FLATBED TRAILER
WITH ATVTIRES
Model 47845
ASSEMBLY and OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Wooden stake
panels are not included.
Wooden Stake Kit, #40041
is sold separately.
Flatbed Trailer is for off-road use only.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Copyright 2002 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.
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353
REV 08/05
9. Maintain Trailer with care. Keep Trailer clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect Trailer periodically, and if
damaged, have it repaired by an authorized technician.
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate Trailer
when you are tired.
11. Check for damaged parts. Before using Trailer, 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 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 replaced by a qualified technician.
12. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories
intended for use with this Trailer. Approved accessories are available from Harbor
Freight Tools.
13. Do not operate Trailer if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning
labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while
taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the Trailer.
14. Maintenance. For your safety, maintenance should be performed regularly by a
qualified technician.
15. This Trailer is not designed for highway or night use. Flatbed Trailer is for off-
road use only.
Warning:The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be under-
stood 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 the parts listed on page 6 are included. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this
manual as soon as possible.
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Assembly
Refer to the Assembly Drawing on page 7.
1. Attach the four Support Panels (A2) to the Axle (A6) using four Bolts (B1) and Lock
Nuts (B2). Set aside.
2. Attach the Connect Bar (A5) to the Tow Bar (A4) with two Bolts (B5) and two Lock
Nuts (B6).
3. Attach the Support Bracket (A3) to the Tow Bar (A4) with L Pin (B7) and secure it
with cotter R Pin (B8).
4. Connect the other end (the end without the Connect Bar (A5) of the Tow Bar (A4) to
the center of the Axle (A6) using Bolt (B4) and Lock Nut (B2).
5. WHEEL BEARINGS AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
A.
The wheel bearings are shipped dry and MUST be packed with bearing grease prior to
assembly. Wear latex gloves and apply grease liberally around the bearing rollers.
B.
Wipe the two bearing races on each wheel clean. It is also recommended that the
inside of the where the dust cap will go be wiped with some grease. This will remove
surface rust and make the installation of the caps easier.
C.
D.
Insert the bearings into one wheel, matching the taper of the rollers to that of the races.
Hold the bearings in place, while sliding the hub over the axle. Slide one large Washer
(A8) over the spindle, then install and hand-tighten one Castle Nut (A9) to retain the
wheel. Repeat with the other wheel.
Tighten the Castle Nut firmly, but not excessively. A 31mm socket wrench is best for
this. Now back the nut off so that the nearest slot in the shoulder aligns with the cotter
pin hole in the spindle. Test the wheel for free rotation. If necessary, loosen the nut
another slot (1/6 of a turn), and check again. The wheel should rotate freely, yet have
minimal side play on the spindle.
E.
F.
Insert the Cotter Pin (A10) through the slot and the spindle hole, then bend the longer
leg up with small pliers. Repeat steps D and E on the opposite side.
The dust caps are intended to protect the bearing. They fit tightly and require some
patience to install. Tap them in with a mallet.
6. Set the Frame (A1) so that the holes in the center of the bracket crossing the middle
of the bed line up with the four holes on the top of the two Support Panels (A2). Make
sure the Frame (A1) is positioned with the two holes facing front (see Assembly
Drawing on page 7). Loosely attach them with four Bolts (B1) and four Lock Nuts
(B2).
7. Attach the top of the Support Bracket (A3) to the two holes on the front of the Frame
(A1) with two Bolts (B3) and Lock Nuts (B2). Go back and tighten the hardware used
in step 6 above.
8. If using wooden stake side panels (not included), slide the two side panels into the
Bed Frame Sockets (see Assembly Drawing on page 7). Repeat with two front/rear
panels. Make sure the vertical supports that fit into the sockets face the outside of the
Trailer. Secure each side panel into the Bed Frame Sockets by inserting a screws
(screws included in Wooden Stake Panel Kit).
REV 05/03; 12/03; 05/05
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Operation
Note: When loading or unloading the Trailer, always block both wheels on both sides of the
wheels. See FIGURE 1.
Note: Always connect, load, and unload the Trailer on a flat, level, dry surface.
1. Attach the Connect Bar (A5) to the towing vehicle. Read the towing vehicle manual for
towing and hitch connection procedures and safety warnings.
2. To tilt the Trailer as shown in FIGURE 1, hold onto the Support Bracket (A3) firmly
while removing the L Pin (B7) and the cotter R Pin (B8). Slowly tilt the bed. If using
rear stake panel (not included), remove the panel and empty or load the Trailer.
Replace the Rear Panel.
3. When finished, bring the bed back to the original position so that the hole on the
Support Bracket (A3) lines up with the hole on the Tow Bar (A4). Replace the L Pin
(B7) and the cotter R Pin (B8).
FIGURE 1
Block both sides
of each wheel.
REV 05/03
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Parts List
Part
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
Description
Frame
Qty.
1
4
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
12
15
2
1
2
2
1
Support Panel
Support Bracket
Tow Bar
Connect Bar
Axle
Wheel (Bearing, Dust Cap)
Large Washer
Castle Nut
Cotter Pin
Bolt M10 X 16
Lock Nut M10
Bolt M10 x 65
Bolt M10 x 100
Bolt M8 x 16
Lock Nut M8
L Pin
R Pin
1
Maintenance
1. Periodically tighten all of the Trailer hardware.
2. Before each use, tap the Wheel Dust Caps with a rubber mallet and check the tires to
make sure they are mounted securely.
3. Keep the Connect Bar (A5) clean of dirt, grease, or debris.
4. Make sure the tire pressure is at 12 PSI before each use.
5. When needed, lubricate inside the wheel hubs on the axle with high quality axle
grease.
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 KINDTO THE BUYERTHAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY
PARTS OFTHE 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 ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
REV 05/03; 12/03; 05/05
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Assembly Drawing
Note: Front, rear and side
stake panels are not included.
Front/Rear Panels
Side Panels
Two holes in
front of frame.
.
Bed Frame Socket
with Bolt hole
Dust Cap
.
.
A8
A9
A10
Dust Cap
REV 05/03; 12/03
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Bearing Packing Instructions
Important
Read and adhere to the following instructions; failure to read and
obey all of the following instructions COMPLETELY will void the war-
ranty and can result in damage to the trailer, property damage, or SERI-
OUS PERSONAL INJURY.
Whenever a hub is disassembled (if a hub on a new unit requires
assembly or a hub is disassembled for maintenance), the following pro-
cedure MUST be followed.
1.
Using a suitable solvent, thoroughly clean the bearings and the rest of
the parts in the Hub assembly of all grease, dirt, metal shavings, or any
other foreign object. The parts must be cleaned even if they are new
or appear clean.
2.
3.
Allow all pieces to dry completely.
Make sure that your hands are thoroughly clean and the bearing packer
(not included) is also thoroughly clean.
4.
5.
Place fresh, clean bearing grease in the packer.
With the grease-filled bearing packer in one hand and the bearing in the
other, press the bearing into the grease, forcing the grease inside the
slots in the bearing, continue doing this until every slot in the bearing is
completely full of grease.
6.
Finish assembling the hub/wheel assembly as explained in the manual,
being careful not to get any dirt or debris on any part of the assembly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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