Vestil S-2CB-118 User Manual

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VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP.

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

Telephone: (260) 665-7586 -or- Toll Free (800) 348-0868

Fax: (260) 665-1339

www.vestilmfg.com e-mail: sales@vestil.com

S-2CB-SERIES COUNTER-BALLANCE STACKER

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Receiving instructions:

After delivery, IMMEDIATELY remove the packaging from the product in a manner that preserves the packaging and maintains the orientation of the product in the packaging; then inspect the product closely to determine whether it sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered during the inspection,

immediately undamaged, discard the packaging.

NOTES

1) Complian the product is used is exclusively the responsibility of the owner/end-user.

2) VESTIL is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply either: a) Instructions in this manual; or b) Information provided on labels affixed to the product.

responsible for any consequential damages sustained as a result of failing to exercise sound judgment while assembling, installing, using or maintaining this product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE TABLE OF FIGURES PAGE Safety Principles 2 Product Introduction 2 Safety Guidelines 3 Removing EPT from Pallet 3 - 4

Use, 1st Inspection, & Functions Tests 6 Operation

Lifting & Transporting Loads Batteries & Charger

record a complete description of the damage on the bill of lading. If the product is

ce with laws, regulations, codes, and non-voluntary standards enforced in the location where

Neither is Vestil

FIG. 5 Function Controls, Gauges, & Safety Features

6 - 7 7 7 - 8

Troubleshooting

9 - 13

Maintenance & Inspections

Markings

14-15

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing Counter Balance Stacker (“S-2CB-118,” “counterbalance stacker,” “truck,” or “unit”) offered by Vestil Manufacturing Corporation (“Vestil”). Our counter-balance stackers are durable, high-quality products that combine safety features and low-maintenance mechanisms. Despite the product’s relatively simple mechanics, all personnel must familiarize themselves with the safe operation instructions provided in this manual.

Specifications appear in the table below:

Vestil Manufacturing Corp. created this manual to acquaint owners and users of our electric pallet trucks

with safe operation and maintenance procedures. Employers are responsible for instructing employees to

use the product properly. Employees and any other persons, who might foreseeably use, repair, or perform maintenance on the EPT must read and understand every instruction BEFORE using the device. Cart operators should have access to the manual at all times and should review the directions before each

use. Contact Vestil for answers to any question you have after reading the entire manual.

Although Vestil diligently strives to identify foreseeable hazardous situations, th

every conceivable danger. The end-user is ultimately responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times.

is manual cannot address

SAFETY PRINCIPLES

We offer two types of counter-balance stackers (S-2CB): 2,000 pound (~907kg) capacity models. Each unit conforms to the generalized specifications disclosed in this manual and fulfills our demanding standards for quality, safety and durability.

Vestil Manufacturing Corp. recognizes the critical importance of workplace safety. Each person who might participate in operation or maintenance of the product must read this manual. Read the entire manual and fully

understand the directions BEFORE using or performing maintenance on the cart. If you do not understand an instruction, contact Vestil for clarification. Failure to adhere to the directions in this manual might lead to serious personal injury or even death.

Vestil is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply the safe operation and maintenance procedures explained in this manual or that appear on labels affixed to the product. Furthermore, failure to exercise good judgment and common sense may result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death, and also are not the responsibility of Vestil.

This manual applies the hazard identification methods suggested for instruction manuals by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). In accordance with ANSI guidelines for hazard identification language, this manual classifies personal injury risks and situations that could lead to property damage with SIGNAL WORDS. These signal words announce an associated safety message. The reader must understand that the signal word chosen indicates the seriousness of that hazard according to the following convention:

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 not related to personal injury, such as operation that could damage the cart. No safety alert symbol (equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point) accompanies this signal word.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES

Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before using or servicing the pallet truck constitutes misuse of the product. Study the entire manual before you use the truck for the

first time and before each subsequent use. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of the safe use and maintenance procedures on p. 50-51. If questions remain after you finish reading the manual, contact Vestil for answers. DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem with the truck unless you are certain afterwards.

To decrease the risk of electrocution:

 DO NOT contact or operate the pallet truck close to electrified wires or other sources of electricity;  Before operating theS-2CB, always inspect the area where you will use it.

Improper use might result in serious personal injuries to the operator and/or bystanders. To minimize the possibility of injury, ALL persons who might operate, perform maintenance on, or service the S-2CB must read, understand and apply the following instructions:  DO NOT operate the S-2CB unless and until you are:

1. Trained to use the machine; AND

2. Certified as a trained operator by your employer in accordance with U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR

§1910.178) and any standards incorporated by reference (e.g. ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2005).

