Vestil CRF Series User manual

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CRF-SERIES CARPET RAMS
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 [phone]. 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-
manuals.php
Vestil Manufacturing Company
2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703
Telephone: [phone] -or-Toll Free [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.vestil.com e-mail: [email protected]
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Page
Signal Words…………………………………………..….………………………………...………………………………
2
Safety Instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………
2
Specifications…………………………………..…………………………………………………………………………..
3
CRF-108 Exploded View & Bill of Materials……………..…………………………………………………………….
3
CRF-120 Exploded View & Bill of Materials ……………..……………………………..…..…………………………
4
CRF-144 Exploded View & Bill of Materials…………………………..………………….……………………………
5
National Standards………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
6
Using the Carpet Ram………………………………………….……………………………..………………….………
6
Record of Satisfactory Condition………………………………………………………………………………………
6
Inspections……………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………
6- 7
Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
7
Labeling Diagram……...……………………..………………………………………………………………………..…
7
Limited Warranty…...…………………………………………………………………………...…………………………
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SIGNAL WORDS
SIGNAL WORDS appear in this manual to draw the reader’s attention to important safety-related
messages. The following are signal words used in this manual and their definitions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Vestil strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products, but no manual can
address every conceivable risk. Minimize the likelihood of injury by observing the hazards identified below
and by inspecting and maintaining the product as instructed in the INSPECTIONS and MAINTENANCE
sections of this manual on p. 6-7.
WARNING
Risks of serious personal injuries or death. Always apply material handling techniques learned during training
and use the product properly.
Read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using or servicing the product.
Before using this (forklift) front end attachment, you must contact the manufacturers of all forklifts that will
use it to request: 1) written approval; and 2) markings for each forklift that identify the coil carrier AND give
the approximate weight of the forklift and carrier at maximum elevation with a laterally-centered load. DO
NOT use the carpet ram until your forklifts are marked.
Read and understand the entire manual before installing, using, or servicing the product. Read the
manual to refresh your understanding of proper use, inspection, and maintenance procedures whenever
necessary.
DO NOT exceed the capacity of your unit. See LABELING DIAGRAM, label 1153, p. 7.
Inspect the carpet pole before each use as described in INSPECTIONS on p. 6-7.
Before attaching the carpet ram to the carriage of your fork lift, inspect the carriage and confirm that all
parts are structurally sound and in satisfactory condition. See RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION on p. 6.
Always connect the safety chain to the carriage of your forklift without slack. The unit must not be able to
slide on the forks.
Verify that the load is stable by lifting the carpet just a few inches above the ground. Load swing should
be minimal and the carpet pole should not shift on the forks. If the load is not stable while elevated, return it
to the ground and use another device to transport it.
ALWAYS apply the rules governing use of (forklift) front end attachments applied at your work site.
DO NOT cover or remove any label. Verify the location and legibility of all labels. Label placement is
shown in the LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 7. DO NOT use this device UNLESS all product labels are readable
and undamaged.
DO NOT ride or sit on the carpet pole.
DO NOT use the carpet pole to push objects. Only use the product to transport a roll of carpet.
ONLY use this product when traveling on firm, level, even ground.
Carpet roll must not be longer than the pole. The carpet roll must not hang over the end of the pole. See
USING THE CARPET RAM on p. 6 for loading instructions.
DO NOT leave elevated rolls of carpet unattended. Always lower the load to the ground before leaving
the forklift.
DO NOT modify the carpet pole in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil.
Unauthorized modifications automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY (see p. 8) and might make the
product unsafe to use.
DANGER
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.
WARNING
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury.
NOTICE
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation
that might damage the product.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Pole Length
Overall Length
Pole Diameter
Capacity
Net Weight
CRF-108
1081/2”
(275.6cm)
1423/4”
(362.6cm)
2¾”
7 cm
2,500 lb.
1136 kg
354 lb.
(160.9 kg)
CRF-120
1201/2”
(306.1cm)
1543/4”
(393.1cm)
2¾”
7 cm
2,200 lb.
1000 kg
374 lb.
