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J11050-M0 rev 08/07
Mini Jacks
Instruction Manual
MODELS: J11050, J11055 - 5 Ton Capacity
J11100, J11200 - 10 Ton Capacity
SFA Companies 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
Tel: 888-332-6419 * Fax: 816-891-6599
E-mail: sales@bvahydraulics.com Website: www.bvahydraulics.com
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.
Model: J11050 & J11055
Model: J11100 & J11200
Printed in Taiwan

Save these instructions. For your safety, read, understand,
and follow the information provided with and on this jack
before using. The owner and/or operator of this equipment
shall have an understanding of this jack and safe operating
procedures before attempting to use. The owner and/or
operator shall be aware that the use and repair of this product
may require special skills and knowledge. Instructions and
safety information shall be conveyed in the operator's native
language before use of this jack is authorized. If any doubt
exists as to the safe and proper use of this jack, remove
from service immediately.
Inspect before each use. Do not use if broken, bent, cracked,
or damaged parts (including labels) are noted. Any jack that
appears damaged in any way, operates abnormally or is
missing parts, shall be removed from service immediately.
If you suspect that the jack was subjected to a shock load (a
load dropped suddenly, unexpectedly upon it), immediately
discontinue use until the jack has been checked by a BVA
Hydraulics authorized service center (contact distributor or
manufacturer for list of Authorized Service Centers). It is
recomm en ded that an annual ins pection be done by
qualified personnel. L abels and owner's ma nuals are
available from manufacturer.
WARNING
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To avoid personal injury and/or property damage:
• Read, understand and follow all printed materials
provided with and on this jack.
• This is a lifting device only! Never work on, under, or
around a load supported only by a hydraulic jack.
• Immediately support the lifted load with appropriately
rated mechanical means.
• Use only on hard, level surfaces capable of
sustaining rated capacity loads.
• Center load on saddle.
• No alteration shall be made to this device. Use only
attachments, adapters and accessories provided by
the manufacturer.
• Be alert and sober when using this product! Never
operate this equipment when under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
• Use only high grade hydraulic jack oil in this product.
• Always use a calibrated means of determining how
much force is being applied by this product. Never
exceed the rated capacity of the jack.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This product is designed to lift, position, or move, but not
sustain, rated capacity loads. It is not designed to be used
as a stand-alone device. Any load lifted, positioned, or
otherwise moved by this device, must immediately be
supported by appropriately rated mechanical means. A wide
variety of applications exist for this category of product.
Special skill, knowledge and training may be required for a
specific task and this product may not be suitable for all
jobs listed. Unsuitable applications include applications that
call for a device to lift, position, move or support persons,
an i mal s , h a zar dous materi als, mob ile home s an d
dwellings in general, mirrors, plate glass or to connect/
secure hatche s, comp on ents, and materials b etween
bulkheads. The user ultimately must make the decision
regarding suitability of the product for any given task and
therefore accept responsibility for that decision.
HYDRAULIC JACK TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Capacity of J11050, J11055: 10,000 lb. (5 ton)
Rated Capacity of J11100: 20,000 lb. (10 ton)
Rated Capacity of J11200: 40,000 lb. (20 ton)
Brand name: BVA
Hydraulic Pressure @ Rated Capacity:
J11050, J11055: 7,000 psi
J11100: 7,850 psi
J11200: 10,800 psi
BEFORE USE
Before using this jack, ensure that the intended load
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contact point is able to withstand the load applied by this jack.
1. Before u sing th is prod uct, read the owner’s m anual
completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the
product, its compone nts, and recognize the hazards
associated with its use.
2. To familiarize your self with basic op eration, use the
operating handle to engage and turn the release valve:
a. Clockwise until firm resistance is felt to further thread
engagement. This is the ‘CLOSED’ release valve
position used to pressurize the hydraulic fluid and
raise the ram plunger.
b. Counter-clockwise, but no more than 1/2 turn from the
closed position. This is the ‘OPEN’ release valve position
used to lower the ram plunger.
