Vestil DLT series User Manual

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If the object has to be removed from a container or be lifted over an obstacle, continue to grasp the hoist
hook. You MUST use a different device if you will not be able to maintain the safe stance described in Rule
3.

If you are using a motorized trolley:

• DO NOT push or pull either the tongs or the die. Allow the trolley to supply all movement. Your hold on

the hook is a means ONLY for stabilizing the load.

If you are using a manual trolley,

• Grasp the hoist hook with one hand. DO NOT push/pull the die in the direction of travel. Use the hand

that grasps the hoist hook to move the trolley and to steer the load in the intended direction.

Step 7: Move the load to the desired location. Refer to the “Warning” messages and the included lifting
rules on p. 8-9. Position the die above the intended location.

Step 8: Lower the die to the ground/supporting surface (photo 13). Make sure that the tongs are not
swinging or rotating, and then slowly lower the die until it contacts the ground/surface. Cease lowering
the load as soon as contact is made. DO NOT remove the die from the tongs until you appropriately
immobilize it so that it cannot roll, fall over, or move in an uncontrolled manner. Lower the tongs until the
hook weldments contact the ground/surface; then open the tongs to release the die. [NOTE: In the
following photographs, the die weighs little and lacks dangerous projections that could cause injury, and
thus is easily controlled by the operator.] If you cannot easily control BOTH the tongs and die, find
someone to help you. However, despite these suggestions you should always use the procedure(s)
developed by your employer for safely handling dies.

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