Harbor Freight Tools 20 ton A_Frame Industrial Heavy Duty Floor Shop Press Product manual
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1. 26 Repeat for the other end i Header 2 Figure 3 Bottom Crossbeam 21 Nut 26 I To Assemble the Crossbeams l nee 21 22 off Nut 14 Attach a Press Rod Guide 23 to the center of the Top and Bottom N A Crossbeams 21 amp 22 by securing Header Supports 25 in place with the Bolts 13 and Nuts Figure 5 14 5 To Attach the Header Supports 25 Header Supports 25 to the Header 2 fe Attach the four Header Supports 25 to the sides of the Header 2 using two Bolts 6 and Nuts 26 Insert two Bolts 5 through the lower holes at the top of the Header Supports and secure with Nuts 14 i Upright 18 Press Apron 12 Figure 4 To Attach the Crossbeams 21 22 and Header Supports 25 to the Uprights 18 Figure 6 Support Pins 19 a Position one end of the Bottom 6 To install the Press Apron 12 seb ean et willy ME SoNg a Slide the Support Pins 19 into the hole at the top of the Upright and holes in the Uprights 18 secure with a Bolt 11 and Nut 9 Repeat for the other end b Angle the Press Apron 12 so the rails of the Press Apron straddle the b Position one end of the top Uprights then lower into place so Crossbeam 22 at the top end of SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 the Press Apron rests on the Support Pins Eye Bolts 7 a 8 Press Rod 24 Figure 7 9 7 Insert the Eye Bolts 7 into the holes2. 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 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Record Product s 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 Page 14 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 37999
3. 37999 2 Remove the Oil Filler Plug and fill the General Operating Instructions perating Instructions Jack with hydraulic fluid to the full level The Shop Press can be used for a variety of functions including electric motor and armature repair installation and removal of 3 Apply pressure to the Saddle and pump the Handle 3 quickly several times pressure fitted parts such as gears 4 Check the Oil Fill Hole and if and bearings and bending or necessary top off the Oil Fill Hole straightening of metal Care should with hydraulic oil be taken in set up and operation of the Shop Press to avoid damage or 5 Replace the Oil Filler Plug and close injury the Release Valve To operate the Shop Press 6 Test the Jack several times for proper j operation before putting into use 1 Use the Support Pins 19 to adjust If after bleeding the Jack still does the height of the Press Apron 12 not appear to be working properly i do notuse the Jack until it has Note The Press Apron 12 should be in been repaired by a qualified service the highest position possible with the technician workpiece as close as possible to the l ram of the Press Rod 24 2 Place the item to press between the Arbor Plates 20 WARNING Make sure there is no obstruction such as a stray bolt or debris under the Arbor Plates Such items create an uneven surface which can cause the Arbor Plates to break under pressure WARNING When pressin
4. Central Hydraulics 20 TON SHOP PRESS LXi 37999 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools 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 For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Manual Revised 09g SAVE THIS MANUAL not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly NOTICE NOTICE is used to operating inspection maintenance and address practices cleaning procedures Write the products not related to personal injury serial number in the back of the manual CAUTION without near the assembly diagram or month CAUTION Pa the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions IMI OR TANT SA
5. I ET Failure to heed these markings and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference IN FO RM ATIO N may result in personal injury SS eee and or property damage In this manual on the labeling Save all warnings and and all other information instructions for future provided with this product reference This is the safety alert The warnings precautions symbol It is used to alert and instructions discussed you to potential personal in this manual cannot cover injury hazards Obey all all possible conditions and safety messages that situations that may occur follow this symbol to avoid The operator must understand possible injury or death that common sense and caution are factors which indi cannot be built into this A DANGER p Sate eae product but must be supplied situation which if not by the operator avoided will result in death or serious injury Work area a Keep the work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the risks of electric shock fire and injury to persons AWARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury b Do not operate the tool in CAUTION F explosive atmospheres such CAUTION ree as in the presence of flammable 5 with the safety liquids gases or dust Air and alert symbol indicates a hydraulic tools create spar
6. ING THE JACK TO OPERATION DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING JACK POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS PROBABLE SOLUTION Jack wi nor Saddle Pump stroke Saddle will not Handle moves Oil leaking Make certain that the jack is not supporting a function at its lowers under load while attempting a solution up when jack weight capacity load feels spongy _ lift all the way from filler plug is under load Valves may be blocked and may not close fully To flush the valves Lower the Saddle and securely close the Release Valve Manually lift the saddle several inches Open the release valve and force the saddle down as quickly as possible Jack may be low on oil Check the oil level and refill if needed Jack may require bleeding see instructions on page 6 Unit may have too much hydraulic oil inside check fluid level and adjust if needed SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 12 PARTS LIST amp ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Part __ Description Qty 6 BotM18x70 8 NutM8 y oa 9 Numi y oa SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Part Description Qty Page 13 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR
