Harbor Freight Tools 66187 User Manual
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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ITEM 66187
250 LB. CAPACITY
TRUCK
LADDER RACK
Truck and ladder not included.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
REV 12b
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
Copyright© 2008 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.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for installation and service may not be included.
Email our technical support at: tech@harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Specifications
Important Safety Information
Installation Precautions
Weight Capacity 250 lb.
Arm Width 19″-34″
Rack Height 53″
1. Follow DOT regulations regarding
installation and use.
2. Verify that installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
3. Install only according to these instructions.
Improper installation can create hazards.
4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during installation.
Use Precautions
1. Do not exceed listed weight capacity,
distributed evenly. Be aware of dynamic loading!
Sudden load movement may briefly create
excess load causing product failure.
2. Strap ladder securely to rack.
3. When expanding the Arm (6), leave at
least 2.5″ of the tube in the Frame (1).
4. Use as intended only.
5. Keep installation area clean and well lit.
6. Keep bystanders out of the area during installation.
7. Do not install when tired or when under
the influence of drugs or medication.
8. Weight capacity and other product capabilities apply
to properly and completely installed product only.
5. Inspect before every use; do not use
if parts loose or damaged.
6. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play with or near this item.
7. Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
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Installation
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY DURING INSTALLATION:
Park truck in level, stable location well away from traffic.
Place transmission in park/neutral and set parking brake.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 7.
Blind Fasteners
Blind Fasteners will need to be installed
throughout these instructions.
To assemble Blind Fastener Installation Tool:
1. Slide Flat Washer (B) over Installation Bolt (A).
2. Place a box end wrench over
Unthreaded Installation Nut (C).
A
B
Note: The Unthreaded
Installation Nut (C) is
used only to hold the
Blind Fastener (H) in place
while the Installation Bolt (A)
locks it in place.
3. Place Installation Bolt through Unthreaded
Installation Nut, as shown.
To install a Blind Fastener:
1. WARNING! Verify that installation surface
has no hidden brake lines, wiring, or
other critical components before drilling.
Drill an 11 mm (0.433″) hole in the location
the Blind Fastener will be installed.
2. Thread the Blind Fastener (H) onto the Installation
Bolt (as part of installation tool) by hand until snug.
3. Insert Blind Fastener (as part of installation tool)
so that the flange rests on the lip of the hole.
C
Step 3
Turn this
Bolt
Step 2
H
Hold this
Wrench still
4. Hold wrench attached to Unthreaded Installation Nut
still* while turning Installation Bolt clockwise
with another wrench until Blind Fastener is held
securely in place. When finished, unthread
Installation Bolt from Blind Fastener.
* Holding this Wrench still helps prevent the
Blind Fastener from turning with the Installation Bolt.
REV 12b
Step 4
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