Harbor Freight Tools 40141 User manual

WOODEN SIDE PANEL KIT
Model 40141
(FOR USE WITH MODEL 42709 UTILITY TRAILER)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and as-
sembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number
on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry
place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp, or wet work areas
invite injuries.
2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle
this product.
3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be
stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and
keep out of reach of children.
4. DO NOT USE OR ASSEMBLE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE
OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if
your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt,
do not attempt to use this product.
5. USE EYE PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles when
assembling this product. ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles are available
from Harbor Freight Tools.
Item Description
Product Compatibility Designed for use only with:
Model 42709 Utility Trailer
Overall Dimensions 99-1/2” L x 51-1/2” W x 27” H
Side Panel Dimensions 47” L x 3-1/2” W x 3/4” Thick
Front/Rear Panel Dimensions 48-1/2” L x 3-1/2” W x 3/4” Thick
Upright Panel Support Dimensions 3-1/2” L x 1-5/8” W x 27” H
Side Panel Plate Dimensions 8” L x 3-5/8” H x 1/8” Thick
Latch Plate Dimensions 4-3/4” L x 2-1/8” W x 1/8” Thick
Latch Dimensions 4-1/2” L x 5-1/4” H x 1/4” Diameter
Latch Housing Dimensions 2-1/2” L x 2” H x 1/16” Thick
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6. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can become caught
in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becoming
caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above el-
bows.
7. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent
tripping, falling, back injury, etcetera.
8. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.
9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not
assemble or use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.
10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts
and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product. Replace or
repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES: When servicing, use only identi-
cal replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product.
Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
12. MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry for
better and safer performance.
13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.
14. USE THE RIGHTTOOL FORTHE JOB. Do not attempt to force small equipment to
do the work of larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which
this equipment was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the capac-
ity for which it was intended. Do not modify this equipment, and do not use this
equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
15. WARNING: The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator
must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built
into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1. THIS WOODEN SIDE PANEL KIT IS DESIGNED FOR USE ONLY WITH THE
MODEL 42709 UTILITY TRAILER (AVAILABLE FROM HARBOR FREIGHT
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2. MAKE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE MANUFACTURER’S
MANUAL FOR THE MODEL 42709 UTILITY TRAILER BEFORE USE AND
INSTALLATION. Make sure to attach the Wooden Side Panel to the Utility Trailer
manufacturer’s recommended assembly points. People and animals are not to be
given rides in the Utility Trailer. It is for materials use only.
3. ALWAYS EXAMINE THE WOODEN SIDE PANEL KIT FOR LOOSE MOUNT-
ING BOLTS, CRACKED AND BROKEN FRAMES, AND ANY OTHER CONDI-
TION THAT MAY AFFECT ITS SAFE OPERATION. Do not use the Wooden
Side Panel Kit even if minor damage appears.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List (page 7) are
included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: For additional references to the parts listed below, refer to the Assembly
Diagram (page 7). The Utility Trailer should be on a flat, level surface with wheels
blocked, while the Wooden Side Panel Kit is being assembled.
To Attach The Upright Panel Supports To The Side Panels:
1. Align the six uppermost mounting holes of an Upright Panel Support (part #12)
with the two mounting holes located in the center of each of
three Side Panels
(part #10). (See Assy. Diagram.)
2. Use six Bolts (part #4), six Washers (part #2), and six Nuts (part #3) to secure
the Upright Panel Support (part #12) to the three Side Panels (part #10).
(See Assy. Diagram.)
3. Repeat Steps #1 and #2 for the other
three Upright Panel Supports (part #12)
and remaining
nine Side Panels (part #10). (See Assy. Diagram.)
To Attach The Upright Panel Supports To The Front And Rear Panels:
1. Align the six uppermost mounting holes in each of two Upright Panel Supports
(part #12) with the two mounting holes located in the center of each of
three
Front Panels (part #11). (See Assy. Diagram.)
