Vestil DRUM-P-30 - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR
1.) Please read all instructions THOROUGHLY before attempting to operate your new Drum Carrier/Rotator.
2.) The Model DRUM-P MAXIMUM CAPACITY RATING of 800 pounds. DO NOT exceed this rating as the unsafe
condition that may result could cause damage or excessive wear, or make the unit awkward to handle.
3.) When operating, loading, unloading, or maintaining your drum carrier/rotator, always use care and good judgement,
have good footing and a firm hold. Keep hands and loose clothing etc., away from all moving parts. Never allow anyone
to be below any part of a raised Drum Positioner or drum. Read operating instructions before operation.
• CAUTION: Keep the drum positioner level or slightly tilted back toward the fork truck.
• CAUTION: Never us the carrier if it is in need of repairs or if it seems to be malfunctioning. Notify your supervisor or
maintenance personnel if you notice damage to any part of carrier.
• WARNING: Do not pull the release cable unless the unit is resting on the ground!
• WARNING: Do not attempt to dump material from a drum with this product!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Insert the forks fully into the fork tubes. Secure the unit to the fork truck by looping the chain around the fork carriage and
fastening it back to itself with a quick-link.
To lay a drum onto its side:
With the carrier resting on the ground, pull the carrier release cable to allow the drum carrier rods to drop to the vertical
position. Center the carrier over the upright drum and carefully lower it until the carrier rests on top of the drum. Slowly
move backwards while lowering the forks until the side of the drum rests on the floor. Lower the carrier a bit more to allow
the latch to lock the rods into the horizontal position. The drum can then be picked up, transported, and placed horizontally
into a rack or be stacked.
To stand a drum upright:
With the carriage locked into the horizontal position, slowly approach the top lid of the horizontal drum until the back of the
carrier contacts the drum. Tilt fork truck carriage back and lift.
Rest the carrier on the floor and pull the carrier release cable. Slowly move forward while raising the forks until the drum is
upright.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
We take pride in using quality parts on the equipment we manufacture. We are not responsible for equipment problems
resulting from the use of unapproved replacement parts.
To order replacement parts for this equipment, contact the factory.
In any communication with the factory please be prepared to provide the machine's serial number, which is indicated on the
machine dataplate.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1.) Periodically inspect all moving parts, framework, and contact areas for signs of wear, fatigue or loosening. Tighten,
adjust or replace parts as necessary to prevent failure and maintain proper functions.
2) Lubricate once a month.