ALUMINUM ADJUSTABLE-HEIGHT GANTRY CRANE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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1 AHA manual 1111 rev. 1/5/01 ALUMINUM ADJUSTABLE-HEIGHT GANTRY CRANE INSTRUCTION MANUAL VESTIL MANUFACTURING CORP. 999 NORTH WAYNE STREET, P.O. BOX 507, ANGOLA, IN 4670 TELEPHONE: (60) OR- TOLL FREE (800) FAX: (60) URL: UNOTEU: Compliance with statues, regulations, and codes enforced in the location where the product is used is exclusively the responsibility of the end user. Compliance with any Standard published by non-governmental groups like ANSI, CSA, or ISO is entirely voluntary, unless incorporated by reference or reproduced in law or regulation. Table of Contents Table of Figures Product Introduction. Fig. 1 AHA--8-8, -8-10, & -8-1 exploded parts diagram.. 5 Safety Principles... 4 Fig. AHA--10-8, , & exploded parts diagram 6 Safety Guidelines.. 4 Fig. AHA--1-8, -1-10, & -1-1 exploded parts diagram 7 Assembly Instructions Fig. 4 AHA--15-8, , & exploded parts diagram 8 Use Instructions & Proper Loading 1 Fig. 5 AHA-4-8-8, , & exploded parts diagram.. 9 Festoon Kit (option). Fig. 6 AHA , , & exploded parts diagram 10 Inspections & Maintenance Fig. 7 AHA-4-1-8, , & exploded parts diagram 11 Label Placement Diagram.. 4 Fig. 8 AHA , , & exploded parts diagram 1 Limited Warranty.. 5 Fig. 9 AHA-6-8-8, , & exploded parts diagram.. 1 Fig. 10 AHA , , & exploded parts diagram. 14 Fig. 11 AHA-6-1-8, , & exploded parts diagram. 15 Fig. 1 AHA , , & exploded parts diagram. 16 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp.

2 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an Aluminum Adjustable-Height gantry crane ( crane, gantry crane, or simply AHA ). Each AHA conforms to generalized performance specifications disclosed in this manual, and fulfills our demanding standards for quality, safety and durability. Although operation and assembly are relatively intuitive, all persons who might participate in assembly, use or maintenance of this crane must familiarize themselves with the instructions provided in this manual. Each of the AHA-series variants listed below is distinguishable by load rating, beam length, and vertical travel range. Specifications for each variant appear in the table below: Model Load Rating (Capacity) in Pounds (kg) Overall Beam Length & Height in Feet and Inches (meters & centimeters) Vertical Travel Range in Feet and Inches (meters and centimeters) Base Width in Inches (cm) Flange Width in Inches (cm) Net Weight in Pounds (kg) AHA--8-8 AHA AHA--8-1 AHA AHA AHA AHA--1-8 AHA AHA--1-1 AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA AHA ,000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg),000 (~909kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 4,000 (~1818kg) 6,000 (~77kg) 6,000 (~77kg) 8ft.(L) 6in. (H) m 59cm (L) 15.cm (H) 8ft.(L) 6in. (H) m 59cm (L) 15.cm (H) 8ft.(L) 6in. (H) m 59cm (L) 15.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) 8ft. (L) 8in. (H) m44cm (L) 0.cm (H) 8ft. (L) 8in. (H) m44cm (L) 0.cm (H) 8ft. (L) 8in. (H) m44cm (L) 0.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 5cm (L) 0.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 5cm (L) 0.cm (H) 10ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 5cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 15ft. (L) 10in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 15ft. (L) 10in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 15ft. (L) 10in. (H) 4m 57cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 8ft. (L) 10in. (H) m 44cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 8ft. (L) 10in. (H) m 44cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 5ft. 8in. to 8ft. in. 1m 7cm to m 49cm 7ft. 8in. to 10ft. in. m 4cm to m 10cm 9ft. 6in. to 1ft. m 90cm to m 66cm 6ft. in. to 8ft. in. 1m 88cm to m 49cm 8ft. in. to 10ft. in. m 49cm to m 10cm 65in. (~165cm) 65in. (~165cm).1in. (~8.41cm).1in. (~8.41cm).1in. (~8.41cm).1in. (~8.41cm).1in. (~8.41cm).1in. (~8.41cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4in. (~10.cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.17in. (~10.6cm) 4.66in. (~11.8cm) 4.66in. (~11.8cm) 4.66in. (~11.8cm) 4.66in. (~11.8cm) 4.66in. (~11.8cm) 71 (~1kg) 80 (~17kg) 95 (~14kg) 8 (~19kg) 94 (~14kg) 10 (~141kg) 0 (~18kg) 5 (~148kg) 40 (~155kg) 5 (~160kg) 64 (~166kg) 7 (~170kg) 4 (~147kg) 60 (~164kg) 75 (~170kg) 88 (~176kg) 405 (~184kg) 41 (~196kg) 5 (~160kg) 41 (~191kg) 446 (~0kg) 475 (~16kg) 498 (~6kg) 519 (~6kg) 474 (~15kg) 510 (~kg) Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page of 5

