HAUL MASTER 61625 Assembly instructions

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Specifications
Maximum Towing Capacity 5000 lb.
Coupler Ball Capacity 2″
Mounting Width Capacity 24″to 43″
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Assembly Precautions
1. Assemble only according to these instructions.
Improper assembly can create hazards.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.
3. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.
4. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.
5. Do not assemble when tired or when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
6. Weight capacity and other product capabilities apply
to properly and completely assembled product only.
Use Precautions
1. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play with or near this item.
2. Use as intended only.
3. Inspect before every use; do not use
if parts are loose or damaged.
4. Do not exceed listed weight capacity.
Be aware of dynamic loading!
Sudden load movement may briefly create
excess load causing product failure.
5. Maintain product labels and nameplates. These carry
important safety information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Specific Safety Warnings
1. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, do
not exceed the Tow Bar’s maximum towing capacity
of 5,000 pounds or the maximum tongue weight of
750 pounds. The towing capacity rating includes the
towed vehicle, additional towing equipment, etc. The
tongue weight capacity rating refers to the downward
force exerted on the Hitch Ball (not included) by
the towed vehicle including cargo on board.
2. Use a public, commercial scale to determine the
actual weight of the towed vehicle and its payload.
Do not exceed the weight capacity of any towing
equipment.
3. Tow at your own risk. Failure to heed and follow all
instructions and warnings can result in a vehicle
accident, personal injury and/or property damage.
Harbor Freight Tools cannot be held responsible
for any damage incurred while using the Tow Bar.
4. Make sure to read and fully understand
the tow vehicle manufacturer’s manual to
determine the proper towing capacities.
5. Make sure to read and fully understand the towed
vehicle manufacturer’s manual to determine the
proper additional towing equipment needed.
6. Before each use, always examine the Tow
Bar for loose bolts and nuts, structural cracks
and bends, and any other condition that may
affect its safe operation. Do not use the
Tow Bar even if minor damage appears.
7. Before each use, always attach Safety Chains (not
included) to the towing vehicle and towed vehicle.
Make sure the Safety Chains are attached to the
towing vehicle with the same length for each side.
Do not allow the Safety Chains to drag on the
ground. Inspect the Safety Chains before every tow.
8. Make sure to connect the electrical system from the
towing vehicle to the towed vehicle. Never tow a
vehicle without the running lights and brake lights
connected and in proper working condition.
9. Make sure the Coupler and the vehicle’s Hitch
Ball (not included) are of equal mating size
(2″) and are rated equal to or greater than the
weight of the towed vehicle and its payload.
10. Do not exceed 55 miles per hour when
using the Tow Bar. Excess speed is a
major cause of vehicular accidents.

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11. Care must be taken when backing up a towed
vehicle. Only back up the towed vehicle on a
straight path. If the towed vehicle is allowed to
turn off the straight path while backing up, the
vehicle could jackknife, causing severe damage to
the Tow Bar, towed vehicle, and towing vehicle.
12. Never drive the towed vehicle while the
Tow Bar is attached to the front.
13. Never tow a vehicle with passengers or
animals riding in the towed vehicle.
14. Contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles
(or other regulatory agency) for pertinent
regulations before installation or use of this
Tow Bar. Always use this product in full accord
with all federal, state, and local laws.
15. Connection of this Tow Bar must only
be attempted on flat, level ground.
16. WARNING! Use extreme caution if a vehicle
suddenly sways while being towed. A vehicle that
sways is extremely dangerous and can cause loss
of control of the towing vehicle and towed vehicle. If
swaying occurs, gradually slow down and drive to a
safe location of the road to correct the problem. Do
not brake suddenly or hard, as this will intensify the
swaying and make the towing vehicle and towed
vehicle even more difficult to control. Turbulence
from another vehicle, wind gusts, downgrades,
shifting cargo or tire failure also may be the cause
of swaying. It is the driver’s responsibility to
assess the situation and take appropriate action.
If the swaying problem cannot be corrected,
seek help from a qualified towing professional.
17. Before every tow, check all towing equipment. Repair
or replace any damaged equipment. When towing
over a long distance recheck all equipment at short,
regular intervals. Make sure to check tire inflation
for both the towing vehicle and towed vehicle.
18. Drive safely. When the weight of a towed vehicle
is coupled to a towing vehicle, the effect of the
additional weight will diminish the performance of the
towing vehicle, resulting in decreased acceleration of
the towing vehicle and increased stopping distances.
The added weight will also cause an adverse affect
on the towing vehicle’s handling characteristics.
Always reduce speed when towing a vehicle.
19. 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.
Assembly 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.
1. Loosen the two Nuts (9B), and spread apart the
Right Arm (4A) and Left Arm (5A). See Figure A.
MOUNTING
BRACKET (8A)
Arms (4A, 5A)
Bolt (5B)
Lock Nut (6B)
Nut (4B, 9B)
Figure A:
2. On the Right Arm (4A) and Left Arm (5A),
unscrew the Lock Nuts (6B) and remove
the Bolt (5B). Then slide the Mounting
Brackets (8A) off the Right and Left Arms.
3. Select two locations in the front of the vehicle to
be towed that fit ALL of the following criteria:
a. Can adequately support the entire towing weight
of the vehicle without damage to the vehicle.
b. Have less than 5/8″mounting surface
thickness, and can each support two
1/2" diameter holes drilled 3" apart.
c. Are less than 43″but more than 24″apart.
d. Can properly accommodate the protruding
Bolts (8B), Support Plates (9A), and Lock
Nuts (6B) needed for installation; allowing
all the hardware to fit flush and level against
a solid surface. (See Assy. Diagram.)
e. Are equally distant from the center
of the vehicle, and are level.
f. Are free and clear from all electronics,
sensors, or engine components.
g. Will not structurally weaken the vehicle.

