Using a two-post hoist
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If you see rust or signs of major repair, lifting the vehicle with a hoist may cause damage to the vehicle or may be dangerous to you.
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Using a four-post hoist
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The lifting capacity of the hoist you are using must be rated for a vehicle weight greater than that of the vehicle you are intending to lift.
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Using an engine hoist
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Make sure that the fasteners attaching the lifting chain, or sling, have a tensile strength that is in excess of the weight of the engine.
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Using a floor jack
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Do not jack or support a vehicle under any independent suspension components. They are not strong enough to support the weight of the vehicle.
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Setting up an oxyacetylene torch
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Always light the oxyacetylene torch with the striker. A cigarette lighter or match would put your hand too close to the igniting tip.
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| Using an oxyacetylene torch |
If a cylinder falls over and breaks the main valve off, the cylinder will become a missile and cause extreme damage. |