3 AHA ,000 8ft. (L) 10in. (H) 10ft. in. to 1ft. in. 65in. 4.66in. 55 (~77kg) m 44cm (L) 5.4cm (H) m 10cm to m 71cm (~165cm) (~11.8cm) (~9kg) AHA ,000 10ft. (L) 10in. (H) 6ft. in. to 8ft. in. 65in. 4.66in. 58 (~77kg) m 5cm (L) 5.4cm (H) 1m 88cm to m 49cm (~165cm) (~11.8cm) (~45kg) AHA ,000 10ft. (L) 10in. (H) 8ft. in. to 10ft. in. 65in. 4.66in. 555 (~77kg) m 5cm (L) 5.4cm (H) m 49cm to m 10cm (~165cm) (~11.8cm) (~5kg) AHA ,000 10ft. (L) 10in. (H) 10ft. in. to 1ft. in. 65in. 4.66in. 581 (~77kg) m 5cm (L) 5.4cm (H) m 10cm to m 71cm (~165cm) (~11.8cm) (~64kg) AHA ,000 1ft. (L) 1in. (H) 6ft. in. to 8ft. in. 65in. 7in. 50 (~77kg) m 66cm (L) 0.5cm (H) 1m 88cm to m 49cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~8kg) AHA ,000 1ft. (L) 1in. (H) 8ft. in. to 10ft. in. 65in. 7in. 571 (~77kg) m 66cm (L) 0.5cm (H) m 49cm to m 10cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~60kg) AHA ,000 1ft. (L) 1in. (H) 10ft. in. to 1ft. in. 65in. 7in. 596 (~77kg) m 66cm (L) 0.5cm (H) m 10cm to m 71cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~71kg) AHA ,000 15ft. (L) 1in. (H) 6ft. in. to 8ft. in. 65in. 7in. 605 (~77kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.5cm (H) 1m 88cm to m 49cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~75kg) AHA ,000 15ft. (L) 1in. (H) 8ft. in. to 10ft. in. 65in. 7in. 68 (~77kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.5cm (H) m 49cm to m 10cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~86kg) AHA ,000 15ft. (L) 1in. (H) 10ft. in. to 1ft. in. 65in. 7in. 649 (~77kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.5cm (H) m 10cm to m 71cm (~165cm) (~17.8cm) (~95kg) Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Cranes with Pneumatic Casters AHA PNU 1,500 8ft. (L) 6in. (H) 6ft. to 8ft. 6in..1in. 9 (~68kg) m 44cm (L) 15.cm (H) 1m 8cm to 15.cm (~8.41cm) (~1kg) AHA PNU 1,500 8ft. (L) 6in. (H) 8ft. to 10ft. 6in..1in. 97 (~68kg) m 44cm (L) 15.cm (H) m 44cm to m 0cm (~8.41cm) (~15kg) AHA PNU 1,500 8ft. (L) 6in. (H) 9ft. 10in. to 1ft. 6in..1in. 1 (~68kg) m 44cm (L) 15.cm (H) m to m 81cm (~8.41cm) (~14kg) AHA PNU 1,500 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) 6ft. to 8ft. 6in..1in. 00 (~68kg) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) 1m 8cm to 15.cm (~8.41cm) (~16kg) AHA PNU 1,500 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) 8ft. to 10ft. 6in..1in. 11 (~68kg) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) m 44cm to m 0cm (~8.41cm) (~141kg) AHA PNU 1,500 10ft. (L) 6in. (H) 9ft. 10in. to 1ft. 6in..1in. 7 (~68kg) m 5cm (L) 15.cm (H) m to m 81cm (~8.41cm) (~149kg) AHA PNU 1,500 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) 6ft. to 8ft. 6in. 4.00in. 0 (~68kg) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1m 8cm to 15.cm (~10.cm) (~145kg) AHA PNU 1,500 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) 8ft. to 10ft. 6in. 4.00in. 4 (~68kg) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) m 44cm to m 0cm (~10.cm) (~156kg) AHA PNU 1,500 1ft. (L) 8in. (H) 9ft. 10in. to 1ft. 6in. 4.00in. 57 (~68kg) m 66cm (L) 0.cm (H) m to m 81cm (~10.cm) (~16kg) AHA PNU 1,500 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 6ft. to 8ft. 6in. 4.17in. 70 (~68kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) 1m 8cm to 15.cm (~10.6cm) (~168kg) AHA PNU 1,500 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 8ft. to 10ft. 6in. 4.17in. 81 (~68kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) m 44cm to m 0cm (~10.6cm) (~17kg) AHA PNU 1,500 15ft. (L) 8in. (H) 9ft. 10in. to 1ft. 6in. 4.17in. 90 (~68kg) 4m 57cm (L) 0.cm (H) m to m 81cm (~10.6cm) (~177kg) AHA Option Description AHA-/4-TLC TOTAL LOCKING CASTERS (SET OF 4; ONLY FOR,000 & 4,000LB. CAPACITY MODELS) AHA-PNU-RF RETROFIT FOUR-WAY LOCKING PNEUMATIC CASTERS (1,500 POUND CAPACITY) AHA-/4-V 8IN. X IN. V-GROOVE WHEELS (SET OF 4;,000 & 4,000LB. CAPACITY MODELS ONLY) AHA-/4-V4 8IN. X IN. V-GROOVE WHEELS (SET OF 4 WITH 4-POSITION LOCK; ONLY FOR,000 & 4,000LB. CAPACITY MODELS) AHA-KIT () COME-ALONG FOR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ONLY Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page of 5