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4. After locations fitting all of the aforementioned
requirements are found, drill the1/2" diameter
holes, 3" apart horizontally. Then install the
Mounting Brackets (8A). See Figure B.
MOUNTING
BRACKET (8A)
MOUNTING
LOCATION
BOLT (8B)
LOCK NUT (6B)
3″
Figure B:
WARNING! If adequate mounting locations cannot
be found or if there is any doubt about the suitability
of the locations, have a professional mechanic
install this product to the towed vehicle.
5. Re-attach the Tow Bar to the Mounting Brackets
(8A). Re-tighten the two Bolts (8B). Then
inspect the entire Tow Bar and tighten all
nuts and bolts securely. See Figure A.
Operating 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.
1. Only use a 2″Hitch Ball (not included) on
the towing vehicle. See Figure C.
R-Pin
Safety Pin
Hitch
Trigger
Hitch
Coupler (1A)
Slot
Handle
Adjustment
Nut
2″Ball
Hitch
Figure C:
WARNING! This Tow Bar’s Hitch Coupler (1A) MUST be
properly secured to the Hitch Ball of the towing vehicle.
After assembly and attachment, pull up and down on the
Hitch Coupler to make sure the Hitch Ball is fitting snugly
in the Hitch Coupler. There must be no play between
the Hitch Ball and Hitch Coupler. If the Hitch Coupler is
not secured properly, the Hitch Ball could come loose
while the towed vehicle is in motion, possibly causing
property damage, SERIOUS PERSONAL or INJURY.
NOTE: To reduce friction between the 2″
Hitch Ball and Hitch Coupler (1A), apply a
layer of heavy grease over the Hitch Ball.
2. Temporarily remove the R-Pin and Safety Pin
from the Hitch Coupler (1A). Then, pull up
on the Trigger and lift up on the Handle.
3. With assistance, place the Hitch Coupler (1A)
over the vehicle’s Hitch Ball and push down on the
Handle until the Trigger locks in the slot. Pull up
and down on the Hitch Coupler to make sure the
Hitch Ball is fitting snugly in the Hitch Coupler.
4. There should be no play between Hitch Ball
and Hitch Coupler. If there is play, tighten
the Adjustment Nut with a 19MM socket
(not included) until no play is present. If the
Nut is too tight, the Handle will not lock.
5. Re-install the Safety Pin and R-Pin.

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6. Make sure to attach each side of an appropriate
Safety Chain (not included) equally from the front
mounting U-Bolt (11B) to the towing vehicle’s
rear bumper or frame crossing them underneath
the Hitch Coupler, leaving just enough slack to
allow the vehicle to turn properly. See Figure D
7. Attach another pair of Safety Chains from the
rear mounting U-Bolt (11B) underneath the Right
and Left Arms (4A, 5A) to the frame of the towed
vehicle as close to the front as possible. Allow
only enough slack for the Tow Bar to pivot.
8. Connect the towing light wiring system (not
included) according to its instructions.
NOTE: Make sure to consult the operator’s manual of
the towing vehicle for proper connection instructions.
CAUTION! Do not attempt to back up while using
this Tow Bar. If the towed vehicle is allowed to turn
off the straight path while backing up, the towed
vehicle could jackknife, causing severe damage to
the towed vehicle and to the towing vehicle. Even if
the towed vehicle does not jackknife, backing up may
damage the Tow Bar and towed vehicle, and the towed
vehicle will not be able to be controlled properly.
9. Disengage the parking brake of the vehicle to be
towed. Set the transmission to the neutral position,
and make sure the steering wheel can turn freely.
Some vehicles will require the key to be left in
a certain position in the ignition (or other setup
procedures to be followed) to allow the steering
wheel to turn freely. See the vehicle manufacturer’s
documentation for details. If the towed vehicle
is not properly prepared for towing, property
damage or severe personal injury may result.
10. When towing the vehicle over long
distances stop and check the tightness of all
connections, at least every 100 miles.
TO TOWED
VEHICLE
TO TOWING
VEHICLE
REAR
MOUNTING
U-BOLTS (11B)
FRONT
MOUNTING
U-BOLTS
(11B)
(ONE U-BOLT IS HIDDEN)
Figure D:

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Maintenance
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Remove Tow Bar from vehicle before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs,
have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
Note: Do not use solvents to wipe off the Tow
Bar, as damage may result. If necessary, wipe
with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
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WARRANTYOFANYKINDTOTHEBUYERTHATHEORSHEISQUALIFIEDTOMAKEANYREPAIRSTOTHEPRODUCT
OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACEANY 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 RISKAND LIABILITYARISING 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 Diagram
Part Description Qty
1A COUPLER 1
2A COUPLER BASE 1
3A ADJUSTABLE PLATE 1
4A RIGHT ARM 1
5A LEFT ARM 1
7A ARM BRACKET 2
8A MOUNTING BRACKET 2
9A SUPPORT PLATE 4
1B M10 LOCK NUT 13
2B SPRING WASHER 5
Part Description Qty
3B BOLT (M10×35) 7
4B NUT W/WASHER (M10) 2
5B BOLT (M12×85) 2
6B LOCK NUT (M12) 6
7B HAIR PIN (2.5MM) 2
8B BOLT (M12×41) 4
9B NUT M10 2
10B LATCH 12MM 2
11B U-BOLT (M10) 4
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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
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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.
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