Vestil VWS-770-AA User manual

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VWS-770-AA -MANUAL HAND-WINCH STACKER
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Receiving instructions:
After delivery, IMMEDIATELY remove the packaging from the product in a manner that preserves the
packaging and maintains the orientation of the product in the packaging; then inspect the product closely to
determine whether it sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered during the inspection,
immediately record a complete description of the damage on the bill of lading. If the product is
undamaged, discard the packaging.
NOTES:
1) Compliance with laws, regulations, codes, and non-voluntary standards enforced in the location where
the product is used is exclusively the responsibility of the owner/end-user.
2) VESTIL is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply either:
a) Instructions in this manual; or b) Information provided on labels affixed to the product. Neither is Vestil
responsible for any consequential damages sustained as a result of failing to exercise sound judgment
while assembling, installing, using or maintaining this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Safety Principles 2
Product Introduction 2
Safety Guidelines 3
Removing EPT from Pallet 3 - 4
Operation Instruction 5-6
Lifting & Transporting Loads 7
VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP.
2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703
Telephone: [phone] -or- Toll Free [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.vestilmfg.com e-mail: [email protected]m
Maintenance & Inspections 8
Warranty 9
Markings 10

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Specifications appear in the table below:
Vestil Manufacturing Corp. created this manual to acquaint owners and users of our electric pallet trucks
with safe operation and maintenance procedures. Employers are responsible for instructing employees to
use the product properly. Employees and any other persons, who might foreseeably use, repair,
or perform maintenance on the stacker must read and understand every instruction BEFORE using the
device. Stacker operators should have access to the manual at all times and should review the directions
before each use. Contact Vestil for answers to any question you have after reading the entire manual.
Although Vestil diligently strives to identify foreseeable hazardous situations, this manual cannot address
every conceivable danger. The end-user is ultimately responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times.
SAFETY PRINCIPLES
We offer two types of manual winch stackers (VWS-770-AA, VWS-770-FF): 770 pound (~350kg) capacity
models. Each unit conforms to the generalized specifications disclosed in this manual and fulfills our demanding
standards for quality, safety and durability.
Vestil Manufacturing Corp. recognizes the critical importance of workplace safety. Each person who might
participate in operation or maintenance of the product must read this manual. Read the entire manual and fully
understand the directions BEFORE using or performing maintenance on the stacker. If you do
not understand anyinstructions, contact Vestil for clarification. Failure to adhere to the directions
in this manual might lead to serious personal injury or even death.
Vestil is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply the safe
operation and maintenance procedures explained in this manual or that appear on labels affixed to the product.
Furthermore, failure to exercise good judgment and common sense may result in property damage, serious
personal injury, or death, and also are not the responsibility of Vestil.
This manual applies the hazard identification methods suggested for instruction manuals by the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI). In accordance with ANSI guidelines for hazard identification language, this
manual classifies personal injury risks and situations that could lead to property damage with SIGNAL WORDS.
These signal words announce an associated safety message. The reader must understand that the signal word
chosen indicates the seriousness of that hazard according to the following convention:
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 not related to personal injury, such as operation that could damage the cart.
No safety alert symbol (equilateral triangle enclosing an exclamation point) accompanies this
signal word.
Thank you for purchasing Manual Hand Winch Stacker (“VWS,” “Manual Stacker,”
“truck,” or “unit”) offered by Vestil Manufacturing Corporation (“Vestil”). Our winch
stackers are durable, high-quality products that combine safety features and low-
maintenance mechanisms. Despite the product’s relatively simple mechanics, all
personnel must familiarize themselves with the safe operation instructions provided in
this manual.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before using or servicing
the stacker constitutes misuse of the product. Study the entire manual before you use the stacker for
the first time and before each subsequent use. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of the safe
use and maintenance procedures. If questions remain after you finish reading the manual, contact Vestil for
answers. DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem with the stacker unless you are certain that it will be safe to
use afterwards.
To decrease the risk of electrocution:
DO NOT contact or operate the stacker close to electrified wires or other sources of electricity;
Before operating the Stacker, always inspect the area where you will use it.
Improper use might result in serious personal injuries to the operator and/or bystanders. To
minimize the possibility of injury, ALL persons who might operate, perform maintenance on, or service the S3
must read, understand and apply the following instructions:
DO NOT operate the Stacker unless and until you are:
1. Trained to use the machine; AND
2. Certified as a trained operator by your employer in accordance with U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR
§1910.178) and any standards incorporated by reference (e.g. ANSI/ITSDF B56.1-2005).
DO NOT attempt to lift or transport loads that exceed the rated capacity.
Inspect the machine before each use; DO NOT use the Stacker unless it is in normal condition. Normal
operating condition exists if VWS passes the inspection and functions tests.
DO NOT use the unit until you read and understand the entire owner’s manual. Review the manual before
each use AND before performing maintenance on the device.
DO NOT use the Stacker if the load-supporting elements sustain any structural damage. Structural elements
include, but are not limited to, the forks, carriage, wheels, winch and winch cable. If structural damage is
present, immediately tag the unit “Out of Service” and inform maintenance personnel of the problem.
DO NOT use the Stacker if it makes unusual noises during operation.
DO NOT attempt to lift an unevenly distributed load. Always center and evenly distribute the load on the forks.
DO NOT operate stacker on ramps or grades.
DO NOT leave VWS unattended while it supports a load. Always fully lower the forks, and then
completely disengage the skid or pallet.
DO NOT modify the stacker without first receiving written authorization from Vestil. Unauthorized
modifications may make stacker unsafe to use.
To maximize the service life of the stacker and to prevent damage:
Always store the machine in a secure, dry location where it will not interfere with traffic or other activities.
REMOVING THE Stacker FROM THE SHIPPING PALLET:
Stacker is shipped in ready-to-use condition. However, it must first be removed from the shipping pallet
before it can be used for the first time.
DO NOT attempt to pull the stacker off of the pallet; it might tip over and cause bodily injuries or
property damage. To minimize the risk of injury to yourself or other persons, perform the following steps to
remove the machine from the shipping pallet:
1. Remove all packing material.
2. Inform all personnel not participating in the unpacking process to clear the area.
3. Lift the stacker off of the pallet using a hoist or a with a capacity of at least 1,000 pounds. Always
apply the proper hoisting procedures or forklift operation practices you learned during your training
program.

