Harbor Freight Tools 95987 User Manual

BLIND HOLE

Model

95987

®

BEARING PULLER SET

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ AND UNDERSTAND

ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Copyright© 2007 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.

For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SPECIFICATIONS

Material Construction Low & medium carbon steel. ANSI 1010 / ANSI 1040-1050

Finish Chrome steel Slide Hammer, Black-oxide Pullers

Slide Hammer Weight 3 lb. with Handle, 1.95 lb. without Handle

3/8” ~ 1/2” (1-1/2 MAX. Bearing Depth/ 3/4” Hex Drive)

Collet size, and Bearing Depth

Net Weight 7.65 lb.

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. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram, or write month and year of purchase if product has
no serial number. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future
reference.

9/16” ~ 11/16” (1-3/4” MAX. Bearing Depth/ 3/4” Hex Drive)
5/8” ~ 1” (1-3/4” MAX. Bearing Depth/ 3/4” Hex Drive)
1” ~ 1-1/4” (2” MAX. Bearing Depth/1” Hex Drive)

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GENERAL AND SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in

serious injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

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

accidents.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while working with this Bearing
Puller. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area.

Provide barriers or shields as needed.

PERSONAL SAFETY

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

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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control in unexpected situations.

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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Nonskid safety shoes must
be used for appropriate conditions. Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
heavy duty work gloves, and a hard hat when using or performing maintenance on
this tool.

Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do not force
the tool and do not use the tool for a purpose for which it is not intended.

Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. This
Bearing Puller has a heavy Slide Hammer and can be dangerous in the hands of
untrained users. Never allow children to come in contact with this product.

Maintain tools with care. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do
not use” until repaired.

Check for misalignment or binding the Slide Hammer, breakage or cracking of
parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the Bearing Puller serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
Bearing Puller. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become haz-

ardous when used on another tool.

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Make sure the engine you are working on is secure. If the engine is away from
the vehicle, make sure it is securely stabilized before you begin to work.

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

Maintain a safe working environment. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace.

Be safe at all times. Keep fingers and hands out of the path of the Slide Hammer.
Wear work gloves.

SERVICE

When servicing a tool, 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 injury.

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UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. 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.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to

the Assembly Diagram on page 8 of this manual.

NOTE: This Bearing Puller comes mostly assembled. The only additional assembly needed

is threading one of the four Attachments onto the end the Slide Hammer. See Fig-

ure 1

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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NOTE: To open or close the Attachment Clamps, grasp the Attachment head firmly and

After threading the proper Attachment (3, 4, 5 or 6) onto the end of the Slide Ham-

mer (1) make sure the clamps of the Attachment are completely closed.

twist the Handle (2) of the Slide Hammer (1). Clockwise motion will open the clamps,

while counterclockwise motion will close them.

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Insert the Attachment head into the inner diameter of the bearing as shown in

Figure 2

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Grasp the Attachment head while turning the Handle (2) clockwise until the Attach-

ment clamps open and are are snug against the bearing lining.

Firmly grasp the Slide Hammer (1) and Handle (2) with hands. Spread feet shoulder

width apart.

Figure 3

Gently push Slide Hammer (1) forward. Make sure your fingers are not in the way

of the sliding action and WEAR GLOVES. See Figure 3

Forcefully pull Slide Hammer (1) backward towards your body. Watch bearing for

movement. Bearing should pull out evenly. If the Bearing pulls out unevenly during

this operation, stop. Remove the Bearing Puller and gently tap the bearing with a

rubber mallet until it is even, then start again.

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Repeat steps 4 thru 6 until bearing has successfully pulled free of its location.

Close the Attachment clamps by twisting Handle (2) counterclockwise. Remove

the bearing.

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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 life of the product. 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 or 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 storing, and returning the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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LIMITED

LIFETIME

WARRANTY

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available

individually as replacement parts.

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INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Bearing Puller. Check

for loose attachments, binding of moving parts, cracked or broken Attachments, and any
other condition that may affect its safe operation. If any abnormality is found, have the
problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

MAINTENANCE CHART

Maintenance Type

Inspect tool for damage
(see paragraph above)

Wipe off with clean, moist
cloth

Before

Use

X X

After

Use

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Weekly Monthly

Every 6
Months

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions

Selected Attachment
does not open or
close smoothly

Slide Hammer action
is not smooth

Cross-threaded onto Bearing Puller

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Attachment needs to be lubricated.

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See Figure 4

Grime, or dirt on Slide Hammer

1. Wipe with clean, moist cloth (see
shaft

Carefully remove Attachment and

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inspect threads for damage

Re-thread Attachment slowly

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Replace Attachment if unable to

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attach it to the Slide Hammer (2)

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#2 above.

Yearly

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PARTS LIST

Part Description Q’ty

1 Slide Hammer 1

2 Handle 1

3 Attachment 3/8” to 1/2” 1

Part Description Q’ty

4 Attachment 9/16” to 11/16” 1

5 Attachment 5/8” to 1” 1

6 Attachment 1” to 1-1/4” 1

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 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 STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS
SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN 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 PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS

OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

PARTS PHOTO

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