Important: read these instructions and all warnings prior to
using this equipment. Understand all operating procedures,
safety warnings and maintenance requirements. Failure to
do so could cause an accident resulting in serious or fatal
injury and/or personal property damage.
M13-SA030215
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WARNING!
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The use of shop equipment is subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical
means, but only by exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential
to have personnel involved in the use and operation of equipment who are careful, competent,
trained, and qualified in the safe operation of this equipment and its proper use. Examples of
hazards are dropping, tipping, or slipping of parts/components caused primarily by improperly
securing loads, overloading, off-centered loads, use on other than hard level surfaces, and using
equipment for a purpose for which it was not designed.
The owner and / or operator shall study and understand the product and safety instructions before
operating this equipment. Safety information shall be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the product and safety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the
operator in the operator’s native language by the purchaser / owner or his designee, making sure
that the operator comprehends their contents. A copy of these instructions / warnings shall be
retained for future reference.
INSPECTION
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Visual inspection shall be made before each use of this equipment, checking for abnormal
conditions, such as cracked welds, leaks, damaged, loose or missing parts. This equipment shall
be removed immediately from service if it is believed to have been subjected to an abnormal
or shock load, the equipment shall be inspected by a qualified repair facility. Owners and / or
operators should be aware that repair of this equipment may require specialized knowledge and
facilities. It is recommended that this equipment be inspected annually by a qualified repair facility.
Defective parts, decals, safety labels or signs should be replaced with STRONGARM specified parts.
WARNING!
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• When using various shop equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
• Keep work area clean and free from debris.
• Keep children away from work area and shop equipment. Keep hands and feet away from
loading area.
• Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating this device.
• Do not exceed rated capacity.
• Do not operate the pump separately without connecting with ram.
• Use only on a hard level surface.
• Use clean, moisture free, and regulated compressed air. Do not use oxygen, carbon dioxide,
combustable gases or bottled gas as a power source.
• DO NOT attempt to operate the pump by standing on the treadle. Use only light foot pressure
to operate the pump mechanism.
• Never attempt to disconnect hydraulic connections under pressure. Release all line pressure
before disconnecting hoses.
• DO NOT adjust factory set Safety Valve or Overload Valve. Valve should only be set or reset by
qualified technician.
• No alterations shall be made to this product.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
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CONTENTS
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No.DescriptionQty
1Air Pump1
2Oil Dipstick1
3Adaptor 3/8" to 1/4" NPT1
4Operating Instructions1
AS SE M BLY
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Remove shipping screw located on the top side of the cover. Replace shipping screw with the
supplied oil dipstick. Do not use a wrench or over tighten when installing the dipstick. Please
keep the shipping screw if needed for shipping or transport.
The pump is filled with high quality hydraulic oil at the factory. Prior to operation check that the
hydraulic fluid level is at the correct fluid level. If you need to add fluid unscrew the dipstick and
use a small funnel to fill. Use only high quality hydraulic fluid. Use of any other fluid will void
warranty and damage the pump. Never use brake fluid, transmisstion fluid, motor oil etc.
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OPERATION
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Hydraulic Connection
• Remove the plastic cap FIG 1. Please keep this cap for shipping or storage.
• Connect NPT 3/8" hydraulic line to the output port.
• If needed the unit comes with an adaptor to attach a 1/4" NPT hydraulic line FIG 2.
FIG 1FIG 2
Air Connection
• Remove plastic cap FIG 3, Please keep this cap for shipping or storage.
• Connect your 1/4" NPT air nipple (not included) to the air input port FIG 4.
• Tighten the air nipple but do not overtighten.
FIG 3FIG 4
• Connect air source to the hose conector.
• Ensure that air source can dedicate 9 cfm air supply. Use a good quality 3/8" air line hose.
Always secure threaded port connections with high grade, pipe thread sealant.
• When using the pump always use on a flat level surface. If the pump needs to be fixed to
a level service, unit comes with 4 self tapping screw holes. Maximum screw length into the
pump is 10-13 mm.
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OPERATION
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Depress the PUMP end of the treadle as shown in FIG. 5, the air motor will be activated to
pump hydraulic oil to the system.
FIG. 5FIG. 6
Note:
If the pump doesn't work properly at first, it may have air in the hydraulic system.
If this happens you will need to prime the hydraulic system.
The air motor will stop and hold load pressure when the treadle is in the free NEUTRAL position.
To release load pressure or retract a cylinder, depress the RELEASE end of the treadle as
shown in FIG. 6, the release system will hold automatically. If you want fast release, depress the
RELEASE end until the pedal is clasped. If you want slow release, use only light foot pressure to
depress the RELEASE end and not to reach the clasped position.
Priming the Pump
If the pump doesn't work properly at first it may have air in the hydraulic system, if this happens
you will need to bleed the system.
1. Place pump on flat surface and depress the treadle RELEASE to clasp position in order to
ensure the oil back to reservoir.
2. Check the oil level. Fill the pump with high quality hydraulic oil, if necessary.
See filling instructions.
3. Move pump treadle to RELEASE position until the pedal is clasped tightly, then use a
screwdriver to depress the button under the treadle to activate pump. This will bleed the air
out of the system.
To verify that pump is primed, operate as normal with cylinder attached.
If cylinder does not advance, repeat the steps again. If pump still does not deliver oil,
please check the trouble shooting guide or contact your supplier for help.
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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Add several drops of lubrication to the air-inlet port periodically to lubricate the air motor.
When the unit will be stored for a long time without using, please follow the instructions below:
• Wipe the entire unit clean.
• Disconnect all air pressure and hydraulic lines to prevent accidental operation.
• Remove the oil dipstick and replace with the plug.
• Take off the air hose connector and replace it with the plug.
• Take off the 3/8" oil hose or adaptor with the NPT 1/4" oil hose and replace it with the plug.
• Put the pump into the package and store it in a clean, dry environment.
• DO NOT expose equipment to extreme temperatures.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSECORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump cannot be startedAir line closed or blockedCheck that the air line is open
Pump stops working under load Insufficient air pressureCheck air supply must have 100-120 PSI
Air filter dirty or cloggedClean or renew
Pump operates but no
pressurized oil is delivered
Pump fails to reach maximum
pressure
Pump delivers pressurized
oil but load is not lifted
Piston retracts although treadle
is not pressed on
Pump flow rate insufficient
and low efficiency
Abnormal Pump noiseAir pump needs lubricationAdd several drops of lubricant oil into the air port
RELEASE side
Air in hydraulic systemPrime the system
Oil leak in the main hydraulic circuitCheck for leaks and repair
Pump internal leakContact your supplier to repair
Low oil levelCheck oil level and top up
Insufficient air pressureCheck air supply must have 100-120 PSI
Relief valve incorrectly setContact the supplier
Oil leak in the main hydraulic circuitCheck the circuit for leaks and repair as necessary
Oil circulation faultCheck if pipelines are obstructed or if cylinder is
working correctly
Oil leak in the main hydraulic circuitContact supplier if the pump is leaking
Pump internal leakCheck for leaks and ask the supplier
Insufficient air pressureCheck air supply must have 100-120 PSI
Air filter dirty or cloggedClean or replace
Low air input flow in connectorReplace connector
Damaged air input hoseReplace the air hose
SPECIfICATIONS
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Input Air Pressure ....................................................90-140 PSI