4 SAFETY PRINCIPLES Vestil Manufacturing Corp. recognizes the critical importance of workplace safety. Employers are responsible for instructing employees to use the product properly. UAny personu, who might foreseeably assemble, use, repair, or perform maintenance on the crane, must read and understand every instruction BEFORE engaging in the activity. Crane users should have access to the manual at all times and should review the directions as necessary. If you do not understand an instruction, ask your supervisor or employer for clarification. Failure to adhere to the directions in this manual might lead to serious personal injury or even death. Although Vestil diligently strives to identify foreseeable hazardous situations, this manual cannot address every conceivable danger. The end-user is ultimately responsible for exercising sound judgment at all times. Vestil is not liable for any injury or property damage that occurs as a consequence of failing to apply the recommended maintenance and use instructions that appear either in this manual or on labels affixed to the product. This manual classifies personal injury risks and situations that could lead to property damage with SIGNAL WORDS. These signal words announce an associated safety message. The reader must understand that the signal word chosen indicates the seriousness of the described hazard. Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, UWILLU 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 crane. USAFETY GUIDELINES Failure to read and understand the instructions included in this manual before using or maintaining the crane constitutes misuse of the product. Electrocution might result if the crane contacts electrified wires. Reduce the likelihood that an operator or bystander might be electrocuted by applying common sense: DO NOT assemble or use the crane in an area where it might contact electrified wires; DO NOT contact electrified wires with the crane. Material handling is dangerous. Improper or careless operation might result in serious personal injuries sustained by crane user(s) or bystanders. Always apply the following: Before using the crane, always inspect the usage area for conditions that might require special precautions. DO NOT use a structurally damaged/malfunctioning crane. ALWAYS inspect the crane before each use according to the inspection instructions on p.. DO NOT use the crane unless it passes every part of the prescribed inspection, i.e. do not use the crane if it is damaged. DO NOT attempt to lift a load that weighs more than the rated load of your crane model (see Table on p. -; capacity labels on product; label placement diagram on p. ). DO NOT stand beneath or travel under the crane if a load is suspended, and DO NOT permit any person to stand beneath or travel under the load. Inform all persons in the area that you are going to use the crane; instruct them to stay clear of the crane and the supported load during operation. DO NOT allow people to ride on the load or climb on the crane. ALWAYS load the crane according to Proper loading recommendations on p. 1. Failure to properly load the crane might cause the load to swing as it rises; a swinging load might cause serious injury to user(s) or others as a consequence. DO NOT use the crane if any label (see p. 1) is unreadable, damaged, or absent. Contact Vestil for replacement label(s) as needed. DO NOT use the crane to transport loads; ONLY use the crane to lift loads! Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 4 of 5

