Gearboss TranSport Cart User manual

Operating Instructions
TranSPORT™ cart
©Wenger Corporation 2009 Printed in USA 08/09 Part #240A100-02
Wenger Corporation, 555 Park Drive, P.O. Box 448, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060-0448
Questions? Call.....USA: [phone] • International (call collect): [phone] • www.wengercorp.com
NOTE: Please read and understand the TranSPORT cart Operating Instructions before attempting use.
NOTE: Remove the TranSPORT cart from its shipping container. Refer to the illustrations on the
following pages. If you need additional information about your TranSPORT cart, contact the
Wenger Corporation using the information listed below.
CONTENTS
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Unpacking the Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Storage to Cart Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cart Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cart to Towing Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Towing Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cart to Table Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Table Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Table to Storage Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Mesh Wrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Transporting the Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

The Gearboss TranSPORT cart is guaranteed free of defects in materials and workmanship for
five full years.
Our guarantee assures you of either a full refund or repair or replacement of the defective materials or
workmanship without charge, at the discretion of our Customer Service Department. Just call a
Customer Service Representative at 1-800-887-7145 and state the reason you are dissatisfied. If a
product return is necessary, your representative will issue a return authorization. This is your sole
remedy for breach of this warranty.
Should you have a question or problem with any Wenger product, don’t hesitate to call, even if the
product is past warranty. It’s important to us that all our customers be satisfied.
This is the sole warranty made by Wenger. Wenger disclaims all other warranties, including the
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, as well as all liability for incidental,
consequential, special, and indirect damage. Wenger liability for direct damages shall be limited to the
amount you paid for the product involved. Wenger reserves the right to make product changes without
obligation to incorporate such changes into products previously sold.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of damages or warranties, so the above may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
WARRANTY
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SAFETY
Throughout this manual you will find Cautions and Warnings which are defined as follows.
• Warning means that failure to follow the instruction may result in serious injury or death.
• Caution means that failure to follow the instruction may result in injury or damage to property.
Read and understand the following safety instructions before using or installing any Gearboss
Accessory.
GENERAL
OPERATION
Use of the Gearboss
TranSPORT cart must always
comply with the information
in the “Important End User
Information, Intended Use”
section on page 3 of this
manual.
!CAUTION
When using the Gearboss
TranSPORT cart, always
observe and comply with
Warnings and Cautions
posted on the system
equipment.
!CAUTION
Make sure that anyone who
operates the Gearboss
TranSPORT cart has read
and understands this
manual.
!CAUTION

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IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION
OPERATION
•Personnel operating the Gearboss TranSPORT cart must comply with the Warnings and Cautions in
these instructions.
INTENDED USE
•The Gearboss TranSPORT cart is intended to transport gear within a facility and outdoors.
•The Gearboss TranSPORT cart is intended to convert to a table for use as a work surface, sideline
table or trainers table.
•The Gearboss TranSPORT cart is intended for trailering behind slow-moving motorized vehicles
such as Gators™, golf carts, ATVs etc.
•The Gearboss TranSPORT cart is intended to be used only as described in this manual.
UNPACKING THE CART
1. Remove the packaging lid.
2. Remove the Operating Instructions.
3. Using two people, lift the cart out of the carton.
5. Place the cart on its wheels and cut the nylon tie that secures the handle to the cart frame
The cart is now in the Storage configuration
Packaging
Lid
Operating
Instructions

