Harbor Freight Tools 1000 lb. Capacity Bi_Fold Aluminum Ramp Product manual
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS REFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Safety Warnings and Precautions WARNING When using product basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment Read all instructions before using this product 1 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries Observe work area conditions Keep work area well lighted Store idle equipment When not in use the Ramp must be stored in a dry location to inhibit damage from moisture and salt air 4 Check for damaged parts Before using any ramp any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for any broken or damaged ramps and any other conditions that may affect its operation Replace or repair damaged or worn ramps immediately Note Dents or other imperfections in the aluminum Ramp may lead to a weakening of the structural strength of this product do not use the ramp if this type of damage is noted 5 Replacement parts and accessories When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts will void the warranty 6 Do not force product Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the ramp s capacity 7 Usethe right product for the job Do not attempt to force a small ramp to do the work of a larger industrial ramp There are certain applicati2. 353 Parts List Part Description Quantity Bi Fold Ramp Safety Chain and Hook Hinge Bolt Nut c1 ho mo no n5 Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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 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 SKU 90799 Page 5 LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and dura bility 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
3. US GENERAL ALUMINUM BI FOLD RAMP 1000 LB CAPACITY 111190799 ASSEMBLY amp OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2003 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 For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 THANK YOU for choosing a HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS product For future reference please complete the owner s record below Model Serial No Purchase Date SAVE THE RECEIPT WARRANTY AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly Technical Specifications Construction Extruded aluminum pop rivets and zinc plated hardware Section Length 65 3 8 without Ramp support Section Width 14 5 8 each section Rung Spacing 11 7 16 Securing Chains 2 35 Long each link 1 3 8 L x 9 16 W x 1 thick Maximum Weight Capacity 1000 Lbs evenly distributed load static conditions for Bi Fold Ramp or 500 Lbs maximum capacity per individual ramp
4. amps 5 To separate the Bi Fold Ramp remove the Bolt 4 and Nut 5 in each Hinge 3 Then slide the Hinges 3 apart from each other The Bi Fold Ramp is now ready to be used as a set of two narrower Ramps Operation When operating your Aluminum Bi fold Ramp refer to each of the operational Figures as well as to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram located on the last page of this manual Warning persons not involved in the loading process must stand clear of the loading Ramp Warning Never exceed the 1000 Ib Maximum see page 2 Specifications Section Load vehicle slowly Warning Make sure the vehicle which you are loading into is turned off and in gear or park with the emergency brake engaged Warning Make sure the Ramp is completely open and the securing chains and hooks are correctly in place Make sure the Ramp is clean and dry before loading Step 1 Make certain that the tailgate the Ramp will sit on is dry and clean Set the tongue of the Ramp on the tailgate Stretch the Safety Chains and Hooks 2 on each side of the Ramp up into the inside of the truck bed Attach both Safety Chains and Hooks 2 to a secure location on the inside of the truck bed The Safety Chain and Hook 2 should be taut so that the Ramp s tongue can not slip off of the tailgate Step 2 Very slowly drive or push the vehicle that you wish to load so that the front tires are on the Ramp without moving the tongue resting on the tailgate Never
5. e 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 Assembly Your Aluminum Bi Fold Ramp will require some light assembly prior to use It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the product BEFORE you use the Aluminum Bi Fold Ramp Before assembling and using the Aluminum Bi Fold Ramp be sure that you have all parts described in the Parts List and Assembly Diagram located on the last pages of this manual The Aluminum Bi Fold Ramp can be used together as a Bi Fold connected ramp or can be used separately To join the Bi fold Ramp together and use it as one connected ramp complete the following steps 1 Lay both Ramps 1 down on a large flat area that is clear of debris 2 Line up the Ramps 1 so that the Hinges 3 are in position as shown in Figure 1 3 Place Hinge 3 so the Bolt 4 can be inserted through the center of both sides of the Hinge 3 and secure with Nut 5 Figure 2 Repeat for second Hinge 3 Figure 2 7 Bolt 4 Figure 1 Bolt 4 Hinge 3 Hinge 3 M URP PI ar SKU 90799 Page 4 Once the Bolts 4 and Nut 5 secure the Hinges you are ready to use the Bi fold Ramp as one connected Ramp Make certain both Ramps are tight against one another and straight Make certain that there are no gaps between R
6. ons for which this ramp was designed Do not modify this ramp and do not use this ramp for a purpose for which it was not intended 8 Use eye and ear protection Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles when assembling this product SKU 90799 Page 2 9 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Protective electrically non conductive clothes and non skid footwear are recommended when assembling Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair 10 Keep children away Children must never be allowed in the work area 11 Make proper ground contact Use your Ramp on a solid level flat dry surface Make sure that the tongue edge fully contacts the tailgate of the vehicle 12 Keep the Ramp clean Prior to each use clean dirt oil or any debris off ramps 13 Do not exceed the Ramps maximum weight capacity see page 2 Specifications Section 14 Make certain that no persons or pets are under the Ramp or vehicle during loading 15 Be aware of dynamic loading If the vehicle drops onto the Bi fold Ramp it will create for a brief instant an excess load which may result in damage to the Ramp the vehicle and or may result in personal injury 16 Contact between the tongue of the Ramp and the tailgate of the vehicle may result in damage to the vehicle s body finish Warning The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possibl
7. 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 transporta tion 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 SKU 90799 Page 6
8. sit on a vehicle while vehicle is being moved up or down the ramp Caution When walking up or down the ramp be extremely careful of your footing Only walk on the innermost vertical beams Never attempt to walk on the outside edge of the ramp Be extremely careful not to get your feet caught between the horizontal cross braces Always maintain good balance when walking up or down the ramp Take special care to make sure that your feet will not slip into the space between the beams Step 3 Make sure no persons or pets are near or under the Ramp or truck Have an assistant monitor the Ramp tongue for slippage on the tailgate as you slowly move the vehicle into the truck bed Step 4 When you are finished using the Ramp remove the hooks from the truck bed Warning Contact between the tongue of the Ramp and the tailgate of the vehicle may result in damage to the vehicle s body finish Maintenance 1 Clean the Ramp after each use Make certain any dirt oil grease or debris are not on the Ramp 2 Check the Ramp rungs and Safety Chain and Hooks 2 for cracks signs of stress or breakage Do not use the Ramp if faults are discovered Take the Ramp to an authorized service technician if repairs are required SKU 90799 Page 4 Unpacking When unpacking your Aluminum Bi fold Ramp 1 000 Lb Capacity check to make sure the following parts are included If any parts are missing or broken please call HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS at 1 800 444 3
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