Harbor Freight Tools Truck Bed Extender Product manual
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1. For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 69650 Service Have this Extender serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the Extender is maintained Specific Safety Rules 1 Item 69650 Follow DOT guidelines for installation and use Do not exceed 350 Ib capacity evenly distributed Be aware of dynamic loading Sudden load movement may briefly create excess load causing product failure Secure load before moving Tie warning flag to the end of extended loads Turn vehicle s ignition OFF set parking brake and chock wheels before installing loading or unloading Use as intended only Inspect before use do not use if parts loose or damaged Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and heavy duty work gloves during installation loading and unloading 10 11 12 13 14 15 Maintain labels and nameplates on the Extender These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Keep Extender clean and dry This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children Make sure to secure load with ropes and or tie downs before transporting Load heaviest items toward the center of the Extender Only use Extender with a properly installed Class III 2 inch hitch receiver capable of supporting the Extender and its load The warnings cautions2. 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 Page 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 69650 Parts List and Assembly Diagram Part Description Part __ Description i 1 T Support 4 1 2 Angled Pin 5 Warning Flag not shown 1 Record Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts Item 69650 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 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 e
3. Owner s Manual amp Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Email our technical support at tech harborfreight com ITEM 69650 REV 12f When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 800 444 3353 as soon as possible AWARNING Copyright 2012 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Read this material before using this product any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Failure to do so can result in serious injury Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included Specifications Load Capacity Dimensions Crossbar Width Hitch Receiver Size 350 Ib 52 3 4 L extended x 12 3 4 H Fits 2 Square Receivers Note A class 3 truck hitch is required Impor
4. and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may 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 A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 Setup Before Use Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 7 Turn vehicle s ignition OFF set parking brake and chock wheels before assembly Assembly 1 With the short end of the L Extension 4 facing up slide the long end into the receiver hitch not included 2 Insert an Angled Pin 2 through the hitch and L Extension 4 3 Secure with a R Pin 3 through the hole in the Angled Pin 2 4 Slide the Warning Flag 5 onto the remaining Angled Pin 2 The T Support 1 has five holes to change the height Line up the hole on the T Support 1 with the desired hole on the L Extension 4 Insert the Angled Pin 2 with the Warning Flag through T Support and L Extension Secure with the remaining R Pin 3 Pull out on the L Extension and T Support to make sure they are prop
5. erly locked in place Functions Height holes L Extension ma Receiver Hitch hole Angled Pin Note Lowest setting shown Figure A Components Page 4 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 69650 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 AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Make sure the vehicle is turned off and in gear or park with the emergency brake engaged and the wheels blocked Make sure the Extender is secured onto the vehicle Make sure the Extender is clean and dry before loading Do not exceed this Extender s maximum weight capacity of 350 pounds All persons not involved in loading or unloading the Extender must stand clear of the unit 1 Attach the Truck Extender to NOTICE Contact local Department of the vehicle as explained in the Transportation to verify all safety guidelines Assembly instructions are being followed before transporting load 2 Load the Truck Extender making sure CAUTION Do not exceed 350 Ib the objects are secured in the truck capacity Be aware of dynamic loading bed so they will not tip up out of the Sudden load movement may briefly create bed and over the Truck Extender excess load causing product failure 3 Secure the load to the Truck Extender with appropriate lashing materials not
6. included Note The Truck Extender and load will increase the overall vehicle length Use care when parking turning or backing up with the load attached 4 Remove the Truck Extender from the vehicle when not in use Item 69650 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Remove load from the Extender before performing any maintenance or service Do not use damaged equipment If the Extender is damaged have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect 2 Clean the Extender after each use the general condition of the Make sure dirt oil grease and Extender Check for debris are not on the Extender e loose hardware weld fractures excessive rust e misalignment or binding of parts e cracked or broken parts bent pins and e any other condition that may affect its safe operation PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST 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
7. tant Safety Information General Safety 1 Make sure the area in which the Extender is assembled is clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents 2 Keep children and bystanders away while assembling the Extender Extender Use and Care 1 Use the correct Extender for your application The correct Extender will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed 2 Store the Extender out of reach of children and do not allow people unfamiliar with the Extender or these instructions to use the Extender Use of Extender by untrained people may not be safe Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when using the Extender Do not use the Extender while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while using the Extender may result in serious personal injury Maintain the Extender Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Extender s operation If damaged have the Extender repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment Use this Extender in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for this particular type of product taking into account the area conditions and the task to be performed Use of this Extender for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Page 2
8. vent 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 Haul iaster 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353
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