Service Information
14
HEAD END HYDRAULIC JACK REMOVAL
Required Tools:
1/2” Socket w/Extension 3/8” Drive Ratchet
1. Remove the litter top from the stretcher (see page 11).
2. Using a 1/2” socket with extension and a 3/8” drive ratchet, remove the two hex head screws holding the
jack base to the stretcher base frame.
3. Remove the two hex head screws holding the jack reservoir clamp to the base frame and remove the
clamps.
4. Lift straight up on the pump connecting rod and disconnect the pump piston from the connecting rod.
5. Disconnect the pump pedal swivel from the release pedal mounting plate.
6. Remove the head end release rod from the release valve assembly.
7. Using a 1/2” socket with extension and a 3/8” drive ratchet, remove the two hex head screws holding the
jack base to the stretcher base frame.
8. Lift out the jack assembly.
9. To reinstall the jack, install the bolts on the jack and reservoir clamp but do not tighten them fully.
10. Reinstall the pump connecting rod and release rod.
11. Depress the pump pedal fully (to the floor). This will properly locate the jack onto the base frame.
12. Tighten the bolts on the jack and reservoir clamp.
13. Pump up the litter and apply weight to verify the jacks hold and do not drift.
NOTE
The jack descent rate is preset at the factory and adjustment is not recommended.
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