Vetter ManuTel SlimLine User manual

Operating instructions
ManuTel® telescopic fork arm
Type SlimLine
U163-903/Replaces:U163-43
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This operating manual (hereinafter also referred to as “manual”) contains basic informa-
tion that is to be observed during the assembly, operation and maintenance of the
VETTER ManuTel® SlimLine telescopicfork arms (hereinafter referred to as ManuTel®
SlimLine). It is therefore imperative that this manual be read prior to all work on and with
the fork arms. Ensure that the manual is always available at the operation site of the
ManuTel® (on the industrial truck).
Illustrations in this manual are for basic understanding and may deviate from the actual
design.
Address VETTER Industrie GmbH
Carl-Benz-Strasse 45
57299 Burbach
GERMANY
Phone [phone]
Email [email protected]
Internet www.forks.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1OVERVIEW OF MANUTEL® SLIMLINE 5
1.1 Range of application 5
1.2 Variants of the ManuTel® SlimLine 5
1.3 Declaration of conformity 6
2 SAFETY 7
2.1 Symbols in this manual 7
2.2 Applicable documents 8
2.3 Intended use 9
2.4 Operator obligations 9
2.5 Dangers associated with handling the ManuTel® SlimLine 10
2.6 Safety markings 12
2.7 Personnel requirements 14
2.7.1 Qualification 14
2.7.2 Unauthorised persons 15
2.7.3 Training 15
2.8 Personal protective equipment 15
2.9 Protection of the environment and disposal 16
3 STRUCTURE 18
4 ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY 19
4.1 Assembly 19
4.2 Disassembly 22
5 OPERATION 25
5.1 Telescoping the ManuTel® SlimLine 25
5.2 Adjusting the fork arm spacing 28
6 MAINTENANCE 30
6.1 Daily visual inspection by the user 30
6.2 Routine check 31
6.3 Wear check for the slip-on coupling 32
6.4 Repairs and spare parts 33
6.5 After completion of maintenance work 36
7 TECHNICAL DATA 37
8 INDEX 41
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1 Overview of ManuTel® SlimLine
1.1 Range of application
ManuTel® SlimLines are used to lift, transport and put down goods on pallets, for
example, or loads that are intended for transport with a forklift or another form of indus-
trial truck. Always observe the information in the industrial truck operating manual to
ensure safe handling of the ManuTel® SlimLine.
1.2 Variants of the ManuTel® SlimLine
The ManuTel® SlimLines are available in several weight classes. These differ in terms of
their maximum carrying capacity, outer dimensions and suspension classes as per ISO/
FEM. Specific details can be found in chapter Ä Chapter 7 “Technical data” on page 37.
View the current type lists at www.forks.com. With regard to any special
designs, please also note the other applicable documents Ä Chapter 2.2
“Applicable documents” on page 8.
Overview of ManuTel® SlimLine
Variants of the ManuTel® SlimLine
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1.3 Declaration of conformity
EC declaration of conformity as per EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
VETTER Industrie GmbH, as the manufacturer, hereby declares that the models of the
ManuTel® SlimLine telescopicfork arm listed below comply with the EC Machinery Direc-
tive:
Name - Manual telescopicfork arm ManuTel® SlimLine
Type -MTSK 18/XX/XX/X; MTSK 20/XX/XX/X
Please refer to the name on the type plate for details of the exact type.
This declaration is void if a change is made to the aforementioned equipment. The
authorised agent for compiling the technical documentation is the signatory.
Applied national standards and guidelines:
DIN EN ISO
12100
- Safety of machinery
ISO 13284 - Forklift trucks – Fork-arm extensions and telescopic fork arms –
Technical characteristics and strength requirements
ISO 2328 - Forklift trucks - Hook-on type fork arms and fork arm carriages -
Mounting dimensions
VETTER Industrie GmbH
Carl-Benz-Strasse 45
57299 Burbach/Germany
Tel.: [phone] - 0
Email: [email protected]
14/09/2016 Gunther Grindel (Technical Director)
Overview of ManuTel® SlimLine
Declaration of conformity
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2 Safety
NOTICE!
Scope
All of the following safety information applies to all variants of the
ManuTel® SlimLine.
2.1 Symbols in this manual
Safety instructions in this manual are marked by symbols. The safety instructions are
introduced by signal words which express the extent of the danger.
DANGER!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an imminently dan-
gerous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a potentially dan-
gerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a potentially dan-
gerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or slight injury.
NOTICE!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a potentially dan-
gerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.
ENVIRONMENT!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates potential dangers
to the environment.
“This symbol highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as
information for ensuring efficient and faultless operation.”
