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SKU 94696

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3.

 

NOTE:  

To reduce friction between the 2” Hitch Ball (not included) and Hitch 

 

Coupler (1A), apply a layer of heavy grease over the Hitch Ball.  

(See Figure C.)

4. 

Temporarily remove the R-Pin and Safety Pin from the Hitch Coupler (1A).  Then, 

pull up on the Trigger and lift up on the Handle.  

(See Figure C.)

5. 

With assistance, place the Hitch Coupler (1A) over the vehicle’s Hitch Ball and 

push down on the Handle until the Trigger locks in the slot.  Pull up and down 

on the Hitch Coupler to make sure the Hitch Ball is fitting snugly in the Hitch 

Coupler.  

(See Figure C.)

 

R-PIN

SAFETY

PIN

HITCH

TRIGGER

HITCH

COUPLER

(1A)

SLOT

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

 NUT

2” BALL

HITCH

FIGURE C

WARNING!

2.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This Tow Bar’s Hitch Coupler (1A) MUST be properly secured to the Hitch Ball of the towing 

vehicle.  After assembly and attachment, pull up and down on the Hitch Coupler to make sure the 

Hitch Ball is fitting snugly in the Hitch Coupler.  

There must be no play between the Hitch Ball 

and Hitch Coupler.  

If there is play, tighten the Adjustment Nut until no play is present.  If the 

Adjustment Nut is too tight, the Handle will not lock.  

Carefully read and follow the complete 

instructions in this manual BEFORE setup or use.

If the Hitch Coupler is not secured properly, the Hitch Ball could come loose while the 

towed vehicle is in motion, possibly causing property damage, SERIOUS PERSONAL 

INJURY, or DEATH.

6. 

There should be no play between Hitch Ball and Hitch Coupler.  If there is play, 

tighten the Adjustment Nut with a 19MM socket (not included) until no play is 

present.  If the Nut is too tight, the Handle will not lock.  

(See Figure C.) 

7. 

Re-install the Safety Pin and R-Pin.  

(See Figure C.)

8. 

Make sure to attach each side of an appropriate Safety Chains (not included) 

equally from the front mounting U-Bolt (11B) to the towing vehicle’s rear

REV 07a; 09h

(not included)

(not included)

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Страница 1: ...H Please note Most vehicles will require custom brackets For front towing of some vehicles the vehicle s bumper will have to be removed first If not experienced in setting up this type of equipment and installing brackets assistance from a qualified service technician is recommended Revised Manual 10b Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Fail...

Страница 2: ... Bar be welded to the vehicle nor should any of the mounting 2 holes be altered Must be mounted to vehicle by a qualified auto technician Includes two quick disconnect pull pins and 2 coupler for easy connection and disconnection from Mounting Bracket Assembly Arms open from 24 to 43 Folds for easy storage Gloss black enamel finish After market Mounting Bracket Assembly shown in light shaded gray ...

Страница 3: ...l the parts and hardware shown on the Parts List on page 11 are included 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 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 ...

Страница 4: ...s 7 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent tripping falling back injury etc 8 Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements 9 Stay alert Watch what you are doing at all times Use common sense Do not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand EQUIPMENT USE AND CARE 1 Check for damaged parts Before using this product carefully che...

Страница 5: ...he towed vehicle additional towing equipment etc The tongue weight capacity rating refers to the downward force exerted on the Hitch Ball not included by the towed vehicle including cargo onboard 2 Use a public commercial scale to determine the actual weight of the towed vehicle and its payload Do not exceed the weight capacity of any towing equipment 3 Tow at your own risk Failure to heed and fol...

Страница 6: ...ng towed A vehicle that sways is extremely dangerous and can cause loss of control of the towing vehicle and towed vehicle If swaying occurs gradually slow down and drive to a safe location of the road to correct the problem Do not brake suddenly or hard as this will intensify the swaying and make the towing vehicle and towed vehicle even more difficult to control Turbulence from another vehicle w...

Страница 7: ... that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE Most vehicles will require an after market mounting bracket assembly not included which then connects to the Tow Bar see photos on page 2 Installing after market mounting bracket assembly should be done by a qualified auto technician NOTE On some vehicl...

Страница 8: ... structurally weaken the vehicle 3 After locations fitting all of the aforementioned requirements are found drill the 1 2 diameter holes 3 3 apart horizontally Then install the Mounting Brackets 8A See Figure B FIGURE B 4 WARNING If adequate mounting locations cannot be found or if there is any doubt about the suitability of the locations have a professional mechanic install this product to the to...

Страница 9: ...embly and attachment pull up and down on the Hitch Coupler to make sure the Hitch Ball is fitting snugly in the Hitch Coupler There must be no play between the Hitch Ball and Hitch Coupler If there is play tighten the Adjustment Nut until no play is present If the Adjustment Nut is too tight the Handle will not lock Carefully read and follow the complete instructions in this manual BEFORE setup or...

Страница 10: ...le to be towed Set the transmission to the neutral position The towed vehicle must have the steering locked with the wheels in a straight forward position As the wheels can not steer the vehicle will resist turning If the towed vehicle is not properly prepared for towing property damage or severe personal injury may result 13 When towing the vehicle over long distances stop and check the tightness...

Страница 11: ...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 INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 1 WARNING Before driving a towed vehicle always remove the Tow Bar Remove the Tow Bar from the towed vehicle before performing any inspection ma...

Страница 12: ...Page 12 SKU 94696 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 REV 07a PARTS LIST ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...

Страница 13: ...ncidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of 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 ...

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