Sunex Tools 5218 User Manual

FEATURES

4 Boom Positions with Rated Capacity Indicated

MODEL #5218

4000 LB. CAPACITY

BREAKDOWN ENGINE CRANE

LOW CLEARANCE WITH 8 TON QUICK LIFT RAM

PARTS BREAKDOWN AND OPERATING MANUAL

THIS OPERATING MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND
ALL INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING
TOOL. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE
USE.

Heavy Duty Slow Release Power Unit

4" Front Leg Clearance

8 Ton Quick Lift Ram

OWNER/USER RESPONSIBILITY:

The owner and/or user must have a thorough understanding
of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this mobile crane. Personnel involved in the
use and operation of equipment shall be careful, competent,
trained, and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment
and its proper use when servicing motor vehicles and their
components. Warning information should be emphasized
and understood. If the operator is not fluent in English, the
manufacturer’s instructions and warnings shall be read to and
discussed with the operator in the operator’s native language
by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com­prehends its contents.

Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturer’s instructions. Owner and/or user
is responsible for keeping all warning labels and instruction
manuals legible and intact. Replacement labels and literature
are available from the manufacturer.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Pos. 1 Pos. 2 Pos. 3 Pos. 4

Max. Boom Ht. ..........95.25" ........91.25" ........ 87" ............82.5"

Min. Boom Ht. ............... 0" ............. 5.75" .......12.25" ......... 18.5"

Boom Capacity ..........1/2 Ton .........1 Ton ..... 1-1/2 Ton .......2 Ton

Boom Ext. From End

to Ram ..................... 50" ............42.5" ........ 35.5" ..........28.5"

Base Dimensions – Open

Width Back ................................................................... 34"

Width Front .............................................................. 35.5"

Length ....................................................................... 69.5"

Base Dimensions – Folded

Width Back ................................................................... 34"

Width Front ................................................................. 24"

Depth ......................................................................... 21.5"

Power Unit .......................... 8 Ton Heavy Duty Quick Lift

Shipping Weight ...................................................210 Lbs.

(Shipped in 2 boxes)

THIS CRANE IS DESIGNED FOR ENGINE LIFTING PURPOSES ONLY.
WHEN REMOVING ENGINES FROM VEHICLES, BE SURE THAT THE

FRONT OF THE VE HICLE IS NOT JAMMED AGAINS T THE
HYDRAULIC UNIT. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING COULD
RESULT IN A DROPPED ENGINE.

A VISUAL INSPECTION SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE EACH USE OF
THE CRANE, CHECKING FOR LEAKING HYDRAULIC FLUID AND
CRACKED, DAMAGED, LOOSE OR MISSING PARTS.

DO NOT OVERLOAD. OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO OR
FAILURE OF THE MOBILE CRANE.

LOWER BOOM AND LOAD TO THE LOWEST POSSIBLE POSITION
BEFORE TRANSPORTING.

ASSURE THAT THE LOAD IS NOT ALLOWED TO DROP SUDDENLY
OR SWING DURING TRANSPORTING.

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MAKE SURE THAT BOOM IS FULLY LOWERED BEFORE ADDING OIL
TO UNIT RESERVOIR.

THIS MOBILE CRANE IS DESIGNED FOR USE ONLY ON HARD LEVEL
SURFACES CAPABLE OF SUSTAINING THE LOAD. USE ON OTHER
THAN HARD LEVEL SURFACES CAN RESULT IN MOBILE CRANE
INSTABILITY AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF LOAD.

NO ALTERATIONS TO THE MOBILE CRANE SHALL BE MADE. USE
ONLY SLINGS OR CHAINS WITH CAPACITY GREATER THAN THAT
OF THE LOAD BEING LIFTED.

READ, STUDY AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PACKED WITH THIS CRANE BEFORE USING CRANE.

FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF

, DAMAGE TO CRANE, AND/OR FAILURE RESULTING IN

LOAD
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL OR FATAL INJURY.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: An assistant is required to assemble this unit and
minimize the potential hazards and/or injury.

1. Line up the holes on the Caster Wheels (29) with the
matching holes on the Base (7) and attach with Bolts
(32).

2. Slide the right Front Leg Extension (wheel angled
slightly inward) (1) into right side of Base (7) until the
pin hole aligns with the pin hole on base. Slide Pin (3)
through hole in leg extension and base and secure pin
with Clip (8). Repeat this procedure for the left front
leg extension.

3. With the help of an assistant, install the Upright Mast
(10) onto the base using Bolts (6), Washers (5) and Nuts
(4). Install the Mast Braces (9) onto the base using Bolts
(6), Washers (5) and Nuts (4). Align holes at the upper
end of the Mast Braces with the second hole from the
top in the Upright Mast using Bolt (14), Washer (15)
and Nut (16). Once aligned, tighten the bolts securely.

4. Install the Hydraulic Ram (13) to the support bracket
on the Upright Mast using Bolt (11), Washer (15) and
Nut (16). Once secured, lean the hydraulic ram against
the Upright Mast temporarily.

5. Install the Boom (25) on top of the Upright Mast and
secure with Bolt (20), Washer (21) and Nut (22).

6. Align and install the top of the hydraulic ram into the
welded fork on the boom and secure with Bolt (23),
Washer (15) and Nut (16).

7. Slide Boom Extension (26) into boom and secure with
Slide Pin (24) and secure with Clip (8).

8. Install the Hook and Chain (27) at the end of the boom
extension using Bolt (28), Washer (5) and Nut (4).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Lock the boom in place for the proper weight marking
using the lock pin BEFORE APPLYING THE LOAD TO THE
LIFT. Do not exceed the rated capacity and travel limits
of the equipment.

2. Use appropriate levellers, slings or chains around the
load capable of sustaining the load before using the
hook to lift it. Make sure that the latching mechanism
is working properly before lifting or moving the load.

3. Once the load is securely hooked in place, lift the load
by turning the release valve clockwise until closed,
and pumping the jack until the load is clear of any
obstruction. Move very carefully avoiding slopes in
the direction of travel. Avoid sudden or swinging
movements of the load. To lower the load, turn the
release valve on the hydraulic jack counterclockwise
very slowly.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

SYSTEM AIR PURGE

1. Turn release valve counterclockwise one full turn
to open.

2. Pump handle eight full strokes.

3. Turn release valve clockwise to closed position.

4. Pump handle until the lift arm reaches maximum
height and continue to pump several times to remove
trapped air in the ram.

5. Turn release valve counterclockwise one full turn to
open and allow lift arm to retract.

6. Close release valve and check for proper pump action.
It may be necessary to perform the above move more
than once to assure air is evacuated totally.

9. Slide the Handle (12) on the socket on the hydraulic
ram.

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OTHER SYMPTOMS

Jack will not lift to full height: Low oil level

Jack will not hold: Release valve not closing

Dirt in hydraulic jack

oil or pump valves not
sealing

Refer to Air Purge
Section

Lift arm will not lower: Cylinder ram binding

Release valve broken

Parts worn

Jack feels spongy when lifting: See Air Purge section