Harbor Freight 4 In Drill Press Vise Product Manual
Manual for the 30999 4 In. Drill Press Vise 30999 Drill Press Vise w/ 4 Jaw
2015-05-27
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Drill Press Vise
Item 30999
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Email our technical support at: tech@harborfreight.com
Copyright© 2010 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.
Revised Manual 11f
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and
precautions, assembly, operating, inspection,
maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the
product’s serial number in the back of the manual
(or month and year of purchase if product has
no number). Keep this manual and the receipt
in a safe and dry place for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling,
and all other information
provided with this product:
WARNING Read all safety
warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.
1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark work areas
invite accidents.
b. Keep children and bystanders away
while operating the Vise. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
c. Do not expose the Vise to
rain or wet conditions.
2. Personal safety
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operating
the Vise. Do not use while you are
tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating the Vise
may result in serious personal injury.
b. Use safety equipment. Always wear
ANSI-approved eye protection. Safety
equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce the chance of personal injuries.
c. Keep hands clear of Jaws.
d. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
e. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
3. Tool use and care
a. Do not force the tool. Use the correct
tool for your application. Do not use
additional leverage for tightening jaw
grip. If required, use a larger size vise.
b. Maintain tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that
may affect the tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
c. Use the tool in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
4. Service
a. Have your tool serviced by a qualied
repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the tool is maintained.
Vise Safety Warnings
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
2. This product is not a toy. Keep
it out of reach of children.
3. Do not strike Vise with hardened tool.
Inspect before use; discard if chipped.
4. Secure the Vise with appropriate
hardware (not supplied) before use.
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5. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations 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.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall Length 6-1/2 IN.
Overall Width 8-3/4 IN.
MOUNTING 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, refer to the Assembly
Diagram near the end of this manual.
1. Vise must be mounted on a solid,
level surface capable of supporting
combined weight of Vise, intended
workpieces, and applicable forces.
2. Use the holes in the base of the Vise as a
template to mark the bench surface. Verify
that the installation surface has no hidden
utility lines before drilling or driving screws.
3. Drill 1/2” wide holes and attach the
Vise rmly to the work surface with
appropriate hardware (1/2” lug bolts or
hexagonal bolts, at washers, and self
locking hex nuts, all sold separately).
4. Properly mount the Drill Press Vise to
workbench or other work surface.
OPERATION
1. Turn Lock Bar to open Jaws and place
workpiece between the jaws.
2. Close the Jaws until the workpiece is held
securely. Do not overtighten the Jaws.
Overtightening the Jaws could damage the
workpiece. Use soft jaws when necessary
to prevent damage to the workpiece.
The orientation of the Jaws will become
xed after the handle is tightened.
MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
Procedures not specically explained
in this manual must be performed
only by a qualied technician.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
cracked or broken parts and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER USE, clean external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
3. Lubricate the moving parts of the Vise
periodically with a high quality machine oil.
4. In moderate to extensive use or when
foreign particles accumulate on the Jaws,
take the Vise apart and thoroughly clean all
components,
re-assemble and properly lubricate.
Replacing the Jaws
1. To replace Jaws, insert a screwdriver or
wrench to remove the securing screws.
2. For added security, attach and tighten
the new jaws with the same screws.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record
month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Replacement parts are not available.
REV 11f
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools 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 EXPRESSLY 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 transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If
our inspection veries 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 specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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