Clarke Cax3tab Aluminium Axle Stands Pair Instructions

Clarke CAX3TAB Aluminium Axle Stands Pair

SAFETY WARNINGS

•  Read these instructions carefully before use.
•  Do not exceed the axle stands maximum load (1.5 tonne each / 3 tonne per pair), The vehicle weight will be stated in the owners manual.
•  Use only as specified in this manual.
•  NEVER let children play in or around a vehicle that is on axle stands.
• ALWAYS make sure that before you work below the vehicle, a responsible person is aware in case of injury or accident.
•  Do not use more than one pair of axle stands.
•  Replace the warning label if it becomes unreadable.
•  Use only on a hard, flat surface, for example concrete.
•  Make sure that you chock all the wheels that remain on the ground.
•  Make sure that the supported vehicle cannot move.
•  Set each axle stand below an appropriate strong point on the vehicle -See your vehicle owners manual for advice.
•  Take care when using the axle stands on a three-wheeled vehicle or trailer.
•  Use stands as a matched pair to support one end of a vehicle only.
•  For your safety, never attempt to modify these axle stands.

WARNING: NEVER WORK UNDER A VEHICLE SUPPORTED ONLY BY A JACK.
WARNING: AFTER LIFTING THE VEHICLE, SUPPORT IMMEDIATELY WITH PROPERLY RATED AXLE STANDS.

ASSEMBLY

1.  Slide the lower column into the base.
2. Secure in place using the spring washer and bolt as shown on the right.

USING THE AXLE STANDS

WARNING: BEFORE USE, MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS NO DAMAGE TO ANY PART OF THE AXLE STAND, IF THERE IS, DO NOT USE.
WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD OF 3 TONNE PER PAIR OR 1.5 TONNE PER STAND.
WARNING: IT MUST BE ENSURED THAT THE VEHICLE/LOAD IS CAREFULLY LOCATED ONTO THE CENTRE OF THE AXLE STAND SADDLE. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE AXLE STANDS, LOSS OF SUPPORT TO THE LOAD, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

1. Refer to the vehicle handbook for the correct jacking procedure and location of support points.
2. Raise the vehicle using a suitable lifting jack.

ADJUSTING THE AXLE STANDS

1. Remove the locking pin (if fitted).
2.  Raise the upper column to the required height and replace the locking pin.
3. Position the axle stand under a suitable supporting point. See your vehicle manual for the location.

LOWERING THE VEHICLE

•  Slowly lower the vehicle onto the centre of the saddle.

WARNING: DO NOT LOAD THE STANDS OFF CENTRE. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY CAUSE DAMAGE, INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

REMOVING THE AXLE STANDS

1. Raise vehicle clear of the axle stands.
2.  Remove stands.
3.  Ensure that all tools, equipment and personnel are clear before carefully lowering the vehicle to the ground.

SPECIFICATION