Harbor Freight Tools 47980 Quick reference guide

47980
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
®
MECHANICS’
ROLLER SEAT
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Technical Specifications
Product Name: Mechanics’ Roller Seat
Product Number: 47980
Seat Dimension: 11" Deep x 17" Wide
Tool Tray Size: 17" Diameter x 7/8" Deep
Finish: Chromed Cylinder, chrome Casters, red Vinyl Seat Cover,
black Wheels, black painted metal
Dimensions: 28" high at back, 22" high at Seat
Fabrication: 1" Square Steel Tube, swivel casters, pressurized pneumatic
cylinder
Caster Support: Double ball bearing
Height Options: Adjusts from 17-1/2" to 22" high
Maximum Weight: 250 LBS.
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.
2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use this product in damp or wet locations. Don’t
expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them
handle machines, tools, extension cords or this product. This product is not a toy.
4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, products must be stored in a dry location to inhibit
rust. Always lock up products and keep out of reach of children.
5. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the
work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this product was
designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not
modify this product and do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
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7. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles.
8. Check for damaged parts. Before using any product, any part that appears damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and
any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.
9. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this
product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
10. Do not operate product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on
prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there
is any doubt, do not operate the product.
11. Do not use the Mechanics’ Roller Seat as a scaffold, ladder, stool or any use not intended
for this product. This product is only meant to be used as a seat.
12. Make certain to use the Mechanics’ Roller Seat on a flat, level and even surface.
13. Gently sit on the Roller Seat. Falling into or sitting down hard on the seat could damage
the product.
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.
Assembly
Your Mechanics’ Roller Seat will require complete assembly prior to use. It is important that you
read the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you use the Roller Seat. Before
assembling your Mechanics’ Roller Seat be sure that you have all parts described in the Parts List
located on the last pages of this manual.
Step 1) Attach the Up and Down Plate (#2) to the Seat (#1). Slide one Washer (#3) onto
each Hex Screw (#4). Insert one (1) Hex Screw (#4) with Washer (#3) up through
each corner of the Up and Down Plate (#2) and into the bottom of the Seat (#1).
Tighten all four (4) Hex Screws until Up and Down Plate (#2) is firm against
Seat (#1)-see Figure 1.
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Figure 1-Attaching Plate to Seat
Up and Down Plate (#2)
Hex Screw (#4) with Washer (#3)
Cotter Pin (#12)
Handle (#11)
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Step 2) Place the small end of the Handle between the stays located on the Up and Down
Plate (#2). Secure in place by inserting Cotter Pin (#12) through the hole in the stay,
then through Handle (#11) and through second Stay. Place pin through Cotter
Pin (#12)-see Figure 1.
Step 3) Slide Seat (#1) with Up and Down Plate (#2) onto the end of the Pneumatic
Pump (#5).
Step 4) Slide Tool Tray (#8) over the bottom end of the Pneumatic Pump (#5) so that the
three (3) different Tray compartments face upward-see Assembly diagram.
Step 5) Slide the Base (#9) up onto the bottom of the Pneumatic Pump (#5) so that the holes
in the Tool Tray (#8) rest over the holes in each leg of the Base (#9).
Step 6) Slide the pin on the Rear Caster Wheel (#10) up through hole in the Base (#9) and
Tool Tray (#8). Slide on Washer (#6) and thread on Nut (#7). Repeat for the
remaining four (4) Rear Caster Wheels (#10)-see Figure 2.
Tool Tray (#8)-not shown
Rear Caster Wheel (#10)
Figure 2-Caster Wheel to Base
Base (#9)
Washer (#6) and Nut (#7)
Operation
To assist you with operation please refer to the Operational Figures as well as the Assembly
Diagram and Parts List located on the last pages of this manual. Note: Do not exceed the
maximum weight capacity of 250 Lbs.
Lowering the Seat
Step 1) While seated in the Roller Seat, press down on the Handle (#11). The Seat will lower
as you apply weight to the Seat. When the Roller Seat is at the desired height,
release the Handle (#11) and the Seat will be set in position.
Raising the Seat
Step 1) Press down on the Handle (#11) while the Seat is empty. The Seat will raise
upward to its’ maximum height.
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Unpacking
UNPACK AND CHECK CONTENTS
When unpacking your Mechanics’ Roller Seat, 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-Mechanics’ Roller Seat
Part # Description Quantity Part # Description Quantity
1Seat 1 7 Nut 5
2 Up and Down Plate 1 8 Tool Tray 1
3 Washer 4 9 Base 1
4 Hex Screw 4 10 Rear Caster Wheel-2-1/2" 5
5 Pneumatic Pump 1 11 Handle 1
6 Washer 10 12 Cotter Pin 1
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not
available individually as replacement parts.
Assembly Diagram
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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 REPRESENTA-
TION 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 RE-
PLACEMENTS 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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