Strongway 46271 User manual
20-TON HYDRAULIC SHOP PRESS
OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic
safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item# 46271
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Thank you very much for choosing a Strongway product! For future reference, please complete the
owner’s record below:
Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________
Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to
become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This machine is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for issues
arising from modification. We strongly recommend this machine not be modified and/or used for any
application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular
application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted the distributor to determine if it can
or should be performed on the product.
For technical questions please call 1-800-222-5381.
INTENDED USE
This Shop Press is designed for automotive, truck, implement, fleet, and industrial repair shops where
pressing, bending, straightening and forming, is required. Typical applications include installation and
removal of alternator and power steering pump bearings, axle bearings, transmission bearings, seals,
u-joints and others.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Description
Item
46271
Capacity
20 Ton
Bed Opening
3-15/16 in
Work Range
0~ 35-13/16 in
Stroke Length
7-1/4 in
Inside Bed Dimensions L x W
3-15/16 x 21-1/4 in
Dimensions L x W x H
25-3/16 x 27-9/16 x 71-1/4 in
Safe Operating Temperature is between 40°F –105°F (4°C - 41°C)
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in serious injury.
CAUTION: Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this Jack until they have read this
manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the Jack works.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
SHOP PRESS USE AND CARE
Do not modify the Shop Press in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications for which the Shop Press
was designed.
Always check of damaged or worn out parts before using the Shop Press. Broken parts will affect the
Shop Press operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
Store idle Shop Press. When Jack is not in use, store it in a secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
Not for use by children or people with reduced mental capacity.
Do not use under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Ensure children and other bystanders are kept at a safe distance when using press.
INSPECTION
Inspect the press carefully before each use. Ensure the press is not damaged, excessively worn, or missing
parts.
Do not use the press unless it is properly lubricated.
Using a press that is not in good clean working condition or properly lubricated may cause serious injury.
Inspect the work area before each use. Make sure it is free and clear of any potential hazards.
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DO NOT OPERATE OR REPAIR THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT READING THIS MANUAL.
To maintain the Shop Press and user safety, the responsibility of the owner is to read and follow these
instructions. Inspect the service shop press for proper operation and function. Keep instructions readily
available for equipment operators. Make certain all equipment operators are properly trained; understand how
to safely and correctly operate the unit. Allow unit operation only with all parts in place and operating properly.
Use only genuine replacement parts. Service and maintain the unit only with authorized or approved
replacement parts negligence will make the shop press unsafe for use and void the warranty. Carefully inspect
the unit on a regular basis and perform all maintenance as required. Store these instructions in the handle of
your shop press. Keep all decals on the unit clean and visible.
SAFETY
Always follow safety precautions when installing and operating this shop press. Keep all decals on the unit
clean and visible. Before proceeding that you fully understand and comprehend the full contents of this manual.
Failure to operate this equipment as directed may cause injury or death. The distributor is not responsible for
any damages or injury caused by improper use or neglect
SAFETY MARKINGS
WARNING:
1. Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating the device.
2. Do not exceed rated capacity.
3. Prior to use, make sure the press is securely anchored.
4. The press shall be installed and operated in accordance with federal (OSHA), state, and local safety
standards.
5. Ensure the work area is clean and free of any hazards before operation.
6. Operators and observers shall wear eye protection that meetsANSI Z87.1 and OSHAstandards.
7. Keep hands, arms, feet, and legs out of the work area.Accidental slippage can result in personal injury.
8. Use appropriate guarding to contain any pieces that may break or fly apart when applying force.
9. Use only press accessories having a capacity rating equal to or greater than the capacity of the press.
10. Verify lift cables are slack before pressing on the bolster.
11. Avoid off-center loads.
12. No alterations shall be made to the product.
13. Do not use this press for any use other than the manufacturer specified usage.
14. Failure to heed and understand these instructions and markings may result in personal injury, property
damage, or both.
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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.NOTE THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNING.USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE OF WHICH IT IS
INTENDED.FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND/OR SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY. PLEASE KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
We’ve done all we can to assure this press offers the utmost in safety, but you have to do your part. No amount
of warning can take the place of your good judgment, so make sure it’s the first thing you bring to any job.
Beyond that here are some obvious tips:
Steel and other materials can shatter, so always use protective eye-wear that complies with the
appropriate ANSI code.
