Vestil WP - Manual (Page 10)

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 Avoid sudden stops or quick turns while transporting the platform.
 DO NOT drive the fork truck while the platform is occupied. If it is necessary to reposition the fork truck or to
relocate the platform, fully lower the forks, require all persons to disconnect safety lanyards and dismount the
platform.
 Set the parking brake before lifting the platform.
 Hold onto the handrail on two sides of the work platform whenever rising or lowering.
 If the platform is equipped with (optional) casters, DO NOT move the platform if it is occupied. Require all persons to
get off of the platform AND unload the platform completely BEFORE repositioning or relocating it.
Before entering the work platform, secure the platform to the (fork truck) mast. Inspect all of the platform structure for
signs of damage, and verify that the gate latch and / or chain(s) will secure properly.
Model WP: push open the gate to enter the work platform; then release the gate. The gate automatically returns to the
closed position. Push outwardly on the gate to confirm that it is locked.
Models having a gate on both sides (WP-####-DD): after entering this work platform from either side, let go of the
gate to allow it to close automatically. Confirm that both gates function properly, i.e. fully and automatically close,
before proceeding to use the platform.
Model SP-175: enter the platform and then latch both of the safety chains to the D-rings. When using the platform to
load stock, the forklift driver should orient the platform parallel to the shelving/racking.
Model WP-3737-FD: enter the platform from either side, and then pull the gate closed. Lift the gate, pull the gate fully
closed, and then press the gate downward to secure the latch (see “Setup/fold-down instructions”). Confirm that both
gates are latched.
Setup / fold-down instructions [Model WP-3737-FD]:
Folding the platform creates pinch points. Failure to avoid pinch points could lead to injury. Avoid the
(obvious) injury hazards created as parts of the platform fold: keep feet, hands and clothing away from pinch points
while folding or setting up the work platform.
Step 1: Identify the mast guard latching pegs and the
fabricated slots as shown below.
Step 2: Raise the mast guard.
Once the guard is nearly vertical, lift it to
allow the pegs to fit into the slots as the
guard drops into position.
PEG
SLOT
Nylon
safety
strap