Harbor Freight Tools 68784 User Manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and
the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

44" 13 Drawer

Industrial Roller Cabinet

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REV 13k

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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 assembly and service may not be included.

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ITEM 68784

Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

Specifications

Component Size Weight Capacity

Top Shelf 40″ W x 18-1/2″ L 701 lb
Drawer A 36-7/8″ W x 16″ L x 4-3/4″ D 80 lb

Drawer B (x5) 22-3/8″ W x 16″ L x 2-7/8 D 59 lb each

Drawer C 22-3/8″ W x 16″ L x 6″ D 74 lb

Drawer D (x5) 12-5/16″ W x 16″ L x 2-7/8″D 59 lb each

Drawer E 12-5/16″ W x 16″ L x 6″D 74 lb

Side Add-ons

Left Side Item 68785 557 lb

Right Side Item 68991 557 lb

Total Combined Weight Capacity

(Evenly distributed from bottom up.)

2633 lb

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Assembly Precautions

1. Assemble only according to these instructions.
Improper assembly can create hazards.

2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.

3. Keep assembly area clean and well lit.

4. Keep bystanders out of the area during assembly.

Use Precautions

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY AND DEATH FROM TIPPING:

1. DO NOT SIT, STAND OR CLIMB ON THIS ITEM.

2. This product is not a toy nor a toy chest.
Do not allow children to play with or near this item.

3. Do not exceed weight capacities,
evenly distributed from bottom up.
Be aware of dynamic loading!
Sudden load movement may briefly create
excess load causing product failure.

4. Do not open more than one Drawer at once.

5. Do not assemble when tired or when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

6. Weight capacity and other product capabilities apply
to properly and completely assembled product only.

7. Assemble on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface
capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cabinet.

7. Do not lift using handle.
Do not move or lift while loaded.

8. To prevent tipping, move using supplied
handle on Bottom Cabinet only.

9. Lock Swivel Casters after moving.

10. Do not mount on truck bed or
any other moving object.

11. Use as intended only.

5. Empty, close and lock Drawers before moving.

6. Use only on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface
capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cabinet.
Do not roll Cabinet over concrete seams

or other rough/uneven surfaces.

12. Inspect before every use;
do not use if parts are loose or damaged.

13. 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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Assembly Instructions

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.

1. Assemble on a flat, level, hard and smooth surface
capable of safely supporting a fully loaded Cabinet.

2. Attach Side Handle (3) to either side of Cabinet using
Screws (2).

Screw

Side

Handle

Screw

Figure A

3. Attach two Locking Swivel Casters (15) to the same
side as Handle using eight Caster Screw Sets (14).

4. Attach two Fixed Casters (13) to the other
side using eight Caster Screw Sets (14).

Fixed

Caster

Washer

Spring

Washer

Bolt

Figure C

5. Lock the Casters by depressing the brake levers.

6. If using Top Chest (68787), assemble
according to its Owner’s Manual.

Locking

Swivel
Caster

Brake
Lever

Figure B

Washer

Spring

Washer

Bolt

Final Assembly

1. Using an assistant, place EMPTY Top Chest
on top of Bottom Cabinet.

2. WARNING! Make sure the Top Chest is

seated inside the Bottom Cabinet’s edges.

Edge

Top

Chest

Edge

Bottom

Cabinet

Figure D

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Operation Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document
including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

1. Empty all Drawers.

2. Close all Drawers and lock them.

3. Unlock Swivel Casters.

4. To prevent tipping, move using supplied
handle on Bottom Cabinet only.

5. Roll Cabinet to a flat, level, hard and smooth
surface capable of safely supporting a fully
loaded Cabinet. Do not roll Cabinet over concrete

seams or other rough/uneven surfaces.

6. Lock Swivel Casters.

7. Unlock Drawers and fill Cabinet evenly, from
bottom to top. Do not exceed weight capacities.

Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must

be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If any part becomes damaged,
have the problem corrected before further use.

1. PERIODICALLY, inspect the general
condition of the Cabinet. Check for:

• loose hardware,

• misalignment or binding of parts,

• brake operation,

• caster swivel function and movement,

• cracked or broken parts,

• any other condition that may

affect its safe operation.

2. Wipe external surfaces of the
Cabinet with clean cloth.

3. Lubricate Drawer Slides as needed.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR 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.

Parts List and Diagram

Parts List

Part Description Qty

1 Top Shelf Liner 1
2 Screw (M6x55) 2
3 Side Handle 1
4 Drawers B & C Label 6
5 Drawers B & C Handle 6
6 Drawers D & E Label 6
7 Drawers D & E Handle 6
8 Drawer A Label 1
9 Drawer A Handle 1

10 Drawers B & C Liner 6
11 Drawers D & E Liner 6
12 Drawer A Liner 1
13 Ø5″ x 2″ Fixed Caster 2

Part Description Qty

14 Caster Screw Set 16
15 Ø5″ x 2″ Locking Swivel Caster 2
16 Lock 1
17 Key (not shown) 2
18 Latch 1
19 Lock Bar 1
20 Drawer Slide 32

A Drawer 36-7/8″ W x 16″ L x 4-3/4″ D 1
B Drawer 22-3/8″ W x 16″ L x 2-7/8 D 5
C Drawer 22-3/8″ W x 16″ L x 6″ D 1
D Drawer 12-5/16″ W x 16″ L x 2-7/8″D 5
E Drawer 12-5/16″ W x 16″ L x 6″D 1

Record Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record

month and year of purchase instead.

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Note: Some parts are listed and shown for
illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts.

Assembly Diagram

12

1

8

A

B

10

4

C

13

5

7

19

18

16

2

3

9

2

D

11

6

20

E

15

14

9

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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 verifies 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 specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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