Vestil LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP User manual

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LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP/DC Fork Truck Booms
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 http://www.vestilmfg.com/parts_info.htm.
Electronic copies of Instruction Manuals
Additional copies of this instruction manual may be downloaded from https://www.vestil.com/page-
manuals.php
Table of Contents
Page
Signal Words………………………………………………………………………………………………..….………....
2
Safety Instructions……….……………………………………………………………………………..…………….….
2
National Standards…………………………………………………………………………………………………..….
2
Exploded View and Bill of Materials [LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP]…………………………………..……………….…...
3
Exploded View and Bill of Materials [LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC]………………………………………...................…
4
Centers of Gravity and Load Ratings……………………………………………………………..………………...
5
Power Unit Exploded View and Bill of Materials………………………………………………………………...…
6
Power Unit Subassembly Exploded View and Bill of Materials…….……………...…………………………....
6
Electric Circuit Diagram [LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC]…………………………………………………………….….……
7
Using the Boom…………………………………………………………………………………………………..………
8–9
Accessing the Power Unit & Battery Charger…………………………………………………..………………....
10
Record of Satisfactory Condition……………………………………………………………………..................….
10
Load Tests……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
10
Inspections……………………………………………………………………………………..…………………..……..
10
Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……
10
Labeling Diagram…………..………………………………………………………………………………………..….
11
Limited Warranty…………………………………………………………………..…………………………….………
12
Load Test Record………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….
13
Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703
Telephone: [phone] -or-Toll Free [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.vestilmfg.com e-mail: [e-mail]

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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. Material handling is
dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The end-user must exercise sound judgment
at all times. Acquire a copy of the latest version of ANSI B56.1from www.ITSDF.org. Apply all relevant portions
of Part II “For the User”. The following recommendations complement the guidance provided in B56.1.
WARNING
Material handling is dangerous. Improper or careless operation might result in serious personal injuries.
Always use this boom in compliance with all rules applied to fork truck attachments at your worksite.
DO NOT use a damaged boom. Only use the boom if it is in SATISFACTORY CONDITION (see RECORD, p. 10).
Inspect the boom before each use according to the relevant INSPECTION instructions on p. 10.
DO NOT contact electrified wires with the boom, load, or lift truck.
DO NOT use the boom if the safety chain is damaged or missing. The only function of the safety chain is to
prevent the boom from sliding off of the forks. DO NOT use the safety chain to lift loads. It is NOT intended or
designed to bear the full load rating of the boom.
DO NOT lift the boom until the restraint strap is securely connected to the carriage of the fork truck.
DO NOT attempt to lift a load weighing more than the boom’s maximum rated load. LOAD RATINGS for all
boom variants appear on page 5. Also see LOAD TESTS on p. 10.
NEVER lift this boom, or loads connected to the boom, over people.
DO NOT permit any person to stand beneath, or travel under, the boom or the load.
Inform everyone in the area to stay clear of the boom and the supported load during use.
DO NOT allow people to ride on either the boom or the load.
DO NOT use the boom if any label is damaged, missing, or not easily readable from a reasonable, safe
distance. Contact TECHNICAL SERVICE to order labels. See LABELING DIAGRAM, p. 11.
ALWAYS apply proper (fork) lift operation practices learned during your training program.
Always make sure that shackle pins (see shackles in applicable EXPLODED VIEW on either p. 3 or p. 4) are
secure before applying a load to the load hook. Tighten the screw pin before each use.
Before raising the boom from the floor AND before attaching the load to the boom, tilt the fork lift mast
away from the boom to ensure that the boom will not slide towards the tips of the forks.
ALWAYS follow the USING THE BOOM instructions that appear on p. 8 - 9. Failure to properly position a load
might cause a dangerous degree of load swing when the boom is elevated.
Only use the boom to lift loads. DO NOT use the boom to drag items.
Transport loads with the load as low as possible.
Drive, brake, and turn slowly with suspended loads to avoid causing the load to swing.
DO NOT modify the boom in any way. Modifications automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY (p. 12) and
might make the boom unsafe to use.
NATIONAL STANDARDS
US OSHA Rule 1910.178 (29 CFR 1910.178; the “Rule”) classifies this boom as a (lift truck) front end attachment
whenever it is mounted on a lift truck. 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 at http://www.itsdf.org/cue/b56-standards.html. Before putting
this device 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 provided in this manual conflict with the Standard, then you should apply the instructions
in the Standard. Vestil requests that you immediately share any such conflicts with its TECHNICAL SERVICE
personnel. Contact information for TECHNICAL SERVICE appears on the cover page of this manual.
