Harbor Freight Tools Trimmer 38413 User Manual

THROATLESS SHEAR  
38413  
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Read this material before using this product.  
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL.  
Copyright© 1998, 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork  
contained herein may be reproduced in 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 improvements, actual  
product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be  
included.  
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.  
Revised 09i  
 
4.  
5.  
Make sure your work area is well lighted.  
Clean and uncluttered work spaces contribute to safe and productive work conditions.  
Before Operating  
1.  
2.  
Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should  
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended  
function.  
Check for alignment and binding of all moving parts, broken parts or mounting fixtures and  
any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be  
properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.  
Operation  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Never force the tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. It is designed  
to do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.  
Never use the blades if they are dull, worn, or chipped. Blades must be sharpened, re-  
paired or replaced before using.  
Check to make sure all bolts are secure but not overtightened. Check for blade clearance.  
Make sure clearance is suitable for the workpiece.  
While being used, the lower blade must be secured with the Clamp. When not being used,  
the Clamp (10) can be loosened.  
Minor assembly of the Throatless Shear is required. Assemble the Handle (6) over the  
exposed shaft of the Geared Handle (4) and tighten Bolt (5).  
Using the Throatless Shear  
1.  
2.  
Adjust the clearance between the Upper Blade (14) and Lower Blade (8). To decrease the  
clearance, turn the Adjusting Bolts (15) clockwise. To increase clearance, turn the bolts  
counterclockwise. The clearance can be adjusted to between 1/4 and 1/10 of the thickness  
of the workpiece.  
To gain power and control of the workpiece, start all cuts at the heel of the blades. Circu-  
lar and irregular cuts are made by turning the workpiece while following through with the  
downward stroke of the blade.  
3.  
4.  
When a cut has been finished, push the workpiece forward while raising the handle to lift  
the blade above the workpiece. Start the next cut at the heel of the blade.  
Always keep the material being cut flat on the bed of the shear.  
SKU 38413  
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Maintenance  
1.  
2.  
Periodically use a good graphite oil to lubricate blade edges and gears on the Geared  
Handle (4).  
To Replace the Blades (8, 14):  
a. Open jaws completely. Be sure to use caution when replacing the blade; if the handle is  
bumped the blades may move, causing personal injury.  
b. Remove all three Bolts (13), replace Upper Blade (14), and secure Blade with Bolts (13).  
c. Loosen Bolt (9), replace Lower Blade (8), and loosen Adjusting Bolts (15,16).  
d. Adjust the Lower Blade (8) to the proper clearance for the workpiece to be cut, by using  
the Adjusting Bolts (15,16).  
e. After the Lower Blade (8) is properly adjusted, tighten Bolt (9) to secure it in place.  
Parts List  
Part  
Description  
Q’ty  
Part  
Description  
Q’ty  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Base  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
Clamp  
1
1
2
3
1
1
1
1
1
Right Stand  
Blade Stand  
Geared Handle  
Bolt M8x16  
Handle  
Nut M12  
Bolt M12  
Bolt M5x8  
Upper Blade  
Adjusting Bolts M5x35  
Adjusting Bolt M5x20  
Spring Washer  
Screw Driver  
Handle Bushing  
Lower Blade  
Bolt M8x30  
REV 03d; 03j; 05i  
SKU 38413  
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Assembly Diagram  
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only  
and are not available individually as replacement parts.  
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY  
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS  
MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT  
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED  
TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT  
OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARIS-  
ING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.  
REV 03d  
SKU 38413  
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY  
Harbor FreightTools 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. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons  
or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use  
of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EX-  
PRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE  
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.  
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with trans-  
portation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must  
accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace  
the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and  
quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if  
we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of  
our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which  
vary from state to state.  
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353  
SKU 38413  
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.  
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