Harbor Freight Tools 42295 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

Pr essure Washer

Cart

with 10” T i r es

Model

Assembly & Operating Instructions

42295 42295

42295

42295 42295

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Copyright 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools. All Rights Reserved.

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any

manner, shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

MODEL # 42295 PRESSURE WASHER CAR T SPECIFICATIONS

Construction: 12 Gauge Sheet Steel
Wheels: 10” Diam. x 4” - 30psi

All T errain Tread
Hub: 4-1/2” Diameter for 3/4” axle
Axle: 3/4”
Handle: 12”W x 31”H x 7/8”Diameter
Base Dimensions: 19-1/8”L x 12-1/4”W
Overall Dimensions: 30”L x 23-1/2”W x 36-1/2”H
Net W eight: 34 Lbs.

PRODUCT FEA TURES

1. This cart provides a convenient, movable storage and work unit for pressure washers, air
compressors, tool chests and other items.

2. Hold up to 300 Lbs. recommended weight limit. Do not exceed this weight capacity.

3. Strong steel construction promises long service life.

4. Sturdy pneumatic wheels are inflatable, and have built in brass grease ports.

5. Built in hooks and tool hangers simplify storing and using pressure washer wand, hoses and
other tools.

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and cautions, assembly instructions, operating
procedures, maintenance procedures, trouble shooting, parts list, and diagram. Keep your invoice
with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep both this manual
and your invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.

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 A
ND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THATALL 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.

NOTICE
The W arnings, 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.

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SAFETY WARNING & CAUTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Do not use tools in damp, wet,
or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

2. KEEP CHILDREN A W AY . Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them
handle machines, tools, or equipment.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT . When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location to
inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

4. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which
it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool’s
capacities.

5. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was not
intended.

6. DRESS PROPERL Y . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry , as they can be caught in moving
parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. W ear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair .
Always wear appropriate work clothing.

7. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or
across running machines.

8. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools maintained and clean for better and safer
performance.

SPECIAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THIS PRESSURE WASHER CART

1. Wear appropriate work gloves and safety shoes when handling this cart and heavy items.

2. Be careful when handling pressure washers, air compressors, or other tools. Each of these
present their own hazards. Check with the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions when
using these tools and materials.

3. Keep the weight load evenly balanced on the cart. Excessively heavy loads on the top or one
side of the cart may create unstability , with danger of the cart toppling over and possibly
injuring a person or causing property damage.

4. Do not use solvents or flammable materials to clean this cart. A mild detergent in water
will be sufficient. Solvents may damage the wheels or the paint; and possibly create fire hazard.

5. Be careful to avoid burning yourself on the pressure washer compressor or air compressor.

WARNING

Do not overload this cart, recommended weight limit is 300 Lbs.

Do not unbalance the weight load of materials carried on this cart.

When parking this cart, make sure it is on a stable, level surface to prevent rolling.

MAINTENANCE

1. Occasionally lubricate wheel bearings with a few drops of oil.

2. Keep the tires inflated to the pressure shown on the side of the tires (30 psi).

3. Keep the cart wiped down and clean. Do not expose it to prolonged wet or corrosive
conditions.

4. Cover the cart and store it in a dry, protected environment when not in use.

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ASSEMBLY

You will need a small adjustable or several small wrenches and a screwdriver to complete assembly
of this Pressure Washer Cart.

1. Find a suitable assembly area, and arrange the parts and tools required to assemble the Cart.

2. Position one Lower Handle Part (#D) onto an inside edge of the rear of the Main Cart (#A) as
shown in Figure 1.

3. Insert (2) m8 x 40 Bolts (#K) through the Main Cart and the Lower Handle from the outside
inward, as shown. Fasten in place using (2) m8 Flat W ashers (#M) anfd m8 Nuts (#L).

4. Repeat Step 3 to install the remaining Lower Handle Part.

5. Slide one Pneumatic Wheel (#B) onto an axle as shown. Slide an m06 Flat W asher (#P) onto
the axle. Secure the Wheel onto the axle using a Push Nut (#C). Secure the Push Nut onto the
axle by tapping it onto the axle with a soft faced mallet. Do not hammer excessively on the
push nut.

6. Install the other wheel by repeating Step 5.

7. If the Rubber Feet (#G) are not already installed, install them using (2) m8 x 26 Bolts (#N)
and m8 Lock Nuts (#O). Insert a bolt through the recessed side of a rubber foot, then through
a hole drilled in the bracket welded to the underside of the main cart. Secure in place with a
lock nut. Repeat this process to install the second rubber foot.

8. Slide the Main Handle with Plate (#E) over the swaged ends of the lower handle parts. Hold
in place by inserting a Carriage Bolt (#F) through each handle from the inside out, as shown in
the diagram. Be sure the square under-head portion of each bolt fits into the square holes of
the handle. Place an m20 Flat W asher (#J) over the threaded end of each carriage bolt, and
secure in place with the Aluminum Knobs (#F).

PARTS LIST

Part # Description Qty

A Main Cart 1
B Pneumatic Wheel 2
C Push Nut 2
D Lower Handle 2
E Main Handle 1
F Aluminum Knob

w/ Carriage Bolt 2

G Rubber Foot 2
J Flat W asher m20 2

K Bolt m8 x 40 4
L Nut m8 4
M Flat W asher m8 4
N Bolt m8 x 26 2
O Lock Nut m8 2
P Flat W asher m6 2

Figure 1. Parts Diagram

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