Central Forge 32114 Quick reference guide

4” SWIVEL VISE
32114
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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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
Tool Name: 4” Swivel Vise
Item Number: 32114
Anvil Size: 3-1/2” x 3-5/8”
Maximum Jaw Opening: 4-3/4”
Handle: 8-1/8” Length
Body: Cast Iron
Jaws: Hardened Forged Steel
Warning: The warnings, cautions 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.
The Operator
PLEASE REMEMBER:
Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to
determine if your judgment/reflexes might be impaired.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Protective gloves and non-skid footwear is recommended.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles and
dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood and chemical dusts and mists.
Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
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Work Area
TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, FIRE AND SHOCK, MAKE SURE YOUR
WORK AREA IS:
Free of damp, wet or rainy conditions.
Free of children (never let them handle tools or machinery).
Well-lit.
Clean and uncluttered.
Before Operating
Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Before operating your Swivel Vise check for damaged parts.
Assembly
Your Vise comes completely assembled. Before proceeding, wipe down your vise with a degreasing solution
or dish soap and water to remove any packaging grease.
Your Swivel Vise comes with mounting holes on the Base Foot. Use the appropriate hardware to secure the
vise to your workbench. Make sure the vise is securely mounted before using.
It is important that your read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you use the Swivel
Vise. Before assembling your Swivel Vise, be sure that you have all parts described in the Parts List.
Assemble attachments based on the intended use of the tool.
Mounting the Vise to a Wooden Workbench (See Figure 1 )
Step 1) Measure the thickness of your workbench. To securely mount your vise to a
wooden workbench, mount 2” W x 2” H x 2” L lengths of wood underneath the
mounting points for the vise in order to add strength.
Step 2) Purchase three bolts, nuts, and flat washers the appropriate length of your
workbench and add one inch (1”) of length to the bolts to make up for the extra
inch of the vise.
Step 3) Mark and drill the holes through the workbench, using the base as a template, for the
mounting tabs on the base of the vise.
Step 4) Position the vise on the workbench and line up the holes drilled in Step Three with the holes
in the mounting tabs.
Step 5) Insert the Bolts into the mounting tabs and through the workbench as shown in Figure 1.
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Mounting the Vise to a Metal Workbench (See Figure 1 below)
Step 1) Measure the thickness of your workbench. To securely mount your vise to a
metal workbench, mount an 8” square x 3/16” thick reinforcing plate underneath
the mounting points when step 6 is performed.
Step 2) Purchase three (3) bolts, nuts and flat washers that are the appropriate length for the
thickness of the workbench and add one inch (1”) of length to the bolts to make up for the
extra inch of the vise.
Step 3) Mark and drill the holes through the workbench, using the base as a template, for the
mounting tabs on the base of the vise.
Step 4) Mark and drill the reinforcing plate, using the base of the vise as a template.
Step 5) Position the vise on the workbench and line up the holes drilled in step 3 with the
holes in the mounting tabs.
Step 6) Insert bolts into the mounting tabs and through the workbench as shown in
Figure 1. (Reminder: Remember to attach the reinforcing plate underneath the workbench,
then thread on the nuts and tighten the bolts.)
Operation
To assist you with operation please refer to the Assembly Diagram and Parts List located on page 5 and 6.
Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It is designed to do the job better
and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.
Clamping
Step 1) Open the vise by turning the handle counterclockwise, until you have 1/4” of space between
your material and each jaw of the vise.
Figure 1-Mounting the Vise to the workbench
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Step 2) Hold the material between the jaws while you slowly tighten the vise by turning the handle
clockwise. When your material is snug between the jaws, stop tightening.
Step 3) Tighten the vise until you can no longer move the material you are working on. DO NOT
OVER-TIGHTEN.
Step 4) When finished working on the material, turn the handle counterclockwise. This will release
the material from the vise.
Swivel Base (see Figure 2)
When the material is securely clamped in the vise, decide if you need to rotate the vise to allow better and
safer access to material while working. If you need to change the position of the vise, please follow the steps
below.
Step 1) Locate the Locking Clamps (part #6), one to each side of the vise.
Step 2) Unlock each Locking Clamp lever by turning it counterclockwise.
Step 3) Swivel the vise until you have better and safer access to your material.
Step 4) Lock each Locking Clamp lever by turning it clockwise until tight.
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Unpacking
UNPACK AND CHECK CONTENTS
When unpacking your Swivel Vise, check to make sure the following parts are included. If any parts are
missing or broken, please call HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS at 1-800-444-3353.
Parts List - #32114
Part # Description Quantity Part # Description Quantity
1 Front Jaw 1
2 Replaceable Jaw 2
3 Fixed Rear Jaw 1
4 Mounting Bolts 2
5 Swivel Base 1
6 Locking Clamps 2
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Figure 2 - Loosening Locking Clamps
7 Tapered Gear & Bolt 1
8 Washer 2
9 Spring 1
10 Cotter Pin 1
11 Mounted Nut 1
12 Steel Screw with Handle 1
13 Screws 4
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Parts Diagram
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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.
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