
COMPACT FOLDING
ANIMAL TRAP
94397
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may
differ slightly from the product described herein.
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Specifications
Item Description
Function Catching mice and other small animals
Dimensions Folded: 16-3/8 x 5-3/8 x 10-1/8 inches
Unfolded: 16 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches
Trap opening: 5 (W) x 5-1/8 (H) inches
Handle: 9-7/8 (L) x 8 (dia.) inches
Construction Galvanized iron wire
Weight 1.3 lbs.
Features Spring loaded, quick release door
Collapses for easy storage
Carrying handle
Save This Manual
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assemb ly
instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep
your invoice with this man ual. 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
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this product!
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
2. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed to pla y with this
product.
3. Store idle equipment. When not in use, this product must be stored in a dry
location. Always lock up and keep out of reach of children.
4. Use the right product for the job. Do not attempt to force a small trap to do
the work of a larger industrial type. There are certain applications for which
this trap was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended. Do not modify this product and do not use this product
for a purpose for which it was not intended.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
6. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate
trap when you are tired.
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7. Check for damaged parts. Before using tr ap, an y part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly . Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
8. Do not operate trap if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate
the tool.
Product Specific Safety Precautions
1. After an animal is captured, use care not to allow it to bite you. Wear leather
gloves.
2. Dispose of the captured animal in a humane manor , or as dictated by local
ordinances.
3. Check trap periodically after it is set. It is possible to catch domesticated
animals that should be released.
4. K eep pets aw ay to a v oid inadv ertent capture.
Warning: The warnings, 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 m ust be supplied by the operator.
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure that the Compact F olding Animal Trap is
complete. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor F reight Tools at the
number on the cover of this manual.
Operation
1. Unfold the Animal Trap. Refer to the photos on the next page.
2. Fold do wn the U-Bracket to hold the Animal Trap square.
3. Place the Animal Trap on a flat surface where animals are to be captured.
4. Hold the Trap Door open and place cheese or other food items to attract
animals. Attach the f ood item to the Quick Release Hook inside the T rap .
5. On top of the Trap, carefully hook the Quick Release Hook to the Trap Door
Handle. Make sure it is securely set. Otherwise, the Trap Door will close
prematurely.
6. When the animal grabs the food, and wiggles the Quick Release Hook, the
T rap Door snaps shut, capturing the animal inside.
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Compact Folding
Animal Trap
Quick Release Hook
Trap Door Handle
U-Bracket
Trap Door
Quick Release Hook
Maintenance
1. Wash Animal Trap after use with warm soap and water.
2. Store folded in a clean and dry location.
Note: No replacement parts are availab le.
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