Before Use:
Make sure the operator is well qualied to operate the
specic telehandler model to be used, has read and
understands this manual and has reviewed the telehandler
operator’s manual for any additional requirements,
limitations, restrictions, or additional safety procedures
prescribed by the telehandler manufacturer when using
this type of attachment. The telehandler operator must
also be properly certied under OSHA requirements to
operate the telehandler to be used.
Inspect the Truss Boom to make sure it is in good condition.
There must not be any broken welds, deformation of the
steel tube or other component, nor any cracks in the steel.
Inspect the pintle-hitch to make sure it is complete, and in
good condition. Make sure the Truss Boom quick-tach is
fully compatible with the specic telehandler being used.
Make sure the quick-tach retaining pin(s) or attachment is
properly engaged. Check that all decals are in place and
legible. The following decals are required: “Product Label”,
“Empty Weight”, and “Rated Lift Capacity”. Replacement
decals are available from a Star dealer. If any defects or
damage are found discontinue use until corrections or a
safety assessment can be made by qualied personnel.
Make sure personnel involved understand any hand
signals that will be required and all involved personnel
understand what will be required of them.
Make sure the travel path is clear of obstructions and that
adequate clearance will be maintained from all power
lines.
Rated Capacities:
The rated capacity as shown in specications also appears
on the Truss Boom decal. Be aware that this capacity is
for the Truss Boom itself and does not in any way reect
the capacity of the telehandler. Refer to the telehandler’s
load chart for a respective length Truss Boom and the
telehandler’s operator’s manual for any limitations and/or
restrictions when using this type of attachment.
Never exceed the rated capacities of the truss boom except
for the purpose of a test and then do not exceed 125% of
its rated capacity. Also make sure that the load rating for
slings, chains, or straps used with the Truss Boom are
equal to or exceed the rating of both the telehandler and
Truss Boom, if not; always limit the load to the lowest rated
part of the lifting system.
Upon notication, Star Industries will advise if the product
will need to be returned to Star Industries for inspection
and/or repair, or If the Star Dealer, or other entity, can be
authorized to make the inspection/repair at their location,
or if circumstances dictate other solutions. Dealer or other
entity repairs must have prior written authorization. A “cost
of repair” estimate will be required prior to authorization.
Reimbursement will be at the current “Star Warranty Labor
Rate” and will not include reimbursement for o-site travel.
A Warranty Claim Form must be submitted within 45 days
of warranty repair authorization to receive credit for repair.
A return authorization number must be obtained from Star
Industries before a product can be returned for inspection
and/or warranty and that number must appear on the
return shipping label. Upon inspection, Star Industries will
determine if the product is defective and if so, whether it
will be repaired or replaced. Repair or replacement is at
the discretion of Star Industries. Transportation charges
to Star Industries are not covered under the warranty and
must be prepaid by dealer or customer unless it is within
the rst two years of warranty. In which case, if evidence
acceptable to Star Industries, is provided that the product
is defective and the return is from within the continental
United States or Canada, Star will arrange for return
shipment at Star Industries expense. Products found to
be defective within the initial two year period and returned
to Star Industries for repair or replacement will be returned
to the dealer or customer freight prepaid providing it is
within the continental United States or Canada. Warranted
products to be shipped outside the United States or
Canada and those warranted after the initial 2 years will
be shipped freight collect. Unwarrantable products will
be returned freight collect at the request of the dealer or
customer, otherwise they will be destroyed.
Star’s obligation under this warranty shall not include
costs of installation, duty, taxes or any other charges
whatsoever or any liability for direct, indirect, incidental
or consequential damages or delay. Star’s liability for any
and all losses and damage to purchaser resulting from any
cause whatsoever, including negligence or breach of form
of warranty, express or implied by Star, alleged damage
for defective goods, irrespective of whether such defects
are discoverable or latent, shall in no event exceed the
purchase price of the particular goods. Products repaired
or replaced under this warranty are warranted only for
the remainder of the original warranty. Any improper use
including operation after discovery of defective or worn
parts not approved by Star or any alteration or repair by
others in such manner as in Star’s judgment aects the
product materially and adversely shall void this warranty.
