Jet HP-15A, HP-35A, HP-5A Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Hydraulic Shop Presses

Models HP-5A/15A/35A

JET

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-331406
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision D1 08/2018
www.jettools.com Copyright © 2016 JET

Model HP-35A shown

1.0 Warranty and Service

JET® warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please
contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday.

Warranty Period
The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official
JET branded website.

• JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product. (See chart below)

• Accessories carry a limited warranty of one year from the date of receipt.

• Consumable items are defined as expendable parts or accessories expected to become inoperable within a

reasonable amount of use and are covered by a 90 day limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.

Who is Covered

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of delivery.

What is Covered

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the limitations stated below. This warranty
does not cover failures due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear,
improper repair, alterations or lack of maintenance. JET woodworking machinery is designed to be used with Wood.
Use of these machines in the processing of metal, plastics, or other materials may void the warranty. The exceptions
are acrylics and other natural items that are made specifically for wood turning.

Warranty Limitations

Woodworking products with a Five Year Warranty that are used for commercial or industrial purposes default to a
Two Year Warranty. Please contact Technical Service at 1-800-274-6846 for further clarification.

How to Get Technical Support
Please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846. Please note that you will be asked to provide proof
of initial purchase when calling. If a product requires further inspection, the Technical Service representative will

explain and assist with any additional action needed. JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the
United States. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6846 or use the Service
Center Locator on the JET website.

More Information

JET is constantly adding new products. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local distributor
or visit the JET website.

How State Law Applies

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, subject to applicable state law.

Limitations on This Warranty

JET LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT.
EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
JET 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
PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

JET sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in JET printed materials and on official JET website are
given as general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice,
those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason
whatsoever. JET

Product Listing with Warranty Period

90 Days – Parts; Consumable items
1 Year – Motors; Machine Accessories
2 Year – Metalworking Machinery; Electric Hoists, Electric Hoist Accessories; Woodworking Machinery used
for industrial or commercial purposes
5 Year – Woodworking Machinery
Limited Lifetime – JET Parallel clamps; VOLT Series Electric Hoists; Manual Hoists; Manual Hoist
Accessories; Shop Tools; Warehouse & Dock products; Hand Tools; Air Tools

NOTE: JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries,
Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the JET brand.

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branded products are not sold in Canada by JPW Industries, Inc.

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2.0 Table of Contents

Section Page

1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 3

3.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................... 4

4.0 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 5

5.0 Features and Terminology ............................................................................................................................. 6

6.0 Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................ 7

7.0 Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

8.0 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 7

9.0 Replacement Parts ......................................................................................................................................... 7

9.1.1 HP-5A Head Assembly – Exploded View ................................................................................................ 8

9.1.2 HP-5A Head Assembly – Parts List ......................................................................................................... 9

9.2.1 HP-5A Frame Assembly – Exploded View ............................................................................................ 10

9.2.2 HP-5A Frame Assembly – Parts List ..................................................................................................... 11

9.3.1 HP-15A Head Assembly – Exploded View ............................................................................................ 12

9.3.2 HP-15A Head Assembly – Parts List ..................................................................................................... 13

9.4.1 HP-15A Frame Assembly – Exploded View .......................................................................................... 14

9.4.2 HP-15A Frame Assembly – Parts List ................................................................................................... 15

9.5.1 HP-35A Head Assembly – Exploded View ............................................................................................ 16

9.5.2 HP-35A Head Assembly – Parts List ..................................................................................................... 17

9.6.1 HP-35A Frame Assembly – Exploded View .......................................................................................... 19

9.6.2 HP-35A Frame Assembly – Parts List ................................................................................................... 20

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3.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:

1. Read and understand all safety warnings on the machine and in this manual.

2. Replace warning labels if they become obscured or removed.

3. This press is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are
not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a hydraulic press, do not use until proper training and
knowledge have been obtained.

4. Do not operate this press beyond its rated capacity. Use pressure gauge to determine load.

5. This press is designed for pressing, bending, and straightening purposes only.

6. Keep hands away from pressing area and pinch points.

7. Do not operate this tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

8. Check the press for loose or damaged parts before each operation. Replace damaged parts and tighten all
loose bolts before operating. Components are designed to withstand the rated capacity of the press – do
not substitute components.

9. Make sure workpiece is center-loaded and secure on the bed before pressing.

10. Always apply load at center of ram.

11. Remove workpiece from table before attempting to raise or lower table.

12. Some parts being pressed may have a tendency to be ejected from the press or explode under pressure.
Protect yourself accordingly, and do not allow bystanders near the machine.

13. Use good quality hydraulic pump oil only. Do not use brake fluid or other improper types.

14. Do not use tube extensions on the pump handle.

15. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields and personal safety equipment. (Everyday eyeglasses
only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.)

16. Failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury and/or damage to property.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including titanium dioxide which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer, and lead which is known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
welding and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead f rom lead based paint

• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved saf ety equipment,
such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles. For more
information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood.

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4.0 Specifications

Model Number .......................................... HP-5A...................................... HP-15A ................................... HP-35A

Stock Number .........................................331406....................................... 331416 .................................... 331431

Capacity (ton) ....................................................5............................................... 15 ............................................ 35

Ram Diameter (in.) ..................................... 1-3/4.......................................... 2-1/2 .............................................. 3

Piston Stroke (in.) ..............................................4.......................................... 4-1/2 ........................................ 4-3/4

Screw Stroke (in.) ..............................................3.......................................... 3-1/8 .............................................. 4

Work Table (in.) ...................................19 x 5-1/2............................ 24-3/4 x 7-1/2 .............................. 31 x 10-3/8

Lateral Movement (in.) ...................................NA...................................... 10-3/16 ............................................ 15

Vertical Travel (in.) ................................... 18-3/4...................................... 22-3/16 ...................................... 23-5/8

Base Size (in.) ...................................23-1/2 x 26.......................... 33-7/8 x 29-1/2 ........................ 43-1/2 x 55-1/2

Height (in.) ................................................ 51-1/2............................................... 65 ............................................ 68

Hydraulic oil capacity (mL) ............................216............................................. 553 ....................................... 1350

Net Weight (lbs.) ...........................................159............................................. 373 .......................................... 682

The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous
improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without
incurring obligations.

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5.0 Features and Terminology

Model HP-35A shown as representative; other models may vary

Figure 1

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