Husky HOTC5218B1QES User manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE
52 IN. -18 DRAWER TOOL CHEST
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.....................................................................2
Safety Information...................................................................2
Warranty.......................................................................................3
Pre-Assembly............................................................................4
Assembly............................................................................6
Operation...........................................................................8
Maintenance.....................................................................9
Safety Information
7. Do not pull the units push them when moving,.
8. Do not alter this product in any manner.
DANGER: .Do not stand on this product You
may fall or cause the product to tip.
DANGER:Do not move the product prior to
closing and locking all the drawers The.
drawers could come open and make the
product unstable and tip.
DANGER:Do not mount this product on a
truck bed or any other moving object.
WARNING:Keep the product on a level
surface The product may become unstable and.
tip if stored or moved on an uneven surface.
WARNING: .Be careful when closing the cover
Remove hands before closing the cover.
CAUTION:Do not lift this product directly
with a forklift or tow with any mechanical
devices.
CAUTION:Do not exceed the maximum
product weight including contents Do not,.
exceed the maximum weight for each drawer.
See Specifications on page 4.
CAUTION:Only transport this product when
empty. Properly secure when transporting.
1. Do not open more than one drawer at a time.
2. Do not let children approach the tool chest / cabinet.
5. Lock both the lid and all drawers before moving
the cabinet / chest.
3. To help prevent the product from tipping, load the product
starting with the bottom drawers.
6. Do not step in any drawer / drawers.
4. Keep the locking casters brake set unless you are
moving the cabinet. This will help to prevent the product
from rolling.
Care and Cleaning..........................................................9
Service Parts....................................................................10
Tools Required...........................................................................4
Hardware Included....................................................................4
Specifications............................................................................4
Package Contents......................................................................5

Warranty
The manufacturer warrants the product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of
purchase This warranty applies only to the original consumer and only to products used in normal use and service If this product is ..
found to be defective the manufacturer’s only obligation and your exclusive remedy is the repair or replacement of theproduct at the,,,
manufacturer’s discretion provided that the product has not been damaged through misuse abuse accident modifications alteration,,,,,
neglect or mishandling This warranty shall not apply to any product .that is found to have been improperly installed set up or used in ,-,
any way not in accordance with the instructions supplied with the product This warranty shall not apply to a failure of theproduct.
as a result of an accident misuse abuse negligence alteration faulty installation or any other failure not relating to faulty material or,,, , , ,
workmanship This. warranty shall not apply to the finish on any portion of the products /,such as surface and or weathering as this is
considered normal wear and tear.
The manufacturer does not warrant and specifically disclaims any warranty whether express or implied of fitness for a particular purpose,, ,
other disclaims any liability and shall not be liable for any consequentialthan the warranty contained herein The manufacturer specifically .
or costs involved in the replacement or repair of said product.incidental loss or damage including but not limited to any labor expense ,/
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Pre assembly-
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TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips
screwdriver Safety goggles 10 mm Wrench 13 mm Wrench
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE:Hardware not shown to actual size.
AA
BB CC
dd
DD
Part Description Quantity
AA Bolt M6x15L
6
BB Washer M8 24
CC 24
DD
Bolt M8x20L
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Screw M4x8L
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum capacity (chest drawer) 300 lbs.
Maximum capacity (cabinet drawer) 800 .lbs
Empty weight 374 lbs.
NOTE: Begin product assembly close to the final
intended location of your chest cabinet This/.
product is heavy and may be difficult to move
after assembly.

