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

SKU 45689 

        

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 WarningS and precautionS

1. 

Keep  WorK area  clean and  drY.   

Cluttered,  damp  or  wet  work  areas  invite 

injuries.

2. 

Keep  children aWaY  FroM  WorK area.   

Do  not  allow  children  to  handle  this 

product.

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.

4. 

do not uSe thiS product iF under the inFluence oF alcohol or drugS.  

Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired 

while taking drugs.  If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this product.

5. 

uSe eYe, hearing, Breathing, and hand protection.  

Wear an ANSI approved 

welding  helmet/goggles  with  shaded  lens,  hearing  protectors,  breathing  respirator,  and 

welding  gloves  when  using  this  product.   ANSI  approved  welding  helmet/goggles  with 

shaded lens, hearing protectors, breathing respirators, and welding gloves are available 

from Harbor Freight Tools.

6. 

dreSS SaFelY.  

Sparks and hot metal can injure.  Always wear body protection.  Non-

skid footwear or safety shoes should be used when working with this product.  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 becoming caught in moving parts.  If wearing a long-

sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above elbows.

7. 

induStrial applicationS MuSt FolloW oSha reQuireMentS.

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Electrical Input Requirements

115 Volt

Rated Output

1.5KVA @ 50% Duty Cycle

Output Amps

+ / - 10 % 5,500

Material Capacity

1/8” Thick, Mild Steel

Tong Length

6”

Overall Dimensions

13” x 6” x 4.5”

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Summary of Contents for Welding 45689

Page 1: ...ed 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 d...

Page 2: ...s are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not attempt to use this product 5 USE EYE HEARING BREATHING AND HAND PROTECTION Wear an ANSI approved welding helmet goggles with shaded lens...

Page 3: ...s to do the work of larger industrial equipment tools or attachments Do not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 1 GROUND THIS PRODUCT...

Page 4: ...AT ALL TIMES DURING OPERATION Use a vise clamps etcetera not provided 9 OVERUSE CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING After continuous use allow the Spot Welder adequate time to cool before the next use 10 BEFORE TRY...

Page 5: ...l 3 To attach the Lower Tong part 47 to the Spot Welder loosen the four Cap Screws part 3 located at the bottom front of the tool See Figure A and Assy Diagram 4 Slide the Lower Tong part 47 between t...

Page 6: ...AP SCREW 3 FIGURE A TONG ALIGNMENT UPPER TONG 46 TONG TIPS 48 LOWER TONG 47 UPPER TONG 46 LOWER TONG 47 TONG TIPS 48 FIGURE B To Attach The Handle To The Spot Welder 1 To attach the Wooden Handle part...

Page 7: ...WASHER HANDLE 17 BOLT 19 HEX NUT 20 HANDLE BRACKET 18 FIGURE C POWER SWITCH 25 25 HEX SCREW 16 FIGURE D To Attach Tong Tips To The Spot Welder 1 Caution Prior to attaching the Tong Tips parts 48 make...

Page 8: ...between the workpieces and no weld can be made To increase the Tong pressure loosen the front Hex Jam Nut part 10 The more the front Hex Jam Nut is loosened the greater the pressure on the Tong Tips...

Page 9: ...the Power Switch to stop the electrical current To Use The Operating Lever 1 Caution Never touch the Upper and Lower Tongs parts 46 47 when weld ing a workpiece Allow the Tong Tips part 48 and the wo...

Page 10: ...n maintenance or cleaning 2 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Spot Welder Inspect switch power plug and cord assembly and extension cord if used for damage Check for loose screws mi...

Page 11: ...S MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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...

Page 12: ...a l u s n I 4 2 1 w o l e b D C B A f o g n i t s i s n o c h c t i w S r e w o P 5 2 1 h c t i w S y l b m e s s A t c a t n o C A 5 2 1 h c t i w S t c a t n o C B 5 2 1 h c t i w S e l g g o T C 5...

Page 13: ...13 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 45689 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement p...

Page 14: ...enance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or conse quential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not al...

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