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STORAGE TO CART CONFIGURATION
The cart is now in the Storage configuration. To put the cart in the Cart configuration, do the following:
1. Rotate the handle from underneath the cart and rotate to a vertical position.
2. Undo the velcro strap and wrap around one end brace for storage.
3. Lift and raise each End Brace until it is perpendicular to the cart deck surface.
4. The slots in the End Brace should engage with the Posts.
CART USAGE
If the Gearboss TranSPORT cart is being pulled by hand, make sure to use enough people.
Use 2 or more people if any of the following conditions exist:
•Heavy loads (over 250 lbs)
•High loads (stacked above end frames or mesh wrap)
•Rough or soft ground
•Steep inclines.
Pulling a heavy load at high
speed can cause an crash that
may result in severe injury or
extensive damage to the cart.
!CAUTION
Never exceed 10 miles per hour.
Trying to stop a heavy load may
cause a crash. Severe injury or
damage to the cart may result.
!CAUTION
Never exceed 5 miles per hour
(a fast walk) if the load is more
than 500 lbs or if the ground is
rough. A runaway or overturned
cart may result in severe injury
or damage to the cart.
!CAUTION
Pull the cart slowly if the load
is piled high, if turns are tight,
or if the route includes ramps
or inclines. An overturned cart
may result in severe injury or
damage to cart and load.
!CAUTION
End Brace
Post
Positions
End Brace
Velcro
Strap

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CART TO TOWING CONFIGURATION
TOWING USAGE
If the Gearboss TranSPORT cart is being pulled by a tow vehicle (Gator™, lawn tractor, golf cart), make
sure to secure the load and pull the cart at a safe speed.
To convert the cart to the Towing configuration, do the following:
1. Pull out on the Handle to release the lock position.
2. Remove the Carriage Bolt and Wing Nut from the
handle.
3. Rotate the Handle downward.
4. Replace the Carriage Bolt and Wing Nut.
The TranSPORT Cart is now ready to be attached to the
towing vehicle.
NOTE: End Braces are shown folded down for clarity.
Pulling a heavy load at high
speed can cause an crash that
may result in severe injury or
extensive damage to the cart.
!CAUTION
Never exceed 10 miles per hour.
Trying to stop a heavy load may
cause a crash. Severe injury or
damage to the cart may result.
!CAUTION
Never exceed 5 miles per hour
(a fast walk) if the load is more
than 500 lbs or if the ground is
rough. A runaway or overturned
cart may result in severe injury
or damage to the cart.
!CAUTION
Pull the cart slowly if the load
is piled high, if turns are tight,
or if the route includes ramps
or inclines. An overturned cart
may result in severe injury or
damage to cart and load.
!CAUTION
Never reverse a tow
vehicle with the cart
connected. Backing a cart
into position can easily
result in a “jack-knife” and
damage to the pull handle
or tow vehicle.
!CAUTION
Carriage
Bolt
Wing
Nut
Carriage
Bolt
Wing
Nut

End Brace
Post
Positions
End Brace
Handle
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CART TO TABLE CONFIGURATION
It is best to use 2 people when converting the Gearboss TranSPORT cart to the Table configuration.
To put the cart in the Table configuration, do the following:
1. Rotate the pull handle under the cart deck.
2. Lift the End Braces and rotate them down to the ground.
3. Grip side of cart near one end and lift (2 people), allowing the End Brace to rotate into the “leg” position.
4. Grip side of cart near opposite end and lift until the End Brace rotates into positon.
5. The slots in the End Brace should engage with the Posts.
TABLE USAGE
If the Gearboss TranSPORT cart is being used in the Table configuration, make sure that the following
conditions exist:
•Do not exceed 1000 lbs of weight on table
•Distribute weight evenly on table
•Never try to move a loaded table
•Use caution on rough or soft ground
•Do not use Table configuration on steep inclines.
Keep hands clear of the end
braces when they are in
motion. Gripping the cart in
the wrong place could result
in injury to hands or fingers.
!CAUTION
Never try to move a loaded
table. Lifting the table may
release the end braces
suddenly, causing an upset
and resulting in injury or
damage to equipment.
Always remove items from
the table, convert it back to a
cart (using two people ) and
move it to it’s new location.
!CAUTION
Never exceed 1000 lbs of
weight on the table. Be sure
that weight is evenly
distributed. Severe injury or
damage to the cart may
result.
!CAUTION
Use caution on rough or soft
ground. Do not use Table
configuration on inclines.
Severe injury or damage to
the cart may result.
!CAUTION

