Polaris 2830426 operating instructions

Snowmobile Attachment

Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

Model

2830426

Capacity

1250 lbs

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SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64153
Phone: [phone]

© Aug. 2015

U.S. Patent Pending

Printed in China

2830426-M0_082015

SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Save these instructions. For your safety, read, under-

stand, and follow the information provided with and on
this attachment. The owner and operator of this equip­ment shall have an understanding of this product and it’s
safe operating procedures before attempting to use. The
owner and operator shall be aware that use and repair
of this product may require special skills and knowledge.
Instructions and safety information shall be conveyed in
the operator’s native language before use of this lift is
authorized. If any doubt exists as to the safe and proper
use of this lift, remove from service immediately. Inspect
before each use. Do not use if broken, bent, cracked or
damaged parts are noted. Any lift that appears damaged
in any way, or operates abnormally shall be removed
from service immediately. If the product has been or is
suspected to have been subjected to a shock load (a
load dropped suddenly, unexpectedly upon it), imme­diately discontinue use until it has been examined by
a Polaris authorized service center. It is recommended

that an annual inspection be done by qualied personnel.

Labels and Operator’s Manuals are available from the
manufacturer (see Replacement Parts, pg. 6).

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Polaris Snowmobile Attachment is specically de­signed to lift, and support, up to rated capacity loads
consisting of a single snowmobile whose frame is com­patible with the lifting platform. Incompatibility is evident
when the loaded vehicle wobbles, feels unstable, and/
or does not sit securely on the lift platform. This product
is NOT suitable for lifting, leveling and/or positioning
automobiles, trucks, SUV’s or conveyances other than
those specically listed and approved above. This prod­uct is NOT suitable for lifting, leveling and/or positioning
houses, construction trailers and dwellings in general.
This product does not contain independent lifting de­vices, but is designed to be permanently assembled. The
Hydraulic Unit is not to be used independently of the lift.

Hook Height

Adjustment

Threaded

Rod/Hook

Assemby

Lift Platform

Adjustment Knob

Saddle Stop Plate

Figure 1 - Model 2830426 Nomenclature

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PREPARATION (ref. Fig. 1)

1. Before using this product, read the operator’s manual
completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the
product, its components and recognize the hazards
associated with its use.

2.

Verify that the product and application are compatible,

if in doubt call Customer Service [phone].

WARNING

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• Study, understand and follow all instructions before
operating this device.

• Use of this product is limited to lifting, lowering and
holding loads consisting of a single vehicle whose
lifting points are compatible with the lifting platform.
Incompatibility is evident when the loaded vehicle
wobbles, appears unstable, and/or does not secure-

ly engage the lift platform.

• Do not exceed rated capacity.

• Use only on hard, level surfaces.

• Center load on lift platform.

• Immediately after lifting load, ensure Height Locking
Lever is engaged.

• Engage locking caster mechanism before working
on or around loaded lift. Do not move or dolly load
supported by this device.

• Restraining an incompatible load will not make the
load secure and may cause unexpected loss of

load.

• Never work on, around or under a load that is not
secured and stable.

• Keep operator’s and bystander’s head, hands and

feet away from lift arms when raising and lowering.

• No alterations shall be made to this product.

• Failure to heed this warning may result in personal
injury and/or property damage.

Figure 2 - Snowmobile Adapter Assembly

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ASSEMBLY

1. Fasten the Snowmobile attachment to the T-1250 lift
saddle with the provided bolts.

2. Once secure install angle bracket and threaded rod/
hook assembly.

3. Review adapter and lift assembly to conrm proper
tment.

OPERATION

1. Line up vehicle undercarriage with saddle.

2. Lift saddle to just before contact to ensure the contact
area will be in a proper location.

WARNING: Use only on hard, level surfaces ca-

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pable of sustaining rated capacity loads.

3. Pull lift back until saddle stop plate makes contact with
snowmobile tunnel.

4. Close Hydraulic Release Valve and carefully pump
jack until vehicle reaches desired height. Final height
must correspond with the locking teeth on the Height
Locking Lever.

5. Carefully turn the Release Knob counterclockwise
until the Lift Platform engages the Height Locking
Lever, then close the Release Knob by turning it fully
clockwise. Do not work around or under load un-

less Height Locking Lever is properly engaged.

MAINTENANCE

Keep lift clean and well lubricated. Apply a couple of
drops of light machine oil to all pivoting joints as needed.
Thoroughly wipe up excess oil.

Lubrication
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points,
axles and hinges will help to prevent rust and assure
that wheels, casters and pump assemblies move freely.

Cleaning

Check the pump piston and Ram occasionally for signs
of rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and wipe with an
oily cloth.

Storage

When lift is not in use, Lift Platform should be stored in
the fully retracted position.

CAUTION: Clear all tools and personnel before

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lowering load. Only attachments and/or adapters
supplied by the manufacturer shall be used with
this device.

6. To lower the Lift Platform pump the Lift Pedal several
times to disengage the Height Locking Lever, then
depress the Height Unlocking Lever pedal. Carefully
turn the Release Knob counterclockwise to lower the
load slowly.

Figure 3 - Snowmobile Attachment Assembly

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action

Hydraulic Unit will not lift

Hydraulic Unit bleeds off after
lift

Lifting Platform will not lower
after unloading

Poor lift performance

Will not lift to full extension • Fluid level low • Ensure proper uid level

• Release Valve not tightly closed

• Overload condition

• Release Valve not tightly closed

• Overload condition

• Reservoir overlled

• Linkages binding

• Fluid level low

• Air trapped in system

• Ensure Release Valve tightly closed

• Reduce overload condition

• Ensure Release Valve tightly closed

• Reduce overload condition

• Contact Customer Service

• Drain uid to proper level

• Clean and lubricate moving parts

• Ensure proper uid level

• Follow Bleeding/Venting Trapped Air

procedure, pg. 4

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

Available Parts: Please refer to the parts drawing when ordering parts. Not all components of the Lift are

replacement items, but are illustrated as a convenient reference of location and position in the assembly sequence.
When ordering parts, give Model number, serial number and description. Call or write for current pricing:
SFA Companies, 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153, U.S.A. Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Item Part No. Description Qty

1 2830426-1 Threaded Rod / Hook Assembly 1

2 2830426-2 Locking Swivel Caster Assembly 1

3 2830426-3 Hydraulic Unit Assembly (items 4, 11 and 12 not included) 1

4 2830426-4 Hardware Kit (not shown) -

- 2830426-L0 Labels (not shown) -

- 2830426-M0 Owner’s Manual -

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Figure 5 - Replacement Parts Illustration for Model 2830424

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NOTES:

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For a period of one (1) year from date of purchase, SFA Companies will repair or replace, at its option,
without charge, any of its products which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, or which fails to conform
to any implied warranty not excluded hereby.

Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted product,
freight prepaid, to SFA Companies Warranty Service Department, 10939 N. Pomona Ave., Kansas City, MO 64153.

Except where such limitations and exclusions are specically prohibited by applicable law, (1) the
CONSUMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE
PRODUCTS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, and (2) SFA Companies SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE OR LOSS WHATSOEVER, and (3) THE DURATION OF ANY AND
ALL EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED TO A PERIOD OF ONE (1)
YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you. 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. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.

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