3. Check that the pump operates smoothly before putting into
service. Replace damaged or missing parts with factory
authorized replacement parts only. Repair of this product
may require special skills and knowledge and should only
be attempted by a factory authorized service center. Contact
the manufacturer or distributor of this product for a list of
factory authorized service centers. Lubricate as instructed
in Maintenance Section.
Bleeding/ Venting Trapped Air
With the release valve in the OPEN position (2b above) and
with saddle fully lowered, locate and remove the oil filler plug.
Insert the handle into the handle sleeve; then pump 6 to 8 full
strokes. This will help release any pressurized air which may
be trapped within the reservoir. Oil level should be even with
the bottom of the oil filler plug hole. Reinstall the oil filler plug.
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Use of this device may require special skills and
knowledge. Read, understand, and follow all printed materials
provided with and on this device before use.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
(ton)
J11050 5 2 3/8 3 1/8 4 1/8" x 4" 4.6
J11055 5 3 3/8 4 7/8 4 1/8" x 4" 5.3
J11100 10 4 3/4 6 1/4 4 7/8 x 4 3/8 12.6
J11200 20 5 1/8 6 3/4 5 3/8 x 4 3/4 16.7
Min. Height
(in)
Max. Height
(in)
(L x W)
(lb.)
Saddle
Ram Plunger
Oil Filler Plug
Release Valve
Handle Sleeve
Handle Assembly
Figure 1 - Typical Mini Jack Components (J11050 shown)
Saddle Adapter
(for J11050 &
J11055 only)
OPERATION
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Use of this device may require special skills and
knowledge. Re ad, understand, and follow all printed
materials provided with and on this device before use.
Raising the Ram Plunger
1. Locate and close release valve by turning handle
clockwise until firm resistance is felt to further thread
engagement.
2. Pump until load reaches desired height.
secure with appropriately rated mechanical devices. It is
recommended you follow the load with cribbing and
blocking where practical.
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Never allow personnel to work or pass under a load
until the load is secured by cribbing, blocking, or other
mechanical means.
Lowering
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Make certain that all personnel are clear of the load
before lowering. Control the rate of descent of the load at all
times. The more you open the release valve, the faster the
load descends.
1. Use the manufacturer's provided operating handle to
engage and slowly turn the release valve counter-
clockwise, but no more than 1/2 turn.
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If the ope rati ng h and l e is da mag ed, operate s
abnormally, or will not positively engage the release valve,
im medi atel y d i sco n tin u e u s e o f the j ack unt il a
manufactu re r's replacement h andle assembly can be
acquired.
2. Push ram down and handle sleeve in to reduce exposure
to rust and contamination after removing jack from under
load.
Immediately
MAINTENANCE
Important: Use only good grade hydraulic jack oil. Avoid
mixing different types of fluid and NEVER use brake fluid,
turbine oil, transmission fluid, motor oil or glycerin. Improper
fluid can cause premature failure of the jack and the potential
for sudden and immediate loss of load. W e recommend
Mobil DTE13M or equivalent.
Adding
1. W ith saddle fully lowered set jack in its upright, level
position. Locate and remove oil filler plug.
2. Fill with oil even with the bottom of the oil filler hole.
Reinstall the oil filler plug.
Changing oil
For best performance and longest life, replace the complete
fluid supply at least once per year.
1. W ith saddle fully lowered set jack in its upright, level
position. Locate and remove oil filler plug.
2. Lay the jack on its side and drain the fluid into a suitable
container.
Note: Dispose of hydraulic fluid in accordance with local
regulations.
3. Fill with oil even with the bottom of the oil filler hole. Reinstall
the oil filler plug.
Lubrication
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points will
help to ensure that pump piston linkages move freely.
Note: Never apply oil to saddle.
Cleaning
Periodically check the pump piston and ram plunger, and
saddle for signs of rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and
wipe with a clean, oil soaked rag.
Note: Never use sandpaper or abrasive material on these
surfaces !
Storage
Store the jack with pump piston, ram plunger/saddle
lowered and release valve open, but never more than 1/2
turn. This will help prevent rust and corrosion to those critical
surfaces.
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