TABLE TO STORAGE CONFIGURATION
End Brace
End Brace
Velcro
Strap
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It is best to use 2 people when converting the Gearboss TranSPORT cart to the Storage configuration.
To put the cart in the Storage configuration, do the following:
1. Grip side of cart near one end and lift (2 people), rotating the End Brace up to lay on the cart deck.
2. Grip side of cart near opposite end, lift and rotate the End Brace up to lay on the cart deck.
3. Secure End Braces together using the Velcro Strap.
Keep hands clear of the end
braces when they are in
motion. Gripping the cart in
the wrong place could result
in injury to hands or fingers.
!CAUTION
MESH WRAP
Install the optional Mesh Wrap to help secure contents in the Cart configuration.
1. Slide the Mesh Wrap over the End Braces.
2. Secure the Plastic Brackets attached to the Mesh Wrap.
Mesh Wrap
Bracket
Locations
Bracket
Locations
Bracket
Locations

MAINTENANCE
•Keep tires inflated to 35 psi.
•Once a year, apply light oil to the front axle King Pin.
NOTE: If the Gearboss TranSPORT cart is often stored outside, it may be necessary to apply oil every
6 months.
•If paint gets chipped or scratched, apply touch-up paint. Call Wenger Customer Service for
recommendations.
NOTE: The deck of the Gearboss TranSPORT cart is aluminum and will not rust if scratched.
TRANSPORTING THE CART
The Gearboss TranSPORT cart may be loaded onto a truck or trailer if the following recommendations
are observed:
• Load and unload the Gearboss TranSPORT cart from a loading dock if possible.
•If a ramp is used, it should slope no more than 20 degrees (or 36%):
•If a ramp is used, make sure there are enough people to safely push the loaded cart up the ramp.
Example: A cart loaded with 500 lbs. of gear would require 235 lbs. of push to roll up a 20 degree
ramp. At least 3 people would be required to do the job safely.
•Secure the Gearboss TranSPORT cart inside the truck.
•Due to its pneumatic tires, severe road conditions could cause a loaded cart to bounce radically.
Blocking and strapping the cart will help prevent damage to the cart or the load.
If the cart is loaded with equipment for a long road trip, the following is recommended:
• Wood blocking from the truck floor the the cart frame
• Heavy duty ratchet strap(s), mounted low on the cart, anchored to the truck wall
• Padding between the cart and the truck wall to limit damage to paint or fabric wrap.
King Pin Location
A runaway cart could cause
severe injury to anyone or
anything in its path.
!CAUTION
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REPLACEMENT PART LIST
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REPLACEMENT PART LIST (CONTINUED)
# DESCRIPTION #DESCRIPTION
1 DECK 16 HANDLE RELEASE ROD
2 BUMPER 17 JAM LOCK NUT, 3/8-16
3RIVET, 3/6" 18 PLASTIC KNOB
4LOOP TUBE WELDMENT 19 HANDLE ROTATE TUBE
5SHOULDER BOLT, 3/8-16 3/8" 20 CAPSCREW, 5/16-18 X 2 1/4"
6LOCK NUT, 3/8-16 21 UPPER HANDLE WELDMENT
7WHEEL 22 HANDLE GRIP 7/8 ID X4 1/2"
8FLAT WASHER, 2 1/2" 23 TUBE PLUG, 1 1/4 OD
9FLANGE BEARING 24 CAPSCREW, 3/8-16 X 5 1/4"
10 COTTER PIN, 2 1/2" 25 CARRIAGE BOLT, 3/8-16 X 2"
11 CHASSIS WELDMENT 26 LOWER HANDLE WELDMENT
12 LOCK NUT, 5/16-16 27 LOCK NUT, 5/16-18
13 SOCKET SCREW, 5/16-16 X 1 1/2" 28 CLEVIS PIN, 2 5/8"
14 GEARBOSS PLATE 29 HITCH BRACKET
15 FRONT YOKE WELDMENT 30 SOCKET SCREW, 3/8-16 X 1 3/4"
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