Specifications

66450/69472 4 Tons (8,000 lb.)

Max.
Height
15"

Min.
Height
7-5/8"

Base
Dimensions
4-1/4" x 4"

6.5 lb.

96648/69475 8 Tons (16,000 lb.)

15-5/8"

8"

4-3/4" x 4-1/2"

10.5 lb.

66569/69481 12 Tons (24,000 lb.)

12-3/4"

6-3/4"

5-3/8" x 5-1/4"

12.5 lb.

66480/69476 12 Tons (24,000 lb.)

16-1/4"

8-1/4"

5-3/8" x 5-1/4"

14.2 lb.

66481/69483 20 Tons (40,000 lb.)

14"

7-1/4"

6-1/2" x 6"

18.3 lb.

66482/69478 20 Tons (40,000 lb.)

18-3/4"

9-1/2"

6-1/2" x 6"

21.6 lb.

93437/69484 30 Tons (60,000 lb.)

18-1/2"

11-1/4"

7-1/4" x 5-3/4"

43 lb.

ITEM

Weight Capacity

Weight

All these jacks meet 2009 ANSI/ASME PALD standards.

WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to

potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, ifnot avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderateinjury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in seriousinjury.
Save all warnings and instructions for futurereference.
1.

Study, understand, and follow all

instructions before operating this device.

2.

Do not exceed rated capacity.

3.

Use only on hard, level surfaces.

4.

Lifting device only.

Immediately after lifting, support the
vehicle with appropriate means.

5.

Do not adjust safety valve.

REV 12b

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6.

Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and

heavy-duty work gloves during use.

7.

Keep clear of load while

lifting and lowering.

8.

Lower load slowly.

9.

Do not use for aircraft purposes.

10. Apply parking brake and chock

tires before lifting vehicle.
11. Lift vehicle only at manufacturerrecommended locations.
12. Inspect before every use; do not
use if parts loose or damaged.
13. Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered work areas invite accidents.
14. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors
away while operating jack. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
Protect others in the work area.

19. Maintain labels and nameplates on the

Jack. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
20. Before use, read manufacturers
instruction manual for the vehicle
(or object) you will lift.
21. When lifting only one wheel, support the
load immediately with one jack stand (not
included) placed under the side of the
vehicle being lifted. Align the saddle of
the jack stand directly under the vehicles
seam or recommended lifting point.
22. When lifting the entire front end or
rear end of a vehicle, support the load
immediately with two jack stands.
Align the saddles of the jack stands
directly under the vehicles frame or
recommended lifting points. Also, adjust
the jack stands to the same height.

15. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and 23. Do not work under the vehicle
without properly supporting the
use common sense when operating a jack.
vehicle with jack stands.
Do not use a jack while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. 24. Avoid dangerous oncoming
A moment of inattention while operating
traffic. Use the Jack as far away
jacks may result in serious personal injury.
from the roadside as possible.
16. Store idle jacks out of reach of children
25. Industrial applications must
and other untrained persons. Jacks are
follow OSHA requirements.
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
26. Do not allow anyone in the vehicle while
17. Jack service must be performed only by
using the Jack. Keep all bystanders a
qualified repair personnel. Service or
safe distance away from the vehicle.
maintenance performed by unqualified
27. Do not support both ends of the
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
vehicle at the same time.
18. When servicing a jack, use only identical
28. Before lowering the Jack, remove all tools
replacement parts - refer to attached,
and equipment from under the vehicle.
product-specific parts list and diagram.
Follow instructions in the Inspection,
Maintenance, And Cleaning section
of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow maintenance
instructions may create a risk of injury.

29. The warnings, precautions, and

instructions discussed in this manual
cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. The
operator must understand that common
sense and caution are factors, which
cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.

Bleeding
Saddle

Oil Fill Hole

Valve
Release
Screw
Oil Filler Plug
IMPORTANT! Before first use, check
for proper hydraulic oil level in the
Jack. Then thoroughly test the Jack for
proper operation prior to its actual use.
If the Jack appears not to be working
properly, it may be necessary to bleed
its hydraulic system of excess air.

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1.

Remove the Oil Filler Plug. Insert

the slot on the lower portion of the
handle over the Valve Release Screw.
Turn the Handle counterclockwise to
open the Valve Release Screw.

2.

Insert the Handle into the Plunger/

Fulcrum Assembly. Apply pressure
to the Saddle, and pump the
Handle quickly several times.

3.

Check the Oil Fill Hole and, if necessary,

top off the Oil Fill Hole with hydraulic oil.

4.

Replace the Oil Filler Plug.

5.

Test the Jack several times for proper

operation before attempting to lift a load.
If, after purging, the Jack still does not
appear to be working properly, do not
use the Jack until it has been repaired
by a qualified service technician.

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Lifting
Elevating
Screw
(some models)

manufacturers owners manual for

location of seam lifting point when
lifting only one wheel and frame
lifting points when lifting the entire
front or rear end of the vehicle.)

Plunger/
Fulcrum

3.

Note: The Jack should be positioned at 90

to the vehicles lifting point to ensure the
Jacks Saddle and vehicle lifting point are
in alignment. If not, remove and reposition
the Jack before lifting the vehicle.