7. 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 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
8. and tighten all nuts and bolts in place Determine where you want to use the Press and with assistance move the unit to the location where it is to be used If needed drill four 1 2 diameter mounting holes in the feet and use as a template to mark the spots where four 1 2 diameter holes will be drilled in the concrete or wood floor Before drilling re check that the press is square Additionally check for any hidden wiring or cables and adjust the location for the holes as needed Then temporarily set the Shop Press aside i Use a masonry drill bit to drill the four 1 2 diameter holes about 3 4 deep into the concrete Make sure to blow out the concrete dust from the drilled holes Insert Lag screw anchors not included into the holes j Set the Shop Press back to the location where it is to be used and align the four 1 2 diameter mounting holes in its feet with the four pre drilled 1 2 holes in the concrete or wood Then use four minimum 3 long 1 2 diameter concrete anchor bolts or lag bolts not included to secure the Shop Press to the concrete or wood floor Page 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 37999 Top Crossbeam 2 Bolts 13 the Upright 18 Position Header im Supports 25 at its sides thread a Bolt 10 through the Crossbeam Top Header Support Top Crossbeam Crossbeam the other Header Support and out 22 through the other Upright Attach Nut
9. d other untrained persons A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that affects the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model Use of an accessory not intended for use with the specific tool model increases the risk of injury to persons Service Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Use only authorized parts Use only the lubricants supplied with the tool or specified by the manufacturer Specific Safety Rules Maintain labels and nameplates on the Shop Press These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Keep hands away from arbor plates and press rod during use Page 3 10 Ti 12 13 14 15 Page 4 Do not move workpiece while compressed Release load before service or maintenance Bolt to floor before use Keep area under arbor plates clear If arbor plates rest on obstruction i e bolt debris etc it creates an uneven press causing excess stress and possible breakage Do not stand directl
10. g two items together the items must be lined up vertically If not one item may forcefully eject itself sideways from the unit 3 Using the Jack Handle 3 jack down the Jack Plate until the ram of the Jack Plate contacts your workpiece Make sure if you are pressing two items together that they are in vertical alignment Continue to operate the Handle to press the work piece SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 4 When the task is completed be USER MAINTENANCE careful when releasing Jack pressure For safety remove the Handle then INSTRUCTIONS use the Handle to slowly turn the Procedures not specifically Valve Release Screw on the Jack A explained in this manual allowing the Jack Plate to rise must be performed only by a WARNING After pressing during the qualiflad techniclan release process the Jack may rise TO PREVENT quickly Stay clear AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use 1 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Shop Press and Bottle Jack Check for broken cracked or bent parts loose or missing parts and any condition that may affect the proper operation of the product If a problem occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment 2 Before each use thoroughly test the Bottle Jac
11. he press Press Rod 24 Su Uprights 18 y Arbor Plates 20 Have someone help you hold pieces in place during assembly Finger tighten all nuts in step 2 Then adjust the unit so that it is square and tighten all nuts and bolts before Press Apron 12 bolting to the floor Finger tighten all nuts for the remainder of the assembly Then adjust the unit so that it is square and the Press Rod 24 has smooth vertical travel Securely tighten all nuts and bolts Figure 1 SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 Foot Brace 17 Nut 14 Figure 2 Spreader 15 First Assemble the Feet 16 and Uprights 18 and then Mount the Shop Press Lay down one of the Uprights 18 with the cross straps facing up Attach a Foot 16 to the end where the cross strap is flush with the end of the Upright using two Bolts 13 and Nuts 14 Attach two Foot Braces 17 to the Upright and the Foot using four Bolts 13 and Nuts 14 as per Figure 2 orientation above Assemble the remaining Upright Foot and Foot Braces as above e Attach the two Spreaders 15 to the foot end of one of the Uprights see Figure 2 and secure with two Bolts 13 and Nuts 14 Attach the remaining Upright to the other end of the Spreaders using two Bolts 13 and Nuts 14 Using a square sold separately make sure that all connections are at right angles except the Braces 17
