Vestil FE Series User manual

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FE-Series Fork Extensions
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: in[email protected]m
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Signal Words…………………………………....……………………………………………………………….………
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Safety Instructions……………….…………………..……………………………...……………….…………………
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National Standards…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Approvals and Markings……………………………………………………………………………………………...
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Standard Features…………..……………………….……………………………………………………………...…
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Specifications…………………………………………...………………………………………………………………
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Installing a Pair of Fork Extensions….……………………………………...……………………..…………………
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Diagram: Standard Tine Loop………….……………………………….…...………………………………………
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Diagram: Removable Pin Tine Lock (Upgrade from Standard)……..……………………………...…………
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Proper Fit…………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………
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Record of Satisfactory Condition……………………………………………………………………………………
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Inspections………………………………………...…………………………………………………………………...…
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Maintenance Log………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Labeling Diagram…………………………….…………………………………………………………………………
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Limited Warranty…………………..…………………………………………………………………………….………
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SIGNAL WORDS
SIGNAL WORDS in this manual draw the reader’s attention to important safety-related messages.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Vestil strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products.
However, material handling is dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk.
The end-user ultimately is responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times. Acquire a
copy of the latest version of ANSI B56.1, which is freely downloadable on www.ITSDF.org. The
following recommendations are intended to complement the guidance provided in B56.1.
Vestil requests that you contact the TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT (the “TSD”) if you have
any questions about instructions in the manual. We intend to provide our customers with the
best instructions possible and encourage you to contact the TSD if you believe that a
necessary instruction is missing or incomplete.
WARNING
Using fork extensions unsafely could result in serious personal injuries or even death.
DO NOT use this boom with rough terrain lift trucks or telehandlers (boom trucks). ONLY use it
with high lift fork trucks utilizing a vertical mast and carriage.
DO NOT mount the hopper on stackers or manually propelled lift trucks.
DO NOT operate the truck carrying this boom on unimproved surfaces. Only operate on
concrete or asphalt surfaces.
ONLY use fork extensions as a means for supporting palletized loads or skids.
Inspect both extensions before each use according to the INSPECTION instructions on page
6. DO NOT use a damaged fork extension. Examples of structural damage include: a) broken
tine lock, retaining loop, or welds connecting the loop/lock to the main body of the extension
(fork pocket); b) cracked, warped, bent or excessively corroded fork pockets; and c) cracks,
warps, bends or excessive corrosion of the cast toe piece welded to the end of each fork
pocket.
DO NOT sit on or ride on the extensions.
DO NOT use a fork extension UNLESS each label shown in LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 7 is
applied to the extension and is undamaged and readable.
DO NOT attempt to lift loads that exceed the capacity of your extensions or the load rating
of the fork truck, whichever is smaller.
DO NOT attempt to lift a load using only the toe of a fork extension. Permanent damage to
the fork extension, damage to property, or serious personal injury could result.
DO NOT modify either fork extension in any way. Unauthorized modifications might make the
extension unsafe to use and could result in operator and/or bystander injury. Any modification
not expressly approved beforehand by Vestil in writing automatically voids the warranty.
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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NATIONAL STANDARDS
US OSHA Rule 1910.178 (29 CFR 1910.178; the “Rule”) classifies for extensions as front end attachments
for lift trucks. The Rule incorporates American National Standard ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 (the “Standard”). The
Standard is published by the Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation on its website
(www.itsdf.org) where it is freely downloadable. See http://www.itsdf.org/cue/b56-standards.html.
Before putting these extensions into service, acquire a copy of the Standard. Apply all provisions of Part
II: For the User that are relevant to the use of fork extensions. If instructions provided in this manual
appear to conflict with provisions of the Standard, then you should apply the instructions in the
Standard. Vestil requests that you immediately notify the TECHNICAL SERVICE department about all
apparent conflicts. Contact information for TECHNICAL SERVICE appears on the cover page of this
manual.
APPROVALS AND MARKINGS
BEFORE putting these extensions into service, contact the manufacturer of your fork lift to verify that
they can safely be used with the fork lift. OSHA rule 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4) requires the lift manufacturer
to approve the use of these extensions with your forklift. The manufacturer must also provide updated
labels/tags for the forklift before the extensions may be used, according to 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(5).
a. “Modifications and additions which affect [fork lift] capacity and safe operation shall not be
performed by the customer or user without manufacturer’s prior written approval. Capacity, operation,
and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall be changed accordingly.” See 29 CFR
1910.178(a)(4).
b. “If [your fork lift] truck is equipped with front-end attachments [like fork extensions] other than factory
installed attachments, the user shall request that the truck be marked to identify the attachments and
show the approximate weight of the truck and attachment combination at maximum elevation with
load laterally centered.” See 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(5).
NOTE: Although the regulations cited above impose a duty on the manufacturer of your forklift to
approve the use of these fork extensions on your forklift, the manufacturer may refuse to do so. In that
case, a “Qualified Registered Professional Engineer” may be hired to “perform a safety analysis and
address any safety and/or structural issues contained in the [manufacturer’s] negative
response…Machine data plates must be changed accordingly.” See April 11, 1997 OSHA letter of
interpretation to Mr. Kenneth J. Yotz titled, Powered industrial truck modifications and approval.
Supporting
frame
STANDARD FEATURES
Fork
channel
section
Toe piece: Made by
either welding a
casting to the fork
channel OR beveling
the end of the
channel
Weld
Standard welded tine loop shown.
Tine lock with a removable clevis pin
is available as FE–P upgrade. Both
standard and upgraded tine locks
are shown on p. 4.
FE-#-##-T models
(triangular top)
FE-#-##--R models
(rounded top)
Units with Special
Surface Geometries

