Harbor Freight Tools LEver Chain Hoist 69482 - Manual (Page 6)

Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Lever Chain Hoist
96482 – 3/4 Ton and
66106 – 1-1/2 Ton
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.
Note: For additional information regarding the
parts listed in the following pages, refer to the
Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Figure F: 66106/96482 Controls
Load Hook
safety latch
safety latch
Top Hook
Lever
Handle
Selector
Lever
Brake Knob
WARNING! Verify that the load weighs
less than the capacity of your Hoist model,
as listed in the Specifications chart.
Attachment point must be rated to support
the combined weight of hoist and load.
1. Attach the Hoist to the connection
point by sliding the Top Hook onto it.
The Top Hook must fit the connection point
securely, with the safety latch fully engaged,
as shown in Figure A, on the right.
Figure A: Incorrect and
Correct Hook Attachment
2. Turn the Selector Lever to the neutral position
(see Figure G) to disengage the ratchet.
Brake
Knob
Selector
Lever
WARNING
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LEVER CHAIN HOIST
ITEM 66106
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To prevent serious injury:
1. Do not use for overhead lifting or for lifting people or animals.
2. Stay clear of load while suspended.
3. Inspect before every use; do not use if parts loose or damaged.
4. Do not exceed 3000 lb. capacity.
Be aware of dynamic loading! Sudden load movement may briefly create
excess load causing product failure.
5. Anchor points must be able to support load. Balance load evenly.
6. Safety clasp must close around load.
7. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles,
heavy-duty work gloves, and steel-toed work boots during use.
8. Keep braking surfaces dry
and free from lubricant.
9. Do not change direction during use.
ONLY IF UNLOADED, turn Brake Knob
counterclockwise to release load holding brake
Figure G: 66106/96482 Selector Lever
and Brake Knob “N” / Neutral Position
3. Turn the Brake Knob counterclockwise until
it stops to release the load holding brake.
WARNING! DO NOT TURN THE
BRAKE KNOB COUNTERCLOCKWISE
UNLESS NO LOAD IS SUPPORTED.
4. Pull the load chain by hand and
attach the Load Hook to the load.
The safety latch should be fully engaged.
Do not suspend a load on just the
end of the hook, see Figure A.