Harbor Freight Tools Work Light 46766 User Manual

FOLDABLE SHOP CRANE  
2 TON  
46766  
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
®
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.  
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Copyright 2002 by Harbor FreightTools . All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any  
artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written  
consent of Harbor Freight Tools.  
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.  
REV 05/05  
 
Safety Warnings (cont’d)  
7. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.  
Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear are recommended when working.  
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.  
8. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Wear a full face shield  
if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when  
working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists.  
9. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across running  
machines.  
10. Maintain products with care. Keep products clean for better and safer performance. Follow  
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.  
11. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from  
the tool or machine work surface before operating.  
12. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.  
13. Check for damaged parts. Before using any product, any part that appears damaged should be  
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for  
alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other condition  
that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a  
qualified technician.  
14. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of  
any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved  
accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.  
15. Do not operate product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on  
prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any  
doubt, do not operate the tool.  
16. Maintenance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified  
technician.  
17. Do not exceed the products 4,000 Lb. maximum capacity. Exceeding the maximum capacity may  
cause damage to the product and may result in serious harm or injury.  
18. Make certain to place the Shop Crane on a flat, sturdy and level surface that is capable of  
supporting the weight of the Shop Crane and a 4,000 Lb. Load.  
Warning: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.  
Assembly  
Your Foldable Shop Crane will require complete assembly as described in the following steps. To assist you  
with assembly and operation please refer to the Operational Figures as well as the Assembly Diagram and  
Parts List located on the last pages of this manual.  
Warning:  
Due to the weight of the Shop Crane, assistance during assembly is recommended.  
Step 1)  
Line up the holes in each mid size Caster Wheel (5) with the holes on the Base (4). One mid  
size Caster Wheel (5) is to be attached to each side of the Base (4). For each mid size Caster  
Wheel (5), slide four (4) Bolts (28) up through a Spring Washer (7) and into Base (4).  
REV 11/02; 05/05  
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Line up the holes in each Small Caster (1) with the holes on the Base (4). One Small Caster  
(1) is to be attached to each side of the Base (4). For each Small Caster (1), slide four (4)  
Bolts (27) up through a Spring Washer (7), and through Washer (6) and into Base (4).  
Step 2)  
Slide each Leg (8 & 25) into each of the two slots on top of the Base (4). Insert two Pins (3)  
through the Base (4) at the junction of each Leg (8 and 25). Attach a Hitch Pin (24) through  
each of the four (4) Pins (3) to secure together - see Figure 1.  
Base (4)  
Make certain to set up the Crane  
on a flat, stable, level surface.  
Hitch Pin (24)  
Leg (25)  
Pin (3)  
Leg (8)  
Figure 1-Leg into Base  
Step 3)  
With the assistance of another person, attach the Support Post (10) to the Base (4). Insert  
both Bolts (9) down through the bottom bracket of the Support Post (10). Slide on Washers  
(32), and slide on Spring Washers (33). Tighten Nuts (18) - see Figure 2.  
Grip (36)  
Caution: Be aware of dynamic  
loading! A sudden start or jerk of  
Support Post (10)  
the chain and hook may create for  
a brief instant, an excess load,  
which may result in damage to the  
(27)  
product and/or personal injury.  
(4)  
Washers (32)  
Spring Washer (33)  
Nuts (18)  
Figure 2-Support Post to Base  
Step 4)  
Attach both of the Supports (11) to the Base (4), one at each end. For each Support, insert a  
Bolt (12) through the hole in the bottom of the Support (11), and through the Base (4). Slide  
on Washers (34), Spring Washers (35) and tighten on Nut (2) - see Figure 3 on following  
page. Line up the holes at the top of the Support (11) with the second hole down on the  
Support Post (10). Attach Supports (11) to the Support Post with Bolt (12). Slide on Washer  
(34) and Spring Washer (35). Tighten on Nut (2).  