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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LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP Exploded View & Bill of Materials (08-006-397)
Item
Part No.
Description
Qty.
Item
Part no.
Description
Qty.
1
08-514-350
Weldment, frame, boom
1
17
37030
1/2”-13 Nylon insert lock nut
8
2
08-514-354
Weldment, inner tube
1
18
29-001-017-001
Bumper, 6” x 33/16” x 3”
2
3
08-014-134
Frame, front support leg casting
1
19
11215
1/2”-13 x 3”, hex bolt, gr. A, z-
finish
4
4
08-145-002
Swivel hook, 3-ton
1
20
33012
1/2” flat washer, low carbon, z-
finish
8
5
08-145-005
Swivel hook, 5-ton
1
21
01-112-015
Pin, cylinder pivot
1
6
08-145-006
7/8” –61/2ton shackle
1
22
01-020-003
Boss, stop pin mount
1
7
08-145-041
Snap hook, 5/16”
1
23
64133
3/16” x 1” spring pin, plain finish
1
8
99-145-019
Shackle, 5/8”, 3-ton
1
24
05-527-300
Roller assembly
2
9
99-145-037
5/16” chain 36” long
1
25
28-112-043
3/4” x 2” clevis pin, z-plated
1
10
99-145-084
Lap link
1
26
33-112-034
3/4” x 33/4” clevis pin, z-plated
1
11
11211
1/2” -13UNC x 2” HHCS z-plated bolt
1
27
33426
3/4” machined bushing, low
carbon, plain finish
2
12
36110
1/2” –13UNC zinc-plated hex nut
1
28
65078
Extended prong cotter pin,
1/8”x11/2”
2
13
99-021-063
Cylinder, hydraulic, 11/4” x 60”
1
29
34314
11/8”ID x 17/8”OD split shaft collar
2
14
08-511-001
Weldment, bracket, cylinder end
mount
1
30
33454
13/4”-18ga. narrow machinery
bushing, plain finish
4
15
08-511-002
Weldment, bracket, cylinder mount
1
31
11105
3/8”-16 x 1” hex bolt, gr. A, z-
plated
4
16
11209
1/2”-13 x 11/2”, HHCS – ASTM A307, gr.
A, zinc-plated bolt
4
32
33622
3/8” split lock washer, carbon
steel, medium z-finish
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LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC Exploded View & Bill of Materials (08-006-398)
Item
Part No.
Description
Qty.
Item
Part no.
Description
Qty.
1
08-514-350
Weldment, frame, boom
1
19
11215
1/2”-13 x 3”, hex bolt, gr. A, z-finish
4
2
08-514-354
Weldment, inner tube
1
20
33012
1/2” flat washer, low carbon, z-finish
8
3
08-014-134
Frame, front support leg casting
1
21
01-112-015
Pin, cylinder pivot
1
4
08-145-002
Swivel hook, 3-ton
1
22
01-020-003
Boss, stop pin mount
1
5
08-145-005
Swivel hook, 5-ton
1
23
64133
3/16” x 1” spring pin, plain finish
1
6
08-145-006
7/8” –61/2ton shackle
1
24
05-527-300
Roller assembly
2
7
08-145-041
Snap hook, 5/16”
1
25
28-112-043
3/4” x 2” clevis pin, z-plated
1
8
99-145-019
Shackle, 5/8”, 3-ton
1
26
33-112-034
3/4” x 33/4” clevis pin, z-plated
1
9
99-145-037
5/16” chain 36” long
1
27
33426
3/4” machined bushing, low carbon,
plain finish
2
10
99-145-084
Lap link
1
28
65078
Extended prong cotter pin,
1/8”x11/2”
2
11
11211
1/2” -13UNC x 2” HHCS z-plated bolt
1
29
34314
11/8”ID x 17/8”OD split shaft collar
2
12
36110
1/2” –13UNC zinc-plated hex nut
1
30
33454
13/4”-18ga. narrow machinery
bushing, plain finish
4
13
99-021-063
Cylinder, hydraulic, 11/4” x 60”
1
31
11105
3/8”-16 x 1” hex bolt, gr. A, z-plated
4
14
08-511-001
Weldment, bracket, cylinder end
mount
1
32
33622
3/8” split lock washer, carbon steel,
medium z-finish
4
15
08-511-002
Weldment, bracket, cylinder mount
1
33
08-660-001
Power unit subassembly, 12VDC
(exploded view on p. 6)
1
16
11209
1/2”-13 x 11/2”, HHCS – ASTM A307, gr. A,
zinc-plated bolt
4
34
08-024-020
Guard, left power unit cover
1
17
37030
1/2”-13 Nylon insert lock nut
8
35
08-024-021
Guard, right power unit cover
1
18
29-001-
017-001
Bumper, 6” x 33/16” x 3”
2
36
32415
5/16”-18 x 1/2” thread cutting screw
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Load Ratings for Varying Load Attachment Points and Boom
Extension Lengths
The center of gravity of the boom changes as boom length changes. As shown in the
diagram below, the horizontal center of gravity may be located at any point from RHCG to
EHCG:
Retracted horizontal center of gravity (RHCG): boom fully retracted and unloaded. RHCG
is measured from the “origin point” of the above diagram (edges of the fork pockets);
Extended horizontal center of gravity (EHCG): boom fully extended and unloaded. EHCG
is also measured from the “origin point” of the above diagram (edges of the fork pockets);
All other combinations of boom extension and load position produce a horizontal center
of gravity located somewhere between RHCG and EHCG.
