Product Manual

12/05 08-126-120
VESTIL MFG. CO./T&S EQPT. CO. 2 of 4
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & SAFETY CHECKS – S-FORK
MODELS -SL (W/ SWIVEL HOOK) AND -RL (RIGID HOOK)
(A) Before each use inspect for the following:
1.) Visible damage to the casting, the lifting hook, or the clevis.
2.) Proper operation of the load hook’s safety latch.
3.) Excessive play in the load hook swivel (-SL models only).
4.) The fork securing screws and the clevis bolt screw in easily.
5.) Apparent damage or fatigue to the safety strap (used to secure the S-FORK to the fork truck mast), or to
the safety latch at the end of the strap.
(B) Closely inspect each month for:
1.) Structural damage, deformation, or cracks to the body of the S-FORK.
2.) Signs of fatigue, cracks, or deformation to the clevis, the clevis attachment point, or the load hook.
3.) Proper operation of, and no damage to, the safety latch on the load hook.
4.) Excessive wear or damage to the fork securing screws.
5.) Excessive wear or deformation of the clevis or clevis bolt., .
6.) Signs of excessive wear or damage to any part of the safety strap, including the strap hook’s safety
latch.
7.) Legibility of all the information, safety, and warning markings.
(C) Yearly inspection
If possible, load the S-FORK to full rated capacity. Carefully observe the hook (and swivel on -SL models) for
looseness and for deflection of any of the hoisting hook’s parts. After the load is removed, closely inspect all
parts and surfaces for fatigue or deformation.
EXPLODED PARTS VIEW AND BILL OF MATERIALS -- S-FORK
Item: Qty. Part number Description
1 1 08-145-003-001 Clevis (2-ton)
3 1 08-145-001 Lifting hook w/ safety latch (2-ton)
4 1 08-145-003-A Screw, clevis
5A 1 08-025-004 Screw, fork securing, ¾” x 2” lg
5B 1 08-025-008 Screw, fork securing, ¾” x 4” lg
6 1 08-145-027 Securing strap w/ safety latch
7 1 08-028-098 Casting