MasterForce 243-1490 User manual

Brand: MasterForce

Model: 243-1490

Type: User manual

5" Workshop Vise

243-1490

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And

Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.

CAUTION:

Save this Manual.............................................................................

Safety Instructions............................................................................

Operation..........................................................................................

Steps to Mount a Vise.......................................................................

Parts List...........................................................................................

Maintenance.....................................................................................

Notes................................................................................................

Warranty...........................................................................................

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS

THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM

90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

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WARRANTY

This MASTERFORCE

™

brand tool carries our 90-Day Money Back Guarantee.

If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE

™

brand power tool for

any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your

original receipt to any MENARDS

retail store, and we will provide you a refund - no

questions asked.

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

This MASTERFORCE

brand tool carries our famous No Hassle Lifetime Limited

Warranty to the original purchaser. If, during normal use, this MASTERFORCE

power

tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, simply bring the tool with

the original sales receipt back to your nearest MENARDS

retail store. At its discretion,

MASTERFORCE

agrees to have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced

with the same or similar MASTERFORCE

product or part free of charge, within the

stated warranty period, when returned by the original purchaser with original sales

receipt. Not withstanding the foregoing, this lifetime limited warranty does not cover any

damage that has resulted from abuse or misuse of the Merchandise. This warranty: (1)

excludes expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, bits, light

bulbs, and/or batteries; (2) shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and/or rental

purposes; and (3) does not cover any losses, injuries to persons/property or costs. This

warranty does give you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary

from state to state. Be careful, tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained.

Seller’s employees are not qualified to advise you on the use of this merchandise. Any

oral representation(s) made will not be binding on seller or its employees. The rights

under this lifetime limited warranty are to the original purchaser of the merchandise and

may not be transferred to any subsequent owner. This lifetime limited warranty is in lieu

of all warranties, expressed or implied including warranties or merchantability and fitness

for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or

consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy against the seller will be for the

replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long as the seller is willing or able to

replace this product or is willing to refund the purchase price as provided above. For

insurance purposes seller is not allowed to demonstrate any of these power tools for you.

For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts -

Please call toll free at: 1-800-255-7011 (M-F 8am - 6pm CST)

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, operating and maintenance

procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice

number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for

future reference.

Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual,

Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual, including all safety

alert symbols such as “danger”, “warning”, and “caution”, before using this power tool.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electrical shock, ﬁre and/or

serious personal injury.

WARNING:

NOTES

SAVE THIS MANUAL

1. Mount only according to these instructions.

Improper mounting can create hazards.

2. Keep work area clean and well lit.

3. Keep bystanders out of the area during use.

4. This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with or near this item.

5. Use for intended purposes only.

6. Inspect before use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.

7. Maintain product labels and nameplates.

These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact 1-800-255-7011

for a replacement.

8. Before drilling vise mounting holes, check for hidden electrical wires or cords in drilling path.

9. Do not use this product if under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

Read safety warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reﬂexes are

impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not use this product.

10. Use eye and hand protection. Wear ANSI-approved safety impact goggles and heavy-duty

work gloves during use.

11. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught in

moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becoming caught in

the moving parts.

12. When working with the anvil, do not strike with a hardened tool.

it could chip the anvil and/or the tool.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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NOTE

The following safety warnings and precautions.

Adjustable Screw

Base Plate

Adjustable base screw

Anvil

Clamp Jaws

Pipe Jaws

Rotational Locking Screw

1 pcs

2 pcs

1 pcs

DESCRIPTION QTYPART #

1. Adjusting the vise base plate loosen the adjustable base screw, (part / adj base screw)

until loose. Rotate the vise to the desired position and tighten the before mentioned

adjustable base screws.

2. Clamping Turn the adjustable screw (part / adj screw) to the desire clamping force. At no

point should you use an extended pole and or tube to increase the amount of force applied

to the adjustable screw as it will damage the vise

3. Anvil (if your vise includes one) when using the anvil (part / anvil) be sure to exercise caution.

Never hit with a hardened striking tool as it may cause shipping of the tool and or anvil and

or personal injury.

4. Adjusting the head loosen the rotational locking screw (part / rotational locking screw) and

rotate head freely to the desired angle. There are a total of 3 jaws to choose from, (straight

jaws, pipe jaws, and V jaws). After the desired angle and jaws have been chosen tighten the

rotational locking screw to keep the head from moving.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not operate this

product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

15. Damage could occur to your vise and/or work piece if you overtighten the Handle.

16. Check for damaged parts. Before using this product, carefully check that

It will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts and

any other conditions that may affect its operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn

parts immediately.

17. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

18. Maintain product with care. Keep this product clean and dry, and all moving parts lightly

lubricated for better performance. Keep the handle dry, clean and free from oil, grease,

and solvents.

19. Use the right product for the right job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to

do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was

designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate

For which it was intended. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for any purpose

other than which it was intended.

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PARTS LIST

OPERATION

STEPS TO MOUNT A VISE

1. Avoid using solvents when cleaning.

2. Most items are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents.

3. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

4. Lubricate regularly.

MAINTENANCE

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1. Place the Vise on the surface you intend to mount it to.

2. With a marker trace the inside of the bolt mounting holes.

3. Remove the vise and pre drill holes for mounting hardware.

4. Place the vise back in place and align bolt pattern of base with pre drilled mounting holes.

5. Place screws (not included) through vise base and into pre drilled mounting surface.

6. Install screws being sure not to over tighten.

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MasterForce 243-1490 User manual

MasterForce 243-1490 User manual

MasterForce 243-1490 User manual

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