If you detect anything that may indicate imminent structural failure, stop using the press immediately and
inspect it thoroughly.
Bolt the press to the floor if it is to be used on bulky or unstable items.
Do not use press to compress springs or any other item that could disengage and cause a potential flying
hazard.
Use this press for the purpose for which it is intended. Do not use it for any other purpose it is not designed
to perform.
Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the work area.
Remove loose fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other loose jewelry and contain long hair.
WearANSI approved impact safety goggles, full-face impact safety shield and heavy-duty work gloves
when operating the press.
Keep proper balance and footing, do not over-reach and wear nonskid footwear.
Only use this press on a surface that is stable, level, dry and not slippery, and capable of sustaining the
load. Keep the surface clean, tidy and free form unrelated materials and ensure that there is adequate
lighting.
Inspect the press before each use. Do not use if bent, broke, cracked, leaking or otherwise damaged.Any
suspect parts are noted or it has been subjected to a shock load.
Check to ensure that all applicable bolts and nuts are firmly tightened.
Ensure that work piece is center-loaded and secure.
Keep hands and feet away from bed area at all times.
Do not use the shop press to compress spring or any other item that could disengage and cause a
potential hazard. Never stand directly in front of loaded press and never leave loaded press unattended.
Do not operate the press when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or an intoxicating
medication.
Do not allow untrained persons to operate the press.
Do not make any modifications to the press.
Do not use brake fluid or any other improper fluid and avoid mixing different types of oil when adding
hydraulic oil. Only good quality hydraulic jack oil can be used.
Do not expose the press to rain or any other kind of bad weather.
If the press needs repairing and/or there are any parts that need to be replaced, have it repaired by
authorized technicians and only use the replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer.
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ASSEMBLY
Use the exploded drawing as your guide to assembly. Lay all parts and assemblies out in front of you
before beginning. The following procedure is recommended:
All numbers in parenthesis () refer to the index number from the parts breakdown.
Use caution as parts may be heavy in weight and can cause pinch points to hands, body and feet.
1. Attach the two base support sections (01) and lower cross member (23) to the frame (12) using bolts
(03), washers (09), lock washers (10) and nuts (11).
2. Fix one end of side support rails (04) to the base support sections (01) and another end to the frame
(12) using bolts (03), washers (06), lock washers (07) and nuts (08).
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3. Put the press frame in the upright position, attach one upper cross beam (29) to left and right frame
(12) using bolts (25), washer (26).lock washer (27) and nuts (28).
4. Put the opposing upper crossbeam (29) into position and insert the cylinder support plate (24) below
the two upper cross beams at the same time, then secure this cross beam to the frame using bolts
(25), washers (26).lock washers (27) and nuts (28).
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5. Insert the hydraulic cylinder (31) from the top side of frame. Once the cylinder is inserted into the
frame support plate (24) make sure that the round lifting ring (40) is seated flat on the cylinder
support plate (24). Then attach the round threaded nut (41) to the hydraulic cylinder. Turn clockwise
to screw the round nut onto threaded shaft on the ram. Tighten round nut (41).
6. Insert the bed frame pins (13) into the frame holes. Then insert the joined press bed frame (21)
between the press frame and onto bed frame pins.
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7. Attach the pump assembly plate(18) to the right frame using bolts (19), washers (09), lock washers
(10) and nuts (11), then secure the pump assembly using screws (16) and washer (17). When this
step is complete insert the handle to the handle bracket.
8. Locate the hydraulic hose fitting on the cylinder and install the pressure gauge (33) to the pressure
gauge connection fitting, on the top of the hydraulic cylinder (31).
9. Tighten all bolts and screws.
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SYSTEM AIR PURGE PROCEDURE
Perform the followingAir Purge Procedure to remove any air that may have been introduced into the
hydraulic system as a result of product shipment and handing. This step is to be completed without and
weight on the shop press.
1. Firmly close the Release Valve by turning it clockwise.
2. Press the tip of the Hydraulic Hose Coupling against a hard surface and pump the pump handle.
3. Continue pumping until the hydraulic fluid coming out from the end of the coupler tip is free of air
bubbles.
4. Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. (See instruction in Maintenance Section “To Add Oil”.)
5. Turn the Release Valve counter-clockwise to release the pressure in the pump and hose.
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