Receiving instructions:After delivery, remove the packaging from the product. Inspect the product closely to determine whether it
sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered during the inspection, immediately record a
complete description of the damage on the bill of lading. If the product is undamaged, discard the packaging.
NOTE:The end-user is solely responsible for confirming that product design, installation, use, and maintenance
comply with laws, regulations, codes, and mandatory standards applied where the product is used.
Table of ContentsTable of Figures
Signal words……………………… 2 Fig. 1: LM-1T & -1NT Exploded Parts Diagrams, Parts Lists, Center of Gravity………… 3 - 6
Safe use recommendations……. 2 Fig. 2: LM-OBT & -OBNT Exploded Parts Diagrams, Parts Lists, Center of Gravity........ 7 - 10
Safety Recommendations……… 2 Fig. 3: LM-HRT & -HRNT Exploded Parts Diagram, Parts Lists, Center of Gravity…….. 11 - 14
Loading & Use Instructions…….. 23 - 25 Fig. 4: LM-EBT & -EBNT Exploded Parts Diagram, Parts Lists, Center of Gravity……... 15 - 18
Inspections & Maintenance…….. 25 - 26 Fig. 5: LMS-EBT-46 & -EBNT-46 Exploded Parts Diagram, Parts Lists, Centers……….
Labeling diagram…………..……. 27 of Gravity………………………………………………………………………………… 19 - 22
Limited Warranty………………… 28
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SIGNALWORDS
This manual classifies personal injury risks and situations that might cause property damage with “Signal
words”. Signal words indicate the seriousness of injuries that might result if a particular act or omission occurs.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that might
Safe Use Recommendations:
Vestil strives to identify all foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material handling
is dangerous and no manual can address every possible risk. The most effective means for avoiding injury is for the
end user to apply sound judgment whenever using this device.
Material handling is dangerous. Improper or careless operation might result in serious personal
injuries. Acquire a copy of the latest version of ANSI B56.1, which is freely downloadable on www.ITSDF.org. Apply
all relevant portions of Part II “For the User”. The following recommendations are intended to complement the
guidance provided in B56.1.
Always use this boom in compliance with all rules applied to fork truck attachment at your worksite.
Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before using or servicing the boom
constitutes misuse.
DO NOT use a damaged boom. Inspect the boom before each use according to the relevant inspection instructions
that appear on p. 25-26 to determine whether the boom is in normal operating condition.
DO NOT contact electrified wires with the boom.
DO NOT use the boom if the safety chain is damaged or missing. The only purpose of the safety chain is to prevent
the boom from sliding off of the forks—it is NOT intended or designed to bear the full load rating.
DO NOT lift the boom until it is securely connected to the carriage of the fork truck with the restraint strap.
DO NOT attempt to lift a load weighing more than the boom’s maximum rated load. Load ratings for all boom
variants appear on pages 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, and 22.
NEVER lift this boom over people.
DO NOT permit any person to stand beneath or travel under the boom or the load.
Inform everyone in the area that you are going to use the boom. Instruct them to stay clear of the boom and the
supported load during use.
DO NOT allow people to ride on either the boom or the load.
DO NOT use the boom if any product label (see p. 27) is unreadable, damaged, or missing. Contact Vestil to order
a replacement label(s).
ALWAYS apply proper (fork) lift operation practices learned during your training program.
Always make sure that shackle pins (see shackles in exploded parts diagrams, pp. 3-22) are secure before applying
a load to the load hook. Tighten the screw pin before each use.
Before raising the boom from the floor AND before attaching the load to the boom, tilt the fork lift mast away from
the boom to ensure that the boom will not slide towards the tips of the forks.
ALWAYS follow the loading and use instructions that appear on p. 23-25. Failure to properly position a load might
cause a dangerous degree of load swing when the boom is elevated.
Only use the boom to lift loads. DO NOT use the boom to drag items.
Transport loads with the bottom of the load and the forks as low as possible.
Drive suspended loads at low speed. Brake and turn slowly cautiously.
DO NOT modify the boom in any way. Modifications automatically void the limited warranty (see p. 28) and might
make the boom unsafe to use.
SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
SERIOUS INJURY.
MODERATE injury.
damage the boom.
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FIG. 1A: LM-1T-3-24 & LM-1T-4k Exploded Parts Diagram & Bill of Materials
FIG. 1B: LM-1T-6k Exploded Parts Diagram & Bill of Materials
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Weldment, frame, boom/base:
LM-1NT-8-24
LM-1NT-8-30
LM-1NT-8-36
Frame, front support leg
casting
5
/16” snap hook
5
/16” chain 36” long
/2in. – 13 UNC x 2in. HHCS
zinc-plated bolt
/2” – 13UNC zinc-plated hex
nut
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FIG. 1J: LM-1NT- 4k, 6k & 8k Centers of Gravity and Maximum Load Ratings
for Varying Load Attachment Points
HCG
VCG
Center of gravity has both a horizontal component and a vertical component. The vertical center of gravity
(VCG) lies along a horizontal line above the bottom edges of the fork pockets. Similarly, the horizontal center of
gravity (HCG) is located along a vertical line as shown in the diagram below.
E D C B A
Hook position A B C D E
Distance from end of boom in
inches (cm)
Maximum rated load of a load suspended from a single hook located at the
corresponding “Hook position”.
LM-1NT-4k
LM-1NT-6k
LM-1NT-8k
FIG. 1K: LM-1NT centers of gravity and dimensions
36”
91 cm
4000 lb.
1820 kg
6000 lb.
2727 kg
8000 lb.
3636 kg
48”
122 cm
3750 lb.
1705 kg
5000 lb.
2272 kg
6650 lb.
3022 kg
60”
152 cm
3500 lb.
1590 kg
4500 lb.
2045 kg
6000 lb.
2727 kg
72”
183 cm
3250 lb.
1477 kg
4000 lb.
1820 kg
5300 lb.
2409 kg
84”
213 cm
3000 lb.
1363 kg
3500 lb.
1590 kg
4850 lb.
2205 kg