MasterForce 245-1682 User manual
26" Tool Cart
Model #: 245-1682
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
and understand operator’s manual. Save these instructions
for future reference.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ......................................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ..................................................................... 3
Parts List ................................................................................... 4
Assembly and Operation ........................................................... 5
Maintenance and Safety ............................................................ 7
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Model #: _______________________________
Place of purchase: ______________________
Date of purchase: _______________________
Receipt # of purchase: __________________
CAUTION:
1. Read and follow all safety and assembly
instructions before using this product for
the first time.
2. Fill in the following information and retain
the manual for future reference:
Do not open more than one drawer at a time.
Do not step on drawers or trays.
Do not allow children near the unit.
Set the brake on the locking casters unless you are moving the unit.
Lock drawers before moving the unit.
Do not lift unit by yourself.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract our attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understand-
ing. The symbol warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING:
Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this man-
ual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION,”
before using this product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. May be
used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER:
Failure to obey this warning WILL result in death or serious injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
WARNING:
Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk
of personal injury.
CAUTION:
Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal injury to
yourself or others or property damage. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce
the risk of personal injury.
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PARTS LIST
For service regarding parts, assembly or warranty information, please call 1-800-459-4409.
The keys are taped to the top of
the caster carton, which is placed
in the bottom tray of the cart.
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Ref# Description Part# Qty
1 M6x12 Hex Bolt 321101 4 pcs
2Side Handle 306015 1 pc
3Slide Set 300022-
300023
2 pcs
4M6x12 Phillips
Screws
320022 32 pcs
5Swivel Caster 302031 2 pcs
6Washer 324008 16 pcs
7 M8x20 Hex Bolt 321024 16 pcs
8Tray Liner 551991 1 pc
9Drawer Liner 551990 2 pcs
10 Rigid Caster 302032 2 pcs
11 Lock and Key
(1201–1210)
304054 1 pc
NOTE: Replacement keys may be ordered,
using the required code which appears on
the face of the lock.
Give this information for service parts:
part number and quantity.
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NECESSARY TOOLS REQUIRED
FOR ASSEMBLY
• 10mm socket (for side handle)
• 14mm socket
• Extension ratchet
• Phillips screwdriver
INSTALL PILLARS
Position the pillars over the holes in the
upper part of the cart. Attach each pillar to
the cart with four (4) M6x12 Phillips screws.
Tighten securely.
INSTALL BOTTOM TRAY
Carefully turn the cart upside down and lay
its top on to a protective surface. Position
the bottom tray over the bottoms of the
pillars. Attach the bottom tray to each pillar
with four (4) M6x12 Phillips screws. Tighten
securely.
INSTALL CASTERS
Lay the cart on its side. Insert each
M8x20 hex bolt through a washer, then
through the hole in the caster and into
the bottom of the cart. Each caster
requires four (4) hex bolts and four (4) wash-
ers. Tighten the hex bolts securely.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTALL SIDE HANDLE
Position the side handle over the holes
in the upper part of the tool cart and at-
tach with four (4) M6x12 hex bolts. Tighten
securely.
RAISE AND RELEASE
DRAWER FRONTS
These units are equipped with the raise
and release drawer front system.
To open, lift up on the drawer front while
pulling out towards you.
To close, shut the drawer firmly until the
latch engages.
If the drawer does not stay closed, the
drawer contents may be the obstruction,
or the hook may be slightly bent or it may
be rubbing up against the drawer slides. To
resolve this problem, lightly bend the hook
until the drawer engages in the slide.
TO REMOVE DRAWERS
Pull the drawer out so it is almost fully
extended. PUSH UP on the black release
lever on one side, while PULLING DOWN
on the black release lever on the other side.
While holding the levers in the positions as
instructed above, pull the drawer outward
until it is released from the drawer slide.
PUSH UP (ONE SIDE)
PULL DOWN (OTHER SIDE)
TO REPLACE DRAWERS
Extend the drawer slides from the tool cart.
Insert the brackets on each side of the
drawer into the slots in the tool cart slides,
being careful that they are positioned
properly. Once properly inserted,
completely close the drawer to set the
slides in their proper positions.
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MAINTENANCE
For casters, use high quality bearing
grease (annually/yearly).
Lubricate the slides (twice a year) with
a product like WD40 or other quality
lubricant. This is especially important when
the temperature decreases, as the bearing
can become stiff.
Periodically the drawer fronts, drawer trim,
and other surfaces should be cleaned with
mild detergent and water.
Auto wax will preserve the storage unit’s
luster finish. Apply the wax as you would to
a car. The wax will also help protect the unit
against scratches.
Grease and oil can be removed with most
standard cleaning fluids. For safety, use a
nonflammable cleaning fluid.
SAFETY
WARNING:
Lock the
drawers before moving this product.
The drawers could come open and
make the product unstable and tip,
which may cause personal injury or
product damage.
CAUTION:
The load capacity of
the side handle is 200 lbs.
CAUTION:
The maximum weight
for each drawer should be no more than
100 lbs.
CAUTION:
The maximum
product weight, including contents, should
be no more than 450 lbs.
WARNING:
DO NOT attempt to
lift the tool cart by its side handle, using
chains, ropes or other lifting devices, if
two persons cannot lift it. The side handle
could fail, which may cause personal injury
or damage to the product.
WARNING:
DO NOT stand on
this product or lean on the drawers.
WARNING:
WEAR SAFETY
GLASSES when removing or repositioning
the slides. The tool could slip which may
cause personal injury.
CAUTION:
When moving this
product, do not pull it. Push the product to
prevent personal injury.
CAUTION:
USE THE BRAKES
when not moving this product. This will
prevent the product from rolling, which may
cause personal injury or product damage.
CAUTION:
BE CAREFUL when
opening more than one drawer. The product
may become unstable and tip, which may
cause personal injury or product damage.
WARNING:
DO NOT mount this
product on a truck bed or any other moving
object. This may cause personal injury or
product damage.
CAUTION:
Secure this product
properly before moving it with a forklift.
WARNING:
DO NOT tow with
power equipment. The product could
tip, which may cause personal injury or
product damage.
WARNING:
DO NOT alter this
product in any manner. For example, do not
weld external lockbars or attach electrical
equipment. This may cause product
damage or personal injury.
CAUTION:
Keep this product on
level surfaces. The product may become
unstable and tip if stored or moved on an
uneven surface, which may cause personal
injury or product damage.
WARNING:
DO NOT attach or
mount this product to a vehicle. Mounting
this product to any vehicle in any manner
will void the warranty.
MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY
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NOTES
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NOTES
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SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM
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26" Tool Cart
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
MASTERFORCE®Tool Cabinets and Chests have been manufactured to the
highest standards of quality and workmanship and are warranted to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the lifetime that you
own the product. If any part of the product is found to be defective during normal
use, the defective product or part will be replaced at our discretion. This warranty
does not cover products that are damaged through accident, abuse, misuse,
commercial/industrial applications or neglect. This warranty also does not
cover any losses, injuries or costs including indirect, incidental or consequential
damages. This warranty may not be transferred or sold. When requesting warranty
service please have the model number, cash register receipt and the date of
purchase available when you call. If the product is defective, we will replace
the defective part at no cost to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights, which vary from state to state.
For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts,
call toll free: 1-800-459-4409 (Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, CST)
©2018 Menard, Inc., Eau Claire, WI 54703 01/2019
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