Sumner Max Jax, Beam Jax Operators Safety Manual

May 2013

OPERATOR’S SAFETY MANUAL

Sumner max Jax / Beam Jax

7514 Alabonson Road

Houston, TX 77088 U.S.A

ph: 281.999.6900
fax: [phone]

www.sumner.com

75 Saltsman Drive

Unit 5

Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 Canada

ph: 519.653.5300

fax: [phone]

Unit 16A

Blackpole Trading Estate East

Blackpole Road

Worcester WR3 8SG, U.K.

ph: (44) 01905 458333
fax: [phone]

Owner’s

Reponsibilities

NOTICE: Throughout this publication, the words

WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT
will be used to alert the user to special
instructions concerning a particular
operation that may be hazardous if
performed incorrectly or carelessly.

OBSERVE THEM CAREFULLY!

These “Safety Alerts” alone cannot eliminate the
hazards that they signal. Strict compliance to these
special instructions while performing the service plus
“common sense” operation are major accident
prevention measures.

WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which

could result in severe personal
injury or death.

CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which

could result in minor personal in­jury, product or property damage.

IMPORTANT Indicates information or instruc-

tions that are necessary for proper
operation and/or maintenance.

Copyright © 2013 by Sumner Manufacturing Co., Inc. All rights reserved. No part of
this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and
retrieval system, without permission in writing from Sumner Manufacturing Co., Inc.,
7514 Alabonson Road, Houston, TX 77088.

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Operator Safety Instructions

Sumner’s Beam Jax and Max Jax mobile stands enable us­ers to easily and safely move beams or pipes weighing up to
2,500 lbs (1,135 kg).

Beam Jax may be used with beams up to 24" wide.

Max Jax may be used with a pipes between 4" and 36" in
diameter.

To operate stands safely requires dexterity, mechanical skills
and sound safety habits

Although Sumner Max and Beam Jax’s are manufactured
for safe, dependable operation, it is impossible to anticipate
those combinations of circumstances which could result in
an accident. The following instructions are recommended for
safe operation of this unit:

1. Read and understand the instructions for safe
operation. Before working with a Sumner jack, under­stand the correct operation, applications and limitations.
Always contact Sumner when in doubt. Be particularly

aware of specic hazards. Store this safety manual in a

clean area and always at a readily available location.
Additional copies are available for download from
www.sumner.com.

2. Inspect the equipment. Prior to using Sumner jacks,
check all parts to ensure that they are in proper operating
condition. Inspect legs for bends, breaks or metal
deformation.

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CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF ANY BENDS,

BREAKS, OR METAL DEFORMA­TION TO THE STANDS, DISCON­TINUE USE IMMEDIATELY AND
MAKE ANY NECESSARY
REPAIRS/REPLACEMENTS
BEFORE USE.

3. Wear proper clothing. Hard hat or welding helmet,
safety shoes and welding gloves should be worn as a
precaution while operating this stand.

4. Keep work area clean. Always keep oor in work area
clear of clutter for unobstructed movement around the
stand.

5. Operate from proper position. Keep balance and
proper footing at all times.

6. Keep alert. Avoid horseplay around equipment and keep
bystanders at a safe distance. Do not allow children to
operate jacks and always keep them out of work areas.
Do not ride on stands.

CAUTION Never allow anyone under jack

stand with load.

7. Do not misuse unit. Perform only the functions for which
the jacks are designed. Never attempt to operate the
equipment at more than the recommended capacity.

WARNING Modifying the jack stand can

result in injury or death.

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8. Operate only on level surfaces. Use the jack only on
smooth and level surfaces to avoid tipping and the
possibility of operator injury.

MAX JAX

Maximum

36" (90 cm) pipe

Minimum 4"

(10 cm) pipe

Optional
styles of
roller wheels

Large 12"
(30 cm) vee

Fine adjustment
with bearing

Optional pipe
hold down
chain

Stable and
sturdy 5-leg
construction

Quick
action
brake

Optional, large
8" (20 cm) casters

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BEAM JAX

Max 24" (61 cm)

Min 0"
(0 cm)

Close or open
clamp from
either side.

Fine adjustment
with bearing

Stable &
sturdy 5-leg
construction

Optional 8"
(20 cm)
casters

Quick action
breaks