REV 11/02; 05/05  
Sku 46766  
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Figure 3-Supports to Support Post  
Nut (2)  
Bolt (12)  
Washer (34),  
Spring Washer (35)  
Supports (11)  
Support Post (10)  
Nut (2)  
Washer (34),  
Spring Washer (35)  
Bolt (12)  
Step 5)  
Step 6)  
Attach the Handle Grip (36) to the Support Post (10). Slide a Washer (6) and a Spring  
Washer (7) onto each of four Bolts (27). Insert the Bolt (27) and Washers (6 and 7) through  
Handle Grip (36) and tighten to Support Post (10) - see Figure 2.  
Attach the Hydraulic Ram (21) to the bracket located toward the bottom of the Support Post  
(10) - see Figure 4B below. Insert Bolt (17), then slide on Washer (32) and Spring Washer  
(33). Tighten on Nut (18). Lean the Hydraulic Ram (21) against the Support Post (10) while  
installing the Boom (13) in next step.  
Step 7)  
Set the Boom (13) onto the top of the Support Post (10). Insert Bolt (14) through the holes,  
then slide on Washer (30) and Spring Washer (31). Tighten on Nut (26) - see Figure 4A.  
Washers  
Bolt (22)  
(32,33)  
Nut (18)  
Boom (13)  
Nut (26)  
Support  
Bolt (14)  
Post (10)  
Nut (18)  
Washers (32 & 33)  
Support Post (10)  
Bolt (17)  
Washers  
(32,33)  
Hydraulic  
Ram (21)  
Figure 4A -Assembling the Boom  
Figure 4B-Attaching the Hydraulic Ram  
REV 11/02; 05/05  
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Step 8)  
Step 9)  
Attach the Hydraulic Ram (21) to the fork near the center of the Boom (13) with Bolt (22),  
Washer (32) and Spring Washer (33). Tighten into place with Nut (18) - see Figure 4B on the  
previous page.  
Slide the Boom Extension (16) into the Boom (13). Note that there are different settings for  
the load. Secure the Boom Extension (16) at the setting which exceeds the load you will be  
lifting. Insert Bolt (29), Washer (32) and Spring Washer (33) and secure with Nut (18) - see  
Figure 5.  
Washers (32,33)  
Nut (18)  
Boom (13)  
Bolt (29)  
Boom Extension (16)  
Figure 5-Assembling the Boom Extension  
Step 10)  
Attach the Hook (19a) around the end of the Boom Extension (16) using Bolt (20). Insert Bolt  
(20) through one side of the Hook, through the Boom Extension (16), and out the other side  
of the Hook (19a). Slide on Washer (34) and Spring Washer (35). Tighten in place with Nut  
(2) - see Figure 6.  
Nut (2)  
Boom Extension (16)  
WARNING:  
Never stand under an object that is being  
Washers (34 & 35)  
lifted by the Shop Crane. Be aware of the  
possibility of a load slipping off of the Hook.  
An item that falls from the Crane can cause  
serious injury.  
Hook (19a)  
Bolt (20)  
safety latch  
Figure 6-Attaching the Hook  
Step 11)  
Step 1)  
Insert the Jack Handle (23) into the socket on the Hydraulic Ram (21).  
Operation  
Set the Boom Extension (16) to a weight limit setting that exceeds the weight you will be  
lifting. Do not exceed the Maximum 2 Ton weight capacity. Insert Bolt (29), Washer (32) and  
Spring Washer (33) and secure with Nut (18) - see Figure 5.  
Step 2)  
Step 3)  
Test the operation of the Shop Crane prior to lifting the load. Make certain that pumping the  
Handle will raise a load. Verify that all hardware is tight and in good working order.  
Move the Crane so that the Hook (19) is directly above the item to be lifted. Make certain that  
the safety latch on the Hook (19) fully closes. Securely attach the Hook (19) to the item.  
Load must be secure in the Hook (19) with the safety latch fully closed. Make certain that the  
load is sustained with chains or slings before using the Crane to lift it.  
REV 05/05; 09/07  
Sku 46766  
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Operation (contd)  
CAUTION!  
