Vestil OROAD-400 User Manual

Rev. 8/8/2017 OROAD-400, MANUAL.doc

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VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP.

2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703

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OROAD-400 Traction Drive Electric Cart

Use & Maintenance Manual

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, record a complete description of it 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 Contents Table of Figures

Safety Principles….………………………...... 2 FIG. 1 “Right side view”……. ……….……….........…..……. 3

Hazards of Improper Use…………...……….. 2 FIG. 2 “Rear view (operator end)”……………………..……. 3

Product specifications…………………..……. 3 FIG. 3 “Front view (loading end)”……………………..…..... 3

Parts List………………………………………. 6 FIG. 4 “Main features”……………………………..…………. 4
Operation instructions…………………..……. 7 FIG. 5 “Operation controls”………………………….………. 4
Perimeter guard adj. & battery access……... 7 FIG. 6 “Operation control panel”…………………….……… 4
Battery charger use and operation……….… 8 FIG. 7 “Exploded parts diagram”……………………….…… 5
Maintenance…………………………………... 9 FIG. 8A “Raising the deck & adjusting guards”……………. 7
Limited Warranty…………………….……….. 10 FIG. 8B “Adjustment range of perimeter guards”…….…… 7
FIG. 8C “Threaded knob”………………….………………… 7

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Signal Words:

This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to call attention to uses of this product that are likely to result in personal

injuries or property damage. The signal words used in this manual appear below along with their definitions.

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 cart.

Hazards of Improper Use:

Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual BEFORE using or maintaining the platform cart
constitutes misuse of the product. Study the entire manual before using or maintaining the product for the first time, and

subsequently as necessary to refresh your understanding. DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem(s) with the device
unless you are both authorized to do so and certain that it will be safe to use afterwards.

personal injuries. To reduce the likelihood of injury:
 When not in use, store the cart in an indoor, dry location. DO NOT expose the electrical system to moisture (rain,
snow, etc.).
 DO NOT remove or obscure any label. Verify the placement and legibility all labels. DO NOT use the cart UNLESS
all labels are attached and readable.
 DO NOT attempt to transport unbalanced loads with the cart. Only use the cart to transport stable loads. Secure the
load to the deck with straps, if necessary to prevent the load from shifting during transport.
 DO NOT exceed the load rating. ALWAYS make sure that the load weighs no more than the rated load of the coil
hook. Rated load varies with the supporting surface (ground/floor): 1) Maximum rated load when used on smooth,
level improved surfaces = 600 pounds (273kg); 2) when used on level, unimproved surfaces (e.g. gravel, dirt) = 500
pounds (227¼kg); and 3) inclined/sloped surfaces UP TO a maximum of 13 degrees = 400 pounds (182kg).

 DO NOT ride on the cart or allows other person(s) to do so.
 Inspect the cart prior to each use. DO NOT use the cart if it is noticeably AND dangerously damaged. Examples of

noticeable damage include, but are not limited to punctured tire(s), non-functioning brake lever, cut or exposed
electrical wires.
 While traveling up or down an incline, DO NOT change the speed setting. Always traverse the whole incline in the
same speed setting, because changing the speed setting might cause the cart might roll down the incline in an
uncontrolled manner.
 ALWAYS start the cart with the speed selection knob in the “Stop” position (see p. 4). ALWAYS return the speed
selection knob to “Stop” when the cart is not in use.
 Improperly recharging the batteries might either cause the batteries to explode or result in battery damage. To

properly recharge the batteries: 1) Shut off the power (turn the switch key to “off”); 2) connect the AC extension cord
of the charger to the outlet of a nearby power supply (the charger will automatically turn on and it will run at a rate that
matches the requirements of the batteries.) When the batteries are fully charged, the charger will only supply enough
current to maintain charge; 3) disconnect the AC plug from the power supply once charging is complete.

 DO NOT leave a loaded cart unattended. Always unload the cart BEFORE leaving the cart unattended.

If this product is used improperly or carelessly, the operator and/or bystander(s) might sustain serious

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hes

3in.

Product specifications:

Uniform static capacity in
pounds (kg)

Net weight in pounds (kg)

Deck dimensions in inches
(cm)

Wheel dimensions in inc
(cm)

Battery specifications (each
cart has 2 batteries)
Battery charger 24V (AC)

FIG. 1: Side view

Improved

surfaces

600

(273kg)

Unimproved

surfaces

500

(227kg)

Inclined surfaces
(max. 13% grade)

323

(~147kg)

31½ x 52½ x 15¾

(80 x 133.4 x 40)cm

Front wheels Rear wheels

3½ x 11

(9 x 28)cm

(15¼ x 35.6)cm

12V; 40A·h

Power sufficient for 4hours use

400

(182kg)

6 x 14

Measurement Dimension

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Motor specifications 600W; 24V (DC)
Brakes Electrical and mechanical

10

Drive mode Differential gears: High; Low; & Reverse

FIG. 2: Rear view (operator end)

11

72in.

183cm

33.5in.
85cm

37.5in.

95.25cm
52in.

133cm

31.5in.
80cm

7.3in.

18.5cm

15.75in.
40cm

7.5cm

36.8in.

93.5cm

25.6in.
65cm

24in.

61cm

FIG. 3: Front view (loading end)

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Operation

control panel

Operator handle

Key switch

Brake lever

Brake lever lock

Handle

Basket

Speed selection knob

Key switch

Front tires

Basket

Fig. 4: Main features

Load/panel
deck

Deck
rails

Fig. 5: Operator controls

Fig. 6: Operation control panel

Battery charge gauge

Green LED
(full charge)

Yellow LED
(less than full
charge)

reverse

Red LED
(low charge)

Rear tires

Self-propulsion
lever

Operation
control
panel

Direction governing lever

Headlight switch

Recharging
socket

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