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Operator’s Manual
4 Ton Low Profile Service Jack
Model 50168
For Trouble Shooting / Service / Parts:
Call 8 AM - 5 PM PST., Monday - Friday
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1-888-448-6746
WARNING : Before using this
appliance, read this Operator’s
Manual and follow all its Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Printed in China
• Safety
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Español, p. 4
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read Operating Instructions
Study, understand and follow all instructions in this
manual before operating the jack. Failure to heed these
warnings may result in loss of load, damage to the jack
and/or jack failure resulting in personal injury or property
damage.
Position the Jack
Position the jack to only lift on the areas of the vehicle
specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
Use Support Stands
After lifting the vehicle always support the load with
appropriately rated vehicle supports stands before
working on the vehicle.
Do Not Overload Jack
Do not overload this jack beyond its rated capacity.
Overloading this jack beyond its rated capacity can
cause damage to or failure of the jack.
Use on Hard Level Surface
This jack is designed only for use on hard level surfaces
capable of sustaining the load. Use on other than hard
level surfaces can result in jack instability and possible
loss of load.
Center Load on Jack Saddle
Center load on jack saddle before lifting vehicle.
Off-center loads and loads lifted when the jack is not
level can cause loss of load or damage to the jack.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR OF THE JACK
HINGE MECHANISM AND GROUND CONTACT AREA
WHEN LOWERING THE LOAD !
THIS JACK IS A LIFTING DEVICE ONLY!
FRONT OF THE JACK
Saddle
Lifting Arm
Front Wheels
BACK OF THE JACK
Handle
Handle
Socket Screw
Plunger
Rear Swivel Casters
THIS JACK IS DESIGNED ONLY FOR LIFTING PART OF THE
TOTAL VEHICLE. DO NOT MOVE OR DOLLY THE VEHICLE
WHILE IT IS ON THE JACK.
WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material
or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman
outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase if this product is ever used for commercial or
rental purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
DESCRIPTION
Craftsman model 50167 features an 8,000 lbs.
maximum capacity. Lifting range for this jack is 4 inches
to 21 inches. Jack features an overload valve which
helps prevent equipment failure. Bypass system
provides safe operation.
Specifications
Compact design allows use in confined spaces
Maximum load capacity.......................4 tons (8000 lbs.)
Lift range..................................................4 to 21 inches
Size (LxWxH)..............................29.27” x 15.82” x 7.07”
Weight w/handle..............................................99.23 lbs.
POWER UNIT
U-Joint Release Valve
Oil Fill Plug
Grease Fitting
ASSEMBLY
Assembly
Handle Assembly
• Prior to assembly please remove the clip attached to
the handle socket (picture 1).
• Refer to picture 2 when performing this step. Take off
the screw located on handle piece 1. Attach handle
piece 1 and 2 making sure to align the holes on both
pieces. Reinsert the screw and tighten it.
• Fully unfasten the screw located in the Handle
Socket to insert the assembled handle (picture 3).
• Line up the square hole located at the bottom of the
handle over the square bolt inside the Handle Socket.
• Secure the handle in place by tightening the screw
in the Handle Socket.
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PICTURE 1
Handle
Socket Screw
Clip
PICTURE 2 PICTURE 3
Bottom of
Handle
Screw
Handle
pc. 1
Handle
pc. 2
FEATURES & OPERATION
Operation
Raising the Jack
• Close the release valve by turning the handle
clockwise as far as it will go.
• Block the vehicle’s wheels for lifting stability.
• Refer to the vehicle manufacturer owner’s manual to
locate approved lifting points on the vehicle.
Position the jack so that the saddle is centered and
will contact the load lifting point firmly.
• Pump jack handle until saddle nears contact with
the vehicle. Check to see that the saddle is centered
and will contact the load lifting point firmly.
• Continue to pump the jack handle to lift the vehicle
to the desired height. After lifting, support the load
with appropriately rated vehicle support stands
before working on the vehicle.
Lowering the Jack
• Carefully open the release valve by slowly turning
the handle counterclockwise.
How it Works
With Release Valve Closed
• An upward stroke of the jack handle draws oil from
the reservoir tank into the plunger cavity. Hydraulic
pressure holds the valve closed, which keeps the
oil in the plunger cavity.
• A downward stroke of the jack handle releases oil
into the cylinder, which forces the ram out.
This raises the saddle.
• When the ram reaches maximum extension, oil is
bypassed back into the reservoir to prevent an over
extended ram stroke and possible damage to the
jack.
• Opening the release valve allows oil to flow back
into the reservoir. This releases hydraulic pressure
on the ram, which results in lowering the saddle.
MAINTENANCE
To Add Oil:
• Position the jack on level ground and lower the
saddle.
• Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the
cover plate.
• Remove the oil plug.
• Fill the oil case until oil level is just beneath the
lower rim of oil fill hole. Replace oil plug.
• Perform the Air Purge Procedure described below.
To Replace Oil:
• Fully open release valve by turning handle
counterclockwise as far as it will go.
• Turn the jack over so that old oil will drain from
the oil fill hole.
• Refill through oil fill hole. Keep dirt and other
material clear when pouring. Fill to just beneath
lower rim of hole. Replace oil plug.
• Perform Air Purge Procedure described below.
Lubrication
• Add lubricating oil (WD-40) to all moving parts
when needed.
• For light duty use lubricate every six months.
• For heavy and constant use lubrication
recommended every month.
Rust Prevention:
• Check ram and pump plunger on the Power Unit
Assembly every two months (or sooner, based on
usage) for any signs of rust or corrosion. Lift the jack
as high as it goes and look under and behind the
lifting arm. If signs of rust are visible clean as needed
and wipe down with an oily cloth or WD-40.
• When storing the jack, always have the saddle and
pump plunger in the down position.
ALWAYS USE A GOOD GRADE HYDRAULIC JACK
OIL. DO NOT USE HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID,
ALCOHOL, GLYCERINE, DETERGENT, MOTOR OIL
OR DIRTY OIL. USE OF AN UN-RECOMMENDED
FLUID CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR JACK.
Grease Fitting
There is grease fitting located on top of the jack. It is
for manufacturing purposes only. The jack has been
filled with sufficient grease by the factory for the lifetime
of the jack. Do not add more grease.
Air Purge Procedure
During shipment or after oil refill, air may get into the
hydraulic system causing poor lifting performance.
Then system air purge is required as follows:
1. Turn the release valve fully counterclockwise to fully
open the release valve.
2. Pump handle rapidly several times.
3. Turn the release valve clockwise to close the release
valve.
4. Pump handle until the lift arm reaches maximum
height and continue to pump several times to remove
trapped air in the ram.
5. Turn the release valve fully counterclockwise to lower
lift arm to lowest position. Use force on saddle
if necessary.
6. Turn the release valve clockwise to closed position
and check for proper pump action. It may be
necessary to perform the above steps more than
once to assure air is evacuated totally.
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