STAR INDUSTRIES 1142 User manual
4101 Garland Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76117
Phone 817.485.6073 Fax 817.428.6008
www.starindustries.com
for Model 1142
RATED LOAD CAPACITY
Empty Weight - 220 lbs.
Center Hook used alone 10,000 lbs.
Two end Hooks 10,000 lbs.
All three Hooks 10,000 lbs.
If you need clarication or any additional information call
your Star dealer or call Star Industries @ 1-800-541-1797
during normal business hours.
The model 1142 Fixed Length Spreader Bar is
designed for use with a crane of adequate capacity
to safely handle the load. The Spreader Bar is xed
at 6 feet in width and comes equipped with a crane
picking point on top of the unit. Be aware that the
information contained in this manual is intended as
a guide and does not replace the need for the user
to know, understand, and observe all applicable
company, local, state, and federal safety codes and
or requirements. The model 1142 meets/exceeds
the requirements of ASME B30.20-2006 and is
classied as Category A and Service Class 0 as
dened in ASME BTH-1-2005.
BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE COMPLETE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
If you need clarication or any additional information call your Star dealer or call
Star Industries @ 1-800-541-1797 during normal business hours.
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1. Make sure the operator is well qualied to operate
the specic crane model to be used, has read and
understands this manual and has reviewed the crane
operator’s manual for any additional requirements,
limitations, restrictions, or additional safety procedures
prescribed by the crane manufacturer when using this
type of attachment. The crane operator must also be
properly certied under OSHA requirements to operate
the crane to be used.
2. Inspect the spreader bar to make sure it is in good
condition. There must not be any broken welds, nor
any deformation of the steel tube or other component,
nor any cracks in the steel.
3. Inspect swivel hooks and shackles to make sure they
are complete, are in good condition, and shackle
anchor screw pins or bolts are tight.
4. Decals showing “Empty Weight”, “Read Before Using”
and “Rated Lift Capacity” are required. Check that all
decals are in place and legible. Replacement decals
are available from a Star dealer.
5. Make sure personnel involved understand any hand
signals that will be required and all involved personnel
understand what will be required of them.
6. Make sure the travel path is clear of obstructions and
that adequate clearance will be maintained from all
power lines.
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1. Risks are high for serious injury when working around
suspended loads. The operator must avoid carrying
the load over people and it is best to have a 10’ foot
rule. This requires that no one is allowed to be within
10 feet of the area in which the load would fall if a
failure occurred.
2. Do not allow anyone to ride on the spreader bar nor on
the load being carried.
3. Do not make any repairs or modications to the
spreader bar without written authorization from the
manufacturer. Replacement of hooks, shackles,
decals and hair-pins does not require authorization.
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.
Star Products are warranted to the original purchaser
against defective workmanship and/or materials (when
properly installed, used, and maintained) for a period as
specied below from date of delivery to the customer by
an authorized Star Dealer or direct from Star Industries.
This warranty does not cover misuse, abuse, normal wear
and tear, or accidental damage.
All Star products except as
noted below. (Includes HD
Auger Drives & most non-
hydraulic products)
Medium Duty Auger Drives
Auger Bits and Auger
Accessories (excludes
auger drives), Crane Forks.
Grapples, Angle Broom,
Self Dumping Hoppers,
Replacement Forks, and Over
the Bucket Forks
Concrete Mixers
Product defects should be reported to the Star
dealer from whom the product was purchased or to
Star Industries in writing promptly after discovery.
Preferably photographs showing the defect should
also be provided along with a written report of
circumstances involved. Warranty claims not made
within 30 days after discovery of the defect shall be
null and void.
If a warranty claim is found worthy and made within the
warranty period we reserve the right at our discretion
to repair existing defects or to replace it with the same
or current model free of charge or to issue a credit
for the reasonable cost of repair or take possession
of the equipment and issue reimbursement for the
calculated value.
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For Installation instruction, refer to your crane
operator’s manual. Installation must be performed by
qualified personnel.
This is a non-adjustable spreader bar.
The Model 1142 is xed at 6 feet wide.
Rated capacities shown on next page also
appear on the spreader bar decal(s). Be
aware that these capacities are for the spreader
bar itself and do not in any way reflect the capacity
of the crane. Refer to the crane operator’s manual
for capacity ratings and any limitations or
restrictions when using this type of attachment.
Remember the weight of the bar must be deducted
from the lift capacity of the crane. If there is any
question as to crane’s lifting capacities when using
this attachment, contact the crane manufacturer for
clarification.
except for purpose of a test and then do not exceed
125% of its rated capacity.
also that the load rating for slings, chains,
or straps used with the spreader are equal to or exceed
the rating of the spreader bar, if not; always limit the load
to the lowest rated part of the lifting system.
1. Before elevating the load make sure the crane
rigging is level (vertical) - not leaning to the
right or left. Do not use the spreader bar when
operating on a side slope.
2. Before the load is raised make sure slings,
chains, or straps are properly secured and are
not twisted around each other or entangled.
3. The load must be picked up so that it is equally
balanced and hangs level.
4. When lifting a load, guard against shock
loading by taking up the slack in slings or
straps slowly.
5. Prevent jerking at the beginning of the lift, and
accelerate or decelerate slowly.
6. Do not use the spreader bar to drag or pull a
load.
7. Do not leave suspended loads unattended.
8. Take care that the load does not swing or
come in contact with an obstruction.
9. Keep all personnel clear while the load is being
raised, moved, or lowered. Crane operator
should watch the load at all times when it is
in motion.
10. Never allow more than one person to give
signals to the crane operator except to warn
of a hazardous situation.
11.Never raise or carry the load higher than
necessary.
12. Never allow anyone to work under a
suspended load.
RATED LOAD CAPACITY
Empty Weight - 220 lbs.
Center Hook used alone 10,000 lbs.
Two end Hooks 10,000 lbs.
All three Hooks 10,000 lbs.
Model 1142
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