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1. 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 you see damage when unloading make a note of it on the SHIPPER RECEIVER OWNER S MANUAL HYDRAULIC DRUM STACKER MODEL HDC 450 60 72 84 96 Foot Pump Troubleshooting Guide Hydraulic Drum Stacker Boom Exploded Parts Drawing Parts List Cradle Assembly Exploded Parts Drawing Parts List Warning Label Identifications Limited Warranty Remove all packing and strapping material inspect for damage IF DAMAGE IS EVIDENT FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CARRIER IMMEDIATELY Also check the unit size type of power unit etc to ensure the unit is correct for the intended application HYDRAULIC DRUM STACKER HDC 450 SERIES LOADING INSTRUCTIONS The load capacity rating as inscribed on the nameplate of your unit designates the net capacity assuming the cradle is aligned at the center of the drum This capacity must never be exceeded as permanent damage or injury may result OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRUM STACKER Remove Hydraulic Drum Stacker HDC 450 from the crate Check carefully for damage and report any damage immediately When using the Hydraulic Drum Stacker you can either lift up the drum horizontally or vertically HORIZONTAL DRUM POSITION For horizontal drum position lower the cradle near floor position
2. until you can slide in the cradle along the side of the drum Open carrier cradle full width and hook cradle chain on stud Move the unit in until the end of the cradle touch the end of the drum Lock drum in place by clinch ing chain with ratchet tightener END OF CRADLE 1 t 4 4 4 0 lt Figure 1 VERTICAL DRUM POSITION For vertical drum position rotate the cradle to vertical position and lower the cradle until the end of the cradle is the same height as the top of the drum Open carrier cradle full width and hook cradle chain on stud Move the unit in until the side of the drum touches the cradle Once again lock drum in place by clinching chain with ratchet tightener 1 ENDOFCRADLE 2 5 7 1 n oe aes In both situations raise the cradle until the drum is 3 4 inches above the ground before moving It is recommended but not required the drum to be moved in a VERTICAL position Remove control chain from box and place end of loop near operator When stacking rotate drum to the HORIZONTAL position Always stay clear of moving parts The cradle will rise as the foot pedal is pumped Depressing the release lever will lower the cradle at a control rate of descent In the event the unit is overloaded the relief valve will op
3. 1047 09145003 09538005 QUANTITY NIN NH f BH wo WARNING LABEL IDENTIFICATION MAKE SURE ALL WARNING LABELS ARE IN PLACE USE AW 32 HYDRAULIC OIL OR EQUIVALENT Product safety signs or labels should be periodically inspected and cleaned by the product users as necessary to maintain good legibility for safe viewing distance ANSI 535 4 10 21 Contact manufacturer for replacement labels LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants for the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use one year after date of purchase Not to exceed 15 months after date of manufacture Any part which is determined by the manufacturer to be defective in material or workmanship and returned to the factory shipping costs prepaid will be as the exclusive remedy repaired or replaced at our option Labor costs for warranty repairs and or modifications are not covered unless done at manufacturer s facilities Any modifications performed without written approval of the manufacturer may void warranty This limited warranty gives purchaser specific legal rights which vary from state to state LIMITATION OF LIABILITY To the extent allowable under applicable law the manufacturer s liability for consequential and incidental damages is expressly disclaimed The manufacturer s liability in any event is li
4. 6132080 1 10 Reservoir 15023001 1 11 Two speed hydraulic foot pump not shown 250550 1 12 Handle grip AL 2 16 Spring pin 3 16 x 1 1 2 HDC 305 60 only A L 1 17 Boom 09514031 1 Available at local hardware store 531935 OSt OdH 10 AISINSSSV SLYVd PARTS DIAGRAM FOR CRADLE ASSEMBLY DRUM CARRIER ROTATOR ITEM NUMBER HDC 450 SERIES DESCRIPTION Hand wheel HDC 450 60 only Chain wheel HDC 450 72 84 96 only 1 0 Babbitt lock link chain 20 HDC 450 72 84 96 only Chain wheel shaft w triangle amp bolts HDC 450 72 84 96 only Bolt amp nut 5 16 18 x 1 HDC 450 72 84 96 only Bearing 3 4 ID x 2 1 2 Grease fitting Alemite 1608B Washer 3 4 SAE Sprocket 12T 35 Roller chain 35 3 8 pitch Sprocket 36T 35 Pinion gear 7T w key Hinge pine amp nuts Pawl shoulder screw and nut Pawl spring Pawl Snap ring Ratchet Handle grip Pawl amp ratchet hinge plate Binder chain Chain bolt amp nut 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 HHMS Chain hinge plate Spacer 3 4 ID Bearing Randall SH186 Bearing block Collar 3 4 ID Washer amp nut Spur gear spacer Bearing 1 ID x 2 1 2 Collar 1 ID Cradle assembly for 55 gal steel drum PART NUMBER 3 P 35 P 01111048 33 P 09113004 09042004 09042006 09042003 09042007 136 P 09516006 180 P 155 P 09516007 20 P 7 P 09113005 09145001 21 P 09113006 0111
5. VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORPORATION 2999 North Wayne St e Angola IN 46703 Phone 260 665 7586 Fax 260 665 1339 E mail sales vestil com www vestil com Revised 0708 A company dedicated to solving ergonomic and material handling problems since 1953 Contents Warnings and Safety Instructions Receiving Instructions Loading Instructions Operating Instructions Rack Specifications Periodic Maintenance Instructions Operation Hydraulic Schematic Air Bleed Procedure WARNINGS amp SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read owner s manual completely before operating unit Remove drum amp disconnect power before working on unit Do not stand below any part of a raised drum stacker or drum when unit is running Stand clear of drum while operating the hand crank or chain crank Use only maintenance parts supplied or approved by the manufacturer Do not change pressure relief valve setting Never operate stacker rotator unless you are watching it Never exceed maximum capacity of 800 pounds for FULL drum or 500 pounds for HALF FULL drum Load drum at the center of the cradle Consult factory for uneven loading Do not continue to pump on the foot pump pedal if the cradle is not raising Do not use brake fluids or jack oils Use AW 32 hydraulic oil or equivalent Consult factory if adding or performing any modifications to the original equipment Make sure all operator safety labels are in place p 14
6. d loose clothing etc away from all moving parts Never allow anyone to be below any part of a raised drum stacker drum or boom Please read all instruction THOROUGHLY before attempting to operate your new drum stacker 4 Do not allow drum to impact on floor ground or dumping station etc or there may be damage 5 Never use the unit if the cradle is in need of repairs or in the case of a malfunction 6 Notify your maintenance personnel or supervisor in case you notice anything out of the ordinary such as binding odd noises appearance of oil etc 7 Do not continue to pump on the foot pedal if the cradle is not raising The foot pump may be permanently damaged Relieve system pressure by depressing the release lever 8 It is recommended but not required the drum to be moved in a VERTICAL position When stacking rotate the drum to HORIZONTAL position RACK SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE HORIZONTAL DRUM STACKER HDC 450 SERIES ooo OOOO OOS 32 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS SURE ALL POWER IS OFF BEFORE ATTEMPTING WORK ON THIS EQUIPMENT CAUTION SERVICE WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY TRAINED amp QUALIFIED PERSONNEL A Before Each Use Check For The Following 1 2 3 4 5 Oil leaks Worn or damaged hose Structural deformation of cradle or frame Unusual noise or binding Check casters for proper operation Do not use
7. e UP button Remove the load and follow the cylinder air bleed procedures on page 6 AIR BLEED PROCEDURE If your unit descends very slowly or will not descend at all air could be trapped in the hydraulic circuit and must be bled from the system The Hydraulic Drum Stacker HDC 450 Series utilizes a bleeder fitting at the end of the cylinder near the cross tube If you experience the above follow these directions Remove the drum from the cradle Raise the unit If available place a 1 4 plastic hose over the cylinder bleeder screw Loosen the bleeder screw at the top of the cylinder approximately 1 4 to 1 2 turn to allow trapped air to escape 5 When the cylinder is free of air tighten the bleeder screw and remove the plastic hose gt Air can also become trapped the foot pump Please refer to page 8 for the foot pump air bleed procedure HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC 1 5 x 18 DISPLACEMENT CYLINDER WITH INTERNAL VELOCITY FUSE SETE Trouble shooting Guide for Single and Two speed Hydraulic Foot Pump Observation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Cradle does not raise Foot pedal goes down hard but cradle does not raise Unit will pump under no load or when rapidly stroked or pedal will stroke without pumping Cradle raises when the pump is stroked but lowers on return stroke Cradle raises but takes too much effort Cradle raises but is too slow Spongy
8. en because of excessive pres sure build up and oil will bypass into the reser voir TO ROTATE DRUM Pull on chain rotating drum to horizontal position for stacking For best control of drum rotating angle pay out one side of the loop while pulling in the other For model HDC 450 60 the drum is rotated using a hand crank instead of chain crank When elevation is not required transport the drum in the lowered position BOOM The HDC 450 series may also be used as a hoist using the boom supplied with unit The boom is stored conveniently on one of the lower straddle legs Simply remove the 3 4 diameter pin from carriage and position boom on top of carriage align holes and replace pin and clip Lifting capacity for boom at hook position is 800 pounds This capacity and load center must never be exceeded 8 Figure 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR 1 The HDC 450 series has a MAXIMUM CAPACITY RATING of 800 pounds FULL and 500 pounds HALF FULL is intended for lifting moving and stacking 55 GALLON steel drums Do not exceed these ratings as the unsafe condition that may result could cause damage or excessive wear or make the unit awkward to handle 2 Always load the unit properly Make sure the end top of the drum is touching the end of the cradle 3 When operating loading unloading or maintaining your drum stacker always use care and good judgement have good footing and a firm hold Keep hands an
9. if there are any of the above B Monthly Inspections IRON Check oil level Oil should be 1 to 1 1 2 below the top of the tank with the cradle in the fully lowered position Add as necessary Check for oil leaks Check for worn or damaged hose Check clevis and pivot points for wear Periodically inspect all moving parts framework and contact areas for sign of wears fatigue or loosening Tighten adjust or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper function Check oil cradle hinges ratchet pawl chain and other moving parts periodically Lubricate gear train once a month with a good grade lubricant There are three grease fittings on the gear block and one grease fitting in the idler bearing block Check for unusual noise Clean off dirt and debris Make sure all warning labels are in place and in good condition p 14 C Yearly Inspection Hydraulic oil should be changed at least once a year or sooner if the oil darkens or becomes gritty Flush reservoir before refilling Presence of water is indicated if the oil turns milky Recommended oil AW 32 Hydraulic fluid or equal All maintenance work must be performed by qualified personnel with training in the repair of electrical and hydraulic components Warning Keep all personnel clear of the machine when it is in operation Be certain no part of any person or object is under any part of the platform before lowering the
