OWNER`S MANUAL
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1. 30 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer warrants for the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for 30 days after the date of shipment Any part that 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 or pre approved in advance by the manufacturer 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 All specifications are subject to change without notice 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 limited to and shall not exceed the purchase price paid Misuse or modification may void warranty Warranty does not cover labor or consequential damages including but not limited to business interruption costs lost profits or lost business opportunities WARRANTY DISCLAIMER The manufacturer has made a diligent effort to accurately illustrate and describe their products However such illustrations and descriptions are for the sole purpose of id2. S EapT Co Warranty REPLACEMENT PARTS There are no replaceable parts for this product In any communication with the factory please be prepared to provide the fork extension s serial number which is indicated on a safety label RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS Every unit is thoroughly inspected prior to shipment However it is possible that the unit could incur damage during transit Inspect the unit closely when it arrives If you see evidence of damage or rough handling to either the packaging or to the product when it is being unloaded immediately make a note of it on the Bill Of Lading It is important that you remove the product s packaging upon its arrival to ensure that there is no concealed damage or to enable a timely claim with the carrier for freight damage Also verify that the product and its specifications are as ordered 1of5 10 05 99 126 125 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE amp SAFETY CHECKS ALL FE MODELS A Before each use 1 Check for damage to the fork extension and its locking mechanism 2 Verify that the fork extension locking mechanism has properly engaged B Inspect monthly for 1 Damage bending or fatigue Check especially for bending of the part of the lock that secures the fork extension behind the heel of a fork truck s forks 2 Readability of the safety labels OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ALL FE MODELS o Ensure that all employees involved in the operation
3. of fork extensions understand and follow these instructions The standard model FE fork extension is intended to be used with 2 thick fork truck forks and the fork extension model used must match the fork truck s fork width It is intended to be used to provide additional support for fork truck loads whose length are up to 150 of the fork truck s fork length Per ASME B56 1 2000 Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks Part Il Paragraph 5 4 3 Fork length should be at least two thirds of load length Note The rated center of gravity of the fork truck s forks does not change with the use of fork extensions OSHA 29CFR Chapter XVII Part 1910 178 a 4 states Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation of a fork truck shall not be performed by the customer or user without manufacturer s prior written approval Capacity operation and maintenance instruction plates tags or decals shall be changed accordingly And 1910 178 a 5 states that If a fork truck is equipped with front end attachments other than factory installed attachments the user shall request that the truck be marked to identify the attachments and show the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with load laterally centered Installation e FE x xx With the fork truck s forks about 1 off the floor lift the nose end of the fork extension up at approximately a 4
4. 10 05 VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP 2999 N Wayne St Angola IN 46703 Ph 260 665 7586 Fax 260 665 1339 E mail sales vestil com www vestil com MODEL FE ALL Serial number 99 126 125 OwNER S MANUAL Routine Maintenance amp Safety Checks 2 Safety Label Identification eee eeeeeteceeeeeeteeeeeees 3 Operation Instructions ceceeeeee ences errer 2 WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Ensure that all employees understand and follow the following o Read and understand this owner s manual before installing and using the fork extensions o Ensure that all safety and warning labels stay in place and are legible o The fork truck s forks must be inserted all the way into the fork extensions so that the fork extensions locks are located behind the heel of the forks o Do not attempt to lift a load using only the end of the fork extension Any load lifted using fork extensions must be fully supported by the extension o Always carefully watch the load on the fork extensions when a load is elevated o Do not use a fork extension if it appears to be damaged or bent o Do not perform any modifications to the fork extension without the manufacturer s approval Failure to receive authorization for changes to the equipment could void the warranty o Repairs are to be done only by personnel qualified to perform the required work VESTIL MFG Co T amp
5. 5 angle Place the opposite end of the fork extension onto the tip of the fork with the locking loop under the fork Slide the fork extension onto the fork until it reaches the heel of the fork and lower the extension onto the fork FE x xx P Remove the lock pin and place the fork extension over the fork truck s fork so it is all the way back against the fork s heel Reinstall the locking pin behind the fork truck s heel R e FE x xXx AL Align the fork truck s forks with the open end of the fork extensions With the forks level or slightly tilted forward drive the fork truck forward until the fork extensions reach the heel of the forks Raise the forks approximately three feet and pull the fork extensions outward to verify that the locks are properly engaged e Note To remove the auto lock fork extensions from beneath a load the extensions must not be in contact with the ground For pallets or skids lower the forks until the pallet or skid just rests on the ground Tilt the forks slightly forward then lower them another 12 to 3 4 Back out slowly Caution Never use a fork extension if it appears to be damaged or bent Loading o Any load lifted using fork extensions must be fully supported by the extension Caution Do not exceed the fork truck s load rating at its listed center of gravity Caution Do not attempt to lift a load using only the end of the fork extension Permanent damage to the fork extension
6. damage to property or injury to personnel could result Caution Always carefully watch the load on the fork extensions when a load is elevated Ensure that all safety and warning labels stay in place and are legible Refer to the labels page in this manual VESTIL MFG CO T amp S EQPT Co 2of5 10 05 99 126 125 SAFETY LABEL IDENTIFICATION ALL FE MODELS 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 the manufacturer for replacement labels MADE IN Model FE Under Side Behind Nose Piece INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS o FORCIE ORE MET E SURONO FOMI Alaa ages T we VALT MAUT DE AER ME rore Under Side Behind Nose Piece INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION ns A eaa ia enia Seung i PONO OaE G aAA ALOE RA O aaa aconern miman a Duara MaE Ona Testu Under Side Behind Nose Piece Model FE AL Under Side Behind Nose Piece MADE IN JS Renin a A 3of5 Under Side Behind Nose Piece Under Side Behind Nose Piece Under Side Behind Nose Piece NOTICE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS o FORK EITEM ONG MUST BE SUDORI POMKS ALAN MASLE THE UDILT ronk Model FE RS INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACI N VESTIL MFG Co T amp S EapT Co 99 126 125 Model FE P Under Side Behind Nose Piece 10 05 99 126 125 PRODUCT WARRANTY
7. entification and do note 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 that proves to be defective within the limited warranty period Warranty claims must be made in writing within one year of the date of shipment VESTIL MFG Co T amp S EapT Co 5o0f5
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