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Summary of Contents for Harbor Freight Tools Hydrostar Drain Monster
- Page 1 No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Failure to do so can result in serious injury. any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL.
- Page 2 table of contents Safety ............2 Maintenance ..........14 Specifications ..........5 Parts Lists and Diagrams ......16 Setup ............5 Warranty ............ 20 Operation ............ 6 WarninG SyMBOLS anD DEFinitiOnS This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
- Page 3 These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact 17. Do not use in pipe obstructed by roots. Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 18. Do not operate the Drain Cleaner with the 29. Avoid unintentional starting. belt guard removed. Fingers can get caught Prepare to begin work before between the drive belt and pulley.
- Page 4 GrOunDinG inStructiOnS 1. This appliance must be grounded. In the event 4. A temporary adaptor, which looks like the of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides adaptor illustrated in Figures B and C, may a path of least resistance for electric current to be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole reduce the risk of electric shock.
- Page 5 Specifications Electrical Rating 120VAC, 60Hz, 5.3A Motor Speed 1716 RPM Drum Speed 202 RPM Power Cord 6′ Cable Size Ø1/2″ x 50′ L Drain Pipe Capacity 2″ to 4″ I.D. Drum Dimensions 13″ x 6.3″ up to 75′ of 1/2″ Cable (Not Included) Drum Capacity up to 100′...
- Page 6 OpEratinG inStructiOnS read the EntirE iMpOrtant SaFEty inFOrMatiOn section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. user-Operated controls Belt Guard Knob Belt Guard Tool Holder Rotation Switch Cable Drum Foot Switch...
- Page 7 cutting tool accessories There are four Cutting Tools included with each Drain Cleaner. Select the appropriate tool for the cleaning job and attach to Cable. Each is described below. c-cutter Spade cutter Finishing tool Starting tool For grease For cutting and stoppages and scraping.
- Page 8 tool Set up tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn: turn the rotation Switch of the tool to its position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool. tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury: DO nOt OpEratE WitH any GuarD DiSaBLED, DaMaGED, Or rEMOVED.
- Page 9 Work area Set-up 1. Verify that work area has adequate 12. To prevent Cable from whipping, place lighting for the job. Drain Cleaner within 2 feet of drain line or thread Cable through guide (not included). 2. Make sure work area is free of flammable liquids, the greater the distance from the vapors or dust that may ignite.
- Page 10 Manual Feed Operation (for item 61856) tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM tWiStED Or BrOKEn caBLES, caBLE EnDS WHippinG arOunD, appLiancE tippinG, cHEMicaL BurnS, inFEctiOnS, ELEctric SHOcK anD OtHEr cauSES: Follow operating instructions for your model explicitly. Since drains likely contain hazardous chemicals or bacteria, wear appropriate protective equipment, such as: •...
- Page 11 Working through a Blockage 1. If Cutting Tool becomes lodged in blockage and 2. Once Cutting Tool is free of blockage Drain Cleaner is still operating, the Cable will start and is turning again, slowly feed rotating to wind up or twist. If so, immediately turn off, Cutting Tool back into blockage.
- Page 12 power-Feed Operation (for item 68284) tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM tWiStED Or BrOKEn caBLES, caBLE EnDS WHippinG arOunD, appLiancE tippinG, cHEMicaL BurnS, inFEctiOnS, ELEctric SHOcK anD OtHEr cauSES: Follow operating instructions for your model explicitly. Since drains likely contain hazardous chemicals or bacteria, wear appropriate protective equipment, such as: •...
- Page 13 Working through a Blockage 1. If Cutting Tool becomes lodged in a blockage and 4. If motor can’t pull Cable out, release pressure from Drain Cleaner is still operating, Cable will start Foot Switch and allow Cable to stop spinning. to wind up or twist.
- Page 14 uSEr-MaintEnancE inStructiOnS procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. tO prEVEnt SEriOuS inJury FrOM acciDEntaL OpEratiOn: turn the rotation Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
- Page 15 General cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication 1. BEFOrE EacH uSE, inspect the general 2. aFtEr uSE, wipe external surfaces of condition of the tool. Check for: the tool with clean cloth. Store indoors out of the reach of children. • loose hardware, •...
- Page 16 parts Lists and Diagrams pLEaSE rEaD tHE FOLLOWinG carEFuLLy THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR 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, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
- Page 17 Items 68285 68284 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
- Page 18 68284 parts List part Description part Description Power-Feed Drum Shaft Retaining Pin Front Post Retaining Pin Spring Bolt Retaining Pin Screw / Set Screw Bolt Bolt Cable Tool Holder Drum Connecting Cable Bolt Bolt Motor Front Hub Bushing Handle Drum Belt Guard Knob Connecting Cable / Nut / Washer V-Belt Pulley...
- Page 19 Items 68285 68284 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
- Page 20 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools 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.