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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 https://www.vestil.com/page-parts-request.php.
Electronic copies of Instruction Manuals
Additional copies of this instruction manual may be downloaded from
manuals.php.
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Safety
Instructions........................................................................................................................
Specifications.............................................................................................................................
National
Standards.....................................................................................................................
Exploded View & Bill of
Using the
HOOK-BASE.................................................................................................................. 6, 7,
Record of Satisfactory
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
Web:
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Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co
Rev. 3/8/2024
Vestil Manufacturing Company
Fax: (260) 665-1339
www.vestil.com
HOOK-BASE MANUAL
e-mail:
info@vestil.com
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  • Page 1 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 https://www.vestil.com/page-parts-request.php. Electronic copies of Instruction Manuals Additional copies of this instruction manual may be downloaded from https://www.vestil.com/page-...
  • Page 2: Signal Words

     Do not use the HOOK-BASE to pull loads of more than 2,500 pounds. Trailer + load must be 2,500lb. or less.  ONLY transport loads with the HOOK-BASE attachment across level surfaces.
  • Page 3: Specifications

    Table of Contents Rev. 3/8/2024 HOOK-BASE MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and other specifications of each standard model HOOK-BASE appear in the diagrams and tables below and on pages & 5. HOOK-BASE only— No towing or lifting attachments. Model Capacity Net Weight 40”...
  • Page 4 105 lb. HOOK-BASE-38 126.8cm 116.8cm 106.7cm 2.2cm 62.8cm 1,818.2kg (47.7 kg) ” 52” 48” 0.84” 27.96” 4,000 lb. 113 lb. HOOK-BASE-44 142.1cm 132.1cm 121.9cm 2.1cm 71.0cm 1,818.2kg (51.4 kg) Table of Contents Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 4 of 11...
  • Page 5: National Standards

    Standard. Apply all relevant parts of Part II: For the User. If instructions provided in this manual conflict with the Standard, then you should apply the instructions in the Standard. Vestil requests that you immediately share any conflicts with its TECHNICAL SERVICE personnel.
  • Page 6: Exploded View And Bill Of Materials

    B) Fasten the pintle hook to the HOOK-BASE: first apply a lock washer to each bolt; then apply a B) Fasten the tow ball to hex nut. Fully tighten the nuts to secure the...
  • Page 7 NOTE: The forks of your lift truck should be AT LEAST as long as the fork tubes. Side view of fork Hitch pin clip Heel of Locking fork Tine lock bracket Secure locking pins with hitch pins Table of Contents Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 7 of 11...
  • Page 8 However, there must be no slack in the chain whenever the HOOK-BASE is used. Wrap the chain around the carriage to remove all slack. Otherwise, the chain will not prevent the unit from sliding on the forks.
  • Page 9: Inspections & Maintenance

    RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION to determine whether the unit is in satisfactory condition. DO NOT use the HOOK-BASE unless it is in satisfactory condition. Only use manufacturer-approved replacement parts to restore the unit to satisfactory condition. Never make temporary repairs of damaged or missing parts. DON’T GUESS! If you have any...
  • Page 10: Labeling Diagram

    (260) 665-7586 and asking for the Parts Department. A: Label 1049 B: Label 1153 C: Label 218 D: Label 658 Table of Contents Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co Page 10 of 11...
  • Page 11 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. What is covered under the warranty? The warranty covers defects in the following original, dynamic parts: motors, hydraulic pumps, motor controllers, and cylinders.

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