WESCO 3500 lb. Electric A-Frame Jack FIC-3500-2 Instruction Manual

WESCO 3500 lb. Electric A-Frame Jack FIC-3500-2 Instruction Manual

Contents of Kit

  • A-Frame Coupler with Lower Support Plate (not included)
  • Three (3) Grade 5, 1-1’/2″ Long, 3/8″-16 UNC Bolts (not included)
  • Three (3) 3/8″ Flat Washers (not included)
  • Three (3) 3/8″ Star Washers (included)

Tools Required

  • 9/16″Wrench
  • Torque wrench
  • Wire cutters
  • Wire strippers
  • Crimpers OR Soldering iron

NOTICE

If product components are missing or damaged, do not return to dealer, contact the manufacturer.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCITONS

WARNING: KEEP HANDS, FEET AND BODY OUT FROM BENEATH THE JACK & TRAILER TO AVOID THE RISK OF HARM OR FATAL INJURY!

BEFORE INSTALLATION, COMPARE THE LIFT CAPACITY OF THE RVPRO JACK WITH YOUR TRAILER TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION OF THE JACK.

  1. Park the trailer on a level surface and block the wheels.
  2. Support the trailer tongue by the frame with jack stands.
  3. If replacing an old jack, remove the old jack from the coupler, saving the washers and bolts.
  4. Insert the electric jack into the jack hole, aligning the bolt holes so the motor housing is facing forward as shown in Figure 1.Figure 1
  5. Secure the jack with three (3) grade 5, 3/8″-16 UNC bolts and washers. Place the star washers between the flat washers and mounting plate as shown in Figure 1. The star washers are intended to penetrate through the paint on the mounting plate to ensure direct metal to metal contact. Bolts should be tightened to 15-20 ft-lb.Tip: The salvaged bolts from the old jack are acceptable for reuse if they are grade 5 and in good condition.
  6. If a lower support plate is not already present, install one in bottom of the trailer frame. Do not operate the jack without a lower support plate.
  7. Install the fuse holder as close as possible to the positive terminal of the power source by either crimping or soldering the connections.
  8. Connect the jack lead (black) to the reset breaker. Since the jack is internally grounded, a ground wire is not necessary. Alternatively, wire the jack lead directly to the reset breaker if available. The reset breaker may be located at the corner of the first cross member of the A frame.Warning: When using an extension wire, DO NOT use a wire smaller than #10 gauge.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Park your trailer on a level surface and block all dolly and trailer wheels.Tip: For nighttime hookups, flip the light switch ON to illuminate your work area.
  2. Before operating the jack, attach the foot with the 3/8″safety lock pin provided.Warning: Do not stack blocks under the jack’s foot to increase the height. Stacked blocks may become unstable and fall.
  3. Extend the jack by pushing the operating switch UP.Note: Under heavy use, the circuit breaker may open, causing the motor to switch off. In this case, release the operating switch, and wait 15 seconds for the breaker to reset before resuming operation. Retract the jack by pushing the operating switch DOWN.Note: The jack will slow down and stop as it approaches the fully retracted position. Release the switch at first sign of slowing.Warning: DO NOT retract the jack exceeding the STOP limiting mark, otherwise may result in damage of jack.
  4. Before driving, remove the foot or position it in the highest position and completely retract the jack.

MANUAL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Disconnect the jack from the power source.
  2. Remove the rubber access covers on the top of the jack and on the side of the motor cover.
  3. Insert the manual crank handle into the access hole on the top of the jack, engaging the drive screw.
  4. Rotate the manual crank handle counter-clockwise to extend the jack, and clockwise to retract it.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

REF DESCRIPTION
A-G Upper Jack Assembly: includes all Housing, Gear Motor Box Assembly & items A-G
A Operating switch; includes one (1) Switch boot
B Light switch; includes one (1) Switch boot
C Plastic cover kits
D Work lights w/ rubber seal (1 pack)
E 20A Circuit breaker
F Rubber seal
G Motor
H-I Lower Jack Assembly; includes Outer Jack Tube, Inner Jack Tube, Screw Shaft, & items H-I
H Removable foot pad
I 3/8″ Safety lock pin
J Manual crank handle
K Star washer (3 pieces)

MAINTENANCE

To keep your jack in good, functional condition, fully extend the jack and clean the inner jack tube once a year. After cleaning, coat the tube with a light grease or silicone spray lubricant.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Models Applicable: FIC-3500-2
  • Maximum Lift Capacity: 3,500 lb (continuous use)
  • Retracted Height: 31-3/8″
  • Vertical Travel: 18″
  • Power Requirements: 12 Volt DC
  • Outer Tube Diameter: 21/4″
  • Power Cord Length: 6 ft of #10 Gauge Wire
  • Foot Pad Diameter: 5.5″
  • LED Work Lights for Easy Nighttime Hookups
  • Shipping Weight: 23Ib

Trouble Shooting

Problem: Motor isn’t operating.

CAUSE

SOLUTION
Open circuit breaker Wait 15 seconds for the breaker to close.
Poor Ground Clean area between the jack mounting plate and coupler, and ensure paint has been removed by the star washers. Direct metal-to-metal contact must exist between mounting components to ensure good electrical contact.
No or low voltage Check battery & electrical connections. Power supplied must be at least 10 Volt DC. If the battery is low, plug the trailer cable into the tow vehicle, and start the tow vehicle to provide power to the jack.

 

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