Harbor Freight Tools 69687 Owner's Manual

Specifications

Load Capacity 500 lb.

Vehicle Hitch Receiver Size 2" - Class III or better hitches

Inside Platform 47" L x 27-5/8" W x 7-1/2" H

Exterior Platform 49-7/8" L x 29-1/2" W x 8-1/2" H

Removable Ramp 41-1/2" L x 27-3/4" W x 1-1/2" H

Overall Dimensions w/ ramp up 50" L x 40-1/2" W x 43-1/2" H

Important Safety Information

Specific Safety Rules

1. Do not ride in vehicle being loaded or unloaded. Load and unload vehicle slowly, according to manual instructions.

2. Do not use if carrier is higher than

12.5” from bottom of ramp.

3. Follow DOT guidelines for use.

4. Do not exceed 500 lb. capacity. Be aware of dynamic loading! Sudden load movement may briefly create excess load causing product failure.

5. Do not exceed 55 MPH while carrier is attached.

6. Remove ramp and secure load before moving.

7. Turn vehicle’s ignition OFF and set parking brake before loading or unloading.

8. Keep ramp clean.

9. This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with or near this item.

10. Use as intended only.

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

12. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during use. Prior to transporting a load make sure the Ramp of the Carrier is in its upright position and locked in place with the Pins and Lock Pins.

13. Both feet of the Carrier’s Ramp must rest flat on a solid, level, and flat surface when loading and unloading an object.

14. Only use the Carrier with a properly installed Class III or better 2 inch hitch receiver capable of supporting the Carrier and its load.

15. 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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General safety

1. Make sure the area in which the Carrier is assembled is clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

2. Keep children and bystanders away while assembling the Carrier.

Carrier use and care

1. Use the correct Carrier for your application. The correct Carrier will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

2. Store the Carrier out of reach of children and do not allow people unfamiliar with the Carrier or these instructions to use the Carrier. Use of carrier by

untrained people may not be safe.

3. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when using the Carrier. Do not use the Carrier while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while using the Carrier may result in serious personal injury.

3. Maintain the Carrier. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Carrier’s operation. If damaged, have the Carrier repaired before use. Many accidents are caused

by poorly maintained equipment.

4. Use this Carrier in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for this particular type of product, taking into account the area conditions and the task to be performed.

Use of this Carrier for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

Have this Carrier serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the Carrier is maintained.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Assembly

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.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to

Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page 11.

1. Set Bed (1) on a flat, secure work area able to support weight of Carrier.

2. Use Small Bolts (12) and Nuts (13) to connect all supports (5-8) to Bed. See Figure 1.

Note: Do not fully tighten Bolts and make sure Supports With Reflector (6) are on the same side.

Figure 1

3. Use the small Bolts and Nuts to connect the U-Brace (2) to the top of the Supports. See Figure 2.

Note: Make sure the ends of the U-Brace face the open side.

4. Use a wrench and/or screwdriver (sold separately) to tighten all Bolts and Nuts until the Carrier Bed frame is secure.

Figure 2

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