Vestil BT (20, 40, & 60) - Manual (Page 8)

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Step 5: Test the balance of the beam in the tongs. Grasp the hoist hook to stabilize the lift (see photo 7),
and raise the beam just a few inches from the ground (or other supporting surface). The beam is
improperly balanced if it slides or hangs lower on one side. If improperly balanced, return the beam to the
ground/supporting surface and immobilize it. Reposition the tongs to improve the balance by moving the
tongs slightly towards the end that hung lower when you tested the balance. Raise the object again to see
if the beam is balanced. DO NOT proceed to the next step until the load is properly stabilized. DO NOT
use the tongs if you cannot achieve a stable, balanced hold of the beam; use a different device to lift and
move the beam.
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Shackle
Hoist Hook
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This end of the beam is
lower than the other. Return
the beam to the
ground/supporting surface
and reposition the tongs by
moving them closer to this
end.
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