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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Model HD031B shown. Battery and Charger Sold Separately 12V Ratchet Wrench WARNING: To prevent serious injury, User must read and understand Owner’s Manual. SAVE THIS MANUAL. When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings g. Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring or its Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations own cord. Fasteners contacting a “live” wire may and specifications provided with this power tool.
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i. Only use safety equipment that has been e. Maintain power tools and accessories. approved by an appropriate standards agency. Check for misalignment or binding of moving Unapproved safety equipment may not provide parts, breakage of parts and any other adequate protection.
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f. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be Lithium Battery Safety Warnings ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. g.
Vibration Safety GROUNDING This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. DEATH FROM To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: INCORRECT GROUNDING: Check with a qualified electrician if you a.
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Warning Symbols and Definitions Symbology This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Double Insulated Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Volts Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not Alternating Current avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Functions Specifications Hercules 12V Li-Ion Battery Type (sold separately) Model HD031B No Load Speed 269/min Anvil Size 1/4″ Model HD032B No Load Speed 250/min Anvil Size 1/4″ Model HD034B No Load Speed 278/min Anvil Size 3/8″ Model HD033B No Load Speed...
Setting and Testing OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM beginning of this manual including ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: all text under subheadings therein Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position before set up or use of this product.
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4. Push socket over fastener and General Instructions for Use squeeze Trigger slowly. 5. When finished, release and lock Trigger. 1. Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position, then insert a fully charged Battery Pack into 6. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and the base of the Ratchet Wrench, making remove its Battery Pack after use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, MAINTENANCE AND and Lubrication SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general Procedures not specifically explained condition of the tool. Check for: in this manual must be performed • leaking, swollen, or cracked battery pack, only by a qualified technician. •...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Tool will not start. 1. Battery Pack not properly 1. Remove Battery Pack, make sure there are no connected. obstructions, reinsert the Battery Pack according to its shape (it should only fit one way), and press firmly until the Battery Pack locks in place.
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. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.