Limit movement of the Shop Crane when under load. Always lower the load as low as possible to reduce  
the center of gravity.  
Crane can tip over.  
DANGER! If the load is not lowered and is allowed to swing freely, the Shop  
Step 4)  
To raise the Boom (13), turn the Hydraulic Ram’s release valve fully clockwise. Pump the  
Handle (23) up and down repeatedly until the item is lifted to the desired height.  
Step 5)  
To lower the Crane, slowly turn the release valve counterclockwise.  
Folding the Shop Crane  
Step 1)  
Step 2)  
Step 3)  
Step 4)  
Lower the Crane all the way.  
Remove the front two Pins (3). Leave rear Pins (3) in place.  
Raise the Legs (8 & 25) until they rest against the Support Post (10).  
Set the loose Pins (3) into the middle hole in the Base.  
Note: When folded up, the Shop Crane can be rolled on the 2 small Casters and 2 mid size Casters.  
Troubleshooting Tips  
PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
Hydraulic Ram will not lift load  
Release valve not closed. Turn valve clockwise.  
Check Hydraulic fluid level  
Pump seal and backup ring defective. Have serviced by  
a qualified technician.  
Will not hold load/ Handle rises  
Will not lift to its full height  
Discharge ball is not sealing hydraulic system.  
Hydraulic fluid may be dirty.  
Open Release Valve and then pump the Handle.  
Flush system.  
Bleeding Instructions:  
Check Hydraulic fluid level.  
Air in Hydraulic system. Open Release valve, pump  
handle four full strokes to release air.  
Top off with Hydraulic Fluid. Close the oil fill cap. Close  
Release Valve.  
Will not lower completely  
Return Spring broken or linkages binding. Grease pivot  
shaft; oil all linkages.  
Have qualified technician replace Return Spring  
Bleeding Instructions:  
Feels spongy; will not lift smoothly  
Check Hydraulic fluid level.  
Air in Hydraulic system. Open Release valve, pump  
handle four full strokes to release air.  
Top off with Hydraulic Fluid. Close the oil fill cap. Close  
Release Valve.  
REV 11/02; 04/03  
Sku 46766  
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.  
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Unpacking  
When unpacking your 2 Ton Foldable Shop Crane, check to make sure the following parts are included. If any  
parts are missing or broken, please call HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS at 1-800-444-3353.  
Parts List  
Part  
1
Description  
Small Caster - 2.36” Dia.  
Nut M14  
Qty Part  
Description  
20 Bolt M14 x 3.34"  
21 Hydraulic Ram  
Qty  
1
2
4
2
1
3
Pin  
4
22 Bolt M16 x 3.34" (8.8 Grade)  
23 Jack Handle  
1
4
Base  
1
1
5
Mid Size Caster - 3.54” Dia.  
Washer  
4
24 Hitch Pin  
4
6
12  
28  
1
25 Left Leg  
1
7
Spring Washer  
Right Leg  
26 Nut M 18  
1
8
27 Bolt M8 x .59"  
28 Bolt M8 x .78"  
29 Bolt M16 x 3.34"  
30 Washer M18  
12  
16  
1
9
Bolt M16 x 3.74"  
2
10 Support Post  
11 Support  
1
2
1
12 Bolt M 14 x 4.13"  
13 Boom  
3
31 Spring Washer M18  
32 Washer M16  
1
1
5
14 Bolt M18 x 4.13"  
15  
1
33 Spring Washer M16  
34 Washer M14  
5
-unused-  
4
16 Boom Extension  
1
1
5
1
35 Spring Washer M14  
36 Handle Grip  
4
17 Bolt M16 x 3.74" (8.8 Grade)  
18 Nut M16  
1
37  
-unused-  
19a Hook  
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as  
replacement parts.  
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY  
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS  
MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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 OFTHE 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.  
REV 11/02; 05/05  
Sku 46766  
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Parts/Assembly Diagram  
Make certain to set up the Crane on  
a flat, stable, level surface.  
REV 11/02; 05/05  
Sku 46766  
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