Jet PTX-2048, PTX-2748, JTX-2748 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

PTX and JTX Series Pallet Trucks

Models PTX-2048, PTX-2748, and JTX-2748

JET

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-140092
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision D1 09/2018
www.jettools.com Copyright © 2017 JET

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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Table of Contents

Section Page

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

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

Warning ......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 4

Specifications: JTX ........................................................................................................................................ 5

Specifications: PTX ....................................................................................................................................... 5

Unpacking ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Pallet Truck Operation .................................................................................................................................. 6

Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Seal and O-Ring Replacement for Ram and Plunger Piston .................................................................... 7

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 8

Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................................................ 8

PTX and JTX Pallet Trucks ....................................................................................................................... 9

Parts List: PTX Pallet Trucks ................................................................................................................... 10

Parts List: JTX Pallet Truck ..................................................................................................................... 12

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Warning

1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before using the pallet truck.

2. Do not place hands or feet under the pallet truck at any time.

3. Never allow anyone to ride on the pallet truck.

4. Operate on smooth, level, finished floors only; do not use on ramps or sloping floors.

5. To prevent accidental tipping, make sure load is centered on the fork.

6. Do not lift a load with fork tips onl y. This ma y cause dam age to the f ork and per sonal injur y if the rear

of the pallet truck suddenly tips upward.

7. Do not load pallet truck beyond its rated capacity.

8. Never leave a loaded pallet truck unattended in the raised position. Always lower load to the floor.

9. Pull pump release lever slowly to allow load to descend in a controlled manner.

10. Secure load before transporting.

11. Do not move a loaded pallet truck by other than manual force.

12. T he handle is designed to pull and steer the pallet truck only. Do not use t he handle as a leverage

tool.

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

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and cadmium which are
known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other r eproductive harm, and
phthalates which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Introduction

This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET
Model JTX or PTX Heavy Duty Pallet Truck. This manual contains instructions on assembly, safety
precautions, general operating procedur es, maintenance ins tructions and par ts breakdown. T his product
has been designed and c onstruc ted to provid e consist ent, long- term operation if used in ac cordanc e with
instructions set f orth in this manual. If there are a ny questions or comm ents, please contact either your
local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site: www.jettools.com.

Retain this manual for future reference. If the pallet truck transfers ownership, the manual should
accompany it.

Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting

assembly or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!

Register your product using the mail-in card provided, or register online:
http://www.jettools.com/us/en/service-and-support/warranty/registration/

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Specifications: JTX

Model Number ................................................................................................................................. JTX-2748

Stock Number ..................................................................................................................................... 140800

Minimum Fork Height (in.) ....................................................................................................................... 3-1/4

Capacity (lbs.) ........................................................................................................................................ 8,000

Turning Angle (deg.) ................................................................................................................................. 210

Overall Fork Dimensions, L x W (in.) .................................................................................................. 48 x 27

Force Required to Pump @ Maximum Load (lbs.) ................................................................................... 126

Force Required to Move @ Maximum Load (lbs.) ................................................................................. 222.5

Handle Cycles to Maximum Height .................................................................................................... 13 to 14

Load Wheel (in.) .................................................................................................. 3-1/4 O.D. x 3-1/2 W; nylon

Steer Wheel (in.) ................................................................................................ 8 O.D.; poly over aluminum

Handle Height from Floor (in.) ................................................................................................................ 48.42

Ram/Pump Piston Outside Diameter (in.) ...................................................................................... 1.38 / 0.71

Pump Style ...................................................................................................................... one-piece cast steel

Net Weight (lbs.) ....................................................................................................................................... 239

Specifications: PTX

Model Number .......................................................................................... PTX-2048 ...................... PTX-2748

Stock Number .............................................................................................. 140091 .......................... 140093

Minimum Fork Height (in.) ................................................................................ 2-1/2 .............................. 2-1/2

Lifting Height (in.) ................................................................................................... 4 .................................... 4

Capacity (lbs.) .................................................................................................. 5500 .............................. 5500

Turning Angle (deg.) .......................................................................................... 210 ................................ 210

Overall Fork Dimensions (L x W)(in.) ........................................................... 48 x 20 .......................... 48 x 27

Force Required to Pump

at Maximum Load (lbs.) ......................................................................... 97.65 ............................. 97.65

Force Required to Move

at Maximum Load (lbs.) ............................................................................ 100 ................................ 100

Handle Cycles to Maximum Height ............................................................... 9 to 10 ........................... 9 to 10

Load Wheel Type ............................................................................................ ny lon ..............................nylon

Load Wheel Size (O.D. x W)(in.) ................................................................ 2-1/2 x 4 ........................ 2-1/2 x 4

Steer Wheel Type ..................................................................... poly over aluminum ....... poly over aluminum

Steer Wheel Size (O.D. x W)(in.) ..................................................................... 7 x 2 .............................. 7 x 2

Handle Height from Floor (in.) ........................................................................ 47-1/4 ............................ 47-1/4

Ram/Pump Piston O.D. (in.)...................................................................... 1.26/0.71 ....................... 1.26/0.71

Pump Style ............................................................................... one-piece cast steel ...... one-piece cast steel

Net Weight (lbs.) ............................................................................................. 178.6 ......... .................. 187.39

The above specif ic atio ns wer e cur r ent at t he t ime this manual was p ub lis he d, but bec aus e of our po licy of
continuous improvem ent, JET reserves the right to change specif ications at any time and without prior
notice, without incurring obligations.

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