Rev. 10/2/2020
LLW MANUAL
Copyright 2020 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
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INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE
Regular inspections and maintenance are necessary to keep the device in normal condition. Compare the results
to determine whether the unit is satisfactory condition or requires repairs or
replacement parts. If you are uncertain whether a part requires repair or replacement, contact
for
assistance.
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Periodically lubricate moving parts.
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Keep the product clean and dry.
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Only use manufacturer- approved replacement parts.
At least once every 2 weeks, inspect the following components
:
1. Winch, winch mounting bracket (see
on p. 18), cable, and pulley: Cycle the deck
up and down. Listen for unusual noises and watch for binding or rough movement as the deck moves. Examine
the winch. Make sure that the spool is intact and rotates smoothly when the handle is turned. Inspect the
mounting bracket. The winch should be solidly attached to the bracket. Tighten all loose fasteners. Lower the
deck and examine the cable for reeving, stretching, thinning portions, etc. Confirm that the pulley rotates freely
and is securely fastened to the mast.
2. Frame (mast, base, deck, and deck rollers): examine the frame members for damaged welds, severe rusting,
cracks, bends, etc. Remove rust with steel wool. Clean the affected areas and apply touch-up paint.
3. Casters and wheels: check each caster and wheel for wobbling, damage, and severe wear. Wheels and casters
should roll smoothly. Clean the casters to remove grit from the surfaces, if necessary.
4. Hardware: examine the pins, bolts, nuts, etc. Tighten loose fasteners.
5. Floor lock: if your unit is equipped with the floor lock option confirm that it makes solid contact with the ground
when applied. Check the condition of the rubber pad. Replace the pad if wear or damage affects its function.
Maintenance:
Implement a maintenance program to ensure that the lifter functions properly. Page 9 of ANSI/ITSDF
standard B56.10-2006, “Manually propelled high lift industrial trucks”, describes recommended maintenance
procedures. A copy of the standard is downloadable for free from the ITSDF website (see
). Apply those
recommendations in conjunction with the following steps.
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. Tag the lifter, “Out of Service.”
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. Inspect the lifter as described above. If deformity, corrosion, rusting, or excessive wear of structural members is
present, DO NOT use the lifter. If the deck does not move smoothly or makes noise as it moves up or down the
upright, apply a silicon wax or silicon spray to the inside of the mast frame.
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. Remove any dirt or other matter from the cable and pulleys and other lifter surfaces.
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. Perform all other necessary adjustments and/or repairs. DO NOT modify the lifter.
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. Make a dated record of the repairs, adjustments and/or replacements made.
6. Platform, mast and platform rollers: cycle the platform up and down while listening for unusual noises and
watching for binding or rough movement.
LABELING DIAGRAM:
The unit should be labeled as shown in the diagram. However, label content and
location are subject to change so your product might not be labeled exactly as shown. Thoroughly photograph the
unit when you first receive it as discussed in the
Record of Satisfactory Condition
sure that your Record includes a photograph of each label. Modify this diagram, if necessary, to indicate labeling
actually applied. Replace all labels that are, damaged, missing, or not easily readable (e.g. faded). Contact the
Replacement
Parts Department
http://www.vestilmfg.com/parts_info.htm to order replacement labels
.
You may also call (260) 665-7586 and ask the operator to connect you to the
Replacement Parts Department
.
A: Label 287 (on back side of mast)
B: Label 527 (on back
side of mast)
B
A
C
C: Label 208 (on both legs)
