VWS
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Operation Instructions:
The operating instructions in this manual are meant to
supplement
the operation recommendations of
ITSDF standard B56.10-2006. According to the standard, t
he VWS
is a, “Manually propelled high lift industrial
truck”. Safe operation of this type of device is the operator’s responsibility.
DO NOT operate the winch lift until you read AND understand all of the instructions. If you do not
understand an instruction, contact Vestil for clarification.
Review ALL of the safety guidelines on before each use;
ALWAYS use proper lifting techniques;
Enlist a coworker to help you lift, load, and unload the
VWS
;
DO NOT use the lifter on stairs.
An “Operator” is a person who is trained and authorized to control a manually propelled high lift
industrial truck. ONLY persons who have successfully completed the suggested training program outlined in B56.10-
2006 should operate the
VWS
.
Operators must:
Develop safe working habits and an awareness of hazardous conditions occurring or present during operation of
the lifter;
Inspect the area where the lifter will be used
before each use
to identify unusual operating conditions.
Implement additional safety precautions as conditions require. Such conditions might include:
1. Irregularities in the floor/surface;
2. Debris or other obstructions on the floor/surface;
3.
Avoid gro
und surfaces or surfaces that cannot support the weight of yourself, the lifter and the load either
together or separately;
Perform the following
function test before each use
:
1.
1. Test th
e Win
ch: raise and lower the forks;
2.
2. Test the
bra
kes: press down on the brake
lever
to engage the brakes; then attempt to push the lift forward.
3.
3.
Tes
t the casters: push the lifter to test the casters.
The end-user bears responsibility for verifying that the lifter complies with all regulations, codes, and standards
that apply in the location where it is
used
.
Inspect the lifter as recommended in the “Maintenance and Inspection” section of this manual (p. 10). Use the lifter
U
ONLY IF the lifter passes the inspection and is deemed safe to use by designated inspection personnel
U
.