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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for FE-series fork extensions are provided on Vestil’s website. To access the appropriate
specifications document, navigate to this webpage: https://www.vestil.com/category.php?CID=83.
Click the button that corresponds to the particular subseries of fork extension you purchased. Once on
the appropriate page, scroll to the Model Specific Details portion of the page and select Interactive
Model Table. Scroll the table to the model you purchased and click the button in the PDF column that
looks like a pencil inside a blue box. A PDF file will open. This file is the specifications document for your
model. Print a copy of the document and keep it with your copy of this manual. The following is an
exemplar specifications document for model FE-108-P.

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INSTALLING A PAIR OF FORK EXTENSIONS
Obtain a copy of the most recent edition of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 BEFORE installing, using, or
maintaining your fork extensions.
PROPER FIT
Using fork extensions that are too long or too wide, or both, is dangerous. After receiving your
extensions you should confirm that they properly fit your forklift. If you have any questions about the fit
of your extensions, contact Technical Service. DO NOT use the extensions unless they properly fit the
forks of your forklift.
1. Compare the length of the forks (also called tines) to the length of the fork extensions. The
extensions must not be more than 150% of the length of the forks.
2. Review labeling applied to the underside of your extensions. The warning label provides important
information about the minimum and maximum dimensions of forks that could be used with the
extension.
3. To prevent the extensions from moving side-to-side during use, select a model that matches the fork
width. According to ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2005, paragraph 7.39.5, p. 51, for a fork extension to fit a fork
properly, “Lateral clearance shall not exceed 12mm between fork and extension.”
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
Before putting these fork extensions into service, make a written record that thoroughly describes
the condition of each one. Describe welds, hardware (if applicable), and paint/powder coat.
Determine the levelness of each extension, e.g. with a bubble level. Photograph the extension from
several vantage points. Include photos of the underside of each extension. Photograph all labels
applied to the extensions. Indicate where the labels are applied. Collect all writings and photos in a
file. The file is a record of the extensions in satisfactory condition. Compare the results of all inspections
to your record to determine whether an extension is in satisfactory condition or requires repair. Purely
cosmetic changes, e.g. damaged paint/powdercoat, are not changes from satisfactory condition.
However, touchup paint should be applied wherever the finish is damaged as soon as the damage
occurs. Left unpainted, exposed metal will begin to rust. Over time, rust will degrade the integrity of the
metal.
Removable Pin Tine Lock (Models FE-x-xx-P)
Remove the R-pin and pull out the lock pin.
Place the fork extension over the tine/fork.
Install the locking behind the heel of the tine;
then reinstall the R-pin through the pin brackets
and secure it with an R-pin.
Standard Welded-Loop Tine Lock
Raise the forks (tines) approximately 4-6in. from
the ground. Manually lift the tip of the fork
extension so that the extension is angled at 45°
to the ground/floor. Guide the tine loop
underneath the tapered end of the tine; slide
the fork extension onto the tine until it reaches
the heel of the tine; then lower the extension
onto the fork once the tine lock is behind the
heel of the tine.
Standard tine loop
Tine lock with removable pin
Tine loop
Fork / Tine
Fork
extension
Lock pin
(14-612-001)
R-pin
(45286)
Fork / tine
Fork
extension
Pin bracket)

