Rev. 3/27/2018
FRA-4-238, MANUAL
Copyright 2018 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 4 of 5
Inspections & Maintenance
Before using the reel lifter for the first time, make a written record of its appearance. Describe the
receivers, chains, snap hooks, quick links, and the rod. Measure the mouth of each receiver and describe
how snugly the rod fits into the receivers. This record establishes “normal condition”. During future
inspections, compare your observations to the written record to determine if the unit is in normal
condition.
DO NOT use the lifter unless it is in normal condition
.
Inspect the following before each use:
1. Receiver: make sure that all welds are intact. Look for cracks warps, etc. The mouth of hooked
portions that receive the rod should not be widened. Remove rust with steel wool, clean the area, and
then apply touchup paint. Check the area around the hole for the quick link for cracks. The hole
should be circular—not elongated.
2. Reel rod: examine the rod for flattening, cracks, bends.
3. Safety chain, quick link, and snap hook: inspect all components for damage like warps and cracks.
Confirm that the snap hook latch closes automatically and securely. The threaded elements of the
quick link should tightly fasten together.
Labeling diagram
The reel lifter kit should alwys be labeled as shown in the diagram. Replace the tag if it is missing,
damaged, or not easily readable (e.g. faded).
Reverse side of tag
Labels 821 & 287
Obverse tag of tag
Label ####
*Tag attached to mid-length of chain with zip tie
