tri-series tripods instruction manual vestil
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1. 8 DN STi oe a LY E Item no Partno Description 1 28 014 155 Top casting 2 28 514 084 Outer leg tube Foot casting 4 28 113 010 Beveled washer 5 28 145 008 in x6in eyebot 1 6 36116 _ in 10hexnt 2 7 45286 gin x2 gin 11 hitchpin 6 8 66125 in x6in clevispin 6 9 33012 PlainUSSflatwasher 6 Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 4 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc FIG 3 TRI AA Exploded Parts Diagram amp Bills of Materials 4 33012 PlainUSSflatwasher 6 6 45286 ein x2 gin 11 hitchpin 9 7 66125 in x6in clevispin 6 8 28 113 010 Beveledwasher 1 9 28 145 008 in x6in eyebolt 1 10 28 014 182 Innerlegtube 3 in x 4 in clevis pin 13 45214 hein quicklink 3 Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 5 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 FIG 4 TRI AF Exploded Parts Diagram amp Bill of Materials N B gt zry gy PL TRI manual doc Partno Quantity _ 28 014 155 Top casting a ae 28 514 117 Outer leg tube 3 45286 g in X 2 in 11 hitch pin 7 45214 4 in quick link a a 66125 in x 6 in clevis pin FB 28 145 015 g in x 52 in chain Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 6 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc Product specifications Dimensions and other specifications appear in the table below i j 285 Ib TRI SA Leg length2. adjustable 8ft to 137ft 2 000 129 5 ko 285 Ib 1 TRI SF Fixed leg length 8ft 2 000 129 5 kg TRI AA Leg length is adjustable 814ft to 1314ft 1 000 i I 215 lb TRI AF Fixed leg length 8 1 000 97 7 kg Assembly instructions refer to the exploded part diagram for the appropriate model To assemble the tripod perform the following steps 1 Pin the upper end each outer leg tube to the top casting with 6in clevis pins part no 66125 NOTE A handle is welded to the lower end of each outer leg tube Secure the clevis pins with hitch pins 3in 10 hex nuts Beveled Hitch pin 6in clevis pin tube CJS Ig in x 2 s in 11 hitch pin Handle Bottom Outer leg tube Beveled washer 2 in X 6in clevis pin Top casting Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 7 of 10 0813 2 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc Install the eyebolt Feed the bolt up through the hole in the center of the top casting As shown in FIG 5 on p 7 slide the beveled washer over the end of the bolt with the larger side facing up and secure the bolt in place with hex nuts If your tripod has adjustable legs models TRI SA amp TRI AA pin the inner leg tubes to the outer leg tubes next Notice that the inner leg tubes have a series of pin holes along the length of the tube The lower end of each inner leg tube has 2 additional holes for pins that connect to the feet FIG 6 Assembly mAn Quick link T C
3. or missing contact Vestil to order a replacement 8 Overall condition of the tilter the structure should be clean square and rigid and free of rust and corrosion Remove dirt and debris 9 Chains check all chains and 4 in quick links for elongations cracks and deformation 10 Welds confirm that all welds are intact Label placement diagram Each tripod should be labeled as shown on this page Replace any label that is damaged or unreadable DO NOT use the tripod unless all labels are in place Label 287 MO DE CMO DE LO MODELE CAPACITY CAPAQDADNCAPACITE SERIALS E RIES ERIE Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 9 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc LIMITED WARRANTY Vestil Manufacturing Corporation Vestil warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period Our warranty obligation is to provide a replacement for a defective original part if the part is covered by the warranty after we receive a proper request from the warrantee you for warranty service Who may request service Only a warrantee may request service You are a warrantee if you purchased the product from Vestil or from an authorized distributor AND Vestil has been fully paid What is an original part An original part is a part used to make the product as shipped to the warrantee What is a proper request A request for warranty service is proper if Vestil receive
4. 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc 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 TRI SERIES TRIPODS INSTRUCTION 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 record a complete description of the damage on the bill of lading If the product is undamaged discard the packaging NOTES 1 Compliance with laws regulations codes and non voluntary standards enforced in the location where 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 The instructions in this manual or b Information provided on labels affixed to the product Neither is VESTIL 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 Hazard identification explanation of signal words Safety Guidelines Exploded parts diagrams and bills of materia
