Harbor Freight Tools 98239 User's Manual
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1. a ball hitch not included into the bottom square of the Dual Hitch Extension Secure the ball hitch with a safety pin and R Clip 5 Slide the auxiliary accessory into the top square hole of the Dual Hitch Extension and secure with a safety pin and an R Clip 6 NOTE It is always recommended and safer to attach your auxiliary accessory to the Dual Hitch Exten sion after hooking up a trailer boat or camper When finished unhitch the auxiliary accessory before unhitching the Trailer boat or camper 7 WARNING When traveling check all connections hitches and loads often Check for loose or missing safety pins R Clips safety chains and in general all parts of towing apparatus you may be using 8 When you are finished using the Dual Hitch Extension always remove it from the tow vehicle Never leave it attached as it adds to the overall length of your vehicle and could cause an accident when backing or SKU 98239 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 by tripping when walking behind your vehicle Wipe off the Dual Hitch Extension and store it inside out of the reach of children USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS A Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM FAILURE Do not use this Dual Hitch Extension if it is cracked or damaged in any way Cleaning Maintenance and Lubric2. HAUL MASTER DUAL HITCH EXTENSION VELJ 98239 SET UP AND 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 Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2008 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 or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 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 num ber Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION In this manual on the labeling and all other information provided with this product This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
3. ation BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of this Dual Hitch Extension Check for cracks or any condition that may affect its safe operation AFTER USE wipe with clean cloth Page 4 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DIS TRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REP RESENTATION 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 DIS TRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACE MENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNI CIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LI ABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER IN STALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO 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 replace ment parts SKU 98239 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durabili
4. g installation setup and removal of Dual Hitch Extension f Install and use according to DOT regulations g Read this manual before use Page 2 2 Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Keep children and bystanders away while operating Distrac tions can cause accidents 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating Do not use while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from mov ing parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 4 Product safety a Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement b This product is heavy and is nota toy Keep it out of reach of children The warnings precautions and instruc tions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con ditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operat
5. or that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this SKU 98239 For technical questions product but must be supplied by the operator Q SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS 4 000 Ib Maximum Gross Towing Weight Maximum Tongue Weight For auxiliary and towing receivers combined Towing Receiver Specifications Auxiliary Receiver Receiver 2 x 6 1 2 x 7 1 2 UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undam aged If damage is found please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible INITIAL SET UP INSTRUCTIONS A 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 ASSEMBLY There is no assembly required for this Dual Hitch Extension please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 This Dual Hitch Extension allows you to tow a trailer boat or camper and still have a hitch receiver available for a bike rack or other auxiliary acces sory that needs a hitch receiver 2 Be sure vehicle is parked on a level flat surface 3 Slide the bottom half of the Dual Hitch Extension into the vehicle tow hitch receiver opening Secure the Dual Hitch Extension using a safety pin not included and R Clip not included See Figure 1 4 Slide
6. to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates 4a DANGER a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates AWARNING a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION used ACAUTION with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury SKU 98239 CAUTION For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 NOTICE is used to NOTICE address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury GENERAL AND SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To prevent serious injury and or property damage a DO NOT USE AUXILIARY COLLAR LESS RECEIVER FOR TOWING b Inspect before use do not use if Dual Hitch Extension is bent cracked or damaged in any way c Do not exceed 400 pound total tongue weight for auxiliary and towing receivers combined 4 000 pound gross trailer weight or ve hicle receiver capacity d Be aware of dynamic loading Suddenly starting or jerking against load may briefly create excess load causing product failure e Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and heavy duty work gloves durin
7. ty 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 instal lation 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 con sequential 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 limita tion 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 transpor tation 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 o
8. ur war ranty then you must bear the cost of return ing 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 e Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Page 5
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