Harbor Freight Tools 94386 User Manual

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9” QUICK RELEASE

WOODWORKING VISE

94386

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Jaw Width
Throat Depth
Maximum Jaw Opening
Jaw Hardness
Rear Mounting Hole Dimensions
Overeall Dimension
Net Weight

9 Inches
3 Inches
10-5/16 Inches
25-30 HRC
.435” Diameter x 2 and .420”W x .714”H x 2

6.0”L X 9.0”W X 18.0”H
24 Lbs.

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions,
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

1. KEEP PRODUCT USAGE AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM PRODUCT USAGE AREA. Do not allow children
to handle this product.

3. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not use this
product.

4. USE EYE PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact goggles. Goggles
are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

5. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught
in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becom­ing caught in the moving parts.

6. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

7. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not
operate this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

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8. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts and
any other conditions that may affect its operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn
parts immediately.

9. MAINTAIN PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry, and moving parts
lightly lubricated for better performance. Keep the Handle dry, clean and free from oil,
grease, and solvents.

10. USE THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR THE RIGHT JOB. Do not attempt to force a small
tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications
for which this tool was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate
for which it was intended. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for any
purpose other than which it was intended.

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page 5) are included.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the
cover of this manual as soon as possible.

NOTE: Always mount the vise to a level workbench that is capable of supporting the

weight of the vise and all work-pieces.

NOTE: All parts below refer to the parts listed on page 5 of this manual.

Setting Up The Vise:

1. Use the mounting holes on the Vise Plate (1) as a template. Lift the Vise against
the workbench and, with a pencil, mark the points at which to fasten the Vise to the
workbench. Set the Vise aside.

2. Drill the holes of the appropriate size (where previously marked with a pencil) into the
workbench.
electrical wires or cords are in the drilling path.

3. Carefully set the Vise into place against the workbench with the mounting holes
corresponding to the holes previously drilled through the top of the workbench.

4. Insert hardened steel bolts (not provided), of the appropriate diameter through the Vise
Plate (1) and into the workbench. The length mounting bolts will vary, depending on the
thickness of workbench the Vise it is to be attached to.

Caution:

Before drilling holes, always check to make sure that no hidden

See Figure 1 next page.

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5. From the underside of the workbench, put the appropriate size washers, lock washers
and nuts on the bolts (not provided). Tighten all the nuts, securing the Vise Plate (1) to
the workbench. Be sure the Vise is securely attached to the workbench before working
with the Vise .

Mounting
Holes

Thumb on Quick

Release Lever (4)

Vise Plate (1)

Figure 1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Note: By pushing down on the Quick Release Lever (4), you can release the Jaws so the
Jaws can be easily and quickly slid open or closed.

1. Slide the Jaws (2) open by either turning the Handle (3) or using the Quck Release Lever.
Place the workpiece you are working on inside the Jaws. Tighten the Jaws (2) against the
workpiece by turning the Handle (3) clockwise until your workpiece is held securely.
Caution: Damage could occur if you over-tighten the Handle (3). Avoid marring the
workpiece surface.

2. To remove the object you are working on, turn the Handle (3) counterclockwise
two to three times, opening the Jaws (2). Remove your workpiece.

Vise Plate (1)

Jaw Face

Jaw Face

See Figure 2.

Quick Release

Lever (4)

Note: Jaws have threaded holes
and countersunk screw holes
for attaching wood faces
(not included).

Handle (3)

Figure 2

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PARTS LIST

PART # DESCRIPTION QTY

1
2
3
4
5

Vise Plate
Jaws
Handle
Quick Release Lev er
Lead Screw

1
2
1
1
1

Note: No replacement parts are available for this product.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

Lead Screw

(5)

Part (4)

Part (1)

Part 2

Part 3

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 REPRESENTA TION OR W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND T O 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 ST ATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND P AR TS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDER TAKEN
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 PR ODUCT OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERET O, 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 e very 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 wa rranty does not apply to damage due directly or
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, or to lack of
maintenance. W e shall in no ev ent be liable f or death, injuries to persons or property , or f or 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 abov e limitation of exclusion may not apply to y ou.
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 retur ned to us with transpor tation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint m ust accompan y 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 giv es you specific legal rights and y ou may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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