(170.0 kg)
CRF-144
1441/2”
(367.0cm)
1783/4”
(454.0cm)
2¾”
7 cm
1,800 lb.
818 kg
414 lb.
(188.2 kg)
CRF-108 EXPLODED VIEW AND BILL OF MATERIALS
Item
Part no.
Description
Quantity
1
08-514-108
Base frame weldment
1
2
08-514-092
Pole weldment, 108 in. long
1
3
23525
5/8in. –11 x 6in. grade 8 SHCS bolt
3
4
36414
5/8in. –11 grade 8 UNC hex nut
3
5
33692
5/8in. high collar lock washer
3
6
09-145-018
5/16 in. chain, 56 in. long
1
7
08-145-041
5/16 in. snap hook
1
Torque specifications
Fasten pole clamping bolts (item 3) and
hex nuts (item 4) together with 238 ft∙lb
of torque.
23/4“ pole
75/8“
25/8“
21/2“
61/4“
17“
24”
34”
Center of Gravity
215/16“
533/8“
293/4”
5“
1081/2“
1423/4“
Horizontal center of gravity = 533/8”
Vertical center of gravity = 215/16”
Lost load = ~360 lb.

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CRF-120 EXPLODED VIEW AND BILL OF MATERIALS
23/4” pole
75/8“
25/8“
21/2“
61/4“
17”
24i”
34i”
Center of Gravity
215/16“
583/8”
293/4“
5”
1201/2“
1543/4”
Horizontal center of gravity = 583/8”
Vertical center of gravity = 215/16”
Lost load = approximately 380 lb.
Item
Part no.
Description
Quantity
1
08-514-108
Base frame weldment
1
2
08-514-093
Pole weldment, 120 in. long
1
3
23525
5/8in. –11 x 6in. grade 8 SHCS bolt
3
4
36414
5/8in. –11 grade 8 UNC hex nut
3
5
33692
5/8in. high collar lock washer
3
6
09-145-018
5/16 in. chain, 56 in. long
1
7
08-145-041
5/16 in. snap hook
1
Torque specifications
Fasten pole clamping bolts (item 3) and hex
nuts (item 4) together with 238 ft∙ lb. of torque.

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CRF-144 EXPLODED VIEW AND BILL OF MATERIALS
23/4” pole
75/8“
25/8”
21/2“
61/4“
17“
24”
34”
Center of Gravity
27/8”
6811/16”
293/4”
5“
1441/2“
1783/4“
Horizontal center of gravity = 6811/16”
Vertical center of gravity = 27/8”
Lost load = ~420 lb.
Item
Part no.
Description
Quantity
1
08-514-108
Weldment, base frame
1
2
08-514-094
Weldment, frame, pole, 144 in. long
1
3
23525
5/8in. –11 x 6in., grade 8, SHCS bolt
3
4
36414
5/8in. –11, grade 8, UNC hex nut
3
5
33692
5/8in. high collar lock washer
3
6
09-145-018
5/16 in. chain, 56 in. long
1
7
08-145-041
5/16 in. snap hook
1
Torque specifications
Fasten pole clamping bolts (item 3) and hex
nuts (item 4) together with 238 ft.∙lb. of torque.

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NATIONAL STANDARDS
According to US Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Rule 1910.178 (29 CFR
1910.178; the “Rule”), this device is a front end attachment for a lift truck whenever it is mounted on the forks of
a lift truck. The Rule incorporates American National Standard ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 (the “Standard”) published by
the Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation (ITSDF) on its website (www.itsdf.org). The standard is
freely downloadable at http://www.itsdf.org/cue/b56-standards.html. Before putting this drum carrier into
service, you must acquire a copy of the Standard. Apply all relevant parts of Part II: For the User. Lift truck users
must mark/label the truck to identify the boom, show the weight of the truck and boom combination, and show
the capacity of the truck with the boom at maximum elevation with the load laterally centered. If instructions in
this manual conflict with instructions in the Standard then the instructions in the Standard should be applied.
