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4111-0024 — Apr. 2020
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Only trained personnel should operate the dock
leveler.
DO NOT use a broken or damaged dock leveler.
Make sure proper service and maintenance
procedures have been performed on leveler before
using.
Transport vehicle wheels must be chocked unless
a vehicle restraint is used. Never remove the wheel
chocks until loading/unloading is finished and
transport driver has been given permission to leave.
Make sure platform lip rests on the transport
vehicles bed with at least 4 in. (102 mm) of overlap.
Maintain a safe distance from side edges of leveler
during the loading/unloading process.
Operational Precautions
Stay clear of dock leveler and vehicle restraint
when transport vehicle is entering or leaving dock
area.
DO NOT move or use the dock leveler or restraint if
anyone is under or in front of leveler.
Keep hands and feet clear of pinch points. Avoid
putting any part of your body near moving parts.
OPERATION
8 in. (203 mm)
10 in. (254 mm)
The VSH hydraulic dock leveler is designed to
compensate for a m10 in. (254 mm) above
and - 8 in. (203 mm) below dock difference between
the loading dock and the transport vehicle bed*. DO
NOT use the dock leveler if the transport vehicle
bed is more than 10 in. above (higher than) or 8 in.
below (lower than) the dock floor.
*Service height may vary with design specifications.
DO NOT overload the dock leveler.
DO NOT operate any equipment while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
DO NOT leave equipment or material unattended on
the dock leveler.