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Connect the sling to both hook points on the Mast (1 on each side; the picture below only shows the hook point
on the left side); then lift the unit no more than 6 – 8 inches above the pallet. The VWS stacker will tilt towards
the front end. Additionally, it may swing from side-to-side once free of the pallet if you did not properly position
the hoist above the center of the sling. Stabilize the suspended stacker with one hand, and stand safely to the
side while operating the hoist.
To remove the VWS stacker from the shipping pallet using a hoist:
Hook Point

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Operation Instructions:
The operating instructions in this manual are meant to supplement the operation recommendations of
ITSDF standard B56.10-2006. According to the standard, the VWS is a, “Manually propelled high lift industrial
truck”. Safe operation of this type of device is the operator’s responsibility.
DO NOT operate the winch lift until you read AND understand all of the instructions. If you do not
understand an instruction, contact Vestil for clarification.
Review ALL of the safety guidelines on before each use;
ALWAYS use proper lifting techniques;
Enlist a coworker to help you lift, load, and unload the VWS;
DO NOT use the lifter on stairs.
An “Operator” is a person who is trained and authorized to control a manually propelled high lift
industrial truck. ONLY persons who have successfully completed the suggested training program outlined in B56.10-
2006 should operate the VWS.Operators must:
Develop safe working habits and an awareness of hazardous conditions occurring or present during operation of
the lifter;
Inspect the area where the lifter will be used before each use to identify unusual operating conditions.
Implement additional safety precautions as conditions require. Such conditions might include:
1. Irregularities in the floor/surface;
2. Debris or other obstructions on the floor/surface;
3. Avoid ground surfaces or surfaces that cannot support the weight of yourself, the lifter and the load either
together or separately;
Perform the following function test before each use:
1.1. Test the Winch: raise and lower the forks;
2.2. Test the brakes: press down on the brake lever to engage the brakes; then attempt to push the lift forward.
3.3. Testthe casters: pushthe lifter to testthe casters.
The end-user bears responsibility for verifying that the lifter complies with all regulations, codes, and standards
that apply in the location where it is used.
Inspect the lifter as recommended in the “Maintenance and Inspection” section of this manual (p. 10). Use the lifter
UONLY IF the lifter passes the inspection and is deemed safe to use by designated inspection personnelU.

