Vestil DD-Series - Manual (Page 2)

rev. 11/19/2012 Drum deheader, manual.doc
SIGNAL WORDS
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood of personal injuries, as well as the probable
seriousness of those injuries, if the product is misused in the ways described. Other signal words call attention to
uses of the product likely cause property damage.
The signal words used appear below along with the meaning of each word:
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.
Each person who assembles, installs, uses, or maintains this product should read the entire manual in advance
and fully understand the directions. If after reading the manual you do not understand an instruction, ask
your supervisor or employer for clarification, because failure to adhere to the directions in this manual
might result in serious personal injury.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Vestil diligently strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material
handling is inherently dangerous and no manual can address every conceivable risk. The end-user ultimately is
responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times.
If this product is used improperly or carelessly, the operator and/or bystanders might sustain serious
personal injuries.
 Failure to read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using or servicing the product is a
misuse of the product. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance procedures as
necessary.
 DO NOT use the deheader to grasp and drag drums. Only use this device as a means for removing drum lids.
 DO NOT modify the deheader in any way UNLESS you first obtain written approval from Vestil. Unauthorized
modifications automatically void the limited warranty (see p. 4) and might make the deheader unsafe to use.
Proper use, maintenance, and storage are essential for this product to function properly.
o Always use this product in accordance with the instructions in this manual and consistent with any training relevant
to drum deheaders.
o
Keep the product clean & dry.
o Periodically lubricate moving parts.
Grip
Rim catch
Adjustment knob
Adjustment
stem
Blade
Handle
Channel of
rim catch
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