HAUL MASTER 66983 Assembly instructions

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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back
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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
To ols required for assembly and se rv ic e m ay n ot b e i nc lu de d .
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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Specifications
Load Capacity 500 lb.
Vehicle Hitch
Receiver Size
2" (Vehicle hitch requires a Class
III or Class IV tow rating.)
Hitch Pin Size 5/8" dia. (with clip)
Important Safety Information
Specific Safety Rules
1. Follow DOT guidelines for
installation and use.
2. Do not exceed 500 lb. capacity,
evenly distributed. Be aware of
dynamic loading! Sudden load
movement may briefly create excess
load causing product failure.
3. Install sufficiently far away from
hot exhaust to prevent heat
damage to carrier or cargo.
4. Secure load before moving.
5. Turn vehicle’s ignition OFF, set parking
brake, and chock wheels before
installing, loading, or unloading.
6. Use as intended only.
7. Inspect before use; do not use
if parts loose or damaged.
8. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles
and heavy-duty work gloves during
installation, loading, and unloading.
9. Read manual before installation
and/or use. Maintain labels and
nameplates on the Carrier. These
carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
10. Always secure the Carrier as
close to your vehicle as possible,
minimizing the distance of the Carrier
and its load from your vehicle.
11. Keep Carrier clean and dry.
12. This product is not a toy. Keep
it out of reach of children.
13. Make sure to secure load with ropes,
and/or tie-downs before transporting.
14. Load heaviest items toward the center
of the Carrier. Be aware of openings and
use larger containers that will not fall
through gaps in the Carrier’s framework.
15. Only use Carrier with a properly
installed Class III or Class IV 2
inch hitch receiver capable of
supporting the Carrier and its load.
16. 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.

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General safety
1. Make sure the area in which the Carrier
is assembled is clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Keep children and bystanders away
while assembling the Carrier.
3. Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when using the
Carrier. Do not use the Carrier while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while using the Carrier
may result in serious personal injury.
Carrier use and care
1. Use the correct Carrier for your
application. The correct Carrier will
do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2. Store the Carrier out of reach of children
and do not allow people unfamiliar
with the Carrier or these instructions
to use the Carrier. Use of carrier by
untrained people may not be safe.
3. Maintain the Carrier. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
Carrier’s operation. If damaged,
have the Carrier repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained equipment.
4. Use this Carrier in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for this particular type of
product, taking into account the area
conditions and the task to be performed.
Use of this Carrier for operations
different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5. To prevent fire and heat damage to
carrier and cargo, DO NOT install
near vehicle exhaust. Carrier may
not be compatible with vehicles
with rear-facing exhaust.
Service
Have this Carrier serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the Carrier is maintained.
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Setup - Before Use:
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.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 7.
Assembly
Note: Only finger tighten bolts until
Carrier is fully assembled.
1. Align the mounting holes on the ends
of the Frames (2) with the mounting
holes along the sides of the Post (1).
2. Fasten the Frames to the
Post using the M10 Bolts (10),
Washers (11), and Lock Nuts (12).
3. Set the Cross Braces (6) over
the Frames (2) and fasten the
Cross Braces to the Frames using
the two M8 Bolts (7), Washers (8),
and Lock Nuts (9) each.
4. Use a wrench (not included) to
tighten all bolts securely.
Functions
Figure A: Components
Post
Hitch Pin
R-Pin
Carrier

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Operation Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Make sure the vehicle is turned off and in
gear or park, with the emergency brake engaged and the wheels blocked.
Make sure the Carrier is secured onto the vehicle.
Make sure the Carrier is clean and dry before loading.
WARNING! Do not exceed this Carrier’s
maximum weight capacity of 500 pounds.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY: All persons not involved
in loading or unloading the Carrier
must stand clear of the unit.
1. Remove the R-Pin (4) from
the Carrier’s Hitch Pin (5).
2. With assistance, lift the Carrier by the
Post and insert the hitch end onto the
towing vehicle’s tow hitch (not included).
3. Slide the Hitch Pin through the pin holes
and fasten in place with the R-Pin.
4. With assistance, place items to
be loaded onto the Carrier. Make
sure the load is equally balanced
on the Carrier. Secure the load in
place using appropriate tie-downs,
ropes, flags, etc. (not included).
NOTICE! Contact local Department of
Transportation to verify all safety guidelines
are being followed before transporting load.

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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Remove load from the Carrier before performing any maintenance or service.
Do not use damaged equipment. If the Carrier is damaged
have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect
the general condition of the
Carrier. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of parts,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. Clean the Carrier after each use.
Make sure dirt, oil, grease, and
debris are not on the Carrier.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST IN THIS
DOCUMENT 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 and Assembly Diagram
Part Description Qty
1 Post 1
2 Frame 2
4 R-Pin 1
5 Hitch Pin 1
6 Cross Brace 2
7 Bolt M8x35 4
Part Description Qty
8 Washer M8 4
9 Lock Nut M8 4
10 Bolt M10x75 4
11 Washer M10 4
12 Lock Nut M10 4
12 4 5
6
7
8
910
11
12
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Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed for illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts. Specify UPC 193175046406 when ordering parts.

Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability 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 installation,
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 consequential 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 limitation 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 transportation
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 our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
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