UStep 1 UAdjust the legs to provide the desired wheel base. Lock the caster. Lossen the 3
hex head bolts on each side of the frame and slide the legs in the desired position.
UStep 2 Always maneuver the VWS from the “Operator’s Position” using the Normal Maneuvering Stance shown
below
a. Grasp the operator
handle at each end. This
will provide the greatest
degree of steering control.
Push/pull maneuver
b. Walk behind the lifter and
keep your feet clear of the
castors
UStep 3 Move the lifter to a position near the intended load and lock the locking caster.
Locking Caster
Step 4UMove the load to the desired location.
After you arrive at the unloading
destination:
Lock the castor;

Remove the load.
Lower the forks until they are
a few inches above the legs.
Turn the winch clockwise
until the load is positioned
at a comfortable height;
UStep 5U: Return the lifter to its storage location. Engage the brakes, fold the winch handle, fully
lower the forks, and set the handle latch pin to lock the winch handle
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Lifting and Transporting Loads:
DO NOT operate the VWS until you read AND understand every instruction. If you do not understand
an instruction, contact Vestil for clarification. To reduce the possibility of sustaining or causing serious personal
injuries, ALWAYS:
1. Make sure that all other persons clear the area while you use the stacker.
2. Apply the fork truck operation and lifting practices learned during your operator training, and applied by your
employer. Follow the instructions below ONLY to the extent that they do not disagree with the operating practices
required by your employer.
Make sure that the net weight to be lifted (load + skid) does not exceed the rated load (capacity) of the stacker;
Center and evenly distribute the load on the forks. The load must not project more than 2” beyond the tips of the forks.
3. Review the safety guidelines on p. 3 before each use:
Apply proper loading techniques;
Ask a coworker to help you load and unload the lifter.
4. “Operator” means a person, who is trained and authorized to use a manually propelled high lift device. ONLY
persons who have successfully completed a training program, like the courses outlined on p.
4-5 of B56.10-2006, should operate the stacker. Safe operation requires operators to:
Develop safe working habits and a process for identifying hazards that exist or might be encountered during
operation;
Conduct thorough inspections of the usage area to identify unusual/hazardous conditions. Walk the path you will
use to transport loads with the lifter beforehand. Do not use the VWS lift if the floor (or other supporting
surface) is uneven or damaged or cannot support the combined weight of the operator, the lifter and the load.
Make sure that the lifter has been inspected as recommended in the “Inspections & Maintenance” section of this
manual. Use the lifter ONLY IF it is deemed safe to use by designated inspection personnel.
To engage a pallet/skid, push the unit to a position in front of the intended load. Before engaging the load, confirm
that the forks will fit within the fork pockets. Fully lower the forks to allow them to slide into the fork pockets of the
skid. Confirm that the net weight of the load plus the skid do not exceed the capacity of the Stacker.
Continue forward until either the skid rests against the back (vertical/upright portion), or the forks are as far
underneath the skid as they can be. When the skid contacts the back of the forks, lock the brake, and then crank the
winch handle to lift the skid off of the ground/supporting surface.
Proper Transport Configuration: To avoid unintended contact between the skid/pallet and surface features, transport
the load to the desired location with the forks elevated.
To release the load, stop in the desired location; fully lower the forks; and then pull the stacker until the forks are
no longer beneath the skid/pallet.

