10/21/2010
rev. 10/22/2010
FTLP manual, operation instructions.doc
Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before
using or servicing the work platform constitutes misuse of the product.
Study the entire manual before you use the product for the first time and before each subsequent use.
Read the
manual to re fresh you r u nderstanding of the safe use, in spection an d mai ntenance procedures explai ned o n p. 5. If
questions remain about the product after you finish reading the manual, contact Vestil for answers. DO NOT attem pt to
resolve any problems with the work platform unless you are authorized to do so and are
certain
that it will be safe to use
afterwards.
S
AFETY
G
UIDELINES
Electrocution might result if the platform contacts electrified wires. Reduce the likelihood of electrocution by
applying
common sense
:
DO NOT
contact
electrified wires with any part of the platform;
DO NOT use the platform in an area where contact with electrified wires is likely;
DO NOT use the platform
close to
electrified wires or other sources of electricity;
Before using the platform, always inspect the usage area for unusual conditions that require special precautions.
Material ha ndling is dangerous. Improper or careless operation might result in se rious personal injuries
sustained by the fork truck ope rator, platform occupant, and/or bystanders. Apply to the foll owing suggestions to reduce
the likelihood of injury (unless law compels different action(s)):
Contact the manufacturer of your lift truck to verify that the truck is capable of safely handling the fully loaded platform.
To calculate the weight of a “fully loa ded platform,” select the specific model you own/use, find the net weight of you r
model in th e table above, and then add 2,000 pounds (909kg). The width of your pl atform must be equal to or le ss
than the width of your fork truck plus 10 inches (250mm).
ONLY use the platform as a means for lifting and transporting equipment NOT people.
DO NOT use a structurally compromised platform. Examples of structural damage includes: broken/severely damaged
railings, mast guard, or fork pockets, and holes produced by rust or corrosion in the platform floor. Inspect the platform
before each use according to the inspection instructions on p. 3-4. DO NOT use the platform unle ss it passes
every
part of the inspection.
DO NOT use the platform if the safe ty strap i s d amaged or missing; DO NOT lift the platform u ntil it is se curely
connected to the carriage of the fork truck with the safety strap (see Step 1 & 2 on p. 6).
DO NOT attempt to lift a load that wei ghs more than the maximum load rating of the platform. The net wei ght
, i.e. the
combined weight of everything supported by the platform including any person supported by the platform while loading
or unloading equipment,
cannot exceed the maximum rated load of the platform.
DO NOT stand beneath or travel under the platform while it is elevated.
DO NOT use the chains, mast guard, or guardrails as a step.
DO NOT use the platform to transport people! A person should only stand or walk on the platform to load and unload
equipment.
DO NOT use the platform UNLESS each l abel shown i n Fi g. 8 on p. 8 is affixed to the platform, undamaged and
readable.
Inspections & Maintenance
Before each use inspect the listed components:
1. Snap hook (attached to th e free en d of the nylon sa fety strap): confirm that
the spring latch a utomatically closes securely against the tip of the hoo k as
shown in the diag ram to the rig ht. If the h ook, n ylon strap, o r latch i s
damaged, then do not use the platfo rm until a complete, new safety strap is
obtained an d attach ed to the platfo rm. Refer to steps 1 & 2 o n p. 6 fo r
attachment procedures.
Nylon safety strap (item no. 1
on p. 4)
spring
latch
hook
2. [FTLP-54 54-HR] Handrails: check the rails, rail wel ds, and poi nts of conta ct
between the rails and t he sl eeves welded to th e platform f or be nding,
warping and cracking.
3. [FTLP-54 54-HR] Lanyard attachment points: check the anchorage weldment
(see FIG. 6 on p. 7) and points of attachment to the mast guard for bending,
warping, or cracking.
4. Product labels: all labels should be readable and located as shown in the diagram on p. 8. If a label(s) is unreadable
or missing, contact Vestil to order a replacement.
At least
1 time per month, inspect:
1. Fasteners (hardware):
Mast guard hinge - bolts, nuts, washers. Replace all damaged fasteners.
Gate – chains, snap hooks, welded D-rings (attachment points for each chain ). DO NOT use the platform
until all damaged hooks and chains are replaced and damaged D-rings are restored to original condition.
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