Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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Specifications

Total Combined Weight Capacity

(Evenly distributed from bottom up.)

700 lb

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Assembly Precautions

1. Assemble only according to these instructions.

Improper assembly can create hazards.

2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.

3. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.

4. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.

Use Precautions

5. Do not assemble when tired or when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

6. Weight capacity and other product capabilities apply to properly and completely assembled product only.

7. Assemble on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cart.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH FROM TIPPING:

1. DO NOT SIT, STAND OR CLIMB ON THIS ITEM. 7. Do not lift using handle(s).

Do not lift while loaded.

2. This product is not a toy nor a toy chest.

Do not allow children to play with or near this item.

3. Do not exceed 700 lb weight capacity, evenly distributed from bottom up.

Uneven loading causes tipping.

Be aware of dynamic loading!

Sudden load movement may briefly create excess load causing product failure.

8. Lock Swivel Casters after moving.

9. Do not mount on truck bed or any other moving object.

10. Use as intended only.

11. Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.

4. Do not open more than one Drawer at once.

Lid must be open for Drawers to be unlocked.

5. Close and lock Drawers before moving.

12. Maintain product labels and nameplates.

These carry important safety information.

If unreadable or missing, contact

Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

6. Use only on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cart.

Do not roll Cart over concrete seams or other rough/uneven surfaces.

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Assembly Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Note: Finger tighten hardware until assembly is complete.

1. Assemble on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cart.

5. Attach Front/Back Cross Supports (15) to the inside of Posts using four sets of Bolts (21a) and Nuts (21b).

6. On the same side as Locking Swivel Casters, attach Tray (30) to the outside, and a Side

Cross Support (14) to the inside of Posts using two sets of Bolts (21a) and Nuts (21b).

2. Attach two Fixed Casters (19) to one side of the Bottom Shelf (16), using eight sets of

Bolts (22a), Washers (22c) and Nuts (22b).

3. Attach two Locking Swivel Casters (20) to the other side, using eight sets of Bolts (22a), Washers (22c) and Nuts (22b).

Locking

Swivel Caster

Bottom

Shelf

Fixed

Caster

7. On the other side, attach the remaining Side

Cross Support to the inside of Posts using two sets of Bolts (21a) and Nuts (21b).

Back

Cross

Support

Side

Cross

Support

Tray

Nut Bolt

Side

Cross

Support

Front

Cross

Support

Nut

Washer

Bolt

Figure A

Figure C

4. Attach Posts (17) to the outside corners of the Bottom Shelf, using sixteen sets of Bolts (21a) and Nuts (21b).

Note: Make sure the bolt holes on the upper ends of Posts measure 1-3/8" from the top and the lower holes measure 1" from the bottom ends.

WARNING!

The Chest is heavy; do not attempt to lift and lower onto Cross Supports without assistance.

8. With assistance, lift up the Chest, then lower it carefully between the Posts until its bottom edges rest on the Cross Supports. Attach Chest to the

Front Cross Support, using two Hex Bolts (31).

1-3/8" Post

Chest

Bolt

1"

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Nut

Figure B

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Bolt

Front

Cross

Support

Figure D

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Lid

Handle Bracket

Nut Bolt

9. Attach Side Handle (18) to lower holes on same side as Locking Swivel Casters, using two sets of Bolts (22a) and Nuts (21b).

10. Attach Lid Handle (28) using two Screws (32).

11. Place one Bracket (26) in each corner of

Chest. Attach Posts to chest using fourteen sets of Bolts (21a) and Nuts (21b).

12. Tighten all hardware, starting at the bottom.

Bolt

Screws

Nut

Nut

Side

Handle

Bolt

Figure E

Operation Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

1. Unlock Drawers and fill Cart evenly, from bottom to top. Do not exceed weight capacities.

2. Close all Drawers and lock them.

3. Unlock Swivel Casters.

4. Roll Cart to a flat, level, hard and smooth surface capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cart. Do not roll Cart over concrete seams or other rough/uneven surfaces.

5. Lock Swivel Casters.

Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:

Do not use damaged equipment. If any part becomes damaged, have the problem corrected before further use.

1. PERIODICALLY, inspect the general condition of the Cart. Check for:

• loose hardware

• misalignment or binding of moving parts

• brake operation

• caster swivel function and movement

• cracked or broken parts

• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2. Wipe external surfaces of the Cart with clean cloth.

3. Lubricate Drawer Slides as needed.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR

MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS

QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE

ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY

STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND

LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY

ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS

THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Parts List and Diagram

Parts List

Part

1

2

Lid

Lock Bar

Description

3a Lock

3b Key (not shown)

5

6

7

8

Drawer Handle

Drawer Handle

Left Drawer Latch

Right Drawer Latch

9 Drawer Slide

10 Top Left Drawer

11 Top Right Drawer

12 Middle Drawer

13 Bottom Drawer

14 Side Cross Support

15 Front/Back Cross Support

16 Bottom Shelf

17 Post

18 Side Handle

Qty

1

10

2

1

1

1

1

4

2

2

1

3

2

2

3

2

1

4

Part Description

19 Fixed Caster

20 Locking Swivel Caster

21a Bolt M8 x 16

21b Flange Nut M8

22a Bolt M8 x 20

22b Locknut M8

22c Washer

23 Top Compartment Liner

24 Top Drawer Liner

25 Middle/Bottom Drawer Liner

26 Bracket

27 Gas Strut

28 Lid Handle

29 Bottom Shelf Liner

30 Tray

31 Hex Bolt

32 Screw

Note: A few pieces of extra hardware may be included.

Qty

2

4

2

1

3

2

2

2

1

1

18

20

16

1

2

38

40

Record Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Parts may not be interchangeable. Specify UPC number when ordering:

Green: 193175311283

Orange: 193175311290

Yellow: 193175311306

Black: 193175345622

Blue: 193175370150

Red: 193175345684

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Assembly Diagram

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Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER

WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.

If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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