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SIGNAL WORDS
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood that a particular action will
cause personal injuries or
property damage. Signal words also specify the level of
seriousness of injury if the product is misused in the ways
described. The following signal
words are used in this manual
.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury.
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as
operation that might damage the product.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Vestil strives to identify all foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products.
However, material handling is dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk.
Ultimately, the most effective way to prevent injury is to apply sound judgment whenever using
this device.
Improper or careless use of this product might result in death or serious personal injuries.
• DO NOT use this drum carrier until you read and understand the entire instruction manual.
Read and understand the entire manual before using, inspecting, or servicing the carrier. Read
the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures. Review
the instructions and safety messages included in the manuals for your crane, trolley, hoist, and
any other device used in conjunction with the carrier. Use this device as instructed in this
manual. Also apply all relevant provisions of the most recent revision of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1
(“B56.1”)and all laws, regulations, codes, etc. that apply to front end attachments for lift trucks
where the carrier is used.
• DO NOT open jaws of the device while lifting or moving a drum. BEFORE opening the jaws, the
drum must be entirely supported by the ground or other surface, and be adequately stabilized
to prevent falling over, rolling, sliding, or moving in an uncontrolled manner. If a second person
is needed to immobilize the drum, find someone to help you.
• Inspect the carrier as instructed in INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE on p. 6. Acquire a copy of
the most recent revision of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 and apply all inspection procedures applied to lift
truck attachments.
• Properly maintain the carrier according to the INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE procedures (p.
6). These procedures supplement the maintenance recommendations of B56.1 (the “Standard”).
If any instruction in this manual conflicts with the Standard, then you should apply the provision
in the Standard. DO NOT use the carrier unless it is in SATISFACTORY CONDITION.
• ALWAYS attach the safety strap of the carrier to the carriage of your lift truck without slack.
The carrier must not be able to slide forward on the fork while in use.
• Clean and dry the top and rim of the drum before attaching the carrier to the rim. In
particular, clean the rim where the carrier will be attached. Debris on the surface of the drum
rim could impair the connection between the lifter and the drum.
• Make sure that the path of travel is clear of debris and obstacles BEFORE picking up a drum.
Make sure that no person is in the travel path.
• DO NOT lift and move a drum unless it is firmly engaged in the jaws of the drum carrier. If a
drum cannot be securely engaged, do not attempt to elevate or transport the drum with the
carrier. Select another device.
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