5 UFIG. 1U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA--8-8, AHA--8-10, & AHA--8-1 Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ¾ in. x / 4 in. clevis pin AHA--8-8 telescoping tube, or AHA telescoping tube, or AHA--8-1 telescoping tube in. I-beam extrusion ,000lb.max. rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin 6 08 / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut ½ in. x in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster Top end cap weldment frame I-beam clamp weldment Knob B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 5 of 5

6 UFIG. U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA--10-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ¾ in. x / 4 in. clevis pin AHA telescoping tube, or AHA telescoping tube, or AHA telescoping tube in. I-beam extrusion ,000lb.max. rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin 6 08 / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut ½ in. x in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster Top end cap weldment frame I-beam clamp weldment Knob B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 6 of 5

7 UFIG. U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA--1-8, AHA--1-10, & AHA--1-1 Item no. Part no. Description Quantity AHA--1-8 telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA--1-1 telescoping tube Leg weldment ¾ in. x / 4 in. clevis pin in. I-beam extrusion ,000lb.max. rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin 7 08 / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut ½ in. x in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer Top end cap weldment frame GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster I-beam clamp weldment Knob 8 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 7 of 5

8 UFIG. 4U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA--15-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity AHA telescoping tube frame AHA telescoping tube frame AHA telescoping tube frame Leg weldment ¾ in. x / 4 in. clevis pin in. I-beam extrusion ,000lb. maximum rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin 7 08 / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut ½ in. x in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer Top end cap weldment frame GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster I-beam clamp weldment Knob 8 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 8 of 5

9 UFIG. 5U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA-4-8-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ,000lb. maximum rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube in. I-beam extrusion ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer ½ in. x ½ in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip ¾ in. x 4½ in. clevis pin / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster I-beam clamp weldment Knob Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 9 of 5

10 UFIG. 6U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA , AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ,000lb. maximum rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube in. I-beam extrusion ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer ½ in. x ½ in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip ¾ in. x 4½ in. clevis pin / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster I-beam clamp weldment Knob Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 10 of 5

11 UFIG. 7U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA-4-1-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ,000lb. maximum rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube in. I-beam extrusion ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer ½ in. x ½ in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip ¾ in. x 4½ in. clevis pin / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster I-beam clamp weldment Knob Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 11 of 5

12 UFIG. 8U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA , AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity ,000lb. maximum rated load aluminum casting ¾ in. retaining pin AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube 4 66 ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer ½ in. x ½ in. zinc-plated retaining clevis pin / 8 in. x 5 / 8 in. #11 Hitch pin clip ¾ in. x 4½ in. clevis pin / 8 in. zinc-plated SAE flat washer / 8 in. 16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. 16 zinc-plated hex nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. 1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination GFN-8/-S 4-way swivel lock caster in. H aluminum I-beam extrusion I-beam clamp weldment Knob Leg weldment 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 1 of 5

