A low hydraulic jack oil reservoir may decrease the maximum available height.
Adding oil to sears floor jack.
After looking around i found this one at sears.
Oil filler plug replaced.
I had an older 2 ton floor jack that finally died.
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They are standard tools in automotive shops.
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Maintenance maintaining oil level important.
If your floor jack has a rapid oil leak it would be best to remove the faulty gasket and purchase a replacement at a hardware store or automotive parts store.
To complete the job re insert the rubber oil filler plug and replace the cover board over the top of the floor jack.
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Once the jack is lowered locate the oil filler port which is on the bottom of the jack s reservoir near the flat base.
Place the floor jack on a hard level surface.
I love the low profile as my older jack was a little high and made it tough to get under my vehicles.
When adding or replacing oil always use a good grade hydraulic jack oil.
Then remove the plug or screw from the oil.
Hydraulic pressure holds a valve closed which keeps the oil in the plunger cavity.
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You should check your fluid level at least once every 12 months more often if you use the jack frequently like in a workshop situation.
As looked at my options and replacing it made the best sense.
The fairly simple procedure of adding oil to the reservoir when necessary can prevent losses in maximum jack height.
To add oil to a hydraulic floor jack start by making sure the jack is completely lowered by turning the jack s release valve counterclockwise until it s as low as it can get.
A downward stroke of the jack handle releases oil into the cylinder which forces the ram out.
The process involved in adding oil to the craftsman 3 ton hydraulic floor jack also applies to many other models.
Replace jack top cover.
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It s first job was to lift a section of a floor so i could replace a header plate.
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