Model
Extended horizontal
center of gravity
Retracted horizontal
center of gravity
Vertical center
of gravity
Horizontal
center
of gravity
Net weight
LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP
52” (132.1 cm)
3415/16” (88.7 cm)
14”
35.6 cm
16”
40.6 cm
714 lb.
324.5 kg
LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC
473/16” (119.9 cm)
321/16 in. (81.4 cm)
131/8”
33.3 cm
153/4”
40.0 cm
805 lb.
365.9 kg
J I H G F E D C B A
= Center of gravity
Centers of gravity, net weight, and dimensions
Hook position
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
Distance from end of
boom in inches (cm)
36”
91 cm
48”
122 cm
60”
152 cm
72”
183 cm
84”
213 cm
96”
244 cm
108”
274 cm
120”
305 cm
132”
335 cm
144”
366 cm
Maximum rated load of a load suspended from a single hook located at the corresponding “Hook position”.
LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP
8000 lb.
3636 kg
6650 lb.
3022 kg
6000 lb.
2727 kg
5300 lb.
2409 kg
4650 lb.
2113 kg
4000 lb.
1820 kg
3500 lb.
1590 kg
3000 lb.
1363 kg
2600 lb.
1181 kg
2200 lb.
1000 kg
LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC
8000 lb.
3636 kg
6650 lb.
3022 kg
6000 lb.
2727 kg
5300 lb.
2409 kg
4650 lb.
2113 kg
4000 lb.
1820 kg
3500 lb.
1590 kg
3000 lb.
1363 kg
2600 lb.
1181 kg
2200 lb.
1000 kg

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Power Unit Exploded View and Bill of Materials (Part No. 08-660-001 on p. 4)
Item
Part no.
Description
Qty.
1
99-160-232
Power unit subassembly, 12VDC
1
2
99-034-013
STRAP, BATTERY BOX, W/ BUCKLE
1
3
11207
HHCS #2 Z Plated, GRADE A, Ø1/2 - 13 x 1
1/4 LG
2
4
37030
1/2"-13 NYLON INSERT LOCK NUT, GRADE 2
2
5
11003
HEX BOLT, GRADE A, ZINC PLATED, 1/4-20 X
3/4"
2
6
37018
NYLON LOCK NUT,GRADE 2, ZINC
FINISH,1/4"-20
2
7
33002
Ø3/16 USS FLAT WASHER Z-PLATED
2
8
99-522-027
ASSEMBLY, HAND CONTROL (2-BUTTON),
CORD, COILED, 18/3, 18"-90", 18" TAIL, 3-PIN
MOLDED MALE PLUG
1
9
11053
Ø 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 LG HHCS #2 Z-PLATED,
GRADE A
2
10
08-016-110
BRACKET, POWER TRAY
1
11
21-139-002
BATTERY, 12V DC, SEALED LEAD ACID
(AGM)
1
12
99-029-027
CONTROL ENCLOSURES, JUNCTION BOX,
4x4x3
1
13
99-533-017
ASSEMBLY, CORD, STRAIGHT, 18/5, 30"
MOLDED FEMALE
RECEPTACLE, 5-PIN
1
14
99-139-021
BATTERY CHARGER, 6V/12V, ONE BANK-5A
1
15
21-034-005
CONNECTOR, FLANGED INLET PLUG, FRONT
MOUNT W/ COVER, 15A, 125V
1
16
32406
#10-24 UNC x 1/2", HWH TYPE F THREAD
CUTTING
2
Power Unit Subassembly Exploded View and Bill of Materials (99-160-232)
Item
Part no.
