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Rev. 12/23/2016
Receiving instructions:
After delivery, IMMEDIATELY remove the packaging. Inspect the product closely to determine whether it
sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered, 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) Instructions in this manual; or b) Information provided on labels affixed to the product.
Vestil is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages caused by failure to apply the
instructions in this manual.
Table of Contents
Signal Words................................................................................................................................... 2
Hazards of Improper Use................................................................................................................... 2
Specifications................................................................................................................................. 3
FIG. 1: HOOK-BASE exploded parts diagrams & bills of materials.............................................................. 4
Use Instructions............................................................................................................................... 4 - 6
Inspections & Maintenance................................................................................................................ 7
Labeling Diagram............................................................................................................................. 7
Limited Warranty.............................................................................................................................. 8
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ESTIL
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
2) VESTIL is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply either: a) Instructions in this manual; or b) Information provided on labels affixed to the product. -
Page 2: Signal Words
Before attaching the HOOK-BASE to the tongue/coupler and latch of a trailer or other towable equipment, inspect the coupler and latch and confirm that all parts are structurally sound. DO NOT use the HOOK-BASE to tow a trailer or other towable equipment UNLESS the coupler seats properly on the selected ball hitch and latches securely. -
Page 3: Specifications
Rev. 12/23/2016 HOOK-BASE, MANUAL Specifications: Dimensions and other specifications of each standard model HOOK-BASE appear in the diagrams and tables below. Model Capacity Net Weight HOOK-BASE-32 40” 36” ” 0.77” 19.91” 4,000 lb. 87 lb. HOOK-BASE-38 46” 42” ” 0.74”... -
Page 4: Use Instructions
” Use Instructions: Refer to FIG. 1 (above) for locations of features described. Step 1: Select the appropriate towing attachment and fasten it to the HOOK-BASE. PINTLE HOOK TOW BALL 1) Insert the bolts through the four bolt holes in the cross member (shown by dashed arrows). - Page 5 (the tine lock brackets should project behind the heel of the forks). Secure the HOOK-BASE to the forks by reinstalling the tine lock pins; then secure the lock pins in place with hitch pins (3).
- Page 6 The jaw will maintain the open position when the lever is pressed all the way forward. Unlock snapper pin and Press upwards on upper jaw Pintle jaws open then pull out the pin and press opening lever forward Copyright 2016 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 6 of 8...
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Page 7: Inspections & Maintenance
1. Safety chain and snap hook (attached to the free end of the safety chain): confirm that the spring latch (of the hook) automatically closes firmly. Do not continue to use the HOOK-BASE if the tine locks, snap hook, chain, or quick link are damaged or worn severely enough to prevent normal function. -
Page 8: Limited Warranty
(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.