13 UFIG. 9U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA-6-8-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube Leg set weldment PH-8/-RB-4-Way swivel lock caster ½ in. 1 x 1½ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt ¾ in. retaining pin ½ in. zinc-plated clevis pin / 8 in. 16 x in. 5 / 8 in. #11 hitch pin 8 66 ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer ½ in. 1 nylon insert lock nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. -1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. -1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination in. H aluminum I-beam extrusion I-beam clamp weldment Knob Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 1 of 5

14 UFIG. 10U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA , AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity Leg set weldment PH-8/-RB-4-Way swivel lock caster ½ in. 1 x 1½ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt ¾ in. retaining pin ½ in. zinc-plated clevis pin / 8 in. 16 x in. 5 / 8 in. #11 hitch pin 7 66 ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube ½ in. 1 nylon insert lock nut Top cap weldment B ½ in. -1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. -1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination in. H aluminum I-beam extrusion I-beam clamp weldment Knob Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 14 of 5

15 UFIG. 11U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA-6-1-8, AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity Leg set weldment PH-8/-RB-4-Way swivel lock caster ½ in. 1 x 1½ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt ¾ in. retaining pin ½ in. zinc-plated clevis pin / 8 in. 16 x in. 5 / 8 in. #11 hitch pin 7 66 ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube ½ in. 1 nylon insert lock nut in. H aluminum I-beam extrusion Top cap weldment B ½ in. -1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. -1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination I-beam clamp weldment Knob Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 15 of 5

16 UFIG. 1U: Adjustable Height Aluminum Gantry Crane models AHA , AHA , & AHA Item no. Part no. Description Quantity Leg set weldment PH-8/-RB-4-Way swivel lock caster ½ in. 1 x 1½ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt ¾ in. retaining pin ½ in. zinc-plated clevis pin / 8 in. 16 x in. 5 / 8 in. #11 hitch pin 7 66 ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube AHA telescoping tube ½ in. 1 nylon insert lock nut in. H aluminum I-beam extrusion Top cap weldment B ½ in. -1 x ½ in. A5 structural nut & bolt combination A ½ in. -1 A5 structural nut & bolt combination I-beam clamp weldment Knob Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 16 of 5

17 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: If the crane is improperly assembled, it might malfunction and result in serious personal injuries. Read this instruction manual in its entirety before assembling the crane; only assemble the crane if you fully understand both the associated risks and the manufacturer-approved assembly procedure discussed below. Failure to apply the assembly procedure described in Steps 1-8 below constitutes misuse of the product. ONLY qualified personnel should assemble the crane. DO NOT modify the crane in any way Uunless and untilu you receive written approval from Vestil. DO NOT use the crane if you notice damage to or deformation of the beam, teletubes, or any component of either of the leg assemblies. Using the crane despite weakness of a structural component could result in crane collapse. DO NOT use the crane if any of the hardware (bolts, nuts, clamps, etc.) is damaged; you could sustain serious injuries if the crane collapses. Contact Vestil to order replacement parts. DO NOT use the crane if any of the casters is damaged. A damaged caster may cause the crane to tip over, and the possibility that the crane will tip increases while it is used to hoist or support a load. Modifying the crane in any way automatically voids the limited warranty. This crane can be used outdoors. However, it should be sheltered from the weather when not in use. Inspect the crane for damage before each use. UStep 1U: [,000 lb. AHA--#-# and 4,000 lb. AHA-4-#-# models only] Attach the leg weldments and yokes Insert the end of each leg weldment into one of the leg openings of the yoke (circled) as shown below. Fasten the leg weldments to the yoke with clevis pins (AHA- models part no ; AHA-4 models part no ), and then secure the clevis pins by feeding a hitch pin through the hitch pin opening (in the clevis pin). Stabilize the leg weldments in the yoke by winding a knob through yoke until the end of the knob presses firmly against the leg. Diagram 1: Attach leg weldments to yoke ¾ in. diameter clevis pin ( or ) Hitch pin opening Caster mount bracket / 8 in x 1¼ in. knob Leg weldment Hitch pin Yoke Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 17 of 5

