Rev. 3/27/2018
FRA-4-238, MANUAL
Copyright 2018 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 5
Signal Words:
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to draw attention to uses of the product that could result in
personal injuries, as well as the probable seriousness of those injuries. “
NOTICE
” alerts the reader to
uses likely to result in property damage. Signal words used in this manual appear below along with the
definition of each word.
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 Use
Vestil strives to identify all risks associated with the use of its products, but no manual can address
every conceivable danger. The most effective means for avoiding injury is to use good judgment.
If this reel lifter kit is used improperly or carelessly, serious personal injuries or death might
result.
Each person who assembles, installs, uses, or maintains this product must read and understand the
entire manual before performing the activity.
Read the manual again to refresh your understanding
whenever necessary. If you have questions that are not answered in this instruction manual, contact Vestil
and ask for the technical service department. Phone numbers provided on page 1.
Federal regulation (29 CFR 1910.178) requires you to contact the manufacturer of each fork truck that will
use this kit. You must request:
1. Written approval; AND
2. Markings for each lift truck that: a) Identify the attachment; AND b) Give the approximate weight of the
truck and attachment at maximum elevation with a laterally-centered load.
Inspect all parts of this kit before each use. Confirm that they are in normal condition. “Normal condition”
is defined in “Inspections & maintenance” on p. ##.
Only use the reel lifter to lift or move spooled material. The weight of the spooled material must not
exceed the capacity of the kit (2,500 pounds; 1136kg).
DO NOT leave an elevated load unattended. Lower the forks until the material is fully supported by the
ground and disengage it from the lifter kit.
DO NOT modify this product without written authorization from Vestil. Unauthorized modifications
automatically void the Limited Warranty and might make the lifter unsafe to use.
Keep the forks as low as possible when traveling with a spool of material.
DO NOT raise a load over people or allow anyone to stand or reach beneath a suspended load.
