User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS Rev. 8/26/2021 LLW, MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS COPYRIGHT 2021 VESTIL MANUFACTURING CO. Page 20 of 22
INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE
Regular inspections and maintenance are necessary to keep the device in normal condition. Compare
the results of each inspection to the RECORD
to determine whether the unit is satisfactory condition or
requires repairs or replacement parts. If you are uncertain whether a part requires repair or replacement,
contact
TECHNICAL SERVICE for assistance.
• Periodically lubricate moving parts.
• Keep the product clean and dry.
• Only use manufacturer- approved replacement parts.
At least once every 2 weeks, inspect the following components:
1. Winch, winch mounting bracket (see RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK on p. 18), cable, and pulley:
Cycle the deck up and down. Listen for unusual noises and watch for binding or rough movement as
the deck moves. Examine the winch. Make sure that the spool is intact and rotates smoothly when the
handle is turned. Inspect the mounting bracket. The winch should be solidly attached to the bracket.
Tighten all loose fasteners. Lower the deck and examine the cable for reeving, stretching, thinning
portions, etc. Confirm that the pulley rotates freely and is securely fastened to the mast.
2. Frame (mast, base, deck, and deck rollers): examine the frame members for damaged welds, severe
rusting, cracks, bends, etc. Remove rust with steel wool. Clean the affected areas and apply touch-up
paint.
3. Casters and wheels: check each caster and wheel for wobbling, damage, and severe wear. Wheels
and casters should roll smoothly. Clean the casters to remove grit from the surfaces, if necessary.
4. Hardware: examine the pins, bolts, nuts, etc. Tighten loose fasteners.
5. Floor lock: if your unit is equipped with the floor lock option confirm that it makes solid contact with the
ground when applied. Check the condition of the rubber pad. Replace the pad if wear or damage
affects its function.
Maintenance: Implement a maintenance program to ensure that the lifter functions properly. Page 9 of
ANSI/ITSDF standard B56.10-2006, “Manually propelled high lift industrial trucks”, describes recommended
maintenance procedures. A copy of the standard is downloadable for free from the ITSDF website (see
www.itsdf.org). Apply those recommendations in conjunction with the following steps.
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1U. Tag the lifter, “Out of Service.”
U2U. Inspect the lifter as described above. If deformity, corrosion, rusting, or excessive wear of structural
members is present, DO NOT use the lifter. If the deck does not move smoothly or makes noise as it
moves up or down the upright, apply a silicon wax or silicon spray to the inside of the mast frame.
U3U. Remove any dirt or other matter from the cable and pulleys and other lifter surfaces.
U4U. Perform all other necessary adjustments and/or repairs. DO NOT modify the lifter.
U5U. Make a dated record of the repairs, adjustments and/or replacements made.
6. Platform, mast and platform rollers: cycle the platform up and down while listening for unusual noises
and watching for binding or rough movement.