Description
Qty.
1
99-160-231
Subassembly: Motor + Pump (99-137-029; 12V, 1-
phase, 2.15HP, 1800rpm, 1600W, 0.073disp.);
Manifold (99-627-021) with counterbalance valves
1
2
99-023-002
Reservoir, non-torsional, 3” boss
1
3
99-034-028
Motor contactor, 12V coil
1
4
99-145-061
Clamp, worm gear hose, 213/16” –33/4”
1
5
99-145-164
Clamp, worm gear hose, 39/16” - 41/2”
1

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Electric Circuit Diagram (LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC)
08-124-001

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USING THE BOOM
This boom is a front-end attachment according to OSHA rule 29 CFR 1910.178. Do not use the boom until
the manufacturer of your forklift approves its use in writing and provides adjusted tags for your forklift.
Review the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on p. 2 whenever necessary.
Improper use of this product might result in serious personal injuries.
Confirm that the load weighs less than the maximum rated load of your boom at the intended
attachment point. See CENTERS OF GRAVITY AND LOAD RATINGS on p. 5. Also confirm that your fork lift is
rated to lift the combined weight of the boom, rigging, and the load.
Contact the manufacturer of your fork lift BEFORE using the boom and request:
1. Written approval to use the boom with your lift truck; AND
2. Markings (labels) for the lift truck that: a) Identify your LM-boom; AND b) Provide the
approximate net weight of the forklift truck and boom at the maximum fork elevation with a
laterally-centered load. See 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(5).
DO NOT attempt to lift loads weighing more than the capacity of the boom or your forklift, whichever is
smaller. See CENTERS OF GRAVITY AND LOAD RATINGS on p. 5; see also LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 11.
DO NOT connect a load to only 1 hook, which will cause the load to rotate during lifting and transport
operations. Loads should be connected to both hooks.
1. Drive the forklift forward and insert the tines into the fork pockets. Carefully drive as far forward as
possible until the forks gently contact the bumpers. Lower the forks completely. The drawings below
demonstrate this step.
2. Securely connect the unit to the carriage of the forklift with the safety chain. Wrap the safety chain
around the fork carriage and fasten the snap hook to the chain/strap. There should be no slack in the
chain/strap. The sole purpose of the safety chain is to prevent the boom from sliding off of the forks. It is
NOT intended or designed to bear the full load rating.
3. [LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP only] Hydraulic hoses are labeled “EXTEND” and “RETRACT”. Attach the hoses to
hydraulic remote ports on your forklift. The controls for the remote extend and retract the cylinder.
4. Adjust boom length. The inner boom is driven by a hydraulic cylinder. The hydraulic circuit that controls
the cylinder is either provided by your fork truck or by a DC (battery) power unit.
a. LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP utilizes the hydraulic system of your fork truck. Two (2) hoses extend through the
back end of the boom. The hose are labeled “EXTEND” and “RETRACT”. Connect each hose to the
appropriate remote hydraulic port. Use the controls for the remote to extend and retract the inner
boom.
b. LM-1T-8-24-HBE-DC includes a power unit housed between the fork tubes and beneath the outer
boom. Use the handheld controller to extend or retract the boom as desired. A handheld controller
connects to the power unit via a pigtail cord. The controller has 2 buttons: and . The button
causes the cylinder to extend inside the boom. The button retracts the cylinder.
i. Extending the boom: Press the button to activate the electric motor. The motor turns the pump.
As the pump rotates, oil is drawn from the reservoir. Oil passes through the suction filter & enters
the pump. The pump pushes oil through an energized directional valve (RT); then through
counterbalance valve 1CB and into the blind end of the cylinder. As oil fills the cylinder, the
cylinder extends while oil is pressed out of the rod end of the cylinder, through counterbalance
Fork truck
Lower the forks
against the fork
tubes
Safety chain wrapped around
fork carriage with snap hook
attached to chain.