 DO NOT attempt to lift or transport loads that exceed the rated capacity.  Inspect the machine before each use; DO NOT use the EPT unless it is in normal condition. Normal operating

condition exists if the S-2CB passes the inspection and functions tests described under the heading, “Inspect & Perform a Functions Tests” on p. 14.

 DO NOT use the unit until you read and understand the entire owner’s manual. Review the manual before

each use AND before performing maintenance on the device.

 DO NOT use the S-2CB if the load-supporting elements sustain any structural damage. Structural elements

include, but are not limited to, the forks, carriage, and wheels. If structural damage is present, immediately tag the unit “Out of Service” and inform maintenance personnel of the problem.

 DO NOT use the S-2CB if it makes unusual noises during operation.  DO NOT allow people to ride on the stacker. Only the operator of S-2CB equipped with a properly

installed rider platform.

 DO NOT attempt to lift an unevenly distributed load. Always center and evenly distribute the load on the forks.  DO NOT operate the S-2CB on surfaces (ramps or grades).  DO NOT leave the S-2CB unattended while it supports a load. Always fully lower the forks, and then

completely disengage the skid or pallet.

that it will be safe to use

 DO NOT modify the stacker without first receiving written authorization from Vestil. Unauthorized

modifications may make the S-2CB unsafe to use.

To maximize the service life of the S-2CB and to prevent damage:

 Always store the machine in a secure, dry location where it will not interfere with traffic or other activities. 

Maintain the product as suggested in “Maintenance & Inspections”.

REMOVING THE Coounter-Balance Stacker FROM THE SHIPPING PALLET:

Counter-Balance stacker is s

before it can be used for the first time.

DO NOT attempt to drive the Stacker off of the pallet; it might tip over and cause bodily injuries or property damage. To minimize the risk of injury to yourself or other persons, perform the following steps to remove the machine from the shipping pallet:

1. Remove all packing material.

2. Inform all personnel not participating in the unpacking process to clear the area.

Lift the S-2CB off of the pallet using a hoist or a with a capacity of at least 4 apply the proper hoisting procedures or forklift operation practices you learned during your training program.

hipped in ready-to-use condition. However, it must first be removed from the shipping pallet

,000 pounds. Always

To remove the S-2CB from the shipping pallet using a hoist:

Hook Point

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Connect the sling to both hook points on the Mas

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only shows the hook point

on the right side); then lift the unit no more than 6 – 8 inches above the pallet. The S-2CB will tilt towards the control yoke. Additionally, it may swing from side-to-side once free of the pallet if you did not properly position the hoist above the center of the sling. Stabilize the suspended truck with one hand, and stand safely to the side while operating the hoist.

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FIG. 1: Function Controls, Gauges, and Safety Features

slow/fast speed switch

Handle

Raise Forks

Lower Forks

Movement Controllers ("Butterfly" Switches)

Belly Switch (Emergency Stop)

BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE:

The battery charge gauge indicates the status of the battery. It is located on top of the EPT main body and to the right of the control yoke. As the battery discharges, display lines disappear from right to left.

lways check the gauge before using the device; make sure that the battery is charged before using

allet truck.

the

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BELLY SWITCH:

The belly switch protects the operator from injury while driving the EPT in reverse. When pressed, the truck will change direction, i.e. move forward, for approximately 3 seconds; after 3 seconds it will stop completely. If the belly switch becomes jammed or stuck, the stacker will move forward (away from the operator) for at most 3 seconds; the control circuit will remain disabled until reset.  To reset the circuit, either raise the ha

fully vertical position (or simply release the

handle), or press it downwards to the fully

horizontal position.

ndle to the

EMERGENCY STOP (“E-STOP”) BUTTON:

Press the E-stop button to immediately interrupt all powered functions. Use the E-stop during operation if the travel or fork (raise and lower) functions do not respond normally to operator commands. Use the E-stop as a service brake to secure the S-2CB when parked.

MOVEMENT CONTROLLERS:

To drive the S-2CB in the forward direction, rotate the movement control forward with your thumbs as indicated by the solid arrow superimposed on photograph below. To move the pallet truck in reverse the control wheel in the opposite direction, which is shown with a dashed arrow.

, rotate

Reverse Forward

The degree of rotation determines the speed of movement, so the farther you press the wheel in either direction, the faster the S-2CB will travel, up to a maximum speed of ~3.4mph ~2.8mph when loaded to capacity. Simply by releasing the movement control, the S-2CB will decelerate to a complete stop.

when unloaded or

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