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SKU 94782

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

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tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.  

Service or 

maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

when servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts.  follow instruc-
tions in the 

“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” 

section of this manual. 

 

Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create 
a risk of electric shock or injury.

spEcific sAfEty rulEs

Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.  

These carry important information.  

If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

Maintain a safe working environment.  

Make sure there is adequate surrounding 

workspace.  Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.

when using a handheld power tool, always maintain a firm grip on the tool 
with both hands to resist starting torque.

Avoid unintentional starting.  

Make sure you are prepared to begin work before 

turning on the tool.

Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.

people with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.  

Elec-

tromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker 
interference or pacemaker failure.  In addition, people with pacemakers should:
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Avoid operating alone.

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Don’t use with power switch locked on.

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Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock.

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Any power cord must be properly grounded.  Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter 

(GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock.

never lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop.  

Moving parts can 

grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control.

never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.   

Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.

wArning:  some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, 
and other construction activities, contains chemicals known [to the state of 
california] to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.  

Some 

examples of these chemicals are: 
Lead from lead-based paints 
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products 

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Summary of Contents for 94782

Page 1: ...t our website at http www harborfreight com To prevent serious injury read and understand all warnings and instructions before use Copyright 2007 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 or replacement parts please c...

Page 2: ... the front cover Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly dia gram or write month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or seriou...

Page 3: ...of electric shock if your body is grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immediately Dam aged Power Cords incr...

Page 4: ...or which it is not intended Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Al...

Page 5: ... tool Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Elec tromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure In addition people with pacemakers should Avoid operating alone Don t use with power switch locked on Properly maintain and inspect to avoid el...

Page 6: ...f the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facil ity before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Tools Tools With Three Prong Plugs Note The Electric Power Nibbler has a 3 Prong Plug Tools marked with Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be conne...

Page 7: ... use a heavier gauge extension cord Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a seri ous drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage See Table A The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Table A When using more than one extension cord to make u...

Page 8: ...RD LENGTH 25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 0 2 0 18 18 18 18 16 2 1 3 4 18 18 18 16 14 3 5 5 0 18 18 16 14 12 5 1 7 0 18 16 14 12 12 7 1 12 0 18 14 12 10 12 1 16 0 14 12 10 16 1 20 0 12 10 TABLE A Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150 of the rated amperes Symbology Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc V Volts Alternating Curr...

Page 9: ...e Auxiliary Handle 25 into the hole To attach the Fixed Handle 21 onto the Nibbler select the desired threaded hole on either side of the Housing 11 Slide Flat Washer 22 onto External Hex Bolt 23 and thread Fixed Handle 21 into threaded hole The Fixed Handle 21 and the Auxiliary Handle 25 can also be used together as in the cover photo Install the Fixed Handle 21 as in Step 3 above Then thread the...

Page 10: ...ol Disconnect it from the power source INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING WARNING Make sure the Power Switch of the tool is in its OFF position and that the tool is unplugged from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked ...

Page 11: ...y with approved replacement Carbon Brushes 44 If the Carbon Brushes appear fine and only dirty you may clean them off with a pencil eraser Gently rub with the eraser until the dirt has been removed Remove any eraser dust which may have occurred during cleaning Reinstall the Carbon Brushes back into the Brush Holders 43 Replace both Ad justable Screws 42 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Prob...

Page 12: ...ner Hex Bolt 4 27 Elastic Washer 4 28 Flat Washer 4 29 Positioned Sleeve 1 30 Motor End Casing 1 31 Self Tapping Screw 4 32 Plastic Sealing Washer 1 Part Description Q ty 33 Ball Bearing 1 34 Helical Gear right 1 35 Fan 1 36 Rotor 1 37 Ball Bearing 1 38 Brass Washer 1 39 Air Shutter Cover 1 40 Stator 1 41 Motor Housing 1 42 Adjustable Screw 2 43 Carbon Brush Holder 2 44 Carbon Brush 2 45 Self Tapp...

Page 13: ...Page 13 SKU 94782 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Parts and Assembly Diagram continued on next page Collar Wrench 63 and Hex Wrench 64 not shown Parts and assembly diagram ...

Page 14: ...Page 14 SKU 94782 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PARTS AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...

Page 15: ...ir 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...

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