Table of Contents
12/2/20
FM MANUAL.DOCX
Table of Contents
Copyright 2020, Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
Page 3 of 20
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DO NOT use a dock leveler that has not been welded continuously across its top edge to the dock face.
DO NOT use a dock leveler if any welds are cracked.
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DO NOT use a dock leveler that rocks or shifts when a load is placed on it. Remove it from service until
it can be repaired.
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DO wear appropriate PPE. At a minimum, use footwear compliant with ASTM F2413 (formerly ANSI
Z41-1999) and eye guards compliant with ANSI Z87.1-2010.
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DO NOT use the dock leveler if you tire quickly or easily, or if you have experienced fainting spells. DO
NOT use the dock leveler if you are under the influence of alcohol, medication, or other substances that
affect your balance or coordination. Only use the dock leveler if you are in good physical health.
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DO NOT use a handle other than the factory-supplied handle to extend the dock leveler.
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DO maintain a firm footing when operating the dock leveler.
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DO NOT attempt to extend the dock leveler if no trailer is present in the dock, as the operator can lose
his balance.
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DO NOT extend the dock leveler while people in the truck bay are within reach of the unit.
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DO NOT store items on the dock leveler. DO NOT attempt to use the dock leveler if objects are on top
of it. ALWAYS check the dock leveler for foreign objects before use. Only use this item as intended.
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DO NOT exceed the load limit for the dock leveler. The load limit is printed on the nameplate label,
found on the right-hand side of the deck weldment.
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DO NOT force the lip plate to extend using your hands or other mechanical means. Remove it from
service until it can be repaired.
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DO inspect the dock leveler as described in Inspections & Maintenance on
page 17
. DO NOT use the
dock leveler unless it is in normal condition. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts if
repairs are necessary.
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DO NOT use this product UNLESS every label shown in the labeling diagram on
page 19
is in place,
undamaged, and easily readable.
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DO NOT modify the dock leveler in any way without express, written approval from Vestil
Manufacturing. Unapproved modifications automatically void the Limited Warranty on
page 20
and can
make the product unsafe to use.
MODEL NUMBER AND CAPACITIES
The model number, serial number and capacities are printed on the nameplate label, located on the left
side panel of the deck weldment (left and right correspond to those of the trailer). Include the model and serial
numbers in any correspondence with your dealer or the factory.
The load capacity rating as printed on the nameplate of your unit designates its net capacity. This capacity
must never be exceeded, as permanent damage or personal injury may result.
