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Low-Profile Sign Stand With Latch Bracket and Spring for Roll-Up Signs


	Roll-up sign locks into place without tools.

	To remove the sign lift up tab. This opens the lock.

	The legs can be extended by pushing the lock pin in and pulling the leg outward to next locking pinhole.

	The legs can be locked in 3 different positions to level on uneven surfaces. The spring loaded base is designed for windy areas.

Universal Sign Holder for Roll-Up Signs


	Roll-up signs install easily into the universal sign holder. Simply rest the bottom of the vertical support on the mount and clamp it in place by turning the knob on the clamp bracket.

	The legs can be extended by pushing the lock pin in and pulling the leg outward to next locking pinhole.

	The legs can be locked in 3 different positions to level on uneven surfaces.

Low-Profile Sign Stand


	The vertical bottom support channel on the Roll-up sign can be inserted into the sign stand bracket by gently pushing the support channel into the sign stand bracket.

	To remove the sign lift up tab. This opens the lock.

	The legs can be extended by pushing the lock pin in and pulling the leg outward to next locking pinhole.

	The legs can be locked in 3 different positions to level on uneven surfaces.

Particle Fuel Filter Kit


	Particle filter kit helps stop contamination caused by dirt, silt and corrosion. Kit includes installation instructions and hardware to attach to the pump, fits 1" inlets and is for use with FR4210 pump.
	The filter kit includes: Particulate Filter Elbow Filter Head

	Inside the filter is the filter to filter head base gasket.

	Remove the ring and install the gasket on the filter head.

	The inside of the pipe nipple measures about 1 inch.

	The outside of the pipe threads measures about 1-5/16 inch.

	The inside of the 1 inch nipple measures about 1-1/8 inch.

	The specs and warnings are printed on the filter label.

Star Lightbar


	The SX24A is a 24-inch, 3-strobe, permanent mount mini lightbar. Each strobe produces 75 quad flashes per minute for a total output of 225 quad flashes per minute. The lightbar output is 6 amps, 74 watts and 17.6 joules and it meets SAE J845 Class 1 and CA Title 13 regulations. It is 24"L x 7-1/4"W x 4-3/4"H and weighs 11-1/2 lbs.

	The mini lightbar offers a very unique range of truck light color schemes, featuring outer bar lenses that you can mix and match with inner strobe lenses. Pictured above is an amber outer lens and below are the clear inner strobe lenses. Available lens colors are AMBER, BLUE, RED, and CLEAR in either outer or inner strobe lenses.

	The outer lens is held on by 3 screws on each end.

	The bar includes an adhesive backed gasket and mounting bolts.

	The bottom of the bar has 2 full-length channels to install mounting bolts.

	The bolts are inserted in the starting hole in the channel.

	The bolts match the holes in the gasket along the channel.

	The lightbar model number id tag is on the lightbar base.

FH10A Dimensions & Components


	FH10A is 1/2" chain with a 2-ft.-reach, Grade-100 chain assembly.
	Foundry Hook Connector Link Grade-100 Chain Master Link

	The Foundry Hook opening is 3-1/2".

	Chain Tag

AW Pull Grips


	The TSX1C is a complete Pull Grip that includes T-handle, barrel, roll pins, spring, and plunger,

	Assembled in un-locked position. Assembled in locked position


	The TSX1B included all parts except the barrel.

	TSX1AWW includes T handle and roll pins

Sweatshirt Measurements


	** Because sweatshirts are mass produced, measurements may be + or – 1", depending how the material is measured. Measurements below were taken on a flat surface with sweatshirts in a relaxed arrangement.
	CENTER OF BACK TO END OF SLEEVE

	MEDIUM – 34" LARGE – 36" XLARGE – 36" 2XLARGE – 37"

	SINGLE SLEEVE LENGTH

	MEDIUM – 23" LARGE – 24" XLARGE – 23" 2XLARGE – 23"

	COLLAR TOWAIST ON BACK


	MEDIUM – 27" LARGE – 28" XLARGE – 30" 2XLARGE – 30"

	ACROSS THE CHEST

	MEDIUM - 22" LARGE – 24" XLARGE – 25" 2XLARGE – 28"

Connecting Links


	Connector links are used to connect chain to chain or chain to Master Links. The connector link is connected with a load pin that is pressed in. The collar or stud is fitted between the two half pieces of links.
	Half Piece Load Pin Collar/Stud Half Piece

	To connect, join the two half pieces

	Insert the collar/stud. Insert the load pin and press in

	Connecting link assembled

Super LED Beacon and Mirror Mount Bracket


	The lens can be taken off by removing 2 opposite screws.

