Good to know. Thanks!

Stephen

Mobile

> On May 3, 2024, at 7:57 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote: > > Hi folks, > > Earlier I reported a fairly new Harper Freight floor jack failed. I was looking for a different jack. > > In the end I decided to get the same jack to keep using the spreader. > > I purchased the new jack but before opening it I decided to google fixing a HF jack. > > I found a few videos that discussed opening the bleeder valves and with jack in drop position pump handle 10 or so times. > > These screws are labeled don’t touch. > > As jack was dead what was the harm? > > I opened the bleeder screws, actually removed them. I pumped handle and it returned slowly to normal behavior. I replaced the screws and tested the jack by raising the front of my van. > > Three hours later it was still up and had not dropped. > > I’m calling that good and returning the unopened jack to HF. > > I’ve learned how to bleed a floor jack and been reminded to never trust the jack and get the jack stands in place ASAP. > > > I wanted to post the solution in case this helps others on this list. > > Eric Caron > > In the meantime