DRAPER 68027 600mm Fold Down Workbench Instruction Manual

DRAPER 68027 600mm Fold Down Workbench

Preface

• These are the original product instructions. This document is part of the product; retain it for the life of the product, passing it on to subsequent holders. Read this manual in full before attempting to assemble, operate, or maintain this product.
• This Draper Tools manual describes the purpose of the product and contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. Following all the instructions and guidance in this manual will ensure the safety of both the product and the operator and increase the lifespan of the product.
• All photographs and drawings within this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate correct operation of the product.
• Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in this manual is accurate. However, Draper Tools reserves the right to amend this document without prior warning. Always use the latest version of the product manual.

Product Reference

• User Manual for : 600mm Fold Down Workbench
• Stock No : 68027
• Part No : WB600Y2

Revisions

• Version 1: January 2015 First release
• Version 2: December 2022
• General content and formatting updates
• As our manuals are continually updated, always ensure that the latest version is used.
• Please visit drapertools.com/manuals for the latest version of this manual and the associated parts list, if applicable.

Understanding the Safety Content of This Manual

• WARNING! – Situations or actions that may result in personal injury or death.
• CAUTION! – Situations or actions that may result in damage to the product or surroundings.
• Important : – Information or instructions of particular importance.

Copyright © Notice

• Copyright © Draper Tools Limited.
• Permission is granted to reproduce this manual for personal and educational use ONLY. Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring, or lending is strictly prohibited.
• No part of this manual may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Draper Tools Limited.
• In all cases, this copyright notice must remain intact.

Warranty

• Draper Tools products are carefully tested and inspected before shipment and are guaranteed to be free from defective materials and workmanship.
• Should the tool develop a fault, return the complete tool to your nearest distributor or contact Draper Tools directly. Contact information can be found at the back of this manual.
• Proof of purchase must be provided.
• If, upon inspection, it is found that the fault occurring is due to defective materials or workmanship, repairs will be carried out free of charge. This warranty covers parts and labour for the lifetime of the product. However, if the tools are hired out, the warranty period is 90 days from the date of purchase.
• This warranty does not apply to any consumable parts, batteries or normal wear and tear, nor does it cover any damage caused by misuse, careless or unsafe handling, alterations, accidents, or repairs attempted or made by any personnel other than the authorised Draper Tools repair agent.
• In all cases, to make a claim for faulty workmanship or materials within the standard warranty period, please contact or return the product to the place of purchase. Proof of purchase may be required.
• If the place of purchase is no longer trading or if you experience any difficulties with your warranty, please contact Customer Services with the product details and your proof of purchase. Contact details can be found at the back of this manual.
• If the tool is not covered by the terms of this warranty, repairs and carriage charges will be quoted and charged accordingly.
• This warranty supersedes any other guarantees expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised.
• Your Draper Tools guarantee is not effective until you can produce, upon request, a dated receipt or invoice to verify your purchase within the guarantee period.
• Please note that this warranty is an additional benefit and does not affect your statutory rights.
• Draper Tools Limited

Product Introduction

Scope

This folding workbench is designed for use as a portable work surface and saw horse with customisable clamping arrangements. Any other application beyond the conditions established for use will be considered misuse. Draper Tools accepts no responsibility for improper use of this product.
Part of our core range, this product is suitable for regular use by enthusiasts and tradespersons alike.
WARNING! – This product is not a toy and must be respected.
Read this manual in full before attempting to assemble, operate or maintain the product, and retain it for later use.

Specification

Health and Safety Information

Important: Read all Health and Safety instructions before attempting to operate, maintain or repair this product. Non-compliance with these instructions may result in injury or damage to the user or the product.

General Health and Safety Instructions

• Observe all standard safety precautions and good practices when in a workshop environment.

• Read all the safety information associated with any tools to be used in conjunction with this workbench.

  • Use all appropriate personal protective equipment when working with tools.
  • Be mindful that tools that may damage the workbench frame or work surface if used carelessly.

• Before every use, inspect the workbench for broken, cracked, loose or corroded parts.
  Important : DO NOT use this product if it is damaged or its structural integrity is compromised. Contact Draper Tools to discuss repair and replacement options.

• Ensure that the workbench is fully assembled, opened and tightened before use, with the folding braces locked in place.

• Ensure that the workbench is positioned on firm and level ground while it is in use.

  • DO NOT use the workbench on slippery or wet surfaces.

• DO NOT climb or stand on the workbench.

• DO NOT exceed the rated weight limit.

  • DO NOT store heavy loads on the workbench for extended periods.

• Position the workpiece so that the weight is evenly distributed and does not overbalance the workbench.

• NEVER clamp or mount tools to the workbench.

• DO NOT expose the product to rain or wet environments.

• Take care when lifting or moving the workbench.
  CAUTION! DO NOT overtighten the clamps.

Identification and Unpacking

Product Overview

1. Benchtop
2. Crank handles
3. Front legs
4. Rear legs
5. Clamp blocks
6. Tool holders
7. Folding braces
8. Diagonal braces

Identification and Unpacking

What’s in the Box?
Carefully remove the product from the packaging and examine it for any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment.

Before assembling the product, lay the contents out and check them against the parts shown below. If any part is damaged or missing, do not attempt to use the product. Please contact the Draper Tools Helpline; contact details can be found at the back of this manual.

