Table of Contents Rev. 12/10/2019 VHSR, MANUAL
Table of Contents Copyright 2019 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 6
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. The signal words used appear below along with the meaning of
each word:
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 foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, no manual can
address every conceivable risk. The most effective way to avoid injury is to exercise sound judgment when
assembling, using, inspecting, and maintaining this product. Keep a copy of this manual with the product at all
times. For example, put a copy inside a plastic pouch and attach the pouch to the frame. Anyone who uses this
product must be made aware that a copy of the manual is available and where to find it.
If this product is assembled, installed, or used improperly, serious personal injuries might result.
• Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling, installing, loading or servicing the
product constitutes misuse. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance
procedures as necessary.
• DO NOT exceed the capacity of your unit. Capacity information appears on p. 3 & 4 as well as on label 287. See
LABELLING DIAGRAM on p. 5.
• Inspect the rack periodically (AT LEAST once per month). DO NOT continue to use the rack if the inspection
reveals structural damage. Examples of structural damage include: 1) warped, deformed, or damaged dividers or
base frame; 2) cracked welds; 3) enlargement of bolt holes; 4) corrosion, severe wear, or other condition that
affects the ability of the product to support weight; 6) damaged, deformed or cracked channels (for machined nuts).
Immediately tag out the rack, unload it completely, and replace each part that fails to pass an inspection. DO NOT
use the product until it is fully restored to normal condition. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts.
• DO NOT use the product if any unusual noise or movement is observed. If a malfunction occurs, remove the unit
from service and notify your supervisor or maintenance personnel about the issue.
• All loads must fit within the dimensions of the rack. DO NOT store any load that hangs over the rack.
• DO NOT use the rack UNLESS it is securely anchored to the ground.
• ALWAYS evenly distribute and center loads applied to the rack.
• ONLY install this rack on even, level surfaces.
• DO NOT remove or obscure any label. All product labels must be readable and undamaged.
• DO NOT climb on the rack.
• DO NOT modify the rack in any way. Unauthorized modifications automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY on
p. 6 and might make the rack unsafe to use.
Proper maintenance is essential for this product to function properly and to last as long as possible.
o Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any training
relevant to the storage of materials on racks.
o Keep the rack clean & dry.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION (THE “RECORD”)
Thoroughly inspect the rack after assembling it and before putting it into service. Record the condition and
appearance of each of the frame members and all fasteners including anchor bolts. Thoroughly photograph the rack
from multiple angles. Include close range photographs of all labels, anchor bolts, fasteners, and the openings in the
side assemblies (see ASSEMBLY on p. 5). Add the photographs to the record. Collate all photographs and writings
into a single file. This file is a record of the RACK in satisfactory condition. Visually inspect all parts of the unit at least
once per month. Compare your observations to the Record to determine whether the rack is in satisfactory condition.
Do not use the rack unless it is in satisfactory condition. Purely cosmetic changes, like damaged paint or powdercoat,
are not changes from satisfactory condition. However, touchup paint should be applied as soon as damage occurs.
