Harbor Freight Tools 95408 User Manual

®

PINTLE HOOK

5 TON CAPACITY

Model 95408

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Copyright 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

©

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Product
Compatibility
Maximum
Weight Capacity
Material Forged Alloy Steel / Alloy Steel Fasteners
Dimensions 6” Horizontal Length (Front to Back) / 5-7/8” Highest Point
Mounting
Surface
Net Weight 8.3 Pounds

For Use With:
Harbor Freight Tools Model 95407 Pintle Mount (Sold Separately)
5 Tons (10,000 Lbs.)

3-1/4” x 4-1/2”

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 UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions detailed in this manual may

result in serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas invite
accidents.

2. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
tools and equipment. Do not assemble or use this product while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating tools and equipment may result in serious personal injury.

3. Wear eye protection. Wear ANSI-approved safety impact goggles when

asembling this product.

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4. Do not force the Pintle Hook. Use the correct product for your application.
The correct product will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed. NEVER attempt to exceed the maximum weight capacity of the

Pintle Hook (5 Tons).

5. Check for any condition that may negatively affect the Pintle Hook’s
operation. If damaged, have the Hook replaced before using. Do not use

damaged products. Tag damaged products “Do not use” until repaired.

6. This Pintle Hook is designed for use

95407 Pintle Mount.

7. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.

8. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Pintle Hook. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace­ment.

9. Use the right product for the job. There are certain applications for which this
product was designed. Do not use small products to do the work of larger indus­trial products. Do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not in­tended.

10. Product service must be performed only by qualified service technician.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in

a risk of injury.

11. When servicing the Pintle Hook, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions in the
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions

may create a risk of personal injury.

“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”

only

with Harbor Freight Tool’s Model

section of this

12. Do not allow children to play with this product.

13. Prior to using this product, make sure to read and understand all instruc-

tions and safety precautions as outlined in the service manuals for the
towing vehicle and trailer (or object) being towed. Make sure the towing

vehicle is capable of towing the trailer and its payload. Make sure the hitch
receiver on the towing vehicle is capable of towing the trailer and its payload.
The towing capacity of the hitch receiver is typically stamped on the receiver.

14. WARNING! The Bolts, Lock Washers, and Nuts (not included) used to

mount the Pintle Hook to the Pintle Mount (not included) MUST be rated a
minimum Grade #8 hardness. Do not attempt to use lesser grade mounting
hardware.

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15. WARNING! The warnings and cautions discussed in this 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 must be supplied by the operator.

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown in the Parts List on page 6
are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the front cover of this manual as soon as possible.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

To Attach The Pintle Hook To A Pintle Mount:

1. NOTE: The Pintle Hook is designed

only

for use with the Harbor Freight Tools

Model 95407 Pintle Mount (sold separately). (See Figure A.)

2. The Pintle Mount is designed to allow for adjusting the height of the mounted
Pintle Hook. To adjust the height, align the four mounting holes in the Pintle
Hook with either the four top mounting holes in the Pintle Mount or the four
bottom holes in the Pintle Mount. (See Figure A.)

3. Once the height of the Pintle Hook is determined, secure the Pintle Hook to the
Pintle Mount, using the four Grade #8 Bolts, four Lock Washers, and four Nuts
provided with the Pintle Mount. CAUTION: Make sure the four Nuts are

firmly

tightened onto the four Bolts. (See Figure A.)

WARNING!

THE FOUR BOLTS, LOCK WASHERS, AND NUTS

MOUNTING

HOLES

MODEL 95407

PINTLE MOUNT

(NOT INCLUDED)

FOR HIGHER MOUNTING

OF PINTLE HOOK

USED TO ATTACH THE PINTLE HOOK TO THE PINTLE MOUNT

MUST BE RATED A MINIMUM GRADE #8.

FIGURE A

END VIEW

FOR LOWER MOUNTING

OF PINTLE HOOK

MODEL 95407

PINTLE MOUNT

(NOT INCLUDED)

BOLTS, LOCK WASHERS, NUTS

VEHICLE HITCH RECEIVER

SIDE VIEW

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To Attach The Pintle Mount And Pintle Hook To A Vehicle’s Hitch Receiver:

1. Insert the Pintle Mount into a 2” x 2” vehicle hitch receiver (not included).

(See Figure A.)

2. Align the hitch pin hole in the Pintle Mount with the hitch pin hole in the vehicle
hitch receiver. (See Figure A.)

3. Secure the Pintle Mount and Pintle Hook to the vehicle hitch receiver by inserting
a hitch pin (not included) through the hitch pin holes of the Pintle Mount and
vehicle hitch receiver. Then, insert a safety pin (not included) through the open­ing in the hitch pin. (See Figure A.)

OPERATNG INSTRUCTIONS

1. Open the Latch (1) by removing the Safety Pin (2) and Lifting Lock (3).

(See Figure B.)

2. Position the trailer’s drawbar eye (not included) over the Horn (4) of the Pintle
Hook and lower into place. (See Figure B.)

3. Push the Latch (1) closed, lower the Lifting Lock (3) and insert the Safety Pin
(2). (See Figure B.)

SAFETY PIN (2)

LATCH (1)

HORN (4)

LIFTING LOCK (3)

FIGURE B

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

1. CAUTION! Make sure to wear ANSI-approved safety impact goggles be­fore performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning of the Pintle Hook.

2. Before each use: Inspect the general condition of the Pintle Hook. Check for

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damaged or loose parts, and any other condition that may affect this product’s
safe operation. If a problem occurs, have the problem corrected before further
use. Do not use damaged equipment.

3. To clean: Use a clean, soft, damp cloth, and mild detergent. Do not use sol-
vents.

4. CAUTION! All maintenance, service, and repairs not discussed in this
manual should only be performed by a qualified service technician.

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 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 RISKS 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 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

Part # Description Qty.

1 Latch 1
2 Safety Pin 1
3 Lifting Lock 1
4 Horn 1

3

2

1

4

Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,

and are not available individually as replacement parts.

NOTE:

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WARRANTY

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 ninety 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, 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.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • [phone]

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