Please contact our TECHNICAL SERVICE department if you believe that these instructions conflict with the
Standard. Contact information for TECHNICAL SERVICE appears on the cover page of this manual.
USING THE CARPET RAM
Step 1: Insert the forks of your lift truck into the fork pockets of the frame.
Drive forward until the end of the frame contacts the heels of the forks.
Step 2: To prevent the ram from sliding on the forks, attach the safety
chain to the carriage of your lift truck without slack.
Step 3: Insert the pole into the core of a roll of carpet. Drive forward until
the end of the roll contacts the receiver. The yellow end of the pole must
extend beyond the end of the roll. Do not use the carpet ram to lift
and/or move a carpet roll unless the pole is long enough to extend
beyond the end of the carpet roll.
Step 4: Raise the forks only as high as necessary to lift the roll of carpet off of the ground and to avoid contact
with objects during transport. DO NOT leave a raised roll unattended. Always unload the carpet ram before
leaving the forklift.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
Before using the ram for the first time, make a written record of its appearance. Describe the condition of the
frame, pole, clamping bolts, safety chain, and snap hook. Take photographs of each item and add them to the
record. Take photographs of all labels applied to the ram. Describe where each label is located. This record
establishes satisfactory condition. When conducting the following inspections, compare your observations to the
record to determine if a component is in satisfactory condition. Do not use the carpet ram unless every
component is in satisfactory condition. Cosmetic changes, like damaged paint/powder coat do not constitute
changes from satisfactory condition. However, touchup paint should be applied to all affected areas as soon as
damage occurs.
INSPECTIONS
Inspections and repairs should only be performed by qualified persons. Compare the results of each inspection
to the RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION (the “RECORD”). Do not use the carpet ram unless all parts are in
satisfactory condition. Replace parts that are not in satisfactory condition before returning the ram to service.
DON’T GUESS! If you have any questions about the condition of your ram, contact the TECHNICAL SERVICE
department. The phone number is provided on the cover page of this manual. Never make temporary repairs of
damaged or missing parts. Only use manufacturer-approved replacement parts. Replace the entire unit if it
cannot be restored to satisfactory condition.
Before each use —perform the following inspections.
1. Check the surface of the pole for dirt or other matter.
2. Confirm integrity of hardware and fasteners, including but not limited to bolts, nuts, pins, snap hook,
quick link.
3. Abnormal, unstable or noisy movement during use.
4. Examine pole and pole clamp for looseness or excessive wear, damage, or indications of metal fatigue.
5. Inspect the fork tubes for damage such as severe wear, thinned walls, significant corrosion, and warps.
6. Confirm that the safety chain is in satisfactory condition. Look for broken, elongated, and twisted links.
7. Check labels. See LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 7. Replace labels that are damaged, missing, or not easily
readable.
8. Examine the whole structure for rusting/metal erosion. Remove rust/corrosion with a steel bristle brush or
steel wool. Clean the area and apply touchup paint.
Receiver/pole
clamp
Attach safety
chain to forklift
carriage
without slack

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Annual evaluation —At least once per year, authorized inspection personnel should use the carpet pole to list
a full capacity load. Afterwards, conduct a Frequent Inspection to confirm that the product is in normal
condition.
MAINTENANCE
End-users should implement a maintenance program to ensure that the product functions properly and is
adequately maintained. The OSHA “General Industry” standard for “Powered industrial trucks” (29 CFR 1910.178)
provides recommended maintenance procedures. The following steps should be utilized in conjunction with those
procedures. ONLY trained, authorized personnel or contractors should perform inspection, maintenance, or repair
work.
NOTE: The end-user is responsible for selecting and training employees to work on the carpet ram. “Work on”
means use, inspect, and maintain the product.
Step 1: Tag the ram, “Out of Service.”
Step 2: Remove any dirt or other matter from all surfaces.
Step 3: Conduct a “Before each use” inspection. If deformity, corrosion, rusting, or excessive wear of structural
members is found, DO NOT use the product. Permanently remove it from service.
Step 4: Perform all necessary adjustments, replacements and/or repairs but DO NOT modify the ram.
