RWC-3 - Cale de roue Vestil - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Hand Truck / Cart
Model	RWC-3
Brand	Vestil
Load Capacity	300 lbs (136 kg)
Overall Height	48 inches (122 cm)
Overall Width	20 inches (51 cm)
Overall Depth	22 inches (56 cm)
Weight	32 lbs (14.5 kg)
Frame Material	Heavy-duty steel
Wheel Type	Polyurethane on ball bearings
Wheel Diameter	8 inches (20 cm)
Handle Type	Foldable with foam grip
Nose Plate Size	6 x 16 inches (15 x 41 cm)
Color	Red (standard)
Safety Features	Weight limit label, no-step warning
Maintenance	Keep clean, lubricate wheels annually
Spare Parts	Available from Vestil or authorized dealers
Repairability	Modular design; wheels and handle replaceable
Intended Use	Transporting boxes, equipment, and materials
Warranty	1 year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - RWC-3 Vestil

How do I assemble the RWC-3 hand truck?

The RWC-3 typically requires attaching the handle and wheels. Refer to the manual for detailed assembly instructions. Most models include pre-drilled holes and hardware.

What is the maximum weight capacity of the RWC-3?

The maximum load capacity is 300 lbs (136 kg). Never exceed this limit to avoid damage or injury.

What type of wheels does the RWC-3 have?

It comes with polyurethane wheels on ball bearings for smooth rolling and floor protection.

How do I replace a damaged wheel?

Remove the axle nut and slide off the old wheel. Install the new wheel and secure with the nut. Use genuine Vestil replacement wheels for best fit.

Can the handle be folded for storage?

Yes, the RWC-3 has a foldable handle with a latch mechanism for compact storage when not in use.

What maintenance is required?

Keep the hand truck clean and lubricate the wheel bearings annually with light oil to ensure smooth operation.

Is the RWC-3 suitable for stairs?

The RWC-3 is designed for flat surfaces. For stairs, consider a stair-climbing hand truck. Using it on stairs may cause instability and risk of injury.

How do I clean the hand truck?

Wipe down with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners that may damage the paint or wheels.

What safety precautions should I take?

Always stay within the weight limit, keep hands clear of moving parts, and do not stand on the nose plate. Use proper lifting techniques when tilting the load.

Where can I purchase spare parts?

Spare parts are available from Vestil’s official website or authorized dealers. Common parts include wheels, handles, and axle pins.

USER MANUAL RWC-3 Vestil

Vestil Manufacturing Corp.

2999 North Wayne Street, P.O. Box 507, Angola, IN 46703

Telephone: [phone] -or- Toll Free [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Web: www.vestilmfg.com e-mail: [e-mail]

RWC-SERIES

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCKS

Receiving Instructions

After delivery, remove the packaging from the product. Inspect the product closely to determine whether it sustained damage during transport. If damage is discovered, record a complete description of it on the bill of lading. If the product is undamaged, discard the packaging.

NOTE: The end-user is solely responsible for confirming that product design, use, and maintenance comply with laws, regulations, codes, and mandatory standards applied where the product is used.

Technical Service & Replacement Parts

For answers to questions not addressed in these instructions and to order replacement parts, labels, and accessories, call our Technical Service and Parts Department at [phone]. The Department can also be contacted online at https://www.vestil.com/page-parts-request.php.

Electronic Copies of Instruction Manuals

Additional copies of this instruction manual may be downloaded from https://www.vestil.com/page-manuals.php.

Table of Contents
Page

Signal Words	2
Safety Instructions	2
Using the Product	2
Dimensions	3-6
Record of Satisfactory Condition	7
Inspections & Maintenance	7
Limited Warranty	8

SIGNAL WORDS

This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood that a particular action will cause personal injuries or property damage. Signal words also specify the level of seriousness of injury if the product is misused in the ways described. The following signal words are used in this manual.

Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.

Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE injury.

Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that might damage the product.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Vestil strives to identify all foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. Material handling is dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. Ultimately, the most effective way to prevent injury is to apply sound judgment whenever using this device.

WARNING

Improper or careless use of this product could result in death or serious personal injuries.

• Read and understand the entire manual before assembling, installing, using or servicing the product. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures.
• DO NOT attempt to resolve any problem(s) with the product unless you are both authorized to do so and certain that it will be safe to use afterwards.
• DO NOT modify the product in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil. Unapproved modifications automatically void the LIMITED WARRANTY and might make the product unsafe to use.
• Inspect the product according to the instructions in INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE. DO NOT use the product unless it is in SATISFACTORY CONDITION.

NOTICE

Proper use, maintenance, and storage are essential for this product to function properly.

○ Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any training relevant to machines, devices, etc. used in conjunction with this product.
- Keep the product clean & dry. Lubricate moving parts.
- FOR HYDRAULIC UNITS: Do not use brake fluid or jack oils in the hydraulic system. If oil is needed, use an anti-wear hydraulic oil with a viscosity grade of 150 SUS at 100°F , (ISO 32 cSt @ 40°C ), or Dexron transmission fluid.
- Contact the manufacturer for SDS documentation.

USING THE PRODUCT

1. Chock height should be no less than 1/4 of wheel outside diameter.
2. Use more than 1 chock if parked on an incline.
3. Place chocks behind downhill side of the wheels.

