Harbor Freight Tools 95541 Product manual
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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ITEM 95541
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REV 14g
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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.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Rated Load Capacity 900 Pounds
Operation Manual
Safety Brake Type Flip Lever Gear Lock
Base Dimensions 3-1/2” Wide x 4-1/4” Long
Mounting Holes 3/8” Diameter Hole (Qty. 1)
3/8” Side x 5/8” Long Slots (Qty. 3)
3/8” Wide x 1-1/16” Long Slot (Qty. 1)
Strap Type Nylon Webbing
Strap Size 1-7/8” Wide x .042” Thick x 20’ Long
Mounting Strap 2” Wide x 9-1/2” Long
Hook Type “J” Hook / 1-3/4” Wide x 4” Long x 3/8” Thick
Crank Handle 9-1/2” Long (Removable)
Unit Weight 6.5 Pounds
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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
assembling and using this product. Also, wear heavy duty work gloves.
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4. Do not force the Hand Winch. 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 load capacity of the
Hand Winch (900 pounds).
5. Check for any condition that may negatively affect the Hand Winch’s
operation. If damaged, have the Winch repaired or replaced before using. Do
not use damaged products. Tag damaged products “Do not use” until repaired.
6. Prior to using the Hand Winch, make sure to read and understand all
instructions and safety warnings as outlined in the service manual(s) for
the object(s) being winched. Make sure the Hand Winch is capable of safely
winching the object. Make sure the point (vehicle bumper, etc.) at which the
Winch is attached is capable of withstanding the weight of the object.
7. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
8. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Hand Winch. 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 Hand Winch, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions 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.
12. Do not allow children to play with this product. Children should not be
allowed in the work area. This product must always be located out of reach of
children.
13. Do not lift objects vertically. This Hand Winch is designed for horizontal use
only.
14. Do not use inappropriate attachments to extend the length of the Winch’s
Strap.
15. Never lift people or hoist loads over people.
16. Do not apply a load to the Hand Winch when its Strap is fully extended.
Keep at least four full turns of the Strap on the Drum assembly.
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