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SKU 95916

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

stay alert.  watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-
ing this brick splitter.  do not use while tired or under the influence of drugs, 
alcohol, or medication.
  A moment of inattention while operating may result in 
serious personal injury.

keep one hand free and out of the way at all times when applying the brick 
splitting action. 

This brick splitter is meant for operation by only one person at a time. 

do not cut close to the edge of the brick. This could result in cracking, crumbling 
or an inaccurate finish to the split. 

do not overreach.  keep proper footing and balance at all times.  Proper footing 
and balance enables better control of the Brick Splitter in unexpected situations.

do not force the tool and do not use the brick splitter for a purpose for which 
it is not intended.

store the brick splitter out of reach of children and other untrained persons.  
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Never allow children to come 
in contact with this product. 

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

check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and 
any other condition that may affect the brick splitter’s operation.  if damaged, 
have the tool serviced before using.
  Many accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained tools.

service or repair on this brick splitter must be performed only by qualified 
repair personnel.  
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel 
could result in a risk of injury.

when servicing this brick splitter, use only identical replacement parts.  fol-
low 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.

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. 

warning: This product contains or, when used, produces a chemical known 
to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm.  (california health & safety code §  25249.5, et seq.) 

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Summary of Contents for 95916

Page 1: ...isit our website at http www harborfreight com 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 pleas...

Page 2: ...invoice number on the in side 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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result ...

Page 3: ... product Maintain tools with care Tag damaged tools Do not use until repaired Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the Brick Splitter s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly main tained tools Service or repair on this Brick Splitter must be performed only by qualified repai...

Page 4: ...k Splitter and the bricks being split before adjusting or using See the Assembly Diagram on page 5 as a reference when completing the steps below Set the blade 13 which is attached to the Blade Guard 9 at the correct height for the brick you will be splitting This is done by first measuring the brick then adjusting the Blade 13 so it is as close to the top of the brick as possible without touching...

Page 5: ...9 See Figure 2 Figure 3 Next adjust the Depth Gauge 16 by loosening the Adjusting Knob 15 at the rear of the Base 14 Slide the Depth Gauge 16 in or out and re tighten the Adjusting Knob 15 Now each brick will set identically on the Brick Splitter See Figure 3 Raise the Handle 1 to it s full height slide the brick to be split into the opening under the Blade 13 Be sure the brick is resting flatly o...

Page 6: ...2 Brick does not set level on Foam Pads 17 Check for small pieces of brick residue possibly caught in Stretch Spring 3 or between Handle 1 and Blade Guard 9 Possibly small pieces of brick on the Foam Pads 17 1 2 Blow out or dust off the Stretch Spring 3 Blow out or dust off the Handle 1 where it joins the Blade Guard 9 Dust off the Foam Pads 17 and all areas of the Base 14 1 2 PLEASE READ THE FOLL...

Page 7: ...e Guard 1 Part Description Q ty 10 Pin Safety Hook 1 11 Hex Nut 5 8 2 12 Hex Locking Nut 5 16 1 13 Blade 2 14 Base 1 15 Adjusting Knob 5 16 X 1 3 8 L 1 16 Depth Gauge 1 17 Foam Pads 2 18 Hex Locking Nut 5 16 1 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 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 purp...

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