H-10988 - Forklift Uline - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H-10988 Uline

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SAFETY

These instructions use signal words to direct the user's attention to important safety-related messages. These messages describe uses of the product that could result in personal injury or property damage. Each signal word corresponds to a specific hazard level.

STOP

WARNING! Improper or careless use could result in serious personal injuries or death.

• Failure to read and understand these instructions before assembling, installing, using or servicing the product in a misuse of the product. Read the instructions to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures.
• Do not exceed the load capacity of unit.
• Inspect the carpet pole before each use as described in "Inspections" on page 3.
• Always connect the safety chain to the carriage of your forklift without slack. The unit must not be able to slide on the forks.

• Verify that the load is stable by lifting the carpet just a few inches above the ground. Load swing should be minimal, and the carpet pole should not shift on the forks. If the load is not stable while elevated, return it to the ground and use another device to transport it.
  • Always apply the rules governing use of forklift front end attachments applied at your work site.

• Do not cover or remove any label. Verify the location and legibility of all labels. Do not use this device unless all product labels are readable and undamaged.

• Do not ride or sit on the carpet pole.
• Do not use the carpet pole to push objects. Only use the product to transport a roll of carpet.
• Only use this product when traveling on firm, level, even ground.
• Do not leave elevated rolls of carpet unattended. Always lower the load before leaving the forklift.
• Carpet roll must not be longer than the pole. The carpet roll must not hang over the end of the pole. See Operation on page 2 for loading instructions.
• Do not modify the carpet pole in any way unless you first obtain written approval from Uline. Contact Uline Customer Service at 1-800-295-5510 for assistance. Unapproved modifications might make the product unsafe to use.

SPECIFICATIONS

POLE LENGTH	OVERALL LENGTH	POLE DIAMETER	CAPACITY	NET WEIGHT
108"	143"	2.75"	2,500 lbs.	389 lbs.

PARTS

2 3 4 5 6 7 DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 Base Frame 1 2 Pole 1 3 5/8"-11 mm x 6" Grade Cap Screw Bolt 4.5mm x 3mm Grade 0.0MP

#	DESCRIPTION QTY.
1	Base Frame 1
2	Pole 1
3	5/8"-11 mm x 6" Grade 8 Socket Head Cap Screw Bolt	3
4	5/8"-11 mm Grade 8 UNC Hex Nut 3
5	5/8" High Collar Lock Washer 3
6	5/16" Chain - 56" Long 1
7	5/16" Snap Hook 1

OPERATION

1. Insert the forks of lift truck into fork pockets of frame. Drive forward until end of frame contacts heels of forks.
2. To prevent pole from sliding on the forks, attach the safety chain to the carriage of lift truck without slack.

3. Insert the pole into a roll of carpet. Drive forward until the end of the roll contacts the receiver.

4. Raise the forks only as high as necessary to lift roll of carpet off the ground and to avoid contact with objects during transport. Do not leave a raised roll unattended. Always unload carpet pole before leaving the forklift.

MAINTENANCE

INSPECTIONS

Written records – Before using carpet pole for first time, make a written record of its appearance. Describe the condition of the frame, pole, clamping bolts, safety chain, and snap hook. Take photographs of each item and add them to the record. Take photographs of all labels applied to the carpet pole. Describe where each label is located. This record establishes normal condition. When conducting the following inspections, compare observations to the record to determine if a component is in normal condition. Do not use carpet pole unless every component is in normal condition. Cosmetic changes, like damaged paint/powder coat, do not constitute changes from normal condition. However, touchup paint should be applied to all affected areas as soon as damage occurs.

Before each use – perform the following inspections.

1. Check the surface of the pole for dirt or other matter.
2. Confirm integrity of hardware and fasteners, including but not limited to bolts, nuts, pins, snap hook and quick link. Normal operability of manually operated mechanisms (by hand or foot).
3. Examine pole and pole clamp for looseness or excessive wear, damage or indications of metal fatigue.
4. Inspect fork tubes for damage such as severe wear, thinned walls, significant corrosion and warps.
5. Confirm that the safety chain is in satisfactory condition. Look for broken, elongated and twisted links.
6. Check all labels. Replace labels that are damaged or not easily readable.
7. Examine the whole structure for rusting/metal erosion. Remove rust/corrosion with a steel bristle brush or steel wool. Clean the area and apply touchup paint.

During use – Check for abnormal, unstable or noisy movement.

Annual evaluation – At least once per year, authorized inspection personnel should use carpet pole to list a full capacity load. Afterwards, conduct a frequent inspection to confirm product is in normal condition.

End-users should implement a maintenance program to ensure product functions properly and is adequately maintained. The OSHA "General Industry" standard for "Powered industrial trucks" (29 CFR 1910.178) provides recommended maintenance procedures. The following steps should be utilized in conjunction with those procedures. Only trained, authorized personnel or contractors should perform inspection, maintenance, or repair work.

NOTE: End-user is responsible for selecting and training employees to work on carpet pole. "Work on" means use, inspect and maintain the product.

1. Tag the carpet pole, "Out of Service."
2. Remove any dirt or other matter from all surfaces.
3. Conduct a "Before each use" inspection. If deformity, corrosion, rusting or excessive wear of structural members is found, do not use the product. Permanently remove it from service.
4. Perform all necessary adjustments, replacements and/or repairs, but do not modify the carpet pole.

NOTE: User should understand the significant difference between necessary adjustments and repairs, and modifications. An "adjustment" is a simple correction that restores the device to normal condition, such as tightening loose fasteners or removing dirt or other debris from the surface. "Repair" refers to removing worn parts and installing replacement parts. A "modification" is a change that alters the carpet pole from normal condition, like bending the structural members or removing a part or several parts. Never modify the device without first obtaining express, written approval from Uline. Contact Uline Customer Service at 1-800-295-5510 for assistance. Modifications automatically void the limited warranty and might make the device unsafe to use.

1. Make a dated record of any repairs, adjustments and/or replacements.

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SEGURIDAD

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SÉCURITÉ