5. end the warranty period for products shipped from authorized distributors by up to 30 days to account for shipping time If a defective part is covered by the warranty what will Vestil do to correct the problem Vestil will provide an appropriate replacement for any covered part An authorized representative of Vestil will contact you to discuss your claim What is not covered by the warranty 1 Labor 2 Freight 3 Occurrence of any of the following which automatically voids the warranty Product misuse Negligent operation or repair Corrosion or use in corrosive environments Inadequate or improper maintenance e Damage sustained during shipping Collisions or other incidental contacts causing damage to the product Unauthorized modifications DO NOT modify the product IN ANY WAY without first receiving written authorization from Vestil Modification s might make the product unsafe to use or might cause excessive and or abnormal wear Do any other warranties apply to the product Vestil Manufacturing Corp makes no other express warranties All implied warranties are disclaimed to the extent allowed by law Any implied warranty not disclaimed is limited in scope to the terms of this Limited Warranty Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 10 of 10
6. ll times DANGER Electrocution might result if any part of the tripod or a load suspended from it contacts electrified wires AWARNING If this product is used improperly or carelessly the user and or bystanders might sustain serious personal injuries or even be killed Each person who assembles uses or maintains this tripod should read and understand the entire manual before installing using or servicing the product for the first time Failure to do so is a misuse of the product If you do not understand an instruction ask your supervisor for clarification To reduce the likelihood of injury e Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures when necessary e DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem with the product unless you are both authorized to do so and certain that it will be safe to use afterwards e Inspect the product before each use as described in Inspections amp Maintenance Recommendations on p 9 to confirm normal condition DO NOT use the product if any unusual noise or movement is observed If a malfunction occurs remove the unit from service and notify your supervisor amp maintenance personnel about the issue e DO NOT exceed the capacity of the tripod see Product specifications table on p 7 and Label placement diagram on p 9 e DO NOT stand or allow other persons to stand reach or crawl beneath any elevated part of the tilter e DO NOT modify the tripod
7. ls Product specifications Installation instructions Assembly instructions Using the tripod Inspections amp Maintenance Recommendations Label placement diagram Limited warranty Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 1 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc HAZARD IDENTIFICATION explanation of signal words This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelinood of personal injuries as well as the probable seriousness of those injuries if the product is misused in the ways described Other signal words call attention to uses of the product likely cause property damage The signal words used appear below along with the meaning of each word Identifies a hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in DEATH or DANGER 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 ACAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE injury NOTICE Identifies practices likely to result in product property damage such as operation that might damage the product Safety Guidelines VESTIL strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products However material handling is inherently dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk The end user ultimately is responsible for exercising sound judgment at a
8. ollar Outer leg tube FIG 6C Attach foot S castings Inner leg tube in X 6in clevis 4 Attach the foot castings to the lower end of the leg tubes with 1 2 in x 4 2in clevis pins Secure the pins with hitch pins 5 Select the appropriate foot FIG 7A Use spiked face on loose FIG 7B Use the smooth casting orientation for the ground face on packed or improved usage environment Pivot surfaces the foot castings to present either a spiked or smooth face Attach the chains to the 15 in quick links welded to the upper leg tubes Attach the end links of each chain to the quick links as shown in FIG 6A Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 8 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc Using the tripod Attach a chain hoist or other lifting device to the eyelet The capacity of the hoist should equal the capacity of the tripod Subtract the weight of the hoist from the capacity of the tripod DO NOT exceed the capacity of the tripod or the hoist whichever is smaller The capacity of each tripod model is listed in the table on p 3 and displayed on label 287 see Label placement diagram on p 10 Adjust the length of each leg as needed to allow the hoist chain cable etc to hang vertically The legs of models TRI SA and TRI AA can be adjusted in 6 inch increments To adjust the length of a leg 1 Align the appropriate pin hole in the inner leg tube with the pin holes in the o