	Bottom base of light

	A gasket is included to separate the light-base and MRR20 bracket.

	The MRR20 includes mounting plate with bracket to mount light to mirror tube.

Easy Off Twist Socket Set


	These sockets grip lock nuts that threaded or wedge-style sockets just can't touch. 5 sizes fit virtually every lock lug nut on the market. Easy to use and works with impact gun or breaker bar. Kit includes plastic case, 5 sizes of twist sockets and straight rod to remove wedged lug from socket.

Flexsweep Broom Heads and Handles


	The broom heads are available in fine, medium and coarse bristle with 2 pre-drilled holes in the head to attach the handle. The handle includes the mounting support which includes 2 mounting screws and an allen wrench.


	The handle support includes allen head screws while some broom heads include hex head screws. The only difference between the allen head screws and hex head screws is the screw head. The screw threads are the same on both, so you can use either screws.

Wheel Masters® Valve Extenders


	The Wheel Masters® valve extensions are available in rubber or stainless steel to fit 16"- to 19-1/2"-dia. dual wheels. For wheels with exposed axle, remove opposite axle cover bolts, then install two flat brackets. For wheels with wheel cover over axle, pop rivet “L” brackets to wheel cover.

Maxxima® Surface Mount Warning Lights


	The AX0373 light includes the gasket, light, snap-on black bezel and mounting screws.

	The light has 4 LEDs. Wiring Diagram Sheet Included.

	The back of the light base is flat.

	Drill holes in mounting surface

	Install light with supplied screws

	Snap bezel in place

	Light information on box

	Flash pattern sequence on box

	Color code for wires

Whelen Lightbar


	AW Item # WB34PA includes the lightbar, 8ft power cable, mounting bolts, and instruction manual.

	Stainless Steel Mounting Bolts

	The foot pad can be moved back and forth by loosing the lock screw with a hex wrench (not included).

	Lightbar Model number Series Whelen Part Number

	Corner Strobe Assembly Work Lights

	Amber Lens 6 ½” Clear Lens 5” Lens Divider End Cap

Towmate Wireless LED Wide Load Lightbar


	The WTL36B andWTL48B lightbars are shipped with instructions, a 7 pin transmitter, and a 7 pin charge plug.

	The 7 pin transmitter is plugged into the truck’s 7 pin socket.

	7 pin transmitter plug end and Truck 7 pin socket

	A 7 pin charge plug is included (you supply the red power and black ground wire, and fuse).

	On the bottom of the lightbar is a 7 pin charge socket to plug in the 7 pin charge plug to charge the batteries.


	NOTE: • Remember to read instructions first • Charge Batteries before using • It takes about 6 to 8 hrs to charge the batteries • Batteries will run about 10 hrs on a full charge.

Go Jack Replacement Caster and Wheel Assemblies




	Caster and Wheel Assembly



	Wheel and Bearing

Self Adhesive Strip Lights


	The ½"-wide, 36"-long strip lighting has a self-adhesive back that sticks to most surfaces. Includes two 10"-long leads and 18 LEDs per foot for a total of 54 LEDs.

Bumper Guides and Parts ID


The bumper guides come in a pair – one for each side of the bumper. Also included are the mounting clamps and wire.

Mounting clamps		Bottom of bumper guide

Lens Chrome Lens Cap Spacer

	Bulb Socket and Wires

The chrome lens cap threads onto the threads of the bumper guide.

The Amber lens fits inside the chrome lens cap.	The spacer fits over the bulb and socket.

Bare(Self-Colored) and Zinc Coated Chain


	The chain on the left is bare chain or self-colored	The chain on the right is self-colored chain that is zinc-coated

	When the manufacturer makes custom chain assemblies, some of the links or hooks may be self-colored. The manufacturer can have the self-colored pieces zinc coated but there is a charge and a longer lead time. The zinc coating is rust resistant for longer chain life.

LED Light Flash Patterns


	There are 25 possible combinations of flash patterns for the AWD3 LED Lights. The lights can flash the same pattern, different patterns or alternate a flash pattern between two lights (this is also called Wig-Wag).

Covermax Slings


	These green synthetic slings are made with K-Spec® high performance fibers and have a bulked nylon outer cover that is virtually abrasion resistant. The Twin-Path® patented design provides the rigger with double the protection in the event that one path is cut. These slings have 1% stretch at rated capacity and are made in matched lengths. All Twin-Path Extra Slings have the Check-Fast® Inspection System designed to improve job-site safety. If the sling is overloaded, the External Warning Indicator is designed to disappear before the sling fails, alerting you to take the sling out of service. These slings conform to ASME B30.9 Chapter Six and US Navy NAVFAC P-307 Section 14
	All slings are measured from end to end, not the full length or circumference.

