Rev. 2/27/2019
SPB-P-72 MANUAL
Copyright 2019 Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
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Signal Words:
This manual classifies personal injury risks and situations that could lead to property damage with SIGNAL
WORDS. A safety message appears with a signal word that describes an improper/dangerous use of the product.
The signal word indicates the seriousness of the injury that could result from the described use.
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:
Vestil strives to identify all hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material handling is
dangerous and no manual can address every risk. The most effective means for preventing accidents is for the
end-user to exercise common sense and sound judgment whenever using this product.
If this product is used or maintained improperly serious personal injuries or death might result.
ALWAYS use the product properly.
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Read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using or servicing the product
.
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Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures.
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DO NOT attempt to resolve any issue with the product unless you are both authorized to do so and
certain
that it
will be safe to use afterwards.
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DO NOT modify the product in any way. Unauthorized modifications might make the plow unsafe to use and
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DO NOT exceed the capacity of the plow. Capacity is provided on Label 287, which is shown in the
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Inspect the plow before each use according to the
procedures on p. 6. Look for signs of excessive
wear, damage, or distortion. Check all fasteners and confirm that they are securely tightened and undamaged.
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Review the safety messages included in the manual(s) for your fork truck and operate it according to the
instructions while using this plow / fork attachment.
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DO NOT stand or walk, or allow any other person to stand or walk, beneath an elevated plow. Always maintain
ample separation between the plow and all persons involved with snow-clearing operations. DO NOT plow nearby
or towards any person.
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Remain at a safe distance from the fork lift and plow while the plow is in use.
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ONLY use the plow to move snow. For example, DO NOT push equipment, vehicles, pallets, etc.
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DO NOT leave the fork truck unattended if the plow is elevated. Always lower the forks until the plow rests on the
ground.
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DO NOT remove or obscure any label. Verify the placement and legibility of all labels as shown in the
on p. 6. DO NOT use this device UNLESS all product labels are readable, undamaged, and fastened
securely to the plow.
Proper use, maintenance, and storage are essential for this product to function properly.
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Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any training applied
to fork truck operation at your workplace
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Periodically lubricate moving parts.
