Signal Words; Safe Use Recommendations - Vestil PEL-Series Instruction Manual

Rev. 10/3/2019

Signal Words:

This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood 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. Each signal word used in this manual is defined below.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY.
Identifies actions likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that might damage
the product.

Safe Use Recommendations:

Vestil strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material handling is
dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The end-user ultimately is responsible for exercising sound
judgment at all times.
If this product is used or maintained improperly serious personal injuries or death might result. ALWAYS
use the product properly.
• Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using or servicing the product
constitutes misuse.
• Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures whenever necessary.
• DO NOT attempt to resolve any issue with the product unless you are certain that it will be safe to use afterwards.
• DO NOT modify the product in any way. Unauthorized modifications might make the lifter unsafe to use and
automatically void the Limited Warranty (see p. 17).
• DO NOT exceed the capacity of your unit. Refer to the "Specifications" table on p. 3 as well as label 287 (see
"Labeling diagram" on p. 16) on the product for capacity information.
• Inspect the product according to the instructions on p. 15. Replace each part that is not in normal condition. DO NOT
use the product until it is fully restored to normal condition. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts.
• Cycle the deck all the way up and all the way down. Listen for unusual sounds as the deck rises and lowers. Watch
the deck for unusual movement.
• DO NOT use the lifter unless all machine guards are in place, i.e. the mast guard that conceals the chain(s).
• This product is NOT a personnel lift. DO NOT use it to lift or transport people.
• DO NOT walk or stand beneath the load deck at any time.
• DO NOT leave the lifter unattended when it is loaded. Lower the deck and unload it before leaving the lifter
unattended.
• ONLY transport loads with the deck no higher than necessary to support the load and avoid obstacles.
• DO NOT continue to push the "UP" button on the hand control if the forks do not respond. Remove the unit from
service and report the problem to maintenance personnel.
• Always lift pallets properly. Drive forward until the edge of a pallet contacts the heels of the forks.
• ONLY use this lifter on even, level ground.
• NEVER change the setting of the pressure relief valve.
• ALWAYS carefully watch the pallet handler and the load while lifting and transporting loads.
• DO NOT use this device UNLESS all labels (see "Labeling Diagram" on. p. 16) are in place, readable, and
undamaged.
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