Vestil PAL-DR User Manual

VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORPORATION

2999 North Wayne St., Angola, IN 46703

Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail] • www.vestil.com

Revised 11-07

A company dedicated to solving ergonomic and
material handling problems since 1955

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Fork Truck Attachments

OWNER’S
MANUAL

PALLET DUMPER / RETAINER
PAL-D/R

Contents

Safety Instructions for the Operator ................ 2

Installation Instructions.................................... 2

Operation Instructions ..................................... 2

Loading Instructions ........................................ 2

FAILURE TO READ AND COMPLY WITH OWNER'S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN ACCIDENT, LOSS, DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH!

Routine Maintenance .......................................3

Location of Center of Gravity............................4

Safety Label Identification ................................ 5

Warranty........................................................... 6

WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read owner's manual completely before operating unit!

• Read and understand the owner’s manual before using the
pallet dumper/retainer.

• Ensure that all safety and warning labels stay in place and
are legible. See the labels page in this manual.

• Observe all applicable OSHA laws regulating the use of this
Fork Truck Attachment.

• Secure the pallet dumper/retainer to the forklift mast using
the provided restraint strap before use.

• Never operate the pallet dumper / retainer unless you are
watching it.

• Never use the pallet dumper / retainer if the cradle is in need
of repairs or in the case of a malfunction.

• Do not stand below any part of a raised pallet dumper /
retainer.

• Never exceed the 2000 pound maximum loading capacity of
the pallet dumper/retainer.

• Consult factory for uneven loading or overhung loading.

• Not to be used as a personnel lift.

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WARNING

of structural load.

• Fork truck manufacturers are to be consulted when
accessories are used that affect the truck’s capacity and safe
operation. The unit’s load-loss and center-of-gravity will be
made available on request. See OSHA 1910.178(a)5.

: Never use the platform to lift or support any type

RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS

Every unit is thoroughly tested and inspected prior to
shipment. However, it is possible that the unit may incur
damage during transit. If damage is noticed when unloading,
make a note of it on the BILL OF LADING. Remove all packing
and strapping material, then inspect the unit again for damage.

IF DAMAGE IS EVIDENT, FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CARRIER
IMMEDIATELY!

• When elevation is not required, always transport the
pallet in the lowered position.

• Always transport pallet only in horizontal position when
fork truck is moving.

• Do not allow pallet to impact the floor, ground, or dumping
station etc., or there may be damage to the unit.

• Remove pallet and all loads before working on unit.

• Consult factory if adding or performing any modification

to the original equipment.

• Use only maintenance parts supplied or approved by the
manufacturer.

PAL-D/R

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR

1.) Please read all instructions THOROUGHLY before attempting to operate your new pallet dumper/retainer.

2.) The model PAL-D/R has a maximum capacity rating of 2,000 pounds. DO NOT exceed this rating as the unsafe
condition that may result could cause damage or excessive wear, or make the unit awkward to handle.

3.) When operating, loading, unloading, or maintaining your pallet dumper/retainer, always use care and good judgement,
have good footing and a firm hold. Keep hands and loose clothing etc., away from all moving parts. Never allow anyone
to be below any part of a raised pallet dumper/retainer. Read operating instructions before operation.

CAUTION

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CAUTION

maintenance personnel if you notice damage to any part of carrier.

: Keep the pallet dumper/retainer level or slightly tilted back toward the fork truck.
: Never use the carrier if it is in need of repairs or if it seems to be malfunctioning. Notify your supervisor or

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.) With the unit sitting on the floor, lower the forks of the fork truck, aligning them with the fork pockets on the PAL-D/R.

2.) Slowly move the fork truck forward until the forks are fully inserted into the fork pockets.

3.) Secure the PAL-D/R to the fork truck by looping the restraining strap around the fork carriage so there is no slack and
fastening it back to itself with the hook.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

1.) With the PAL-D/R properly installed on the fork truck, adjust the mast height so the pallet support forks are aligned with
the pallet opening.

2.) Slowly move the fork truck forward until the PAL-D/R forks are completely through the pallet and the pallet retaining
angles have cleared the pallet end.

3.) Raise the forks slightly so the pallet retaining angle is above the top of the pallet. DO NOT lift the pallet off of the floor
yet.

4.) Carefully move the fork lift backwards an inch or two to lock the pallet into the retaining angle. See Figure 1.

5.) When elevation is not required, always transport the pallet in the lowered position.

AT THE DUMPING AREA:

6.) Raise the fork mast so that the unit is above the dumping area, making sure the mast is high enough so that when the
pallet is dumped, neither the unit or the pallet hit any structure below it.

7.) When in place, pull the release lever to dump the forks.

8.) To re-latch the fork carriage, slowly lower the unit to the floor. When the front edge touches the floor, slowly (and
carefully) move the fork truck backwards while lowering the forks. When the unit is on the floor, the latch will re-engage
the latch pin.

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Caution:

9.) Insure that the pallet is still secure in the pallet retaining angles before proceeding.

• Caution:

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Caution:

unit.

If latch does not re-engage, make sure the release cable is not pulled.

Inspect the pallet before using. A damaged pallet may cause damage or personal injury.

Do not let any part of the unit or pallet hit the floor or dumping station while dumping. Doing so can damage the

Figure 1
Retaining
Hook

LOADING INSTRUCTIONS

1.) The PAL-D/R should be loaded with a secure and evenly-distributed load.

2.) The PAL-D/R is not intended to be used with a load that overhangs the pallet. Contact the factory for overhung load
applications.

3.) The load should never exceed the center of gravity or capacity on the fork truck’s dataplate.

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