Harbor Freight Tools 41311 User Manual

30” Bending Brake

Model 41311

Assembly and Operating Instructions

Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Copyright © 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools®. 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

SPECIFICATIONS

Bending Capacity Bend materials up to 17 gauge steel

make up to 90 degree bends
bends material up to 30 inches wide

Designed for bench top mounting using 3/8” diameter bolts (quantity =4)

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 tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to re-

duce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.

Read all instructions before using this tool!

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use machines or power tools in damp or wet

locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use electrically

powered tools in the presence of ammable gases or liquids.

3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them

handle machines, tools, or extension cords.

4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit

rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

5. Do not force tool. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was in-

tended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool capacity.

6. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do

the work of a larger industrial tool. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was not
intended.

7. 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.

8. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Wear

a full face shield if you are producing metal lings 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.

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10. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. The handles must be kept
clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.

11. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when

you are tired.

12. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, 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 xtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualied technician.

13. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

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 tool if under the inuence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning la-

bels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reexes are impaired while taking

drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

16. The warnings and instructions contained in this instruction manual cannot

cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur when using this
product. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which

cannot be built into this product. These factors must be supplied by the person
operating this piece of equipment.

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Assembly and Operating Instructions

The 30” Bending Brake requires some minor assembly as described below. Please refer to the
parts diagram on page 5 and the part number listing shown below when reading these instruc­tions.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

The Stand (#1) should be secured to a work bench using the mounting holes and 4
bolts (3/8” diameter).

Each Handle Ball (#7) should be attached to the Handle Lever (#6) and the Handle
Levers should be placed into the Handle Sockets (#5). The Handle Levers are not de­signed to be permanently mounted into the Handle Sockets.

To use the Bending Brake, lower the Handle Lever until the Moving Plate is parallel to
the work bench. Position the material to be bent on the Supporting Plate (#2) and the
Moving Plate and properly align with the edge to be bent up against the back edge of
the Supporting Plate.

Place and secure the Pressing Plate (#3) on top of the Supporting Plate with the back
edge of Pressing Plate aligned with back edge of Supporting Plate.

Note: To insure a proper bend, leave a 1/8” gap for 18 gauge material. For thicker ma-

terial, this gap will increase. It is suggested that you bend a scrap piece of material rst

to verify the correct material position. It is also recommended that the material be held
in place with C-clamps or other appropriate holding devices.

Raise the two Handle Levers to bend the material to the desired angle.

WARNING! When using the Bending Brake keep ngers clear of the Supporting Plate

and Moving Plate to avoid personal injury.

8.

When the Bending Brake is not in use, it should be covered and stored in a dry location.

Part Number Listing

Part Description Q’ty

1 Stand 1
2 Supporting Plate 1
3 Pressing Plate 1
4 Moving Plate 1
5 Handle Sockets 2
6 Handle Lever 2
7 Handle Ball 2

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Parts Diagram

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 OF THE 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.

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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence
or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installa­tion, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of in­cidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint

must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either repair or

replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our ex­pense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within
the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • [phone]

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