ELEVATE CARGO-CART - User Manual

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Hitch-Mounted Cargo/Game Cart
Instructions for Part #CARGO-CART
General Guidelines
• It is the user’s responsibility to read and follow all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in serious injury or death.
• Keep these instructions with the product at all times and review before each use.
• It is the responsibility of this product’s owner to furnish the instructions to any person that borrows
or purchases the product.
• Inspect the product before use to ensure it is assembled properly and all parts are in safe working
order and free of defects.
• Never modify this product in any way.
• All circumstances cannot be addressed in these instructions. Please use common sense and prac-
tice general safety measures when using this product.
• Parts and/or instructions are subject to change without notice.
• Weight capacity when used as a cargo carrier is 500 lbs. Weight capacity when used as a game
cart is 300 lbs.
• This carrier is designed for 2” hitch receivers.
Work Area
• Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the Cargo Cart. Distractions can cause you to
lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from the operator’s view that
may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage.
• Be alert of your surroundings. Using the Cargo Cart in conned work areas may put you danger-
ously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when using the Cargo Cart. Do not
use the Cargo Cart while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating an Cargo Cart may result in serious personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts.
• Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields which
comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust mask in dusty
work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hard-
hat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.

Summary

General Guidelines

Work Area

Ensures a safe and efficient environment for operating the cargo cart, emphasizing cleanliness and lighting.

Personal Safety

Highlights essential safety practices, including staying alert, proper dress, and using safety equipment.

Use and Care

Product Warranty and Liability

Details the product warranty, its limitations, and the manufacturer's liability for defects and misuse.

Diagram and Parts List

Tools Needed

Specifies the necessary tools required for assembling the hitch-mounted cargo/game cart.

Assembly

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The device is a hitch-mounted cargo and game cart, identified by part number #CARGO-CART, designed for versatile use in transporting goods.

Function Description:

This product serves a dual purpose: as a cargo carrier and a game cart. It is designed to be mounted onto a vehicle's 2-inch hitch receiver for transportation, and can also be converted into a trolley for manual movement. The cart features a foldable design, allowing for compact storage and ease of use. Its primary function is to assist in moving heavy or bulky items, whether attached to a vehicle or manually pulled as a cart.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Weight Capacity:
  • As a cargo carrier: 500 lbs
  • As a game cart: 300 lbs
• Hitch Receiver Compatibility: Designed for 2-inch hitch receivers.
• Components: The cart consists of several key parts, including:
  • Left and right carrier frames (Part #1, #2)
  • U-tube handle (Part #3)
  • Connecting swivel tube (Part #4)
  • M8*35 outer hexagon bolts (Part #5) and M8 lock nuts (Part #6) for secure connections
  • Square pins (Part #7) for locking mechanisms
  • Bottom welding assembly (Part #8)
  • Bent pins (Part #9) and hand wheels (Part #11) for locking and loosening states
  • M6 washers (Part #10)
  • Long bent pin (Part #12)
  • Protective sleeves (Part #13)
  • Solid rollers (wheels) (Part #14)
  • M3.8 split pin (Part #15)
• Tools Needed for Assembly: Adjustable wrench and 13mm wrench.

Usage Features:

• Versatile Operation: Can be used as a vehicle-mounted cargo carrier or converted into a hand-pulled trolley.
• Conversion Mechanism: The cart can be transformed from a carrier to a trolley by loosening bent pins, clamping hand wheels, rotating pins, pulling square pins, adjusting the U-tube handle, and connecting solid rollers with long bar bent pins. This allows for flexible use depending on the transportation needs.
• Secure Loading: Users are instructed to distribute loads evenly to prevent tipping and personal injury. The ramp of the carrier must be folded and secured, and the load itself properly secured, prior to transport.
• Locking and Loosening States: The design incorporates bent pins and hand wheels that allow for locking and loosening the carrier frame to the bottom welding assembly. Rotating the bending pin to 90 degrees switches between locked and loosened states.
• Assembly Process: The assembly involves several steps:
  1. Installing the left carrier frame with the right carrier frame, fitting the rotary shaft and axle sleeve.
  2. Inserting the U-tube handle into the left carrier frame.
  3. Connecting the swivel tube to the U-tube handle and carrier frames using bolts and lock nuts.
  4. Securing the U-tube handle to the left carrier frame with square pins.
  5. Installing the assembled carrier frame onto the bottom welding assembly, using bent pins, M6 washers, and hand wheels for secure attachment.
  6. Attaching the solid rollers (wheels) using the long bent pin, protective sleeve, and M3.8 split pin.
• Safety Guidelines:
  • Read and follow all instructions to prevent serious injury or death.
  • Keep instructions with the product and review before each use.
  • Inspect the product before use for proper assembly and absence of defects.
  • Never modify the product.
  • Use common sense and general safety measures.
  • Keep the work area clean, clutter-free, and well-lit.
  • Keep children and bystanders away from the work area.
  • Be aware of hazards like power lines, electrical circuits, and water pipes.
  • Stay alert and do not operate while tired or under the influence.
  • Dress properly, avoiding loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry.
  • Use safety apparel and equipment, including safety goggles/glasses, face shield, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, and hearing protection.
  • Do not exceed load capacity.
  • Use on flat, level surfaces.
  • Store in a secure place out of reach of children when not in use.
  • WARNING: Flammable cargo can ignite from vehicle exhaust heat; avoid this condition.

Maintenance Features:

• Pre-Use Inspection: Always check for damaged or worn-out parts before using the Cargo Cart. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
• Storage: When not in use, store the Cargo Cart in a secure place out of the reach of children. Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
• No Modifications: The manual explicitly states not to modify the Cargo Cart in any way, as unauthorized modifications may impair function, safety, and equipment life.
• Warranty: The product comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty from the date of accepted delivery, covering defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty is non-transferable and covers only the original end purchaser. It does not cover products purchased through non-authorized dealers, or damage from repairs, modifications, unusual stress, natural disaster, improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident, negligence, tampering, or normal wear and tear. Product damage incurred during shipping must be noted on the Bill of Lading to be covered by warranty.

ELEVATE CARGO-CART Specifications

General

Brand	ELEVATE
Model	CARGO-CART
Category	Outdoor Cart
Language	English