Rev. 4/26/2018
CH-200, MANUAL
Copyright 2018 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
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Signal Words:
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to direct the reader’s attention to important safety-related
messages. These messages describe uses of the product that could result in personal injury or property
damage. Each signal word connotes a specific hazard level. The following are definitions of signal words
used in this manual.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury.
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that
might damage the product.
Hazards of Improper Use:
Vestil strives to identify all foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However,
material handling is dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The most effective
means of preventing injury is for the end-user to apply sound judgment whenever using this device.
If this product is used improperly or carelessly, serious personal injuries might result. To
reduce the likelihood of injury:
Review the safety messages included in the manuals for your crane, trolley, hoist, and all other devices
used with the lifter.
Inspect and maintain the lifter before each use according to the instructions on p. 5-6. These procedures
supplement
the inspection and maintenance procedures of ASME B30.20.
ONLY attach the lifter to a latching hook to prevent accidental detachment from the hoist.
DO NOT remove or obscure any label or tag. Verify that all labels as shown in the “Labeling Diagram” on
p. 6 are present and easily readable before each time the lifter is used.
DO NOT use the lifter if it cannot securely grasp a block.
DO NOT attempt to lift material that exceeds the load rating. ALWAYS make sure that the load weighs
no more than 200 pounds.
DO NOT lift a load higher than necessary.
DO NOT raise the load over your feet or any other part of your body.
DO NOT use the lifter to lift material over people.
Watch the lifter and load. You are less likely to be injured if the load remains within your sight at all
times.
DO NOT leave a suspended load unattended.
DO NOT modify the lifter in any way. Modifications might make the lifter unsafe to use and automatically
void the Limited Warranty (see p. 7).
