Read all instructions, warnings and cautions carefully. Follow all safety precautions to avoid personal injury
or property damage during system operation. Jackco cannot be responsible for damage or injury resulting
from unsafe product use, lack of maintenance or incorrect product and/or system operation. Contact Jackco
when in doubt as to the safety precautions and operations.
Failure to comply with the following cautions and warnings could cause equipment damage and personal
injury.
• Stay clear of loads supported by hydraulics.
A cylinder, when used as a load lifting device,
should never be used as a load holding device.
After the load had been raised or lowered,
it m u s t al w a y s be b locked m e chanicall y.
• Do not exceed equipment rating never attempt
to lift a load weighing more than the capacity
of the cylinder. Overloading causes equipment
failure a n d possible personal i n j u r y. The
cylinders are designed for a maximum pressure
of 10,000 psi. Do not connect a jack or cylinder
to a p ump w i t h a h i g h e r p r e s s u r e rating.
• The system o p e r a t i n g pressure m u s t not
exceed the pressure rating of t h e lowest
ra t e d c o m po ne n t in th e sys t e m . Ins t al l
pressur e gaug es in the system to m onitor
o p e r a t i n g pr e s s u r e . It is yo u r wi n d o w
t o w h a t i s h a p p e n i n g i n th e s y s t e m .
• Onl y use hyd raulic c ylinde rs in a cou pled
s y s t e m . N e v e r u s e a c y l i n d e r w i t h
unconnected couplers. If the cylinder becomes
extremely overloaded, components can fail
catastrophically causing severe personal injury.
• BE S U R E SET U P IS STA B L E BE FO RE
LIFTING LOAD.
Cy l i n d e r s sh o u l d be pl a c e d on a fl a t
sur f ace that can supp ort the load . Where
applicab le, use a cylin der bas e for added
stability. Do not weld or otherwise modify the
cylinder to attach a base or other support.
• Avoid situations where loads are not directly
centered on the cylinder plunger. Off-center
loads produce considerable strain on cylinders
and plungers. In addition, the load may slip
or fall, causing potentially dangerous results.
• To avoid personal injury keep hands and feet away
from cylinder and work piece during operation.
• NEVER set the relief valve to a higher pressure
than the maximum rated pressure of the pump.
Higher settings may result in equipment damage
and/or personal injury. Do no remove relief valve.
• Do not handle pressurized hoses. Escaping oil
under pressure can penetrate the skin, causing
serious injury. If oil is injected under the skin, see a
doctor immediately.
• Avoid damaging hydraulic hose. Avoid sharp bends
and kinks when routing hydraulic hoses. Using a
bent or kinked hose will cause severe backpressure.
Sharp bends and kinks will internally damage the
house leading to premature hose failure.
• Do not drop heavy objects on hose.
A sharp impact may cause internal damage to hose
wire strands. Applying pressure to a damaged hose
may cause it to rupture.
• Do not lift hydraulic equipment by the hoses or
swivel couplers. Use the carrying handle or other
means of safe transport.
• Keep hydraulic equipment away from flames and
heat. Excessive heat will soften packing and seals,
resulting in fluid leaks. Heat also weakens hose
materials and packings. For optimum performance
do not expose equipment to temperatures of 150°F
or higher. Protect hoses and cylinders from weld
spatter.
• Immediately replace worn or damaged parts
genuine JACKCO parts. Standard grade parts
will break causing personal injury and property
damage. JACKCO parts are designed to fit
properly and withstand high loads.
• Hydraulic equipment must only be serviced by a
qualified hydraulic technician. For repair service,
contact JACKCO Inc. To protect your warranty, use
only JACKCO hydraulic oil.
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INSTRUCTION
BEFORE USING THE PUMP
• Check all system tting and connections to be sure they are tight and leak free.
• Check oil level in reservoir before operating pump.
TO OPERATE THE PUMP
• Remove the shipping plug from the air inlet hole and insert a ¼” NPT quick air coupler of
your choice.
• Connect air supply line to the air coupler.
• To activate the pump for ram extension, depress the treadle at air inlet valve end.
• To retract ram plunger, depress treadle end marked “RELEASE”. Retraction of ram will
stop and load will be held when pressure on treadle is removed.
AIR REMOVAL
Removing air from the hydraulic system will help the cylinder to advance and retract smoothly.
Pump with Single-Acting Cylinder
• Position pump at higher elevation than cylinder.
• Position cylinder with plunger end down (up if using pull cylinder)
• Operate pump to fully extend the cylinder (retract if using pull cylinder)
• Depress release valve to retract cylinder (extend if a pull cylinder). This will force the
trapped air to move up to the pump reservoir.
• Repeat the above steps as necessary.
• Add oil if necessary.
• Return vent/ll cap to operating position.
TO ADD OIL TO PUMP RESERVOIR
• Turn pump upside down and remove hex ller plug. Tip pump so the hose end is lowest
to prevent air from entering the hydraulic system. Fill to the top with HYDRAULIC oil.
Replace ller plug and tighten rmly. Do not use brake uid nor transmission oil.
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AIR SUPPLY
• To obtain maximum performance and rated hydraulic pressure, air pressure should be 100
psi minimum.
• To insure trouble-free performance, your air supply equipment should be equipped with an air
lter/dryer and the compressor tank should be drained of water everyday.
LUBRICATION
• To insure long service life, add a few drops of # 30 oil into the air inlet once a week.
