Rev. 5/12/2017
LIFTER-2, MANUAL
Copyright 2017 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 7
Signal Words:
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to direct the reader’s attention to statements about uses of the
product that could result in personal injury or property damage. Each signal word correlates with a specific
level of seriousness.
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 Improper Use:
Vestil strives to identify all hazards associated with the use of this product. However, material handling is
dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The most effective means for preventing
injury is for the end-user to exercise good judgment whenever using this device
.
If this product is used improperly or carelessly, the operator and/or bystanders might sustain serious
personal injuries or even be killed. To reduce the likelihood of injury:
Read this manual in its entirety. Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling,
installing, using or servicing the product is a misuse
of the product
.
Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures.
DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem(s) with the product unless you are both authorized to do so and
certain
that it
will be safe to use afterwards.
DO NOT modify the product in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil. Unauthorized
modifications automatically void the Limited Warranty and might make the product unsafe to use.
DO NOT exceed the maximum rated load (see Label 287 on product).
Inspect the product as described in “Inspections and Maintenance” on p. 4.
BEFORE operating, inspect mast, carriage, forks/deck, cable/chain, wheels, and brakes for damage. DO NOT use if
damaged.
ALWAYS walk travel path before using truck to identify hazards:
DO NOT contact electrical lines or overhead objects with device or load;
DO NOT travel up/down inclines if an alternate route is available;
DO NOT travel over debris.
ONLY travel with forks/deck in lowest position appropriate for conditions.
ALWAYS center and evenly distribute loads on forks/deck.
ALWAYS secure load to forks/deck.
ONLY drive or operate truck functions from operator position.
DO NOT exceed maximum rated load (capacity).
DO NOT allow people to ride on device.
DO NOT lift loads over people; DO NOT permit people to walk beneath the forks/deck when raised (loaded or
unloaded).
DO NOT leave unattended UNTIL fully lowered AND unloaded.
DO NOT modify device in any way.
