Harbor Freight Tools 94564 User Manual
TRAILER
MODEL 94564
4’ x 8’
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This trailer’s Hitch Coupler MUST be properly secured to the hitch ball of the towing vehicle. After assembly and
attachment, pull up and down on the Hitch Coupler to make sure the hitch ball is tting snugly in the Hitch Coupler.
There must be no play between the hitch ball and Hitch Coupler. If there is play, tighten the Adjustment Nut
until no play is present. If the Adjustment Nut is too tight, the Handle will not lock. Carefully read and follow the
complete instructions in this manual BEFORE setup or use.
If the Coupler is not secured properly, the ball could come loose while the trailer is in motion, possibly causing property damage, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, or DEATH.
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the
express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Manual Revised 07f
CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 3
UNPACKING ............................................................................................ 3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES .................................................................... 3
Work Area ..............................................................................................................3
Equipment Use and Care......................................................................................4
Service ...................................................................................................................5
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ..................... 5
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................. 7
Phase 1: .................................................................................................................7
Phase 2: .................................................................................................................8
Phase 3: .................................................................................................................9
Phase 4: .................................................................................................................9
Phase 5: ................................................................................................................10
Phase 6: ................................................................................................................10
Phase 8: ................................................................................................................13
Phase 9: ................................................................................................................14
Phase 10: ..............................................................................................................16
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 17
TIRE INFORMATION .............................................................................. 18
Tire Terminology Glossary ..................................................................................18
Tire Markings ........................................................................................................20
Tire Ination and Load Limit ...............................................................................21
TIRE CARE ............................................................................................. 22
Checking Tire Pressure .......................................................................................22
Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure ......................................................22
Tire Size ................................................................................................................23
Tire Tread ..............................................................................................................23
Tire Rotation .........................................................................................................23
Tire Balance and Alignment ................................................................................23
Tire Repair ............................................................................................................23
VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT ........................................................................... 24
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit .........................................................24
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING ................................ 25
PARTS LISTS & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ............................................... 26
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ............................................................... 27
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SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Load Capacity 1,740 Pounds
Bed Dimensions 4 Feet Wide x 8 Feet Deep
Required Hitch Ball Size (not included) 2”
Wheel Rim Diameter & Width 12” Diameter x 4” Wide
Tire Size & Type 5.30 – 12 / 6 P.R. / Load Range Rating C
Wheel Lug Nut Quantity
& Torque Requirement
Required Tire Air Pressure 80 PSI Per Tire Maximum (Cold)
Stop & Tail Light Type #1157 VDC (Clear)
Side Running Light Type #1895 VDC (Amber)
Ground Clearance 15-1/4” @ “Tongue / 17-1/2” @ Rear / 9-3/4” @ Axle
Overall Dimensions 139-1/4” Long x 62-1/4” Wide @ Fenders
Unit Weight (Empty) Approximately 330 Pounds
5 Per Rim
85 to 90 Ft./Lbs.
25-1/2” High @ Top of Fenders
20-1/2” @ Deck Surface
UNPACKING
When unpacking, make sure all the parts and hardware shown on the Parts List/
Hardware List (page 19) are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Har-
bor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Read and adhere to the following instructions. Failure to read and obey all of the
following instructions COMPLETELY will void the warranty and can result in dam-
age to the Trailer, property damage, or SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Work Area
1.
2.
Keep work area clean and dry. Cluttered, damp, or wet work areas invite injuries.
Keep children away from work area. Do not allow children to play in, climb on or
ride in this product.
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3.
Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools and equipment should be stored in
a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and keep out of
reach of children.
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1.
Do not use this product if under the inuence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning
labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reexes are impaired while
taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this product.
Use eye protection. Wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles when assem-
bling this product. ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles are available from
Harbor Freight Tools.
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 becom-
ing caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above
elbows.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent tripping,
falling, back injury, etc.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not use
this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.
Equipment Use and Care
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 the operation of this product. Replace or repair
damaged or worn parts immediately.
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5.
Replacement parts and accessories: When servicing, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Approved
accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
Maintain this product with care. Keep this product clean and dry for better and
safer performance.
Maintenance: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualied technician.
Use the right equipment for the job. Do not attempt to force small equipment to do
the work of larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which
this product was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the capacity
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.
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Service
1.
2.
Equipment service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing equipment, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc-
tions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, and Cleaning” section of this manual. Use
of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk
of personal injury.
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1.
2.
3.
4.
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, do not exceed the Trailer’s maxi-
mum weight capacity of 1,740 pounds (evenly distributed).
Before each use, always examine the Trailer for proper Tire air pressure (maximum
pressure is 80 PSI cold), damaged tail lights, damaged side running lights, loose
bolts and nuts, structural cracks and bends, and any other condition that may affect
its safe operation. Do not use the Trailer even if minor damage appears.
Never allow adults, children, or pets to ride in or play on the Trailer.
Before each use, always attach the Safety Chain of the Trailer to the towing vehicle.
Make sure the Safety Chain is attached to the towing vehicle with the same length
for each side. Do not allow the Safety Chain to drag on the ground.
