Husky HOTC5213B1OS User manual

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USE AND CARE GUIDE
52 IN. 13-DRAWER TOOL CHEST
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Model #HOTC5213B1OS
Item #1001-359-883
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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
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 loading
capacity. 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.
Care and Cleaning..........................................................9
Service Parts....................................................................10
Tools Required...........................................................................4
Hardware Included....................................................................4
Specifications............................................................................4
Package Contents......................................................................5
DANGER: Do not open more than one drawer
at a time.
CAUTION: Do not let children approach the
tool chest / cabinet.
WARNING: Keep the locking caster brakes
set unless you are moving the cabinet. This will
help to prevent the product from rolling.
WARNING: Lock both the lid and all drawers
before moving the cabinet / chest.
CAUTION: To help prevent the product from
tipping, load the product starting with the
bottom drawers.
DANGER: Do not step in any drawer / drawers.
DANGER: Do not pull the units, push them
when moving.
CAUTION:
Do not alter this product in any
manner.

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 the product 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 the product
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 consequential than 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 4
BB Washer M8 24
CC 24
DD
Bolt M8x15L
8 Screw M4x8L
SPECIFICATIONS
100 lbs.
400 lbs.
1,400 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.
1,000 lbs.
Total maximum load capacity
Maximum capacity (drawer)
Maximum capacity (chest)
Maximum capacity (cabinet)

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) 14
H Regular caster 2
Part Description Quantity
I Drawer 13
J Lock 3
K Key (set) 2
L Husky badge 2
M Drawer liner 14
N Shelf clips 4
O Shelf 1
P Door pull 1
Q Chest lid handle 1
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Assembly
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Attaching the side handle 2 Installing 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.
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Ensure all cabinet drawers are securely locked into
□ Lay the cabinet (E) on its back on top of 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. The swivel casters with brake (F)
□ Mount the two regular casters (H) to the center
of 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.
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Placing the chest
□ Place the top chest (B) on top of the rolling cabinet (E).
NOTE: Two people may be required to complete
this step.
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place using the key lock on the rolling cabinet (E).
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Installing 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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□ T ighten 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 each end of the cabinet.
washers (BB) per caster.
B
E
secure with four screws (DD) per bracket.
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AA
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BB
CC
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Assembly (continued)
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Installing the drawer liners
□ Place the drawer liners (M) in appropriately-sized drawers
and the chest lid area to protect the surface.
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Installing the shelf brackets
□ Install the four shelf brackets (N) inside the storage area at
the desired shelf height location.
□ Ensure all shelf brackets are aligned horizontally and are
properly seated in the bracket slots.
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Installing the shelf
□ Install the shelf (O) inside the storage area so that it sits on
top of the four shelf brackets (N) flush and level.
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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.
□
□ 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.
1 Locking and unlocking the unit
IMPORTANT : The drawers must be fully closed before
locking / unlocking the unit.
□ Insert the key (K) and turn it counterclockwise, one
□ Remove the key (K).
□ Insert the key (K) and turn it clockwise, one quarter turn
□ Remove the key (K).
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4 Preparing the electrical hole
□ A perforated hole is located in the back of the chest to allow
□ The perforation can be removed by pushing along the edge and
□ Use a metal file to smooth out any sharp edges around the hole
for the use of a power cord while the chest top lid is closed.
twisting the disk until it pops free. Take care not to damage the
cabinet around the perforation when punching the hole through.
WARNING: Be careful when putting your power cord
through the hole since there may be sharp edges around
the punched hole.
quarter turn to lock.
to unlock.
to help prevent injury.
NOTE: Key codes for chest and cabinet will be different.

Maintenance
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Maintaining the casters 2 Maintaining 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 cleaned with
soap and water.
□ Lubricate the slides semi-annually with grease or
equivalent.
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This steel product has been coated with industrial powder coating
Care and Cleaning
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To help protect the powder coated finish, do not allow harsh
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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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for a durable finish.
coating surface.
maintain all surfaces of powder coating.

Service Parts
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Part Item No. Description Quantity
A K0509031 Gas lift 2
C B30160TC31E0025A Bracket 2
D D6TC04001 Side handle 1
F K0322026 Swivel caster with brake 4
G K0204023 Drawer slide (pair) 14
H K0322026 Rigid caster 2
J K06120022 Lock 3
K K06120021 Key (set) 2
L K1131021 Husky badge 2
M K0129084 Drawer liner 14
N Z7400022I Shelf clips 4
O B4B080TC52E3901A Shelf 1
P K1820003 Door pull 1
Q L20110031 Chest lid handle 1
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