Vestil AHS Series Manual

Steel adjustable-height gantry cranes

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AHS-Series Steel Adjustable-Height Gantry Cranes
Receiving Instructions
After delivery, remove the packaging from the product. Inspect the product closely to determine
whether it sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered, record a complete description
of it on the bill of lading. If the product is undamaged, discard the packaging.
NOTE: The end-user is solely responsible for confirming that product design, use, and maintenance
comply with laws, regulations, codes, and mandatory standards applied where the product is used.
Technical Service & Replacement Parts
For answers to questions not addressed in these instructions and to order replacement parts, labels,
and accessories, call our Technical Service and Parts Department at (260) 665-7586. The department
can also be contacted online at http://www.vestilmfg.com/parts_info.htm.
Electronic copies of Instruction Manuals
Additional copies of this instruction manual may be downloaded from
manuals.php.
Table of Contents
Specifications..........................
Signal
Words..............................
Safety
Instructions......................
Assembly
Instructions....... ...18, 19, 20,
Using the
Crane.........................
Festoon
Kit................................
Record of Satisfactory
National
Standards.....................
Inspections &
Maintenance........
Labeling
Diagram......................
Limited
Warranty........................
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2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703
Telephone: (260) 665-7586 -or- Toll Free (800) 348-0868
Url:
www.vestilmfg.com
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Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
Rev. 3/29/2022
Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
Fax: (260) 665-1339
Table of Figures
Exploded View AHS-2-10-12, 2-10-14, & 2-10-16....
Exploded View AHS-2-15 series ..........................
Exploded View AHS-2-20-12, 2-20-14, & 2-20-16.....
Exploded View AHS-4-10-12, 4-10-14, & 4-10-16.....
Exploded View AHS-4-15 series............................
Exploded View AHS-4-20-12, 4-20-14, & 4-20-16......
Exploded View AHS-6-10-12, 6-10-14, & 6-10-16.....
Exploded View AHS-6-15 series...........................
Exploded View AHS-6-20-12, 6-20-14, & 6-20-16......
Exploded View AHS-8-10-12, 8-10-14, & 8-10-16......
Exploded View AHS-8-15 series...........................
Exploded View AHS-8-20-12, 8-20-14, & 8-20-16......
Exploded View AHS-10-15-10..............................
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  • Page 1 Fig. J Exploded View AHS-8-10-12, 8-10-14, & 8-10-16…… Limited Warranty…………………... Fig. K Exploded View AHS-8-15 series……………………… Fig. L Exploded View AHS-8-20-12, 8-20-14, & 8-20-16…… Fig. M Exploded View AHS-10-15-10………………………… Page 1 of 26 Table of Contents Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
  • Page 2 2 & 3. However, product design changes might alter specifications, particularly dimensions and net weight, for 1 or more model. Specifications documents for AHS-series cranes are provided on Vestil’s website. To access the appropriate specifications document, navigate to the relevant webpage: https://www.vestil.com/product.php?FID=517.
  • Page 3 3,636 kg 671.3 kg (78 – 120)in. 10,000 lb. 1033.4 lb. AHS-10-15-10 163.8 cm 456.6 cm 30.8 cm 335.9 cm 377.8 cm (198.1 – 304.8)cm 4,545 kg 469.7 kg TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 3 of 26...
  • Page 4: Signal Words

