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unpackIng
When unpacking, make sure the item is
intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing
or broken, call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown above as soon as possible.
IMportant saFetY
InForMatIon
1.
Install only on 12 VDC, negative ground
vehicles.
2.
Make sure that bracket and posts are unbent
before connecting.
3.
Verify that there are no short circuits before
reconnecting. Check for loose strands of
wire, in addition to direct contact with ground-
ed components. Use a multimeter with a
continuity function to help verify that there
are no shorts to ground. When reconnect-
ing, be prepared to disconnect battery again
immediately in the event that an unexpected
short circuit causes sparking.
4.
Turn off car engine and set emergency brake
before installing.
5.
Do not place tubing near any hot exhaust
system components during installation.
6.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves during assembly.
7.
WarnIng:
The brass components of this
product contain lead, a chemical known to
the State of California to cause birth defects
(or other reproductive harm). (California
Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)
8.
Disconnect vehicle battery negative terminal
before installation.
9.
Only use in accordance with State, local,
Federal and D.O.T. laws and regulations.
10.
Insulate connections to prevent fire.
11.
Keep installation area clean and well lit.
12.
Keep bystanders out of the area during
installation.
13.
Do not install when tired or when under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
14.
This product is not a toy. Do not allow chil-
dren to play with it.
15.
Use for intended purpose(s) only.
SKU 65210
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
16.
Inspect before use; do not use if parts are
loose or damaged.
17.
Positive and negative connections cannot
touch. If you are unsure of how to install this
Gauge Set safely, then have a qualified me-
chanic install the gauge for you.
18.
Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
InstallatIon InstructIons
read the entIre IMportant
saFetY InForMatIon section at the
beginning of this document including
all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
Select a position on the dash for
mounting the Gauge Set. Drill 7/8" hole
in firewall and insert bulb tube and fitting
through hole. Use holes in Gauge Set
Frame to mount the Set on dash.
Follow the specific instructions listed
below for installing each Gauge.
oil pressure gauge
1.
Remove oil light sender from the side of the
engine block and disconnect the wire from
the indicating light on the dashboard.
2.
Connect the coiled end of the tubing to the
engine block (where the oil light sender
was removed) and the other end to the Oil
Pressure Gauge. Use plumber's putty (not
included) to prevent any high pressure leaks.
See Figure 1, below.
Adaptor
1/8"
Tubing
Union Nut
1/8" Tube to
1/8"
Male NPT
Connector
1/4" NPT to 1/8"
NPT Reducer
(Used on engines
with 1/4" Oil Tap)
"T" Piece
Engine Block
Figure 1
To lighting circuit
Dash Panel
1/8 Tube to NPT
Connector
1/8"
Union
1/8"
Nut
Oil Gauge
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