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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 lifter unless all
parts are in satisfactory condition. Replace parts that are not in satisfactory condition before using the lifter
again. DON’T GUESS! If you have any questions about the condition of your boom, 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.
WARNING
Immobilize the boom before conducting inspections and performing maintenance. If an inspection
reveals problems, restore the boom to satisfactory condition BEFORE using it again. DO NOT use a
boom that is structurally damaged in any way. Structural damage includes, but is not limited to,
cracked welds, warping or deformation of the fork pockets, support leg, frame members, boom, or
boom sleeve.
1. Before each use –Visually examine each extension. Look for cracks, bends, significant
rusting/corrosion, and damaged welds (fusing the tin loop, tine brackets, or toe piece to the channel
piece.
2. Monthly inspection —At least once per month, and before using either of the extensions for the first
time, inspect the following:
Fork channel and toe piece (if applicable) —Fork channels should be square, rigid, and free of significant
rust or corrosion. Each toe piece should be solidly welded to the channel. Look for significant wear,
damage, or indications of metal fatigue to any portion of the fork channel or toe piece.
Tine loop (standard units) —Check all welds. Each loop should be straight, substantially parallel to the top
surface of the extension, and undamaged, i.e. no cracks, breaks, warps, etc.
Tine brackets and lock pin _(only -P models) —Both brackets must be solidly welded to the outer walls of
the fork channel. The lock pin should be straight and without bends, cracks, rust/corrosion, or significant
wear. Inspect the R-pin for cracks, rust/corrosion, and significant wear.
Labeling —Each pair of extensions should always be labeled as shown in the LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 7.
Replace any label that is damaged, significantly faded, or not easily readable from a reasonable distance.
3. Annual Lift Test –At least once per year, perform a LOAD TEST (p. 7) of the boom. Afterwards, conduct
a MONTHLY INSPECTION. Confirm SATISFACTORY CONDITION before returning it to service.
MAINTENANCE LOG
Implement a maintenance program that includes keeping a journal/log of all maintenance
performed on each fork extension to ensure that extensions remain in satisfactory condition. Apply the
following steps in conjunction with maintenance procedures applicable to fork truck attachments
provided in the most recent edition of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1.
Step 1: Tag the pair of extensions, “Out of Service.”
Step 2: Remove dirt and other matter from all surfaces.
Step 3: Conduct a Monthly inspection. If an extension has severe deformities, corrosion, rusting, or
excessive wear, DO NOT return the product to service. Tag it permanently out of service and render it
unusable.
Step 4: Perform all necessary adjustments, replacements and/or repairs. DO NOT modify a fork
extension.
WARNING
DO NOT return an extension to service until all necessary adjustments and repairs are complete! An
adjustment is a simple correction that restores SATISFACTORY CONDITION, such as tightening loose
fasteners or removing debris from surfaces. Repair means removal of worn parts and installation of
replacement parts, e.g. a new lock pin or R-pin. A “modification” is a change that alters an extension
from original, satisfactory condition, like bending the structural members or removing parts. NEVER
modify an extension without the express, written approval of Vestil. Modifications might make an
extension unsafe to use and automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY on p. 8.
Step 5: Make a dated record of all repairs, adjustments, and replacements performed.

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LOAD TESTS
After creating a RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION and before using the boom for the first time, a
qualified person should conduct a load test. The test load should be 125% of the rated load
(capacity) of the lifter. For instance, if the rated load (capacity) is 1,000 lb. (454.5kg) the test load
should be 1,250 pounds (568.2kg). Raise the load off of the ground until it is entirely supported by the
lift truck. Leave the load suspended for a few minutes; then lower it to the ground. Perform a
MONTHLY INSPECTION as described in the INSPECTIONS section on p. 6. The pair of extensions should
undergo load testing immediately after either one is repaired. Never modify the boom without first
receiving written approval from Vestil.
A: Label 697 (FE-4); 698 (FE-5); 699 (FE-6);
1047 (FE-7); or 1048 (FE-8)
B: Label 460
B(on underside
near tip)
A (on underside
near tip)
LABELING DIAGRAM
Each pair of extensions should be labeled as shown in the diagram. However, label content and
location are subject to change so your product might not be labeled exactly as shown. Replace all
labels that are damaged, missing, or not easily readable (e.g. faded). To order replacement labels,
contact the technical service and parts department online at https://www.vestil.com/page-parts-
request.php. Alternatively, you may request replacement parts and/or service by calling (260) 665-
7586 and asking the operator to connect you to the Technical Service & Parts Department.
C: Label warning to not use with telehandlers (on
underside of either extension)

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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 Company [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, motor controllers, 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 30 days. For wearing parts, the warranty period is 30 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) is 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 Co. 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.