Rev. 8/17/2020
MINI-SH, MANUAL
Created 2019 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 8
SIGNAL WORDS
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood of personal injuries, as well as the probable
seriousness of those injuries, if the product is misused in the ways described. Other signal words call attention to uses
of the product likely cause property damage. The signal words used appear below along with the meaning 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.
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that
might damage the crane
.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Vestil strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, no manual can
address every conceivable risk. The most effective way to avoid injury is to exercise sound judgment when
assembling, using, inspecting, or maintaining this product. A copy of this manual should be available to persons who
use or maintain this product at all times. Anyone who uses this product must be made aware that a copy of the
manual is available and where to find it.
ELECTROCUTION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURIES OR DEATH.
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DISCONNECT POWER AND LOCKOUT / TAGOUT DISCONNECTING MEANS BEFORE REMOVING COVER OR
SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS HOIST WITHOUT COVER IN PLACE.
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DO NOT USE THE HOIST IF WIRING IS EXPOSED, E.G. IF THE HANDHELD CONTROLLER IS DAMAGED.
Improper or careless assembly, installation, or use could result in serious personal injuries or death.
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Read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using, inspecting, or servicing the hoist or adaptor.
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Read the manual whenever necessary to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures.
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DO NOT install the adaptor without the counterweight. The hoist will not balance correctly without the counterweight.
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DO NOT modify the product in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil. Unapproved modifications
automatically void the
and might make the hoist unsafe to use.
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DO NOT exceed the capacity of the
hoist or the adaptor
, whichever is
smaller
. For example, if the capacity of your hoist is
200 lb. and the capacity of the adaptor is 440 lb., then the maximum load that can be applied to the hoist is 200 lb. The
weight of the hoist decreases the capacity of the adaptor, i.e. subtract hoist weight from the capacity of the adaptor!
•
Always make sure that the shackle pin is secure before applying a load to the load hook.
Tighten the pin before each
use
. The shackle pin is identified in the
or
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Make sure that the hoist is balanced when suspended.
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Inspect the hoist and the adaptor before each use. Compare your inspection results to the
Remove the adaptor from service if it is not in
. DO NOT return the adaptor to service until it is fully
restored to satisfactory condition.
1. Confirm that the adaptor plate is solidly attached to the top of the hoist. Check all hardware (bolts, washers, lock
washers) used to fasten the adaptor to the hoist. Make sure that every bolt is tight and undamaged. The adaptor plate
should be square a rigid, i.e. not cracked or bent.
2. Examine the hook, shackle, and shackle pin. Check each component for damage, such as cracks and distortions.
3. Make sure that the lifting bale is undamaged.
4. Inspect the counterweight. Verify that the carriage bolts, washers, lock washers, and nuts are tightly fastened. Check
welds for damage.
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DO NOT use hoist before reading entire manual.
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DO NOT lift loads weighing more than the rated load / capacity.
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DO NOT exceed the rated load of your crane, hoist, adaptor, or rigging, whichever is
smallest
.
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Avoid load swing! DO NOT operate the hoist UNLESS the load is centered beneath it.
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DO NOT operate the hoist with twisted, kinked, or damaged chain/rope.
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DO NOT use the hoist if it is damaged or malfunctioning.
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DO NOT use without normally functioning hook latch.
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DO NOT use this hoist to lift people.
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DO NOT lift loads over people.
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DO NOT remove or obscure any label / tag attached to the hoist.
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DO NOT use the load cable/chain as a sling.
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DO NOT side load the hoist. Side loading causes the load to swing as it leaves the ground.
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DO NOT leave suspended loads unattended.