Snap hook
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valve 2CB, and through a second directional valve (LT). During boom extension,
LT is in its default/unactuated position. From there, oil returns to the reservoir. The
counterbalance valves prevent jerky movement as the boom extends and
retracts. Releasing the button turns off the motor and stops the boom. The
boom maintains position until a control button ( / ) is pressed.
ii. Retracting the boom: Pressing the button causes the pump to push oil
through energized directional valve LT, through counterbalance valve 2CB, and
into the rod end of the cylinder. Oil flows from the blind end of the cylinder and
through counterbalance valve 1CB. Oil flows through unactuated directions
valve RT and into the reservoir. If the button is released before the boom is fully
retracted, the boom maintains position until either control button is pressed.
iii. Boom configurations shown below are retracted and extended. DO NOT
extend or retract the boom while it is loaded unless the load weighs 2,000
pounds or less. The powered extension and retraction feature cannot be used
with loads exceeding 2,000 pounds (909.1kg)
5. Attach the load to the boom. First, connect the load to appropriate rigging. Then, attach the rigging to
the end hook or to both the end hook and the stabilizing hook (see diagrams below).
a. Verify that the load attachment is stable. See Test the stability of the load in the rigging (below).
b. Raise the load to no more than 6-8 inches above ground (entirely suspended from the boom).
c. Slowly transport the load to the desired unloading location.
d. Slowly lower the load until it is entirely supported by the ground and there is slack in all rigging.
e. Disconnect the rigging from the hooks.
f. Adjust the fork height to be no more than 6-8 inches above ground.
g. Return the boom to its storage location.
Test the stability of the load in the rigging. Raise the forks slowly to minimize load movement. Raise the forks
until the entire load is suspended. Watch the load and boom closely for either: 1) Load sliding in rigging; or
2) Boom sliding towards the tips of forks. If you notice either issue, immediately lower the forks and adjust the
rigging. Retest the stability of the load in the rigging. Tilt the forklift mast slightly towards the cab to prevent
the boom from sliding on the forks.
Only raise the load 6-8 inches above the ground to transport it. Adjust load height to avoid obstacles
along the travel path. After clearing the obstacle, lower the forks so that the load is again 6-8 inches above
the ground.
DO NOT exceed approximately 1.5 mph (2.2fps) while transporting a load with the boom.
Travel ONLY on smooth, level surfaces. Turn slowly. After a turn is completed, wait for the load to stop
swinging before resuming travel.
If the load is unstable while suspended, DO NOT use the boom.
Load attached to only one hook: load rotation likely
Load attached to both hooks: load rotation minimized
Boom receiver
Boom receiver
Boom
Shackle
EXTEND
RETRACT
HANDHELD
CONTROLLER
Boom
extended
Boom
retracted
Load
Load
End hook
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Accessing the Power Unit & Battery Charger
The power unit is housed in the space between the fork
tubes and the bottom of the boom receiver. It is protected
by 2 cover pieces that fasten to the frame. See Items 34 &
35 in the EXPLODED VIEW on p. 4. Access the power unit by
removing 1 or both of the covers. Each cover is fastened to
the frame with a 5/16”-18x1/2” thread-cutting screw (item 36
on p. 4). Remove the screws; then lift the covers and set
them aside.
The power unit includes an on-board battery charger.
The charger is connected to a 3-prong inlet integrated into
the rear plate of the frame. A cover protects the inlet. To
recharge the battery, open the cover and connect a 3-
prong extension cord to the inlet. Use the shortest extension
cord possible to recharge the battery.
Contact TECHNICAL SERVICE to discuss problems with
the power unit or battery charger.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
Before puting the boom into service, make a detailed record of its appearance and functions. Thoroughly
photograph the unit and all labels applied to it. Closely photograph both of the hooks and shackles, fork tubes,
the power unit, hydraulic hoses (LM-1T-8-24-HBE-TP), and the handheld controller and its electrical cord. Add
the photographs to the record. Extend and retract the boom. Describe the motion of the boom and sounds
heard as it moves. Include a description of the sound level. Attach a test load to the boom. The load should
weigh no more than 2000 lb. (909.1kg). Extend and retract the boom again and record your observations.
Measure the throat opening of each hook. Add the measurements to the record. This record establishes
satisfactory condition. Compare results of future inspections to the record to determine whether a part is in
satisfactory condition. Repair or replace all parts that are not in satisfactory condition. Contact TECHNICAL
SERVICE to order replacement parts.
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
boom. 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 suspended from the boom. Leave the load
suspended for a few minutes. Return it to the ground and unload the boom. Perform a Monthly Inspection as
described in the INSPECTIONS section (p. 10). The boom should undergo load testing immediately after it is
repaired or modified. Never modify the boom without first receiving written approval from Vestil.