Pre assembly (continued)-
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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Part Description Quantity
A Gas lift 2
B Top chest 1
C Bracket 2
D Side handle 1
E Rolling cabinet 1
F Swivel caster with brake 4
G Drawer slide (pair) 20
Part Description Quantity
H Regular caster 2
I Drawer 18
J Lock 2
K Key (set) 2
L Husky badge 2
M Drawer Liner 19
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Assembly
1Attaching the side handle 2Installing the casters
□Attach the side handle D to the rolling cabinet E() ()
using six bolts ().AA
NOTE:The holes in the cabinet are tapped and do not
require nuts.
□Ensure all cabinet drawers are securely locked into
□Lay the rolling cabinet E on its back Use the() .
packaging material to protect the finish.
□Mount the four swivel casters with brake F to the()
rolling cabinet (E) using four bolts ()CC and washers
(. ()BB) per caster wivel casters with brake FThe s
□Mount the two regular casters H to the center()
the rolling cabinet (E) using four bolts (CC) and
□Tighten all bolts with a wrench.
□ Return the rolling cabinet (E) to its upright position.
CAUTION: .Do not over tighten the screws
3Placing the chest
□Place the top chest (B) on top of the rolling cabinet (E).
NOTE:Two people may be required to complete
this step.
□place using the key lock on the rolling cabinet (E).
4Installing the brackets
□Attach the brackets (C) to the back of the
Place the brackets over cabinet (E). the holes and
NOTE:The holes in the cabinet are tapped and do not
require nuts.
□
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Tighten all screws securely with a screwdriver.
DD
C
product to secure the top chest (B) to the rolling
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should be installed on e .ach end at the cabinet
washers BB) per caster(.
B
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secure with four screws (DD) per bracket.
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CC
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Assembly ()continued
5Installing the drawer liner
□Place the drawer liners (M) in appropriately sized drawers
and the chest lid area to protect the surface.
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Operation
Installing the drawers
□Pull the slides and slide carrier out until fully extended.
□Hold the slide on the cabinet while aligning it with
the slide on the drawer.
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□Slowly push the drawer until it is fully closed to
engage the slide.
□Open the drawer and close it to verify proper
operation.
Slightly insert one side and repeat for the other side.
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2Removing the drawers
□Fully extend and empty the drawer.
□Depending on the slide either lift or lower the,
release lever on both sides so the slides can ride over
the stops Pull out to remove..
1Locking and unlocking the unit
IMPORTANT:The drawers must be fully closed before
locking / unlocking the unit.
□Insert the key (K) and turn it fully to the left to lock.
□Remove the key (K).
□Insert the key (K) and turn it fully to the right to unlock.
□Remove the key (K).
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4Preparing the electrical hole
□A perforated hole is located in the back of the chest to allow
□The perforated hole can be punched through with a small
□Use a metal file to smooth out any sharp edges around the hole.
for the use of a power cord to be used while the chest top lid
is closed.
hammer, mallet, or punch. The hole has been perforated around
the edges. Take care not to damage the cabinet around the
WARNING:Be careful to put the power cord
through the hole, as their may be sharp edges around
the punched hole.
perforation when punching the hole through.

Maintenance
1Maintaining the casters 2Maintaining the drawers
□Grease the casters annually using high quality
bearing grease.
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□Periodically clean the drawer trim and,
inside the drawers with a mild detergent and water.
□Remove grease and oil with a standard,
nonflammable cleaning fluid.
□The use of drawer liners is recommended to protect
the finish inside the drawers and make the drawers
easier to clean Drawer liners can be purchased at.
The Home Depot and can be cleaned with soap
□Lubricate the slides semi annually with grease or-
equivalent.
□This steel product has been coated with industrial powder coating
Care and Cleaning
□To help protect the powder coated finish, do not allow harsh
□Use a glass cleaner (Windex or equivalent product) to clean and
chemicals (oil, grease, or other chemical) to remain on the powder
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and water.
for a durable finish.
coating surface.
maintain all surfaces of powder coating.

Service Parts
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Part Description Quantity
A Gas lift 2
C Bracket 2
D Side handle 1
F Swivel caster with brake 4
G Drawer slide (pair) 20
H Regular caster 2
J Lock 2
K Key (set) 2
L Husky badge 2
M Drawer Liner 19
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