SGS TJ3 - CHECK THE OIL LEVEL; SYSTEM AIR PURGE

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CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
1. Turn the handle counter clockwise to allow the ram to fully retract.
It may be necessary to apply force to the saddle to lower the ram.
2. With the jack in the level position remove the oil fill plug. Stand
the jack in the vertical position with the handle socket down. The
oil should be level with the bottom of the fill hole. If not, top up
but do not overfill. Always fill with new, clean hydraulic jack oil.
3. Replace fill plug and inspection plate.
4. Check jack operation.
5. Purge air from the system as required.
SYSTEM AIR PURGE
1. Turn the handle counter clockwise one full turn to open.
2. Pump the handle eight full strokes.
3. Turn handle clockwise to close the valve.
4. Pump the handle until the ram reaches maximum height and con-
tinue to pump several times to remove air trapped in the ram.
5. Turn the handle counter clockwise one full turn and lower the ram
to the lowest position. Use force on the saddle if necessary.
6. Turn the handle clockwise to the closed position and check for
proper pump action. It may be necessary to perform the above
more than once to ensure all the trapped air is evacuated.