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8. 

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.

9.  

 

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES.  When servicing, use only  

 

identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this  

 

product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

10.  

  MAINTAIN PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry, and   

 

moving parts lightly lubricated for better performance. Keep product dry, clean  

 

and free from oil, grease, and solvents.

11. 

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.

12. 

WORKING WITH GLUE.  Always be careful of fumes and always have proper  

 

ventilation.  Keep glue away from children.

 

 

 

 

 

      UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page #5)  are 
included.  If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the 
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

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Using the Ratcheting Strap Clamp for Laminate Flooring:

This Ratcheting devise will work as a floor clamp to aid you in laying your laminate 

floor panels. This clamp can only be used to tighten a total length of 14 ft. of floor 

panels. 

1. 

Place the laminate flooring panels in accordance with the manufacturer’s 

 

instructions.

2. 

Lay 3 panels as instructed, leaving a space for expansion around the edges of

 

the floor.

3. 

With the Metal Plate (#1) pre-assembled with the yellow Strap (#2), insert over

 

the edge of the first panel of laminate flooring.

4. 

Lay the yellow Strap (#2) across the flooring area. With the Ratchet (#3), hook 

 

under the third floor board. 

See Figure 1.

#2 Strap

#1 Metal Plate

Figure 1

#3 Ratchet

Flooring 

Boards

     First

Second

Third

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