NOTE: If your boom is used with a lift truck whose capacity is less than 125% of the rated load of your boom PLUS
the weight of the boom, then load testing as described above should not be performed. Instead, the boom
must be rerated (capacity reduced) and be tested with an appropriate load weight for your lift truck. The
boom must also be relabeled to reflect the rerated capacity. 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. Use the LOAD TEST RECORD page at the end of this
manual to record the weight used to load test your boom based on the rerated capacity.
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 boom unless all parts
are in satisfactory condition. Replace parts that are not in satisfactory condition before using the boom 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.
3-prong outlet
with cover
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Cover (left side)
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WARNING
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 back plate, carriage brackets, boom, or boom sleeve.
1. Before each use —Examine the boom for cracks, significant rusting/corrosion, or damaged hooks, shackles,
carriage brackets.
2. Monthly inspection —At least once per month, and before using the boom for the first time, inspect:
Back plate, carriage brackets, carriage latch, and fasteners —The back plate should be square and solid.
Each bracket should be rigidly welded or fastened to the frame. Examine the carriage latch. Confirm that it
latches and unlatches properly. Look for significant wear, damage, or indications of metal fatigue to any
portion of the carriage brackets and fasteners, back plate, or carriage latch.
Boom —Check all welds. The boom should be straight, rigid, and undamaged, i.e. no cracks, punctures,
warps, rust or corrosion, etc. The boom should slide without binding inside the receiver/sleeve.
Hooks and shackles —Examine the end hook & the stabilizing hook. Record a measurement of the throat
opening of each hook. Compare the measurements with those taken during the very first inspection. Replace
a hook if its throat opening is more than 15 percent wider than the original throat opening measurement, or if
the hook is twisted more than 10° from the plane of the unbent hook. Discard damaged hooks. The latch of
the end hook should close automatically. Shackles should be securely attached to the underside of the boom.
Examine all pins that attach shackles to the boom for cracks and warps.
Frame and fork pockets —Fork tubes should be square and solid. Each tube should be rigidly welded to
the frame. Look for excessive wear, damage to, or metal fatigue in, any portion of the fork pockets,
frame, boom or boom receiver.
Power unit —Remove the covers. See ACCESSING THE POWER UNIT on p. 10.
Safety chain —All links of the chain should be intact and of equal dimensions. The chains should be
securely attached to the lap link. The lap link should be solidly welded to the frame. The snap hook at the
end of the chain should close completely and automatically.
Support leg —Inspect the support leg. It should be straight, undamaged (no cracks or deformations),
and securely attached to the underside of the boom.
Labels —The unit should always be labeled as shown in the LABELING DIAGRAM on p. 11. Replace any
label that is damaged, faded, or not easily readable.
3. Annual Lift Test –At least once per year, perform a LOAD TESTS (p. 10) of the boom. Afterwards, conduct a
MONTHLY INSPECTION. Confirm SATISFACTORY CONDITION before returning the boom to service.
MAINTENANCE
Implement a maintenance program to ensure that the boom remains in satisfactory condition. The following
steps should be utilized in conjunction with maintenance procedures applicable to fork truck attachments
provided in the most recent edition of ANSI B56.1.
Step 1: Tag the boom, “Out of Service.”
Step 2: Remove dirt and other matter from all surfaces.
Step 3: Conduct a Monthly inspection. If significant deformities, corrosion, rusting, or excessive wear is found, DO
NOT continue to use the product.
Step 4: Perform all necessary adjustments, replacements and/or repairs. DO NOT modify the boom.
WARNING
DO NOT return the boom to service until all necessary adjustments and repairs are complete! An adjustment is a
simple correction that restores the boom to SATISFACTORY CONDITION, such as tightening loose fasteners or
removing debris from surfaces. Repair means removal of worn parts and installation of replacement parts. NEVER
modify (alter) the boom, e.g. bend a structural member or remove a part or parts.
Step 5: Make a dated record of all repairs, adjustments, and replacements performed.
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LABELING DIAGRAM
The unit 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. 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 http://www.vestilmfg.com/parts_info.htm. Alternatively, you may request
replacement parts and/or service by calling [phone] and asking the operator to connect you to
the PARTS DEPARTMENT.
A: Label 1133 (applied to top surface of boom receiver)
C: Label 218 (on either fork tube)
B: Label 1153 (on either fork tube)
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Vestil Manufacturing Corporation (“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, 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 1 year. 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) 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 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
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LOAD TEST RECORD
Document each load test performed on your boom.
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________
Date of load test: _________________________________
Boom serial no. ___________________________________
Boom weight: ____________________________________
Lift truck identification: ____________________________
Lift truck capacity: ________________________________
Test load weight: _________________________________