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10.
Always check to make sure the payload being transported is properly and safely
secured in the Trailer. Load the Trailer evenly from side to side with 60% of the
load forward of the Axle.
Prior to using the Trailer, make sure to read and understand all instructions and
safety precautions as outlined in the owner’s manual for the towing vehicle. Make
sure the towing vehicle is capable of towing the Trailer and its payload. Make sure
the hitch on the towing vehicle is capable of towing the Trailer and its payload. The
towing capacity of the hitch is typically stamped on the hitch drawbar.
Make sure the Coupler and the vehicle’s ball hitch (not included) are of equal mat-
ing size (2”) and are rated equal to or greater than the weight of the Trailer and its
payload.
Do not exceed 45 miles per hour when towing the Trailer. Excess speed is a major
cause of vehicle-trailer accidents.
The Tail Light Bulbs supplied with this Trailer are for a 12 volt DC electrical system
only. Do not attempt to power the Light Bulbs with any other type or voltage elec-
trical current.
Whenever possible, park the Trailer on a at, level, paved, surface and chock both
Tires to keep the Trailer from accidently moving.
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11.
CAUTION! Care must be taken when backing up the Trailer. Only back up
the Trailer on a straight path. If the Trailer is allowed to turn off the straight path
while backing up, the Trailer could jackknife, causing severe damage to the Trailer
and towing vehicle.
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Maintain labels and nameplates on the Trailer. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Reporting safety defects: If you believe your Trailer has a defect which could cause
a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National
Highway Trafc Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer, Changzhou Nanxiashu Tool Company. If NHTSA receives similar complaints,
it may open an investigation, and if it nds that a safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA can not
become involved in individual problems between you, Harbor Freight Tools, or the
manufacturer. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline tollfree at 1-800-424-9393 or 202-366-0123 or write NHTSA, U.S. Department, 400
7th Street SW, NSA-11, Washington, D.C. 20590.
Trailer licensing notice: Some states may consider this Trailer a vehicle requiring
registration, licensing, and titling. Check with your State Department of Motor Vehicles for information and guidance on registering, licensing, and titling the Trailer.
WARNING: The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator
must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built
into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
16.
This Trailer must be securely connected to the towing vehicle before
loading.
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Phase 1:
FRONT END OF
FIGURE A
Parts Needed
Part # Description Qty.
1FL Front Left Side Rail 1
1FR Front Right Side Rail 1
2A Cross Member 1
2B Cross Member 2
A M10 x 20 Bolt 8
I M10 Nylon Nut 8
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Lay out the Front Left Side Rail (1FL), Front Right Side Rail (1FR), one Cross Member (2A), and two Cross Members (2B). Assemble these parts, using the M10 x 20
Bolts (A) and M10 Nylon Nuts (I). (See Figure A.)
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Phase 2:
FIGURE B
2B
2B
2A
Parts Needed
Part # Description Qty.
3L Left Connecting Rail 1
3R Right Connecting Rail 1
4 Angle Iron 2
5 T-Plate 1
6 Coupler Base 1
9 L-Latch 2
A M10 x 20 Bolt 8
B M10 x 25 Bolt 6
F M14 x 30 Bolt 2
I M10 Nylon Nut 14
J M14 Nylon Nut 2
R 3mm R-Pin 2
1.
2.
Attach an Angle Iron (4) to the Front Left and Front Right Side Rails (1FL, 1FR) and
Cross Member (2B), using the M10 x 20 Bolts (A) and M10 Nylon Nuts (I).
(See Figure B.)
Attach the Left and Right Connecting Rails (3L, 3R) to the Cross Member (2B), using the L-Latch (9) and 3mm R-Pin (R). Then attach the Left and Right Connecting
Rails to the Angle Irons (4), using the M14 x 30 Bolts (F) and M14 Nylon Nuts (J).
(See Figure B.)
3.
Attach the Coupler Base (6) to the Left and Right Connecting Rails (3L, 3R), using
the M10 x 25 Bolts (B) and M10 Nylon Nuts (I). Then attach the T-Plate (5) under
the Left and Right Connecting Rails, using the M10 x 25 Bolts (B) and M10 Nylon
Nuts (I). (See Figure B.)
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Phase 3:
FIGURE C
Parts Needed
Part # Description Qty.
1RL Rear Left Side Rail 1
1RR Rear Right Side Rail 1
2B Cross Member 3
A M10 x 20 Bolt 10
I M10 Nylon Nut 10
Parts Needed
Part # Description Qty.
A M10 x 20 Bolt 2
I M10 Nylon Nut 2
FIGURE D
1.
Lay out the Rear Left Side Rail (1RL), Rear Right Side Rail (1RR), and three Cross
Members (2B). (See Figure C.)
2.
Assemble the Rear Left Side Rail (1RL), Rear Right Side Rail (1RR), and three
Cross Members (2B), using the M10 x 20 Bolts (A) and M10 Nylon Nuts (I).
(See Figure C.)
Phase 4:
Assemble the front portion and rear portion, using the M10 x 20 Bolts (A) and
M10 Nylon Nuts (I). (See Figure D.)
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