9. or any component of the lifter in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil Unauthorized modifications automatically void the Limited Warranty p 10 and might make the device unsafe to use e DO NOT use the tripod UNLESS all product labels see Label placement diagram on p 9 are readable and undamaged NOTICE Proper use maintenance and storage are essential for this product to function properly o Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any training relevant to hoists and rigging used in conjunction with this product o Keep the product clean amp dry Periodically lubricate moving parts Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 2 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 Part no 28 014 155 28 113 010 28 014 156 28 514 083 28 014 114 36116 33012 66123 45286 28 145 008 28 145 015 6 66125 8 9 Copyright 2013 Vestil Manufacturing Co Description Top casting Beveled washer Foot casting Outer leg tube Inner leg tube 2 in X 6 in clevis pin 3 4 in 10 hex nut Plain USS flat washer Y2 X 42 clevis pin g in X 2 in 11 hitch pin 3 4 in x 6 in eyebolt g in x 52 in chain TRI manual doc FIG 1 TRI SA Exploded Parts Diagram amp Bill of Materials Quantity 1 E 6 6 9 Page 3 of 10 0813 Rev 1 5 15 TRI manual doc FIG 2 TRI SF Exploded Parts Diagram amp Bill of Materials
10. s 1 a photocopy of the Customer Invoice that displays the shipping date AND 2 a written request for warranty service including your name and phone number Send requests by any of the following methods Mail Fax Email Vestil Manufacturing Corporation 260 665 1339 sales vestil com 2999 North Wayne Street PO Box 507 Phone Angola IN 46703 260 665 7586 In the written request list the parts believed to be defective and include the address where replacements should be delivered What is covered under the warranty After Vestil receives your request for warranty service an authorized representative will contact you to determine whether your claim is covered by the warranty Before providing warranty service Vestil may require you to send the entire product or just the defective part or parts to its facility in Angola IN The warranty covers defects in the following original dynamic components motors hydraulic pumps electronic controllers switches and cylinders It also covers defects in original parts that wear under normal usage conditions wearing parts such as bearings hoses wheels seals brushes and batteries How long is the warranty period The warranty period for original components is 30 days The warranty period begins on the date when Vestil ships the product to the warrantee If the product was purchased from an authorized distributor the period begins when the distributor ships the product Vestil may ext
11. uter leg tube 2 Insert a 2 In x 4 in clevis pin through the pin holes in both tubes and 3 Secure the clevis pin with a 1 s in x 2 s in 11 hitch pin Inspections amp Maintenance Recommendations Inspect the tripod at least as frequently as indicated in this section to confirm that it is in normal operating condition Before each use inspect the listed components Do not use the tripod unless all components are in normal condition 1 Top casting the top casting should be square and rigid and should lack cracks warps etc 2 Leg tubes confirm that the attachments to the top casting and to the foot castings are sound Also examine the ends of all leg tubes for flares cracks bends and warps 3 Pins hitch pins and pin holes inspect all of the clevis pins part numbers 66125 amp 66123 in the exploded parts diagrams Check pin holes for elongations cracks and deformation Confirm that pins are straight and without cracks or warps 4 Eyebolt and fasteners hardware tighten loose fasteners and replace any fastener that is damaged 5 Hinge link assembly powered units confirm that the link assembly is not warped or cracked 6 Crossbar support manual models examine the crossbar and confirm that it is structurally sound For example it should not be warped cracked bent or excessively rusted or corroded 7 Product labels all labels should be readable and located as shown in FIG 6 If a label s is unreadable
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