18 Step : Fasten teletubes to leg assemblies (AHA-6-#-# series; 6,000 lb. capacity models) or yokes (,000 lb. and 4,000 lb. models). UNOTE: If you ordered a Come-along kit, perform Step 8 on p. 1 first. Insert the teletubes through the sleeves of the leg assemblies or yokes. Align the rd pinhole in each teletube with the pinhole in the leg assemblies or yoke as is depicted in Diagram A below. Pin each teletube to a leg assembly through the same ( rd ) pinhole with adjustment pins (see Diagram A below as well as the exploded parts diagrams on p. 5-16). Diagram A: Teletube-to-Leg Assembly Connections Caster mount bracket Adjustment pin (part no ) Pin teletube to leg assembly Yoke Leg weldment Diagram B: Top Cap-to-Teletube Connection Knob Teletube Hitch pin ½ in. -1 x ½ in. A5 structural bolt Welded beam clamp A5 Nut ½in. zincplated lock washer ½in. x in. zincplated clevis pin Hitch pin Top cap Step : Attach 1 welded beam clamp to each top cap Diagram A Measure width of I-beam flange (double arrow) ½ of flange width Centerline of beam bracket Dashed area represents width of beam flange Beam bracket Diagram B Centerline of beam bracket Centerline of beam flange Measure the flange width of the I-beam. Find the center of the beam bracket and measure half the width of the flange on either side of the centerline. Identify the 4 bolt holes in the beam bracket that lie just outside the width of the beam flange. Feed A5 structural bolts through those 4 bolt holes of a welded beam clamp as shown at right. Slide a lock washer onto each bolt, and then secure the bolts with A5 structural nuts. Do not fully tighten the nuts at this point. Welded beam clamp A5 structural nut ½ in. zinc-plated lock washer A5 structural bolt Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 18 of 5

19 Step 4: Fasten the teletubes to the I-beam. Insert the flange of the I-beam into the gap between the beam clamp and the beam bracket (see dotted oval and arrow in Diagram 4B below); then secure the flange on the opposite side to the beam bracket by installing another beam clamp as shown in Diagram 4A. Diagram 4A: End View of I-beam Connection to Beam Bracket of Teletube Diagram. 4B: Clamp the I-beam to the tops of the teletubes Top cap I-beam 1 Welded beam clamp Teletube Diagram 4C: Exploded Parts View of Beam Clamp Connection to Top Cap I-beam Diagram 4D: Top view of beam connection to teletube 4 Welded beam bracket Lower beam flange 1 Beam bracket Teletube *Item no. Part no. Description Quantity 1 66 ½ in. lock washer A ½ in. 1 structural nut B ½ in. 1 x ½ in. bolt Welded beam clamp 4 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 19 of 5

20 Step 5: Tighten the beam clamp fasteners. Make sure that the I-beam is centered on the beam brackets and that the beam clamps significantly overlap the beam flange on both sides. Step 6: Stand the crane on its feet. Rotate the crane onto its feet in a controlled manner. [For instance, attach a hoist chain to the I-beam and then slowly raise the beam until the crane rotates to stand on its feet. Alternatively, raise the crane with a fork truck: Position the forks under the I-beam and slowly raise the beam until the crane rotates onto its feet in a controlled manner.] Approach the crane with a fork truck from this side, and slide the forks under the I- beam. Diagram 6: Rotate crane onto its feet Slowly raise the beam and slowly drive forward until the crane stands on its feet. DO NOT raise the beam unless all other persons have moved to a location away from and behind the fork truck. Step 7: Connect the casters to the legs (Diagrams 5A & 5B show standard casters). Attach each caster to the caster mount bracket of each leg using the hardware shown in Diagrams 5A & 5B. Raise the crane 8 to 10 inches off of the ground with a fork lift or hoist. Position a caster underneath each foot as shown in the diagram below and fasten it to the caster mount bracket. / 8 in. -16 x 1¼ in. HHCS # zinc-plated bolt / 8 in. SAE zinc-plated flat washer ½ in. 1 nylon insert lock nut / 8 in. zinc-plated lock washer / 8 in. zinc-plated hex nut ½ in. -1 x 1½ in. HHCS # zincplated bolt Slide a lock washer followed by a flat washer onto a 1¼ in. bolt, and feed the bolt up through the bolt holes in the caster and caster mount bracket. Put a lock washer onto the bolt and fasten a nut to the end of the bolt. Diagram 7A: Caster installation for,000 pound and 4,000 pound capacity models (AHA--#-# and AHA-4-#-#) Diagram 7B: Caster installation for 6,000 lb. capacity models (AHA-6-#-#) Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 0 of 5

