Jet JHC-200X User Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

2-Ton Hydraulic Shop Crane

Model: JHC- 200X

WALTER M EIE R (Manufa c turin g) Inc.

Warranty and Service

Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6848.

MORE INFORMATION

Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com.

WARRANTY

JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking).

WHAT IS COVERED?

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below. Cutting tools, abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage.

WHO IS COVERED?

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product.

WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?

The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking (WW) products used for commercial, industrial or educational purposes. Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education purposes revert to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance.

HOW TO GET SERVICE

The product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848. You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price, at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will, at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return.

HOW STATE LAW APPLIES

This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY

WALTER MEIER (MANUFACTURING) INC., LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECI AL, 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. Walter Meier sells through distributors only. The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general information and are not binding. Members of Walter Meier reserve 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® branded produc ts are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier.

Warnings

1. Study and understand all operating instructions before operating crane.

2. Do not exceed the rated capacity of the crane (position 1, 1/2 ton; position 2, 1 ton; position 3, 1-1/2 ton; position 4, 2 ton. See Figure 1.

3. Assure that the load is not allowed to drop suddenly or swing during transporting.

4. Make sure that boom is fully lowered before adding oil to unit reservoir.

5. This shop crane is designed f or use only on hard, leve l surfaces capable of sustai ning the load. Use on other than hard level surfaces can result in shop crane instability and possible loss of load.

6. Slowly lower boom and load to the lowest possible position before transporting load.

7. Assemble crane according to the owner’s manual. Make sure all bo lts and nuts are tight before placing crane into operation.

8. Do not use crane for any other purpose than for which it was designed and intended.

9. Crane legs must always extend beyond the boom and each leg must be extended to the same length.

10. Do not extend any leg farther than red warning indicator line on each leg.

11. Boom extension hardware must be secure before attempting to lift any load.

12. Never place any part of the body under the load or crane while in use.

13. Never use the crane as the only means of support. Always move the load to a stable platform or work surface before attempting any work.

14. Keep others away from the area while the crane is in operation.

15. Before attempting to raise load, make sure it is securely fastened and safety latches are secure.

16. Do not operate crane with twisted or kinked chain.

17. Do not remove labels from crane.

18. Never use crane for lifting people or loads over people.

19. Do not remove ram and use separately for any purpose.

20. Never operate the crane under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol.

21. Fail ure to comply with all of these warnings may result in loss of load, damage to the shop crane, and/or failure resulting in personal injury or property damage.

Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:

This means that if preca utions are not heeded, it m ay result in minor injury a nd/or possible

machine damage.

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even

death.

Specifications

Model Number ........................................................................................................................................ JHC-200X

Stock Number ............................................................................................................................................. 106200

Figure 1

The specifications in this manual are given as general information and are not binding. Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., reserves the right to effect, at any time and without prior notice, changes or alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment deemed necessary for any reason whatsoever.

Read and understand the entire contents of this ma nual before attempting assembly

or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!

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