    See LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 25. Contact Vestil for replacement labels. • DO NOT modify the crane in any way without the express approval of Vestil in writing. Unapproved modifications automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY and might make the crane unsafe to use.
  • Page 5 GFN-8/2-S locking caster 28-516-053 Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam clamp) 28-014-384 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 5 of 26...
  • Page 6 – 18 x ¾ in. HHCS #2 zinc-plated bolt 33006 in. zinc-plated USS flat washer 28-014-263 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 6 of 26...
  • Page 7 – 18 x ¾ in. HHCS #2 zinc-plated bolt 33006 in. zinc-plated USS flat washer 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-014-392 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 7 of 26...
  • Page 8 USS flat washer 28-516-053 Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam clamp) 28-014-387 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 8 of 26...
  • Page 9 USS flat washer 28-516-053 Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam clamp) 28-014-388 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 9 of 26...
  • Page 10 Weldment, I-beam clamp Frame, leg assembly: 28-514-016 AHS-4-20-12 28-514-017 AHS-4-20-14 28-514-017 AHS-4-20-16 28-014-394 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 10 of 26...
  • Page 11 – 14 UNC x 1 in. zinc-plated HHCS #5 bolt 28-516-053 Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam clamp) 28-014-387 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 11 of 26...
  • Page 12 – 14 UNC x 1 in. zinc-plated HHCS #5 bolt Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam 28-516-053 clamp) 28-014-391 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 12 of 26...
  • Page 13 28-514-009 AHS-6-20-12 28-514-010 AHS-6-20-14 28-514-124 AHS-6-20-16 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-113-022 Shim, top plate clamp shim 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 13 of 26...
  • Page 14 ½ in. – 13 nylon insert lock nut 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-014-387 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 14 of 26...
  • Page 15 ½ in. – 13 nylon insert lock nut 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-014-391 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 15 of 26...
  • Page 16 28-514-009 AHS-8-20-12 28-514-010 AHS-8-20-14 28-514-124 AHS-8-20-16 28-516-053 Weldment, I-beam clamp 28-113-022 Shim, top plate clamp shim 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 28-612-003 #6 hitch pin 45282 TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 16 of 26...
  • Page 17 Beam clamp (either spur clamp or welded beam clamp) 28-014-393 Frame, domestic steel I-beam 16-132-305 Batwing, caster position lock 28-612-003 1 in. x 7 in. retaining pin 45282 #6 hitch pin TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 17 of 26...
  • Page 18: Assembling The Crane

    • ONLY qualified personnel should assemble the crane. • DO NOT modify the crane in any way unless and until you receive written approval from Vestil. • DO NOT use the crane if you notice damage to or deformation of the beam, uprights, or any component of either of the leg assemblies.
  • Page 19 FIG. 2A: End View of I-beam Connection to Beam Bracket of Upright FIG. 2B: Clamp the I-beam to the tops of the uprights Shim Beam clamp Upright I-beam Lower flange of I-beam TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 19 of 26...
  • Page 20 FIG. 2E: Beam clamp connection to beam bracket [Models AHS-6-20-12, AHS-6-20-14, AHS-6-20-16, AHS-8- 20-12, AHS-8-20-14 & AHS-8-2016] FIG. 2F: Close-up view of connection including shim Beam clamp Beam flange Shim TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 20 of 26...
  • Page 21 (medium split) 3 Caster mount bracket ” -18 x ” HHCS #2, zinc- ” -13 zinc-plated hex plated ” zinc plated flat washer ” zinc finish flat washer TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 21 of 26...
  • Page 22: Proper Loading

    I-beam above the center of the load. Proper positioning is Upright diagrammed below in Fig 7. assembly FIG. 7: Proper Load Lifting Properly centered hoist & trolley Height Cotter adjustment Improperly centered hoist & trolley TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 22 of 26...
  • Page 23 USS flat washer 45503 in. wire rope (1 in. longer than 1-beam) 34785T4 Quick-grip wire rope clamp CV200 Plastic cable tie O-RING15 Metal ring FCOIL 143-001 Coiled power cord TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 23 of 26...
  • Page 24: National Standards

    NOTE: Inspection procedures are included in the most current revision of ASME B30.17. As stated above in the NATIONAL STANDARDS section, Vestil recommends that you acquire a copy of the most recent revision of this standard. Apply all use and maintenance/care instructions in the standard. Vestil also recommends that you contact your local occupational health and safety authority to determine if any laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, etc.
  • Page 25: Labeling Diagram

    (e.g. faded). To order replacement labels or to inquire whether your unit is properly labeled, contact the technical service and parts department online http://www.vestilmfg.com/parts_info.htm or by calling (260) 665-7586 and asking for the Parts Department. TABLE OF CONTENTS Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 25 of 26...
  • Page 26 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 will require you to send the entire product, or just the defective part (or parts), to its facility in Angola, IN.

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