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RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/ EYEBOLT, RWC-8

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/ SQUARE HANDLE, RWC-8-HDL

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK & CHAIN, RWC-8/OH-15-HD

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/ SERRATED BOTTOM, RWC-8-SBS

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/ U-HANDLE, RWC-9-U

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/HANDLE, RWC-10-HDL

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/HANDLE, RWC-25

RUBBER WHEEL CHOCK W/ERGO HANDLE, RWC-8-ERGO

RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION (THE "RECORD")

After the unit is assembled and/or installed, make a detailed record of its condition. Include observations about all features: pivot points, welds, frame elements, especially features in contact with the ground, fasteners (anchor bolts, bolts, nuts, washers, etc.) and casters/wheels. Thoroughly photograph the unit from multiple angles so that all features are clearly imaged. Photograph all labels applied to the product. Describe where each label is located. Collate all photographs and writings into a single file. This file is a record of the product in satisfactory condition. Compare the results of each inspection to this RECORD to determine if the unit is in satisfactory condition. Do not use the product unless it is in satisfactory condition

INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE

Compare inspection results to the RECORD. Do not continue to use the product unless every component is in SATISFACTORY CONDITION. Cosmetic changes, like damaged paint/powder coat do not constitute changes from satisfactory condition. However, touchup paint should be applied to all affected areas as soon as damage occurs. Contact TECHNICAL SERVICE to order replacement parts. Contact information is provided on the cover page of this manual.

Inspect the following at least once per month:

1. Surfaces – Check all surfaces of the product for dirt or other matter, especially fluids. Clean the surfaces of the stand.
2. Hardware, fasteners – Examine hardware & fasteners (anchor bolts and sleeves, bolts, nuts, pins, & clips). Replace damaged/worn hardware.
3. Examine the frame for wear, breaks, corrosion/rust, metal fatigue, and other forms of damage (e.g. impact damage).
4. Overall structure – Examine the whole structure for rusting or metal erosion, rot, thinned regions. In particular, examine pivot points, and ground-contacting elements. If rusting is purely superficial, remove the rust/corrosion. Clean the affected area and apply touchup paint. If rusting, rot, or thinning has weakened the material, contact TECHNICAL SERVICE for advice.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Vestil Manufacturing Corporation (“Vestil”) warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period. Our warranty obligation is to provide a replacement for a defective, original part covered by the warranty after we receive a proper request from the Warrantee (you) for warranty service.

Who may request service?

Only a warrantee may request service. You are a warrantee if you purchased the product from Vestil or from an authorized distributor AND Vestil has been fully paid.

Definition of "original part"?

An original part is a part used to make the product as shipped to the Warrantee.

What is a "proper request"?

A request for warranty service is proper if Vestil receives: 1) a photocopy of the Customer Invoice that displays the shipping date; AND 2) a written request for warranty service including your name and phone number. Send requests by one of the following methods:

US Mail Fax Email

Vestil Manufacturing Corporation [phone] [e-mail]

2999 North Wayne Street, PO Box 507 Phone Enter "Warranty service request"

Angola, IN 46703 [phone] in subject field.

In the written request, list the parts believed to be defective and include the address where replacements should be delivered. After Vestil receives your request for warranty service, an authorized representative will contact you to determine whether your claim is covered by the warranty. Before providing warranty service, Vestil will require you to send the entire product, or just the defective part (or parts), to its facility in Angola, IN.

What is covered under the warranty?

The warranty covers defects in the following original, dynamic parts: motors, hydraulic pumps, motor controllers, and cylinders. It also covers defects in original parts that wear under normal usage conditions (“wearing parts”), such as bearings, hoses, wheels, seals, brushes, and batteries.

How long is the warranty period?

The warranty period for original dynamic components is 90 days. For wearing parts, the warranty period is 90 days. Both warranty periods begin on the date Vestil ships the product to the Warrantee. If the product was purchased from an authorized distributor, the periods begin when the distributor ships the product. Vestil may, at its sole discretion, extend a warranty period for products shipped from authorized distributors by up to 30 days to account for shipping time.

If a defective part is covered by the warranty, what will Vestil do to correct the problem?

Vestil will provide an appropriate replacement for any covered part. An authorized representative of Vestil will contact you to discuss your claim.

What is not covered by the warranty?

The Warrantee (you) are responsible for paying labor costs and freight costs to return the product to Vestil for warranty service.

Events that automatically void this Limited Warranty.

• Misuse;
• Negligent assembly, installation, operation or repair;
• Installation/use in corrosive environments;
• Inadequate or improper maintenance;
• Damage sustained during shipping;
• Collisions or other accidents that damage the product;

- Unauthorized modifications: Do not modify the product IN ANY WAY without first receiving written authorization from Vestil.

Do any other warranties apply to the product?

Vestil Manufacturing Corp. makes no other express warranties. All implied warranties are disclaimed to the extent allowed by law. Any implied warranty not disclaimed is limited in scope to the terms of this Limited Warranty. Vestil makes no warranty or representation that this product complies with any state or local design, performance, or safety code or standard. Noncompliance with any such code or standard is not a defect in material or workmanship.