Vestil CYL-P Series, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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Table of Contents Rev. 1/31/2020 CYL-P-X MANUAL
Table of Contents Copyright 2020 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 4 of 6
NATIONAL STANDARDS
This product is a caddy for cylinders of compressed gases. It facilitates movement of heavy cylinders
via lift truck. You should consult with local occupational safety and health specialists to determine
whether there are laws, ordinances, codes, etc. (“authorities”) that apply to cylinder caddies in the
location where it is used. If content in this manual conflicts with recommendations or mandatory
provision(s) in applicable authorities, apply the provision(s) from the authorities. Vestil encourages you
to immediately contact TECHNICAL SERVICE if you discover any conflicts.
USING THE CADDY
NOTE: Numbers in parenthesis () correspond to item numbers in the EXPLODED VIEW on p. 3.
The caddy has bays for cylinders. Put 1 cylinder in each bay. Bays can accommodate cylinders up to
9
1
/
2
” (24cm) in diameter. Each cylinder must be tall enough that its side wall touches both crossbars
when loaded on the caddy. To use the caddy to move cylinders, apply the following steps:
1. Move chains out of the way by disconnecting one of their
snap hooks (2) from the frame.
2. Load cylinders onto the caddy: 1 cylinder per bay. Make
sure that each cylinder rests firmly against the top and
bottom crossbars. Distribute cylinders evenly on each side
of the caddy.
3. Reattach the snap hooks to the frame.
4. The lifting arms have retaining brackets at both ends.
Adjust the positions of the forks on the fork carriage so that
the forks will fit between the retaining brackets and the
hook rings (dashed arrows in diagram).
5. Mount the caddy on the forks of your lift truck. Slowly and
carefully raise the caddy off of the ground. Only raise the
caddy as high as necessary.
6. Keep an eye on the caddy and cylinders while moving
them. Do not leave the caddy elevated. Always land the
caddy and dismount it from the lift truck before leaving it.
7. Set the caddy on even, level ground. Make sure that the
caddy is stable by lowering the forks a few inches below
the lifting arms. If the caddy is unstable, reposition it.
8. Unload the cylinders.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
Record the condition of the caddy before putting it into regular service. Thoroughly photograph the
unit from multiple angles. Include close range photos of all labeling, the base plate (floor), snap hooks
and hook rings (snap hook attachment points), and all welds. Write a description of the overall condition
of the caddy. Collate the photographs and writings into a single file. Mark the file appropriately to
identify it. This record is documentation of the caddy in satisfactory condition. Compare the results of all
inspections to this RECORD to determine whether the unit is in satisfactory condition. If the caddy is
not in satisfactory condition, repair it before returning it to service. Purely cosmetic changes, like
damaged paint/powdercoat, do not constitute changes from satisfactory condition. However, touchup
paint should be applied to all affected areas as soon as cosmetic damage occurs to prevent rusting and
corrosion. If left unaddressed, rusting/corrosion will degrade the condition of the caddy and could make
it unsafe to use.
LOAD TESTS
After creating a RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION and b efore using the caddy for the first
time, a qualified person should conduct a load test. The test load should be 125% of the rated load, i.e.
1000 pounds (454.5kg). Lift the caddy a few inches above the ground. After a couple minutes, return it
to the ground and unload it. Perform a Monthly Inspection as described in INSPECTIONS AND
MAINTENANCE (below). The caddy must undergo load testing whenever it is repaired.
Snap
hook
Crossbar
Crossbar
Hook
ring
Retaining
bracket
Lifting arm