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secure the Upright Panel Supports (part #12) to the three Front Panels (part
#11). (See Assy. Diagram.)
3. Repeat Steps #1 and #2 for the remaining
two Upright Panel Supports (part #12)
and remaining
three Rear Panels (part #11). (See Assy. Diagram.)
To Attach The Front And Rear Sections Of The Side Panel Assemblies:
1. With assistance, place the ends of two Side Panel Assemblies (part 10) together.
Next, insert
three Side Panel Plates (part #8) over the three connecting ends of
the two Side Panel Assemblies. Then, secure the three connecting ends of the
two Side Panel Assemblies, using twelve Bolts (part #4), twelve Washers (part
#2), and twelve Nuts (part #3). (See Assy. Diagram.)
2. Repeat Step #1 for the remaining two Side Panel Assemblies (part #10).
(See Assy. Diagram.)
To Attach The Latches/Latch Housings To The Side Panel Assemblies:
1. Locate the four mounting holes at each end of an uppermost , previously as-
sembled, Side Panel Assembly (part #10). Then secure one Latch/Latch Hous-
ing (parts #9, #13) to each end, using four Bolts (part #4), four Washers (part #2),
and four Nuts (part #3) for each Latch/Latch Housing. (See Assy. Diagram.)
2. Repeat Step #1 for the remaining Side Panel Assembly (part #10) and remaining
two Latch/Latch Housings (parts #9, #13). (See Assy. Diagram.)
To Attach The Latch Plates To The Front/Rear Panel Assemblies:
1. Locate the four mounting holes at each end of an uppermost , previously as-
sembled, Front Panel Assembly (part #11). Then secure one Latch Plate (part
#7) to each end, using four Bolts (part #4), four Washers (part #2), and four Nuts
(part #3) for each Latch Plate. (See Assy. Diagram.)
2. Repeat Step #1 for the remaining Rear Panel Assembly (part #11) and remaining
two Latch Plates (part #7). (See Assy. Diagram.)
To Attach The Side Panel Assemblies And Front/Rear Panel Assemblies To The
Utility Trailer:
1. With assistance, insert the two Upright Panel Supports (part #12) of one Side
Panel Assembly (part #10) into the two mounting slots located on the side of the

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Utility Trailer. Align the two mounting holes at the bottom of the Upright Panels
with the two mounting holes in the slots. Then secure the Side Panel Assembly
to the Utility Trailer, using one Bolt (part #5), one Washer (part #6), and one Nut
(part #14) for each Upright Panel Support. (See Assy. Diagram.)
2. Repeat Step #1 for the remaining Side Panel Assembly (part #10).
(See Assy. Diagram.)
3. With assistance, insert the
two Upright Panel Supports (part #12) of one Front
Panel Assembly (part #11) into the
two mounting slots located on the front end of
the Utility Trailer. Then, secure the Front Panel Assembly to the two Side Panel
Assemblies (part #10) by locking the Latch (part #9) in the Latch Plate (part #7).
(See Assy. Diagram.)
4. Repeat Step #1 for the remaining Rear Panel Assembly (part #11).
(See Assy. Diagram.)
5. For convenient loading and unloading, simply unlock the Latch (part #9) from the
Latch Plate (part #7). Lift up on the Front/Rear Panel Assembly (part #11), and
temporarily remove the Front/Rear Panel Assembly. CAUTION: ALWAYS
reattach the Front/Rear Panel Assembly to the Utility Trailer and lock all four
Latches after the Trailer has been loaded and unloaded. (See Assy. Diagram.)
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Wooden Side Panel.
Check for loose mounting bolts, misalignment or binding of moving parts,
cracked, bent, or broken parts, accidentally unlocked Latches (part #9), and any
other condition that may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged
equipment.
2. TO CLEAN, use only water and a mild detergent. Keep the Wooden Side Panel
Kit clean and dry, if possible, to prolong the life of the wood.
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 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.
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PARTS LIST
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are
not available individually as replacement parts.
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