RELEASE VALVE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
• Attach pump to its air source.
• Turning counterclockwise to loosen Allen-head screw by two full turns.
• Turning counterclockwise back out slotted-head release valve two full turns.
• Lift treadle at air inlet end and place your thumb under the treadle on top of the air valve
button as illustrated.
• Using your thumb press down on the air valve button and actuate the pump to build up
pressure in the hose. Hose will become stiff under pressure.
• Turn slotted-head release valve clockwise gently until you feel the valve seat against the
internal ball. Excessive tightening will cause loss of pressure in hose.
• Keep the thumb under treadle to obtain proper operating clearance between the treadle, air
valve and release valve. Turn Allen-head screw clockwise and tighten rmly to lock valve
adjustment.
• Release valve should now be correctly adjusted to operate the pump properly.
MAINTENANCE
Use only recommended JACKCO hydraulic oil with theses pumps to promote long pump life
and protect your warranty. Contact your JACKCO representative for more information on these
products and their applications.
KEEPING OIL LINES CLEAN
When coupler halves are disconnected, always screw on dust caps. Use every precaution to
guard unit against entrance of dirt because foreign matter may cause pump, cylinder or valve
failure.
CHANGING THE OIL
• Drain all oil and rell with clean JACKCO hydraulic oil every 12 months, if pump is used in
dirty environments, change the oil more often.
• Remove vent/ll cap or plug from reservoir
• Tilt pump to drain out old oil.
• Fill reservoir only to level mark shown on pump
• Replace the vent/ll cap or plug.
• Dispose of used oil properly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Cylinder does not
advance, advances
slowly, or advances in
spurts.
1. Oil level in pump reservoir is
low.
2. Release valve open.
3. Loose hydraulic coupler.
4. Load is too heavy.
5. Air trapped in system.
6. Cylinder plunger binding.
1. Add old according the maintenance
instructions.
2. Close the release valve.
3. Check that all couplers are fully tightened.
4. Do not attempt to lift more than rated
tonnage.
5. Remove air according to the instructions.
6. Check for damage to cylinder. Have
cylinder serviced by a qualied hydraulic
technician.
Cylinder advance,
but does not hold
pressure.
Cylinder does not
retract, retracts part
way, or retracts more
slowly than normal.
1. Leaking connection.
2. Leaking seals.
3. Internal leakage in pump.
1. Pump reservoir is over-lled
2. Loose hydraulic coupler.
3. Air trapped in system.
4.Cylinder retraction spring
broken or other cylinder
damage.
1. Check that all connections are tight and
leak free.
2. Locate leak(s) and have equipment
serviced by qualied hydraulic technician.
3. Have pump serviced b y a qualified
hydraulic technician.
1. Drain oil level to ll mark.
2. Check that all couplers are fully tightened.
3. Remove air according to the instructions.
4. Have cylinder serviced by a qualified
hydraulic technician.
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Model: 840 Parts List
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1
04Gasket
1
Part No. DescriptionQ'tyPart No. DescriptionQ'ty Part No.DescriptionQ'ty
M01Motor Body1M25ACoupling1P25Washer1
M02Body with Sleeve1M26BDust Cap1P26Nut1
M03Pin1P01CPump Base1P27Adapter1
M04Vavle-stem1P02Ball 5/16"1P28Screw1
M04-1Seal Cap1P03Spring1P30Washer1
M04-2Spring1P04Pump Cylinder1P31Set Screw1
M05Seal Cap1P06BO-ring1P32Washer1
M06Exhaust Plug1P07BWasher2P33Bolt Check Valve1
M07O-ring1P08Nut1P34Washer1
M08Stem1P09Ball 7/32"2P36Steelball 3/16"1
M10Spring1P10Spring1P37Spring, Safety Valve1
M11Screw1P11O-ring1P38Spring Safety1
M12Plug1P12Check Valve1P39Spring O-ring1
M13Spring1P13O-ring1P40Screw Safety Valve1
M14Ball 9/23"1P14O-ring1P41Plastic Cap Safety Valve1
M15Seal Washer1P15Release Valve101Treadle1
M16O-ring 1P16BSeal102Spring Hook Washer1
P18Ring Retaninig
1
M17Stem1P17Release103Spring1
M18O-ring
M19Plug1P19Filter205Allen Head Screw1
M20Piston Ring1P20Washer106Allen Head Screw4
M21Piston1P21Screw107Base1
M22Plunger1P22BHydraulic Pipe112Silencer Bolt2
M23Cap Washer1P23BOil Reservoir1
M24Spring1P24BReservoir1
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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Jackco Transnational Inc. warrants all Jackco equipment and tools to the original purchaser against any manufacturing defect in material or
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase. If the defective equipment or tool is determined to be covered under
this warranty, it shall be repaired or replaced at manufacturer's discretion without charge, provided that the equipment or tool must be returned
with proof of purchase to the dealer and freight prepaid, if returned to the manufacturer. This warranty shall not apply to damage due to accident,
negligent use, and lack of maintenance, abuse or applications other than the specic function the equipment or tool is designed for.
No other warranties, expressed or implied, including those of merchantability or tness for particular purpose shall be applicable to Jackco
except as specifically stated herein. In no event shall Jackco be liable to any party for any special, direct, indirect, consequential, punitive
damage of any nature caused by the sale or use of the equipment or tool.
Note: This warranty gives the original purchaser specic legal rights which may very from state to state.