21 Step 8: If you have a Come-Along kit used to manually adjust the height of the crane, install the cable loops before inserting the teletubes. Twist the cable loop into an 8 and fold the top of the 8 over onto the bottom part of the 8 (this will double loop the cable). Then slide the doubled loop onto the yoke. Use Instructions NOTE: Before using the crane for the first time, perform the Initial Inspection described on p.. Crane operators are responsible for operating the crane in a safe manner. To reduce the likelihood of serious personal injuries or death resulting as a consequence of negligent operation: Only use this crane if you are qualified and trained to use it. The operating instructions in this manual supplement safe crane and hoist operation practices learned during your training program. ALWAYS apply the safe material handling practices learned from your training program. All personnel not participating in the use of the crane must stay out of the area during use. Be certain no part of any person or object is under any part of the boom (I-beam) or the suspended load at any time and particularly before lowering it. Instruct all persons to remain at a safe distance during operation. Always carefully watch the boom and any load hanging from it while using the crane. Always follow the hoist and trolley manufacturers instructions regarding proper use of their products. BEFORE the load is connected to the hoist, lock or immobilize the casters (for instance with chocks). DO NOT use the crane and notify your supervisor and authorized maintenance personnel if: 1) you observe any damage or hear unusual noise during operation; or ) you observe any warping or deformation of the beam, the teletubes, the load hook or chain/cable. Proper loading: Position the trolley and hoist directly above the load. Center the trolley and hoist above the center of the load and position the long axis of the I-beam above the center of the load. Proper positioning is diagrammed in Fig. 6. Connect the load to the hoist chain/cable, according to the instructions supplied with your hoist and the method applied at your work site; then raise the load only as high as is necessary to position it. Once the load is properly centered above the work location, lower the load until it is fully supported by the ground or work surface and disconnect the load from the hoist. Return the crane to its storage locations. If you must move the load to a different location, return the load to the ground or other supporting surface, e.g. pallet, and disconnect it from the hoist. Move the crane and load separately to the desired work location. Only use the crane to lift loads. Diagram 8A: Center the trolley above the center of the load Diagram 8B: Center the long axis of the I-beam above the center of the load. Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 1 of 5

