Rev. 1/19/2017
PLDL, MANUAL
Copyright 2017 Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
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Loading Instructions:
Study the entire manual before using this cart
.
A copy of the manual should be available to users at all times. Read
the manual whenever necessary to refresh your understanding of the recommended operation, inspection, and
maintenance procedures.
Improper or careless use might result in serious personal injuries.
Inspect the dolly before each use according to the “Inspections & Maintenance” instructions below. Immediately
remove the dolly from service and/or replace it if a problem(s) is found during any inspection.
DO NOT modify the dolly in any way UNLESS you first obtain express, written approval from Vestil. Unauthorized
modifications might make the product unsafe to use, and could result in personal injury.
DO NOT attempt to move a load/material with the dolly if you cannot
easily
control the load. Use a different material
handling method to transport the load/material.
DO NOT walk beside the load while transporting it with the dolly. If you lose control of the load, it might fall on top of
you. Always position yourself entirely behind the load and push the load to the desired location.
Step 1: Determine the proper location for the dolly.
Orient the load / material with the longest dimension
parallel to the ground. Position the center line of the
dolly in line with the vertical center line of the
load/material as shown in the diagram to the right. If
the dolly is not properly centered, the slab material will
not be level. Push the load from one end, and make
sure that your body remains completely behind the
load while moving it with the dolly. Do not lift the load
while pushing it; try to simply push the load in a
direction parallel to the floor.
Step 2: If you cannot easily control the slab material by yourself,
ask someone to assist you. The helper should stabilize and
guide the load from the front, while you also stabilize the load
and push it from the rear. If the load still cannot be easily
controlled, do not use the dolly to transport the material.
Step 3: If the length of the slab material requires 2 dollies to
adequately stabilize the load, position the dollies equal
distances from (on either side of) the vertical centerline (see
diagram to the right). A second person should help you move
the material according to the instructions in step 2.
Plate/slab material
Center point
Horizontal
center line
Vertical center line
Dolly
Improperly centered dolly
Distance
from
center line
Same
distance
as other
side
Ground
Dolly width adjustment (PLDL-ADJ models only):
Release both clamps on one side and either push
the sides together or pull them apart. To release
a clamp, pull the clamp locks towards the wheel
on the same side as shown in the diagram.
