JET PTW-2036, PTW-2042, PTW-2048, PTW-2742, PTW-2748 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
PTW-Series Premium Pallet Trucks
WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc.
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-140170-A
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision A 10/2010
www.waltermeier.com Copyright © 2010 Walte r Meier (Man ufacturing) 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) I NC., 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, 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.
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
products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier.
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Table of Contents
Warranty and Servic e ..................................................................................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Warning .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specifica tions ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Lubrication...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 8
O-Ring and Seal Replacement for Ram Piston and Plunger Piston .............................................................. 8
Replacement Parts ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Parts Breakdown for PTW-Series Pallet Trucks ..........................................................................................10
Parts Breakdown for PTW-Series Pallet Trucks ..........................................................................................11
Parts List for PTW-Series Pallet Trucks ......................................................................................................13
Record Your Purchase Information Here:
Purchased from ___________________________________________ Date _____________________
Model Number __________________________________ S tock Number __________________________
Serial Number ________________________________ __ Date in Service __________________________
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Warning
• Read and understand the entire owner’s manual befor e using the pallet truck.
• Do not place hands or feet under t he pallet truck at any time.
• Do not operate a loaded pallet truck on ramps or inclines.
• Do not tip load pallet truck forks. T his may cause damage to the forks and personal i njury if the rear of the
pallet truck suddenly “ pops up. ”
• Never leave a loaded pall et t r uc k unattended in the raised position. Always lower load to the floor.
• Do not load pallet truck bey ond its rated capacity.
• Secure load befor e transporting.
• To prevent acci dent al tipping, make sure load is centered on the forks.
• Do not move a loaded pallet tr uc k by other than manual force.
• Failure to comply with these warnings may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
• Replace warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a JET “PTW” Series Premium Pallet Truck.
To better understand the proper use and safe operation of this pallet truck, please take a few minutes to
carefully r ead and follow the instructions cont ained in this manual . When finished reading and understandi ng
the manual, please file in a safe and convenient locati on for the life of the pallet truck.
You will notice several important features about your JET Premium Pallet Truck. It features a 2-7/8” l owered
height, rounded fork tips and nylon entry/exit rollers to provide easy entry and exit of pallets.
A large, easy-to-use ergonomic handle with a 200° turning radius allows maximum maneuverability. The
articulat ed steer wheel axle helps maintain fl oor cont act on uneven surfaces.
The cast iron pum p design features top-of- the-stroke and overl oad by-pass systems, hardened and chrom ed
ram and piston, and a si ngle point valve servic e for easy replacem ent. A special l owering valv e allows you to
control the rate of descent and prevent “shock” loads.
Your JET Pr emium Pallet Truck is designed and buil t to give you year s of trouble-fr ee service with mi nimal
maintenance and service attention.
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Specifications
Model
PTW-2036 140170
PTW-2042 140171
PTW-2048 140172
PTW-2742 140174
PTW-2748 140175
Stock
No.
W1
(in.)
20.5 6.25 36 51 7-3/4 2-7/8 7 x 2 2-7/8 x 3-1 1/ 16 47 6,000 170
20.5 6.25 42 57 7-3/4 2-7/8 7 x 2 2-7/8 x 3-1 1/ 16 47 6,000 179
20.5 6.25 48 63 7-3/4 2-7/8 7 x 2 2-7/8 x 3-1 1/ 16 47 6,000 187
W2
(in.)
27 6.25 42 57 7-3/4 2-7/8 7 x 2 2-7/8 x 3-1 1/ 16 47 6,000 192
27 6.25 48 63 7-3/4 2-7/8 7 x 2 2-7/8 x 3-1 1/ 16 47 6,000 200
L1
(in.)
L2
(in.)
H1
(in.)
H2
(in.)
A
(DxW)
(in.)
B
(D x W)/in.
(in.)
C
Max.
Load
(lbs.)
Net
Wt.
(lbs.)
Figure 1
The abov e specificati ons were current at the time this manual was published, but becau se of our policy of
continuous im prov ement, Walt er Meier ( Manufac turi ng) Inc., reserv es the right to change speci fi cati ons at any
time and without pri or noti ce, without incurring obli gations.
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