12. in the Press Rod 24 and secure in place with the Nuts 8 10 BO Header 2 Springs 4 Bottle Jack 1 Header Eye Bolts 7 Supports 25 Rod Guides Figure 8 23 _ Saddle it Bottle Jack 1 on the Press Rod 24 d Slide the Press Rod up so the Bottle Jack fits into the guide ring on the Header 2 e Hook the Springs 4 into the Eye Bolts 7 f Adjust the Eye Bolts so the assembly is tight and secure Tighten the Bolts and Nuts which secure the Press Rod Guides 23 making sure that the press Rod is centered in them Place the Arbor Plates 20 on the Press Apron 12 Bleeding the Bottle Jack Handle 3 Elevating Screw some models Plunger ira Fulcrum Valve k Release Screw A amp oil Filler Plug Figure 8 8 To install the Bottle Jack assembly a Slide the Press Rod 24 through the Press Rod Guides 23 b Hang the Springs 4 from the Bolts 5 in the Header Supports 25 c Bleed the Bottle Jack see Bleeding the Bottle Jack page 9 and make sure it is fully collapsed Center the 1 Page 8 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 IMPORTANT Before first use check for proper hydraulic oil level in the Jack Then thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use If the Jack does not work properly bleed excess air from its hydraulic system as follows Open the Release Valve SKU
13. k 1 for proper operation prior to its actual use If the Bottle Jack appears not to be working properly follow Bleeding instructions on page 9 3 Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years To change the hydraulic oil a With the Jack fully lowered unhook the Springs from the Eye Bolts and remove the Jack from the Shop Press b Remove the Oil Filler Plug c Tip the Bottle Jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the unit Page 10 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 37999 completely and dispose of the old hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations d Completely fill the unit with a high quality hydraulic oil not included until the oil just begins to run out of the Oil Fill Hole e Reinstall the Oil Filler Plug f Clean with a clean cloth using a detergent or mild solvent g Replace the Bottle Jack onto the Shop Press See step 8 under Assembly SKU 37999 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 Troubleshootin TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AWARNING Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack Completely resolve all problems before use If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem have a qualified technician inspect and repair the jack before use After the jack is repaired Test it carefully without a load by raising it and lowering it fully checking for proper operation BEFORE RETURN
14. ks which hazardous situation which if may ignite the dust or fumes Page 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 37999 SKU 37999 Personal safety b Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the tool Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of injury to persons Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair increases the risk of injury to persons as a result of being caught in moving parts Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations a Use safety equipment Wear heavy duty work gloves during use Non skid safety shoes and a hard b hat must be used for the applicable conditions Always wear eye protection Wear ANSI approved safety goggles heavy duty work gloves and steel toe work boots during set up and or use Tool use and care Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for the application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Store the tool when it is idle out of reach of children an
15. oy Keep it out of reach of children The warnings precautions 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SKU 37999 SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 20 Tons Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT Capacity 40 000 pounds A SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning ofthis manual including all text under Note For additional information regarding subheadings therein before set the parts listed in the following pages up or use of this product refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Inspect tool before use looking for damaged loose and Unpacking missing parts If any problems are found do not use tool until When unpacking make sure that the repaired item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Aceamblv Freight Tools at 1 800 444 3353 as soon Assembly as possible 1 Using the Components photo left and the Parts List and Diagram near Components the end of the manual lay out and identify all pieces before assembly Bottle Jack 1 Note All threaded ends of the fasteners should face the interior of the press or the back of the press with the bolt heads on the outside or front of t
16. y in front of the press when loaded Do not leave the press unattended when loaded Avoid off center loads Do not operate if workpiece tilts or binds during compression STOP and release compression if you suspect imminent structural failure If safe inspect thoroughly and reposition before proceeding Do not compress springs or other elastic objects They could disengage hazardously Keep bystanders out of work area 20 Ton Limit Do not operate the hydraulic jack beyond rated capacity Inspect before every use do not use if parts are loose or damaged Jack service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a jack use only identical replacement parts refer to attached product specific parts list and diagram Follow instructions in 16 ve 18 19 20 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury Only use with accessories rated to handle the forces exerted by this tool during operation Other accessories not designed for the forces generated may break and forcefully launch pieces Use only with bottle jack provided Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements This product is not a t
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