NOTE: The reader should understand the significant difference between necessary adjustments and
repairs, and modifications. An “adjustment” is a simple correction that restores the device to normal
condition, such as tightening loose fasteners, or removing dirt or other debris from the surface. “Repair”
refers to removing worn parts and installing replacement parts. A “modification” is a change that alters the
carpet pole from normal condition, like bending the structural members or removing a part or several
parts. NEVER modify the device without first obtaining express, written approval from Vestil. Modifications
automatically void the limited warranty (see p. 8) and might make the device unsafe to use.
Step 5: Make a dated record of any repairs, adjustments and/or replacements.
LABELING DIAGRAM
The unit should be labeled as shown in the diagram. Label content and location are subject to change so your
product might not be labeled exactly as shown. Compare this diagram to your RECORD OF SATISFACTORY
CONDITION. Replace all labels that are damaged, missing, or not easily readable (e.g. faded). Order replacement
labels by contacting the TECHNICAL SERVICE & PARTS DEPARTMENT online at https://www.vestil.com/page-parts-
request.php. Alternatively, you may request replacement parts and/or service by calling [phone] and asking
the operator to connect you to the PARTS DEPARTMENT.
C: Label 1153 (Model, serial no., weight,
capacity)
B: Label 985 (Proper installation)
D: Label 218: Fasten safety chain to carriage
A: Label 1049 (Forklift must be
properly marked)
A
B
D
E
E: Label 1001 (This Side Up)
C

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Vestil Manufacturing Company (“Vestil”) warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship
during the warranty period. Our warranty obligation is to provide a replacement for a defective, original part covered by
the warranty after we receive a proper request from the Warrantee (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.
Definition of “original part”?
An original part is a part used to make the product as shipped to the Warrantee.
What is a “proper request”?
A request for warranty service is proper if Vestil receives: 1) a photocopy of the Customer Invoice that displays the
shipping date; AND 2) a written request for warranty service including your name and phone number. Send requests by
one of the following methods:
US Mail Fax Email
Vestil Manufacturing Corporation [phone] [email protected]
2999 North Wayne Street, PO Box 507 Phone Enter “Warranty service request”
Angola, IN 46703 [phone] in subject field.
In the written request, list the parts believed to be defective and include the address where replacements should be
delivered. 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.
What is covered under the warranty?
The warranty covers defects in the following original, dynamic parts: motors, hydraulic pumps, electronic controllers,
switches, and cylinders. It also covers defects in original parts that wear under normal usage conditions (“wearing parts”),
such as bearings, hoses, wheels, seals, brushes, and batteries.
How long is the warranty period?
The warranty period for original dynamic components is 90 days. For wearing parts, the warranty period is 90 days. Both
warranty periods begin on the date Vestil ships the product to the Warrantee. If the product was purchased from an
authorized distributor, the periods begin when the distributor ships the product. Vestil may, at its sole discretion, extend a
warranty period for products shipped from authorized distributors by up to 30 days to account for shipping time.
If a defective part is covered by the warranty, what will Vestil do to correct the problem?
Vestil will provide an appropriate replacement for any covered part. An authorized representative of Vestil will contact
you to discuss your claim.
What is not covered by the warranty?
The Warrantee (you) are responsible for paying labor costs and freight costs to return the product to Vestil for warranty
service.
Events that automatically void this Limited Warranty.
Misuse;
Negligent assembly, installation, operation or repair;
Installation/use in corrosive environments;
Inadequate or improper maintenance;
Damage sustained during shipping;
Collisions or other accidents that damage the product;
Unauthorized modifications: Do not modify the product IN ANY WAY without first receiving written authorization from
Vestil.
Do any other warranties apply to the product?
Vestil Manufacturing Corp. makes no other express warranties. All implied warranties are disclaimed to the extent
allowed by law. Any implied warranty not disclaimed is limited in scope to the terms of this Limited Warranty. Vestil makes
no warranty or representation that this product complies with any state or local design, performance, or safety code or
standard. Noncompliance with any such code or standard is not a defect in material or workmanship.