Handle

WARNING! Set Jack on a flat, level,

solid, ground surface. If using with
vehicle, set safely away from oncoming
traffic and turn off vehicles engine. Also
place the vehicles transmission in PARK (if
automatic) or in its lowest gear (if manual).
Set the vehicles emergency brake. Then,
block the wheels that are not being lifted.
1.

2.

Insert the lower portion of the Handle

into the Valve Release Screw, and
turn the Handle counterclockwise to
lower the Jack. Once the Jack is fully
lowered, turn the Handle firmly clockwise
to close the Valve Release Screw.
Carefully position the Saddle of the
Jack under the vehicle manufacturers
recommended lifting point. If equipped,
the Elevating Screw can be used to
alter the height of the jacks saddle;
it is adjusted by turning it clockwise
or counterclockwise. (See vehicle

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Pump the Handle until the top

of the Jacks Saddle has nearly
reached the vehicle lifting point.

4.

To lift the vehicle, pump the

Handle of the Jack. Use smooth,
full strokes for best results.

5.

Once the vehicle is raised, slide a

jack stand of appropriate capacity (not
included) to the proper lifting point referred
to in the vehicle owners manual. If using
two jack stands, position them at the
same point on each side of the vehicle.

6.

Center the vehicles lifting point(s) on

the saddle of the jack stand(s). Set
up the jack stand(s) according to the
manufacturers instructions, making sure
that they lock securely into position.

Note: If using two jack stands they

must be at the same height.
7.

Slowly turn the Handle counterclockwise

to open the Valve Release Screw and
lower the vehicle onto the saddle(s)
of the jack stand(s). Then, turn the
Upper/Lower Handle firmly clockwise
to close the Valve Release Screw.

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Lowering
Plunger/
Fulcrum
Handle
(on Valve
Release
Screw)

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1.

Remove all tools, parts, etc.

from under the vehicle.

2.

Position the Saddle under the lifting

point. Turn the Handle firmly clockwise
to close the Valve Release Screw,
and pump the Upper/Lower Handle
to raise the vehicle slightly above the
saddle(s) of the jack stands. Then,
collapse and remove jack stand(s).

3.

Slowly turn the Handle counterclockwise

(never more than two full turns) to
lower the vehicle onto the ground.

4.

Lower the Jack completely. Then,

store in a safe, dry location out
of reach of childrens reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only
by a qualifiedtechnician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTALOPERATION:

Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, andLubrication

1.

Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Jack. Check for
broken, cracked, or bent parts, loose or missing parts, and any condition that
may affect the proper operation of the product. If a problem occurs, have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

2.

Before each use, thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use.
If the Jack appears not to be working properly, follow Bleeding instructions on page 5.

3.

Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years:

a. With the Jack fully lowered, remove the Oil Filler Plug on the side of the Housing.
b. Tip the Jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the Housing completely,
and dispose of the old hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations.
c. With the Jack upright, completely fill the Housing with a high quality hydraulic
oil (not included) until the oil just begins to run out of the Oil Fill Hole.
d. Then, reinstall the Oil Filler Plug.

4.

Clean with a clean cloth with a detergent or mild solvent. Then, store the Jack in
a safe, dry location out of reach of children and other non-authorized people.

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Troubleshooting

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Use caution when

troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack. Stay well clear of
the supported load. Completely resolve all problems
before use. If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the
problem, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the jack before use. After the jack
is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising it and lowering it fully, checking
for proper operation, BEFORE RETURNING THE JACK TO OPERATION.

DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING JACK!

POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS
Jack will
not lift at
its weight
capacity

Saddle
lowers
under load

Pump
stroke
feels
spongy

Saddle
will not
lift all
the way

Handle
moves up
when jack
is under
load

Oil
leaking
from
filler
plug

PROBABLE SOLUTION
(Make certain that the jack is
not supporting a load while
attempting a solution.)
Check that Release Valve
is closed fully.
Valves may be blocked and may not
close fully. To flush the valves:

1. Lower the Saddle and securely

close the Release Valve.

2. Manually lift the saddle

several inches.
3. Open the release valve
and force the saddle down
as quickly as possible.

Jack may be low on oil. Check

the oil level and refill if needed.

Jack may require bleeding - see

instructions on page 5.

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Unit may have too much

hydraulic oil inside, check fluid
level and adjust if needed.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER
OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE
BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR
THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE
MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS
REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS,
AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF
HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO,
OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTSTHERETO.

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Parts

Part
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

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List
Description

Adjustable Saddle
Saddle Socket
Piston Rod
Nut
O-Ring (Nut)
Seal
Piston
Bowl Washer
O-Ring (Piston)
Cylinder
Reservoir
Reservoir Seal
Base Plate Washer
Filter Screen
Oil Fill Plug
Release Valve
Release Valve Seal

Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Part
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33

Description

Ball 6mm
Ball Stopper
Base
Bolt
Washer (Pump)
Pump
O-Ring (Plunger)
Back Ring
Plunger
R-Pin
Pin
Short Pin
Link Plate
Handle Socket
Handle Top
Handle Bottom

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Qty
3
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
1

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Assembly

ASSEMBLY
Diagram

DIAGRAM

Record Serial Number Here:


Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
Thiswarranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence
or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply toyou.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany
the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace
theproduct at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily
and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired productsatourexpense,
but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within
the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

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