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23 Inspections and Maintenance Owner(s)/end-user(s) of the crane should apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) crane inspection procedures (see 9 CFR by visiting and navigate to Regulations ; then to General Industry standards, section However, the end-user should realize that occupational safety and health laws and regulations of the state where the crane is used, rather than federal OSHA regulations, are controlling authority). Inspections are classified according to the intervals at which inspection should be performed. The identity of the components to be inspected and the degree to which those components wear, deteriorate, or malfunction determine how frequently you must inspect the crane. 9 CFR (j) describes the various inspections the end user is responsible for performing on this crane: 1. Initial inspection before a new or modified crane may be used for the first time, it must be inspected to insure normal condition. Conduct a Frequent inspection as described next. After the first use, the crane end-user/owner must conduct the following types of inspection:. Frequent inspection [9 CFR (j)(1)(ii)(a)] Daily to monthly intervals. The following items shall be inspected for defects at the intervals specifically indicated, including observation during operation for any defects which might appear between inspections. All deficiencies such as those listed shall be carefully examined to determine whether they constitute a safety hazard: [Inspect daily] All functional operating mechanisms (wheels/casters, teletubes, leg tubes, pins, and yokes) for maladjustment interfering with proper operation. Verify that the wheels/casters roll smoothly by pushing/pulling the crane 4-6 feet in one direction. [Inspect daily] Look for deterioration or leakage in lines, tanks, valves, drain pumps, and other parts of air or hydraulic systems. [not applicable] [Inspect daily (visually); inspect monthly and make a certification record, which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and the serial number (or other identifier) of the hook inspected] Hooks with deformation or cracks. Immediately discard hooks with cracks or that have a throat opening that is more than 15 percent in excess of normal throat opening, or that are twisted more than 10 from the plane of the unbent hook. [Inspect daily (visually); monthly inspection with a certification record which includes the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier of the chain which was inspected] Hoist chains, including end connections, for excessive wear, twist, distorted links interfering with proper function, or stretch beyond hoist manufacturer's recommendations. [Inspect weekly] All functional operating mechanisms (wheels/casters, teletubes, leg tubes, pins, and yokes, bolts and nuts, including anchor bolts and nuts) for excessive wear. [Inspect weekly] Rope reeving for noncompliance with hoist manufacturer's recommendations.. Periodic inspection [9 CFR (j)(1)(ii)(b)] 1 to 1-month intervals. Complete inspections of the crane shall be performed at intervals depending upon its activity, severity of service, and environment, or as specifically indicated below. Perform all of the requirements described for frequent inspections and the following bulleted items. Carefully examine the crane for any problems such as those listed below to determine whether they constitute a safety hazard: Deformed, cracked, or corroded members. Loose bolts or rivets. Cracked or worn sheaves and drums. Worn, cracked or distorted parts such as pins, bearings, shafts, gears, rollers, locking and clamping devices. Excessive wear on brake system parts, linings, pawls, and ratchets. Load, wind, and other indicators over their full range, for any significant inaccuracies. Gasoline, diesel, electric, or other power plants for improper performance or noncompliance with applicable safety requirements. Excessive wear of chain drive sprockets and excessive chain stretch. Electrical apparatus, for signs of pitting or any deterioration of controller contactors, limit switches and pushbutton stations. Cranes not in regular use: for each of the bullet points below, in addition to the crane inspection all rope which has been idle for a period of a month or more due to shutdown or storage of a crane on which it is installed must be given a thorough inspection before it is used. An appointed person, whose approval is required before the rope may be used, must inspect the rope for all types of deterioration. A certification record must be available for inspection. The record must include at least the date of inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection and an identifier for the rope inspected. Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page of 5

24 A crane which has been idle for a period of 1 month or more, but less than 6 months, shall undergo a Frequent inspection before being returned to service. A crane which has been idle for a period of over 6 months shall be given a Complete inspection before placing in service. Standby cranes shall be given a Frequent inspection at least semi-annually (twice per year; 1 inspection each 6 months). Product Markings and Labels NOTE: Periodically inspect the labels affixed to the product. Clean the labels as necessary to maintain legibility from a reasonable, safe viewing distance as recommended in ANSI Z55.4 (section 10.1). Contact the manufacturer for replacement labels. Label #599 #97 #98 (Both Sides of I-Beam) Label #91 Label #87 Label #56 Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 4 of 5

25 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 if the part is 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. What is an 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 ) a written request for warranty service including your name and phone number. Send requests by any of the following methods: Mail Fax Vestil Manufacturing Corporation (60) sales@vestil.com 999 North Wayne Street, PO Box 507 Phone Angola, IN 4670 (60) In the written request, list the parts believed to be defective and include the address where replacements should be delivered. What is covered under the warranty? 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 may require you to send the entire product, or just the defective part or parts, to its facility in Angola, IN. The warranty covers defects in the following original dynamic components: motors, hydraulic pumps, electronic controllers, switches 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 components is 90 days. The warranty period begins on the date when Vestil ships the product to the warrantee. If the product was purchased from an authorized distributor, the period begins when the distributor ships the product. Vestil may extend the warranty period for products shipped from authorized distributors by up to 0 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? 1. Labor;. Freight;. Occurrence of any of the following automatically voids the warranty: Product misuse; Negligent operation or repair; Corrosion or use in corrosive conditions; Inadequate or improper maintenance; Damage sustained during shipping; Accidents involving the product; Unauthorized modifications: DO NOT modify the product IN ANY WAY without first receiving written authorization from Vestil. Modification(s) might make the product unsafe to use or might cause excessive and/or abnormal wear. 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. Copyright 011 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 5 of 5