• (A) 1 x Left leg assembly
• (B) 1 x Right leg assembly
• (C) 2 x Cross members
• (D) 1 x Front benchtop
• (E) 1 x Rear benchtop
• (F) 2 x Top frames
• (G) 4 x Clamping blocks
• (H) 4 x Feet
• (I) 4 x 13mm x 44mm half-threaded hex bolts
• (J) 8 x 10mm x 35mm half-threaded hex bolts
• (K) 16 x 5mm x 16mm self-tapping screws
• (L) 8 x 15mm washers
• (M) 8 x 11mm washers
• (N) 4 x 13mm nylon-insert lock nuts
• (O) 8 x 10mm nylon-insert lock nuts
• (P) 1 x Spanner tool
• (P1) 13mm spanner (P2) 10mm spanner

Packaging
Keep the product packaging for the duration of the warranty period for reference should the product need to be returned for repair.

WARNING! Keep packaging materials out of reach of children. Dispose of packaging correctly and responsibly and in accordance with local regulations.
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Assembly Instructions

Important: Read and understand all the safety instructions listed in this manual before attempting to assemble this product.
Important : Ensure all bolts are only FINGER TIGHT until assembly is complete. Then tighten all fixtures securely.

Assemble the Legs

The legs are assembled prior to shipment.
Important: When the workbench is fully assembled, the folding braces should be on the outside of the frame, with the diagonal braces on the inside.
Attach a foot (H) to the base of each leg so that the longest edges are on the outside corners.

Attach the Top Frames

1. Insert the upper ends of one of the leg assemblies between the brackets of a top frame (F) so that the holes align and the crank handle (2) is positioned above the front leg (3).
2. Pass two 13mm x 44mm half-thread hex bolts (I) each through a 15mm washer (L) and top frame bracket around the leg and secure each in place with another 15mm washer and a 13mm nylon-insert lock nut (N).
3. Repeat these steps for the other leg assembly, ensuring that the crank handle is positioned over the front leg.

Attach the Crossbars

1. Insert the cross members (C) between the two legs assemblies and align the holes.
   Important : The crossbar brackets can be shaped to fit comfortably around the leg as required.

2. Pass two 10mm x 35mm half-thread screws (J) through each of the crossbar brackets around the legs and secure each in place with an 11mm washer (M) and a 10mm nylon-insert lock nut (O).
   Important : Once assembled, the legs should bend outwards slightly at the bottom to improve the stability of the workbench

Attach the Benchtops

1. Place the rear benchtop (E) onto the rear U-brackets so that the eight small holes align with the brackets and the notch is on the inside edge.

2. Screw eight 5mm x 16mm self-tapping screws (K) up through the brackets and into the benchtop.
   Important : LOOSELY insert all eight screws before tightening them to ensure that all of the holes align correctly.

3. Repeat these steps for the front benchtop (D), keeping the ruled edge towards the crank handles

Finishing Touches

1. Tighten all bolts and screw fixings using the spanner supplied.
   Important : The nylon inserts inside the nuts should be broken when securely tightened. This provides additional security against the accidental loosening of bolts during use.

2. Insert the clamp blocks into the benchtop as required.
   Important : When complete, the folding braces between the front and rear legs should be on the outside of the frame and should fold upwards when the workbench is closed.

Operating Instructions

Important : Before using this product, read and understand all the safety instructions listed in this manual.

Unfolding and Folding the Workbench

1. To unfold the workbench:
2. Pull the front and rear legs apart.
3. Press down on the folding braces (7) to lock the legs in position.
4. To fold the workbench away:
5. Ensure that the crank handles are not in the downward position so as not to damage or obstruct the legs when folding.
6. Lift the folding braces (7) upwards to unlock the legs.
7. Push the front and rear legs together until the workbench is fully closed.

Clamping a Workpiece

Workpieces can be clamped directly between the benchtop pieces or between the clamp blocks. The clamp blocks can be repositioned as required to accommodate workpieces of varying shapes and sizes. The notches in the benchtop pieces can be used to grip pipes and tubing.

1. Position the clamp blocks (5) in the appropriate holes of the benchtop as required.

2. Use the crank handles (2) to separate or bring together the benchtop pieces as appropriate to grip the workpiece:

3. To separate the benchtop pieces, turn both crank handles anticlockwise.

4. To bring the benchtop pieces together, turn both 8 crank handles clockwise.
   Important : Adjust both crank handles together to open or close the benchtop evenly.

5. The crossbars may be used to store tools

Storage, Spares and Disposal

• Store the workbench in a clean and dry location, out of direct sunlight and out of reach off children.
  Important : DO NOT store heavy loads on the workbench for extended periods.

• For spare parts, servicing, and repair and replacement options, please contact the Draper Tools Product

• Helpline for details of your nearest authorised agent.

• Draper Tools will endeavour to hold any spare parts, if applicable, for seven years from the date that it sells the final matching stock item.

• Any servicing or repairs carried out by unauthorised personnel or installation of spare parts not supplied by Draper Tools will invalidate your warranty.

• At the end of its working life, dispose of the product responsibly and in line with local regulations.

• Recycle where possible.

• Explanation of Symbols

• Read the instruction manual

Contact Details

• Draper Tools
• Draper Tools Limited
• Hursley Road
• Chandler’s Ford
• Eastleigh
• Hampshire
• SO53 1YF
• UK

Delta International

• Delta International BV
• Oude Graaf 8
• 6002 NL
• Weert
• Netherlands

Website : drapertools.com
Email: sales@drapertools.com
Product Helpline : +44 (0) 23 8049 4344
Telephone Sales Desk : +44 (0) 23 8049 4333
General Enquiries: +44 (0) 23 8026 6355
General Fax : +44 (0) 23 8026 0784

Please contact the Draper Tools Product Helpline for repair and servicing enquiries.
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References

• Draper Tools Official Website | Hand Tools, Power Tools and Accessories
• Manuals | Draper Tools

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