Harbor Freight Tools 43149 operating instructions Unpacking, Preparing to Operate, Assembly

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8.Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that ap- pears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will oper- ate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or re- placed by a qualified technician. Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn On and Off properly.

9.Replacement parts and acces- sories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accesso- ries are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

10.Do not operate tool if under the in- fluence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflex- es are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

11.Maintenance. For your safety, main- tenance should be performed regu- larly by a qualified technician.

12.People with pacemakers should con- sult their physician(s) before using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pace- maker could cause interference to, or failure of, the pacemaker.

13.WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

14.Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situ- ations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Unpacking

When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts Diagram and Parts Lists are present. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353.

Preparing to Operate

Assembly

Figure 1

Figure 2

1.Turn the lock nut on the stem clock- wise to loosen (see Figure 1).

2.Adjust the length of the stem so that when you stand upright with the tool held in your hand, the search coil is level with and about 1/2 to 2 inches above the ground (see Figure 2).

REV 07f; 09c

SKU 43149

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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