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Maintenance and Inspections:
Only trained, authorized persons should inspect of and maintain this device. The end-user is responsible for
ensuring that the lifter is properly inspected and maintained.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION (THE “RECORD”)
Record the condition of the stacker before putting it into service. Thoroughly photograph the unit from multiple
angles so that all operating mechanisms are clearly visible. Take close range photographs of the labeling applied to
the stacker. Raise and lower the forks. Describe the operation of the winch. Describe sounds heard as the forks
rises and descends. Include detailed descriptions about the frame, winch, rollers, wheels, casters, carriage, mast
rollers, and the lifting mechanisms (winch, cable, and pulleys). How much effort is required to turn the winch?
Collate all photographs and writings into a single file. Give the file a name that clearly identifies it. This file is a
record of the unit in satisfactory condition. Compare all inspection results to the record to determine whether the
truck is in satisfactory condition. Purely cosmetic changes, like damaged paint/powder coat are not changes from
satisfactory condition. However, touch-up paint to be applied to all affected areas as soon as damage occurs.
INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE
Regular inspections and maintenance are necessary to keep the stacker in normal condition. Compare the results of
each inspection to the Record to determine whether the unit is satisfactory condition or requires repairs or
replacement parts. If you are uncertain whether a part requires repair or replacement, contact Technical Service for
assistance.
•Periodically lubricate moving parts.
•Keep the product clean and dry.
•Only use manufacturer-approved replacement parts.
At
least once per week, inspect the following components:
1. Winch, winch mounting bracket, cable, carriage rollers, and pulley.Cycle the forks up and down. Listen for
unusual noises and watch for binding or rough movement as the carriage moves. If the carriage does not move
smoothly or makes noise as it moves up or down the upright, apply a silicon wax or silicon spray to the inside
of the mast frame. Examine the winch. Make sure that the spool is intact and rotates smoothly when the
handle is turned. Inspect the mounting bracket. The winch should be solidly attached to the bracket. Tighten all
loose fasteners. Lower the carriage and examine the cable for reeving, stretching, thinning portions, etc.
Confirm that the pulley rotates freely and is securely fastened to the mast.
2. Frame (mast, base): Examine the frame members for damaged welds, severe rusting, cracks, bends, etc.
Remove rust with steel wool. Clean the affected areas and apply touch-up paint.
3.Wheels, rollers, and casters: Check each wheel, caster, and roller for wobbliness, damage, and severe wear. All
should roll smoothly. Clean them to remove debris from the surfaces, if necessary.
4.Hardware: Examine the pins, bolts, nuts, etc. Tighten loose fasteners. Replace all damaged fasteners.
Maintenance: Implement a maintenance program to ensure that the lifter functions normally for as long as possible.
Page 9 of ANSI/ITSDF standard B56.10-2006, “Manually propelled high lift industrial trucks”, describes recommended
maintenance procedures. A copy of the standard is downloadable for free from the ITSDF website (www.itsdf.org).
Apply t
hose recommendations in conjunction with the following steps.
1. Tag the lifter, “Out of Service.”
2. Inspect the lifter as described above. If deformity, corrosion, rusting, or excessive wear of structural members is
present, permanently remove the lifter from service.
3. Remove any dirt or other matter from the cable and pulleys and other lifter surfaces.
4. Perform all other necessary adjustments and/or repairs. DO NOT modify the lifter.
5. Make a dated record of the repairs, adjustments and/or replacements made.

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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 if the part
is 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.
What is an “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 any of the following methods:
Mail Fax Email
Vestil Manufacturing Corporation [phone] [email protected]
2999 North Wayne Street, PO Box 507 Phone
Angola, IN 46703 [phone]
In the written request, list the parts believed to be defective and include the address where replacements should be
delivered.
What is covered under the warranty?
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 may require you to send the
entire product, or just the defective part or parts, to its facility in Angola, IN. The warranty covers defects in the
following original dynamic components: 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 components is 90 days. The warranty period begins on the date when Vestil ships the
product to the warrantee. If the product was purchased from an authorized distributor, the period begins when the
distributor ships the product. Vestil may extend the 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?
1. Labor;
2. Freight;
3. Occurrence of any of the following, which automatically voids the warranty:
Product misuse;
Negligent operation or repair;
Corrosion or use in corrosive conditions;
Inadequate or improper maintenance;
Damage sustained during shipping;
Accidents involving the product;
Unauthorized modifications: DO NOT modify the product IN ANY WAY without first receiving
written authorization from Vestil. Modification(s) might make the product unsafe to use or might
cause excessive and/or abnormal wear.
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.

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MARKINGS:
Only use the lifter if ALL labels are readable and undamaged. Contact Vestil for replacement labels if necessary,
and DO NOT use the pallet truck until all replacement labels are affixed to the device.
Proper label placement is shown below:
Label #220
Label #208
Label #527
Label #212
Label #658