10. ir from system inlet b Remove and clean inlet ball and seat c Adjust relief setting higher d Lowering valve has foreign material on the seat or is stuck in the open position a Clean foreign material from ball and seat a Slide locking collar back a Slide locking collar forward b Lower cradle drain reservoir clean and flush debris refill with clean oil c Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble pressure relief valve a Correct as necessary b Fill oil to within one inch of the top of the reservoir a Correct as necessary b Correct as necessary c Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble d Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble pressure relief valve a Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble pressure relief valve a Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble pressure relief valve b Replace as necessary c Correct as necessary d Remove air from hydraulic system to un lock repressurize system HDC 450 SERIES HYDRAULIC DRUM CARRIER ROTATOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION HDC 450 SERIES HYDRAULIC DRUM CARRIER ROTATOR ITEM NO DESCRIPTION PARTNO 1 HDC cradle ass y see pages 6 amp 7 09538005 2 Hydraulic cyl 1 1 2 dia x 18 HDC 450 60 72 84 09021004 Hydraulic cyl 1 1 2 dia x 18 HDC 450 96 only 09021004 Wheel caster 16132036 Locking hex nut 1 2 20 A L Hex head cap screw 1 2 20 x 3 1 2 A L Hitch pin clip 11 Fastenal 45285 Floor brake 1
11. mited to and shall not exceed the purchase price paid Misuse or modification may void warranty WARRANTY DISCLAIMER Our company has made a diligent effort to illustrate and describe the products shown accurately however such illustrations and descriptions are for the sole purpose of identification and do not express or imply a warranty that the products are merchantable or fit for a particular purpose or that the products will necessarily conform to the illustrations or descriptions The provisions of the warranty shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE and laws as enacted in the State of Indiana DISPOSITION Our company will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any product which proves to be defective within the Limited Warranty Warranty claims must be made in writing within said year o
12. or jerky operation Cradle lowers too slow Cradle lowers too fast 10 Cradle raises but does not lower Possible Cause Excessive load Oil is low Pinched hose Relief valve set too low Particle of dirt under the pressure relief valve Particle of dirt under inlet check valve Pump is air locked Inlet check valve has foreign material on seat Relief setting is out of adjustment Foreign material on relief valve seat Outlet check is leaking Change pump displacement speed Change pump displacement speed Intake filter clogged Foreign material stuck under pressure relief valve or under inlet check valve Check for foreign material stuck in clevis or pivot points or frame rails Oil is low Pinched hose Intake filter clogged Foreign material lodged in velocity fuse Foreign material lodged in pressure compensated flow control valve Foreign material lodged in pressure compensated flow control valve Foreign material lodged in pressure compensated flow control valve Release pin bent or missing Foreign object blocking roller travel Velocity fuse is locked Remedy to exploded view a Remove part of the load b Fill oil to within one inch of the top of the reservoir c Correct as necessary Increase only as necessary a Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble pressure relief valve Lower cradle Disassemble clean and re assemble inlet check valve a Bleed a
13. unit Caution Always carefully watch cradle and any load on it when it is in operation Do not exceed a rate of two feet per second when transporting a load with the drum stacker The standard manually powered stacker is furnished with a two speed foot pump Under empty or low load conditions the pump pushes a higher volume of fluid to the cylinder and thus lifts the platform with fewer foot strokes With a moderate to full load the pump will automatically reduce its output in order to generate the required hydraulic pressure e To lift the platform simply repeatedly press the foot pump s foot treadle To lower the platform press the small lever at the left corner of the pump with your toe The unt will hold its position when the lowering lever is released VELOCITY FUSE OPERATION There is a brass velocity fuse with a stainless steel spring in the base of each cylinder In the event of a hydraulic hose or fitting failure the cradle starts to lower at a fast rate As soon as the de scent speed exceeds the fuse s preset speed the velocity fuse will shut off the oil flow and the cradle will remain nearly stationary until pressure is reapplied after repairs are done This safety feature reduces the possibility of accidental personal injury or damage to the unit or its loads If air is intro duced into the system the velocity fuse can lock up even though no failure has occurred To reset the velocity fuse just activate pump by depressing th

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