Harbor Freight Tools 02628 User Manual

CYCLETREE
®
Model 02628
ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(Bicycle’s not included)
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Specifications
Overall Dimensions 30” Square Base-Top of “T” Bar is 66” from the Base Beam Hang Bar Dimensions 36” Height & 17-1/2’ Length per side, 7/8” Diameter Base Post Dimensions 1-3/16” Sq. x 35-1/8” L x 1/16” Thick Center Post Dimensions 1” Sq. x 36” L x 1/16” Thick Casters 7/8” W x 3” Diameter
Save This Manual
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Safety Warnings and Precautions
WARNING: When using the movable bicycle rack, basic safety precautions should al­ways be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this movable bicycle rack!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use Cycletree in damp or wet locations. Don’t expose to rain. K eep w o rk area well lighted. Situate the Cycletree in a “child safe” location. Only use the Cycletree on a flat, level, hard surface.
3. Keep children awa y. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them handle the Cycletree . Do not let children remove or add cycles to the Cycle­tree.
4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, Cycletree must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always keep Cycletree out of reach of children.
5. Use the right tool for the job. There are certain applications for which this product was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this product and do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes and non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
7. Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles during assembly.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times..
9. Maintain this movable bicyc le rac k with care. Keep Cycletree clean for better and safer perf ormance. The handles must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.
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10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not assemb le the Cycle­tree when you are tired.
11. Check for damaged parts. Before using this movable bicycle rack, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Chec k for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that ma y aff ect proper operation. An y part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.
12. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended f or use with this movable bicycle rack. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
13. Do not assemble Cycletree 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 assemble the Cycletree .
14. Maintenance. For y our saf ety, parts replacement or repair should be performed by a qualified technician.
15. Maintain Balance. To obtain the best and safest performance of the Cycletree, be sure that the multiple hanging bicycles are evenly distributed on the Cycletree. Be careful to follow the operation instructions on page 4.
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
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Assembly
Refer to the Assembly Drawing on Page 6.
1. Form a square by facing both of the Base Brackets (#1) tow ard each other, and inserting
both of the Base Channeled Supports (#2) into the Base Brackets (#1), lining up the holes on all four corners.
2. Put each of the Casters (#3) through the holes on the four corners of the base frame you
just constructed, from the bottom, so that the square frame sits on them.
3. Place Strut A (#6) on a top of the threaded caster bolt making sure the end with the most
severe angle faces the middle of the square. Refer to the Assembly Drawing on Page 6. Secure it with a Flat Washer (#4) and Nut (#5).
4. On the opposite corner (diagonal), repeat step three with the other Strut A (#6).
5. On the two remaining corners, repeat the process in step three above, using both of the
Struts B (#8).
6. Set the Base Beam (#7) over the holes on the center of each of the Base Brackets (#1)
and secure it by putting a Bolt (#13) in from the top, and attaching a Flat W asher (#14) and
Nut (#15) from the bottom, on both sides. Make sure that the square receptacle on the Base Beam (#7) faces up.
7. Slide the Base Post (#9A) through the flexible opening made by the top of the four Struts
and insert it into the square receptacle on the Base Beam (#7).
8. Line up the top of all four Struts with the two connection holes on the Base P ost (#9A) and
secure both Struts A (#6) with a Bolt (#13), Flat Washer (#14) and Nut (#15). Next, secure both Struts B (#8) with a Bolt (#13), Flat Washer (#14) and Nut (#15).
9. Insert the Center Post (#10A) into the Base P ost (#9A) and secure it with 2 Bolts (#13A),
2 Flat Washers (#14A) and 2 Nuts (#15A). The Center Post (#10A) has various holes for height adjustment.
10. Slide the Plastic Covered “T” Bar (#12A) onto the top of the Center Post (#10A) and
secure it with 2 Bolts (#13A), 2 Flat Washers (#14A) and 2 Nuts (#15A).
Operation
Warning: Hanging and dismounting of bicycles should onl y be done by adults who are physically capable of safely handling and lifting the weight of a bicycle. Hanging Bicycles
Hang one bicycle by threading the front wheel spokes through the plasic covered “T” Bar, the next bicycle must be hung the same way, but facing the opposite direction, (see photos to the right and on front cover) continue the same procedure making sure that all the contigious bicycles hang opposite to each other. It is recommended that two people assist in hanging the bicycles to maintain the balance and stability of the Cycletree. Dismounting Bicycles Before lifting the front wheel off the Plastic Covered “T” Bar (#12A), place a firm grip on the bicycle frame, just behind the front fork, making sure that the bicycle does not sway the wrong way, and carefully remove the bicycle from the Cycletree. Maintain balance to obtain the best and safest performance of the Cycletree. Be sure that the multiple hanging bicycles are evenly distributed on the Cycletree.
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REV 12/03; REV 12/06
Maintenance
1. Periodically check that the hardware is tight. Tighten if necessary.
Parts List
Pa rt No. Description Qt y. 1 Base Bracket 2
2
3 Castor 3" 4 4 Flat W asher Ø10 4 5 Nut M10 4 6 Strut A 2 7 Base Beam 2 8 Strut B 2 9A Base Post 1 10A Center Post 1 12A Plastic Covered T-Bar 1 13 Bolt M6 4 13A Bolt M8 4 14 Flat W asher Ø6 4 14A Flat W asher Ø8 4 15 Nut M6 4 15A Nut M8 4
Base Channeled Supports 2
THE MANUF ACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUT OR HAS PRO VIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBU­TOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTA TION OR W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THA T HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REP AIRS AND P AR TS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NO T 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 THERET O.
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
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REV 12/03; 12/06
Assembly Drawing
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REV 12/03; 12/06
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