Safety instruc-
tions
Tips and rec-
ommenda-
tions
Safety
Symbols in this manual
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Safety information may relate to certain, individual instructions for action. Such safety
information is embedded in the instruction for action so that readability is not disturbed
when performing the action. The aforementioned signal words are used.
Example:
1. Loosen the screw.
2.
CAUTION!
Danger of pinching on the cover!
Close the cover carefully.
3. Tighten the screw.
2.2 Applicable documents
In addition to this manual, also observe the documentation of the other components and
machines used, as well as operator-specific requirements:
nOperating manual for the industrial truck
nOperating manual for the mounted fork carriage
nOperating instructions for the operator
nAny documentation available for the special design
Safety infor-
mation in
instructions
for action
Safety
Applicable documents
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2.3 Intended use
The ManuTel® SlimLines are used solely for lifting and transporting loads and may/can
only be used on industrial trucks.
WARNING!
Danger from improper use!
Improper use of the ManuTel® SlimLine could lead to dangerous situa-
tions and serious injuries.
– Never neglect the general requirements for safety and due diligence.
If in doubt, personally ensure that there are no people or obstacles in
the danger zone of the industrial truck.
– Do not exceed the maximum carrying capacity of the two ManuTel®
SlimLines used.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine to transport or lift people.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine for demolition work.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine as a reversible fork arm.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine individually or load unevenly.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine at temperatures outside the tem-
perature range of -20 °C to +50 °C.
– Never expose the ManuTel® SlimLine to lateral forces. It is not per-
mitted to insert or pull out of the pallet/load at an angle, or to push the
pallet/load from the side.
– Never use the ManuTel® SlimLine on a rotary device or on a pallet
handler.
– ManuTel® SlimLines must be used with a warning system (e.g.
warning bars) for road transport (when unloaded) as per the road
traffic regulations.
– Never use industrial trucks equipped with ManuTel® SlimLine in
areas subject to explosion hazards.
– Never allow unauthorised persons access to the industrial truck.
– Never allow insufficiently qualified persons to carry out maintenance
or troubleshooting work.
– Never skip maintenance cycles.
– Never modify the ManuTel® SlimLine independently.
Intended use includes observation of all the information in this manual.
Any use that goes beyond the scope of intended use is considered misuse.
Using the ManuTel® SlimLine without the specified markings
(
Ä Chapter 2.6 “Safety markings” on page 12) is considered improper use.
2.4 Operator obligations
The operator is the person who operates the ManuTel® SlimLine on an industrial truck for
industrial or commercial purposes, or who delegates use to a third party and bears the
legal product responsibility during operation for the protection of personnel or third par-
ties.
Safety
Operator obligations
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The ManuTel® SlimLine is used in the commercial sector. The operator of the industrial
truck is therefore subject to the legal requirements for occupational safety.
In particular, the following applies:
nThe operator must be aware of the applicable health and safety regulations and, in a
risk assessment, must determine any additional dangers that could arise from the
particular working conditions at the operation site of the ManuTel® SlimLine. These
must be outlined in the form of operating instructions for operation of the ManuTel®
SlimLine.
nThe operator must ensure over the entire operating time that the operating instruc-
tions created by him/her correspond to the current state of the rules and regulations,
and adjust them if necessary.
nThe operator must clearly regulate and specify the responsibilities for assembly, ope-
ration, troubleshooting, maintenance and cleaning.
nThe operator must ensure that all persons that come into contact with the ManuTel®
SlimLine have read and understood this manual. In addition, he/she must regularly
train personnel and inform them of any dangers.
nThe operator must provide personnel with the required protective equipment and
instruct them that wearing the required protective equipment is mandatory.
In addition, the operator is responsible for ensuring that the ManuTel® SlimLine is always
in a technically perfect condition. The following therefore applies:
nThe operator must ensure that the maintenance intervals described in this manual are
adhered to.
nThe operator must regularly have all safety equipment checked for functionality and
integrity.
2.5 Dangers associated with handling the ManuTel® SlimLine
WARNING!
Danger to life from obstructed view!
Persons and objects under or in front of the raised load may not be seen
under certain circumstances due to the field of vision being obstructed. If
people or objects in the danger zone are not detected, there is a risk of
serious accidents.
– Always adhere to the general requirements for safety and due dili-
gence.
– Ensure that there are no people or objects in the danger zone of the
industrial truck.
– If the situation in the transport area is not visible, get out and carry
out a visual inspection or refer to someone who can guide and assist
you.
General
requirement
for safety
Safety
Dangers associated with handling the ManuTel® SlimLine
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