Rev. 5/3/2018
CRF, MANUAL
Copyright 2018 Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
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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 of using its products. However, material handling is
dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. Ultimately, the most effective way to prevent
injury is to apply sound judgment whenever using this device.
Improper or careless use could result in serious personal injuries or death.
Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling, installing, using or servicing the
product is a misuse
of the product
.
Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and
maintenance procedures.
DO NOT exceed the capacity of your unit (see Label 287 on product; also shown in “Labeling diagram” on p. 7).
Inspect the carpet pole before each use as described in “Inspections” on p. 6.
Before attaching the carpet ram to the carriage of your fork lift, inspect the carriage and confirm that all parts are
structurally sound and in nominal condition.
Always connect the safety chain to the carriage of your forklift without slack. The unit must not be able to slide on
the forks.
Verify that the load is stable by lifting the carpet just a few inches above the ground. Load swing should be
minimal and the carpet pole should not shift on the forks. If the load is not stable while elevated, return it to the
ground and use another device to transport it.
ALWAYS apply the rules governing use of (forklift) front end attachments applied at your work site.
DO NOT cover or remove any label. Verify the location and legibility of all labels as shown in the Labeling
Diagram on p. 7. DO NOT use this device UNLESS all product labels are readable and undamaged.
DO NOT ride or sit on the carpet pole.
DO NOT use the carpet pole to push objects. Only use the product to transport a roll of carpet.
ONLY use this product when traveling on firm, level, even ground.
DO NOT leave elevated rolls of carpet unattended. Always lower the load before leaving the forklift.
Carpet roll must not be longer than the pole. The carpet roll must not hang over the end of the pole. See “Using
the carpet ram” on p. 6 for loading instructions.
DO NOT modify the carpet pole in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil. Unapproved
modifications automatically void the limited warranty (see p. 8) and might make the product unsafe to use.