	The Twin-Path sling has an EWI (External Warning Indicator). If the EWI is missing, remove the sling from service.

Recovery Hooks

Fire Extinguishers

Our Dry Chemical fire extinguishers listed below are Suitable for
Class A, Class B, and Class C fires.

Long Reach Tools

The Big Blue and Baby Blue both have white protective tips on the end. The Big Blue has a 6.6mm diameter shaft and uses the 6002226 protective tip. The Baby Blue has a 5mm diameter shaft and uses a smaller tip.

Inflation Gauges

The gauge bar has changed on this inflation gauge. The old style was 3 sided with psi on all 3 sides. The new gauge bar is square and reads psi on 2 sides and kPa on 2 sides.

Sweatshirts

The full-zip hooded and quarter-zip sweatshirts no longer have quilted lining. Instead, they now have a polyester lining while maintaining the softshell, polyamide fabric that’s infused with DuPont™ Teflon® fabric protector.

NOTE: Teflon® is a registered trademark of DuPont™ used under license by GHC Specialty Brands LLC.

Cluster Hooks

Identifying hooks on cluster hook assemblies,
R, T, J, Datsun, Hammerhead, Grab.

Rubber Clamps


The long arm rubber clamp is adjustable from ½ inch to 4½ inch in diameter. The clamp can be used on a flat level surface or fastened to a wall.

	Side view			Top view

	Mounting

	The strap is 19 inches long and 1½ inches wide

		Works on flat horizontal surface

			Works on vertical or wall flat surface

Locking Hook Latch

Available in January there is a new style of Hook and Latch. The hook has a push pin that is spring loaded, when the pin is pushed the latch can be turned directly over the slot in the grab hook, when released the latch is locked onto the hook. Only available as hook and latch combination, latch not sold separate.

CARB Spouts

8 Point Tie Down

The 8 point tie down is a suggested way to tie down a vehicle on a flatbed.
The TP419 has 4 ratchets with chain ends, 4 straps 14ft long with chain ends and 4 double loop straps.

The 8 point means the vehicle is tied down or secured at 8 different points on the bed. Each wheel is secured at 2 points. In the photo below the long strap with chain end is secured to the banjo eye or slot on the bed. The strap is then routed through the double loop strap and into the ratchet. The ratchet has a chain end and the chain is set in the grab hook on the bed. The ratchet is then tightened to complete the installation.

Level Winders RM75A RM75B

The RM75A and RM75B Ramsey level winders have 2 main springs. The springs fit over the spring retainer. The spring retainer is bolted to the winch mounting angle. The hooks on the spring arm are hooked over the tensioner. Parts bag included to bolt down the retainer. Instructions for the 4 level winders can be are found on AW’S web site under AW’S item number.

Fuse in Charge Cord

Most 12V charge cords have a fuse in the end of the plug in. To remove fuse
un-screw the serrated collar on the end.

Serrated colar sizes and styles may vary

Strobe Light Bulb Sockets


There are different types of strobe tube mounting bases and 2 different types of connectors.


	POP-IN Requires a 1 inch hole then the Pop-in type is pushed in the hole and held in by the undersized groove.	SCREW-IN Requires a 1 inch hole then the screw-in type is pushed in the hole with a gasket. The base has 2 - 1/8 pre-drilled holes, then drill 2 holes in the housing and fasten the strobe base to the housing with 2 screws.			TWIST-LOCK STYLE SOCKET & HOUSING The beveled twist tab is inserted in the opening of the housing then push down and twist to lock in place.

	The DEUTSCH Style has a triangular shape and is waterproof.					The Amp Style has a rectangular shape.

	The DEUTSCH connectors have waterproof ends that are sealed where the wires enter the connector.			The DEUTSCH center has a waterproof seal and latch lock connector to make it waterproof.

	The AMP connectors are not waterproof, both ends are open.		The AMP center connector has no seal or locking device only press fit.

Please Note: The information contained in this publication is intended for general information purposes only. This publication is not a substitute for review of the applicable government regulations and standards, and should not be construed as legal advice. The goal of Tech Tip of the Week is to provide accurate information on the subject matters covered. However, it is impossible to guarantee absolute accuracy of the materials. Therefore, the publisher cannot assume any responsibility for omissions, errors or misprinting contained within this publication. GHC Specialty Brands, LLC. P.O. Box 5185, Janesville, WI 53547-5185, USA Tel: 800-243-3194 Fax: 800-828-9678.