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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
2. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed
in the work area. Do not let them handle machines,
tools or let them climb on or play with the product.
3. Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must
be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always
lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
4. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force
a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger
industrial tool. There are certain applications for
which this tool was designed. It will do the job better
and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.
5. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool
for a purpose for which it was not intended.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and
nonskid footwear are recommended when working.
Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
7.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, an
ANSI-approved hardhat and heavy-duty
work gloves during set up and use.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Do not reach over or across a Panel
Hoist while in operation. Do not walk or stand
under Panel Hoist needlessly while in operation.
9. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for
better and safer performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common
sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.
11. Check for damaged parts. Before using any
tool, any part that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment and binding of moving parts; any
broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other
condition that may affect proper operation. Any
part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use
the tool if any control does not operate properly.
12. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts will void the
warranty. Only use accessories intended
for use with this tool. Approved accessories
are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
13. Do not operate tool if under the influence of
alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels if taking
prescription medicine to determine if your judgment
or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If
there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
14. For your safety, service and maintenance should
be performed regularly by a qualified technician.
15. Stand clear of the Panel Hoist when
raising or lowering a panel. Never
reach through the winch wheel.
16. Do not exceed the Hoist’s capacity of 150 lb. Check
the manufacturer’s documentation to determine the
actual weight of panels before attempting to lift them.
17. Do not ride on the Panel Hoist, and never have
people or pets in the area while operating Hoist.
18. Only use the Hoist to raise/lower one drywall
panel at a time. After raising the panel,
immediately fix in place using the recommended
type, number and pattern of nails, adhesive or
screws. Do not use this Hoist to store panels.
19. Place Panel Hoist on correct surface. Only use
this Hoist on a stable, level, clean, hard and dry
surface that is capable of sustaining the load.
20. Stabilize the load. Ensure that the load
remains stable at all times. Do not move
the load while it is on the Hoist.
21. Center the load on the Panel Hoist. Off-center loads
can topple, causing property damage or injury.
22. Do not lubricate any part of the Winch components.
The brake is friction based and may fail if lubricated.
23. Before each use, check that the cable
is properly tensioned and wound tightly
and evenly onto the spool.
24. Before lifting load to full height, first lift a
short distance. Check that the brake is
engaged, then continue to lift to full height.
25. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.