Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 68284 Harbor Freight Tools
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Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury . SA VE THIS MANUAL. Copyright © 201 1 by Harbor Freight T ools ® . 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 T ools.
Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 T able of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Specifications ............................................. 7 Setup ...................
Page 3 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Electrical safety 1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way . Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Drain Cleaner Safety W arnings 1.
Page 5 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 21. Do not operate this machine if operator or machine is standing in water . Operating machine while in water increases the risk of electrical shock. 22. Only use drain cleaning machine to clean drains of recommended sizes according to these instructions.
Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Grounding TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEA TH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
Page 7 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Extension Cords 1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. 2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.
Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Setup - Before Use: Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Page 9 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Cutting T ool Accessories There are four Cutting T ools included with each Drain Cleaner . Select the appropriate tool for the cleaning job and attach to Cable. Each is described in the table below .
Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Assembly for 68284 Note: No assembly needed for Model 68285. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM ACCIDENT AL OPERA TION: T urn.
Page 1 1 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 7. Rotate the drum and make sure that it turns freely without binding. 8. Check that all warning labels are present, firmly attached and readable. 9. Make sure Belt Guard is securely fastened to the Drain Cleaner .
Page 13 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 W ork Area Set-Up 1. V erify that work area has adequate lighting for the job. 2. Make sure work area is free of flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite. Sparks can be generated during Drain Cleaner operation.
Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Manual Feed Operation (For Item 68285) TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM TWISTED OR BROKEN CABLES, CABLE ENDS WHIPPING AROUND, MACHINE TIPPING, CHEMICAL BURNS, INFECTIONS, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND OTHER CAUSES: Follow operating instructions for your model explicitly .
Page 15 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 W orking Through a Blockage 1. If cutting tool becomes lodged in blockage and Drain Cleaner is still operating, the cable will start to wind up or twist.
Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Power Feed Operation (For Item 68284) TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM TWISTED OR BROKEN CABLES, CABLE ENDS WHIPPING AROUND, MACHINE TIPPING, CHEMICAL BURNS, INFECTIONS, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND OTHER CAUSES: Follow operating instructions for your model explicitly .
Page 17 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 W orking Through a Blockage 1. If cutting tool becomes lodged in a blockage and Drain Cleaner is still operating, cable will start to wind up or twist. If so, release pressure from Foot Switch and Drain Cleaner motor will stop.
Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
Page 19 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 General Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool.
Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Part Description 1 Drum Connecting Cable 2 Bolt 3 Spring W asher 4 Cable 5 Bolt 6 Front Hub Bushing 7 Drum Shell 8 Bolt 9 .
Page 21 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 68285 Assembly Diagram SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP.
Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 Part Description 1 Power Cable Feed 2 Front Post 3 Bolt 4 Bolt 5 Cable 6 Drum Connecting Cable 7 Bolt 8 Front Hub Bushing .
Page 23 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68284 68285 68284 Assembly Diagram SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP.
Limited 90 Day W arranty Harbor Freight T ools 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 90 days from the date of purchase.
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