Vestil PAL-DR - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATOR
1.) Please read all instructions THOROUGHLY before attempting to operate your new pallet dumper/retainer.
2.) The model PAL-D/R has a maximum capacity rating of 2,000 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 pallet dumper/retainer, 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 pallet dumper/retainer. Read operating instructions before operation.
• CAUTION: Keep the pallet dumper/retainer level or slightly tilted back toward the fork truck.
• CAUTION: Never use 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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.) With the unit sitting on the floor, lower the forks of the fork truck, aligning them with the fork pockets on the PAL-D/R.
2.) Slowly move the fork truck forward until the forks are fully inserted into the fork pockets.
3.) Secure the PAL-D/R to the fork truck by looping the restraining strap around the fork carriage so there is no slack and
fastening it back to itself with the hook.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.) With the PAL-D/R properly installed on the fork truck, adjust the mast height so the pallet support forks are aligned with
the pallet opening.
2.) Slowly move the fork truck forward until the PAL-D/R forks are completely through the pallet and the pallet retaining
angles have cleared the pallet end.
3.) Raise the forks slightly so the pallet retaining angle is above the top of the pallet. DO NOT lift the pallet off of the floor
yet.
4.) Carefully move the fork lift backwards an inch or two to lock the pallet into the retaining angle. See Figure 1.
5.) When elevation is not required, always transport the pallet in the lowered position.
AT THE DUMPING AREA:
6.) Raise the fork mast so that the unit is above the dumping area, making sure the mast is high enough so that when the
pallet is dumped, neither the unit or the pallet hit any structure below it.
7.) When in place, pull the release lever to dump the forks.
8.) To re-latch the fork carriage, slowly lower the unit to the floor. When the front edge touches the floor, slowly (and
carefully) move the fork truck backwards while lowering the forks. When the unit is on the floor, the latch will re-engage
the latch pin.
• Caution: If latch does not re-engage, make sure the release cable is not pulled.
9.) Insure that the pallet is still secure in the pallet retaining angles before proceeding.
• Caution: Inspect the pallet before using. A damaged pallet may cause damage or personal injury.
• Caution: Do not let any part of the unit or pallet hit the floor or dumping station while dumping. Doing so can damage the
unit.
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
1.) The PAL-D/R should be loaded with a secure and evenly-distributed load.
2.) The PAL-D/R is not intended to be used with a load that overhangs the pallet. Contact the factory for overhung load
applications.
3.) The load should never exceed the center of gravity or capacity on the fork truck’s dataplate.
Figure 1
Retaining
Hook