OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HEAVY DUTY TOOL CHESTS
* Product you purchased may vary from picture shown
CALL 1-800-833-4405 FOR SERVICE PARTS. Refer to Service
Parts Drawing for full listing of Service Parts.
LOCATING MODEL # iNFORMATiON
Model numbers and other information required for service parts is
located on a label on the interior right side of the top most drawer.
• The maximum weight for each drawer should be no more than
110 Ibs.
• The maximum product weight for combined models, including
contents, should be no more than 1,500 Ibs.
• For casters, use high quality bearing grease, (yearly).
• Lubricate the slides with grease or equivalent, (twice yearly.)
• Lubricate lock with graphite, (yearly).
• Periodically the drawer fronts, drawer trim, and other surfaces
should be cleaned with a mild detergent and water.
• Auto wax will preserve the unit's luster finish. Apply the wax
as 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.
• If drawer liners are supplied, it is recommended they are used
to protect the finish inside the drawers and to make the drawers
easier to clean. The drawer liners may be cleaned
with soap and water.
DANGER _1_ is used to indicate a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, wil___Jresult in serious injury or death.
WARNING Z_ indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION is used to indicate a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, _ result in minor injury, moderate injury, or property
damage.
CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
DANGER _,
• DO NOT s;candon this product. You may fall or cause product
to tip.
• DO NOT open more than one drawer. The product may be-
come unstable and tip.
• DO NOT step in the drawers. You may fall or cause product to
tip.
• DO NOT mount this product on a truck bed or any other mov-
ing object.
• DO NOT move the product prior to closing and locking all the
drawers and chest lid. The drawers could come open and
make the product unstable and tip.
• DO NOT place any objects on top of chest lid. Remove all
objects from chest lid before opening.
WARNING z_
• WEAR SAFETY GLASSES when removing or repositioning
the slides.
• DO NOT pull the unit, push it when moving.
• USE THE BRAKES when not moving this product. This will
prevent the product from rolling.
• DO NOT alter this product in any manner. For example, do not
weld external Iockbars or attach electrical equipment.
• Keep the product on level surfaces. The product may become
unstable and tip if stored or moved on an uneven surface.
• BE CAREFUL when closing the cover. Remove hands before
the cover closes completely.
CAUTION
• This product is not designed to be directly lifted with a fork lift,
or to be towed with any mechanical devices.
• The maximum weight for each drawer should never be
exceeded.
• Only transport this product empty. Properly secure when
transporting.
• DO NOT exceed maximum product weight, including contents.
See Capacities for more information.
Waterloo Industries, 139 West Forest Hill Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154, USA F1990
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1/2-in. Wrench
Cross4ip Screwdriver
HARDWARE INCLUDED:
CABINET HARDWARE
CHEST HARDWARE
#14 - 10 x 3/4-in. Cross4ip Screw
5/16 - 18 x 3/4-in. Hex Screw
5/16 - 18-in. Hex Locking Nut
CASTER INSTALLATION
Items Needed:
5/16 - 18 x 3/4-in. Hex Screw
1!2-in Wrench
Process:
NOTE: Use adequate personnel for this operation.
NOTE: Failure to install easter angles may result in
premature cabinet failure.
Remove bottom drawer. See "REMOVING DRAWERS".
Place the unit on its top. Use packaging material to
protect the paint finish.
Position caster angles on the cabinet. The notches
should be toward the outside of unit and pointed up.
Attach casters and caster angles using (4) 5/16 - 18 x
3/4-in. hex screws and (4) 5/16 - 18-in. hex locking nuts
for each caster. Mount both swivel casters on the same
side of the cabinet as the side handle.
Wrench tighten all screws. Do not overtighten.
Return the unit to its upright position.
Install bottom drawer. See "INSTALLING DRAWERS".
Notches Caster angles
in back
5/16 - 18 Ball Stud (Qty: 4)
5/16 - 18 Clip-on Nut (Qty: 4)
NOTE: Not aJJassembly instructions wilt relate to your model
SIDE HANDLE ATTACHMENT
Items Needed:
#14 - 10 x 3/4 Cross-tip Screw (Qty: 4)
Cross-tip Screwdriver
Process:
- Attach the side handle using (4) #14 - 10 x 3/4-in. cross-
tip screws.
- Hand tighten. Do not overtighten.
Notches
in front
GAS SPRINGS INSTALLATION
Items Needed:
Gas Springs (Qty: 2)
5/16 - 18 Ball Studs (Qty: 4)
5/16 - 18 Clip-on Nut (Qty: 4)
1!2-in Wrench
Process:
- Install (2) 5/16-18 Ball Studs and (2) 5/16-18 Clip-on Nut
into slot on left and right side of cover. Tighten using 1!2-
in wrench.
5/16- 18
Ball Stud
..............................5/16 - 18
Clip-on Nut
Install (2) 5/16-18 Batt Studs into top tray using (2)
5/16-18 Ctip-on Nut. (Bali Studs should face towards the
middle of the unit.) Tighten using 1!2-in wrench.
5/16 - 18
Clip-on Nut
Lever Style - Lift or lower (depending on the slide) the
release lever on both sides, (this allows the slides to ride
over the stops). Putt out to remove.
)
5/16- 18
Ball Stud
Instatl Gas Spring as shown in image below by pushing
the sockets onto Batt Studs (cylinder side up).
Gas
Spring
Close and open cover to check Gas Springs are properly
installed.
/
Tab Style -Depress the release tabs on both sides,
(this allows the slides to ride over the stops.) Putt out to
remove.
_ iNSTALLiNG DRAWERS
Ba_ bearing slide - Putt slides and slide carrier out to futty
extended position (see illustration.) Hotd the stide on the
cabinet white aligning it with the slide on drawer. Slightly
insert one side and repeat for the other side. Slowly push
drawer to its futty closed position to engage slide. Open
drawer and rectose to ensure proper operation.
Q REMOVING DRAWERS
Empty the drawer.
Fully extend the drawer.
Release
Slide carrier
Slide