Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ..............iii Installation Note ............24 Hooklift Nomenclature..........iv Step 1: Set the hooklift onto the truck frame..24 Step 2: Drill mounting holes........24 Chapter 1 - Safety ............1 Step 3: Install bumper..........24 General Safety ..............1 Step 4: Install tie-downs.
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Slider40 Owner’s Manual AN OVERVIEW TO OWNER, OPERATOR AND SERVICE PERSONNEL ABOUT SAFETY As the owner or employer, it is your responsibility to instruct the operator in the safe opera- tion of this equipment and to provide the operator with properly maintained equipment.
Introduction Stellar Hooklifts are designed to provide safe Stellar manufactured hooklifts in general and dependable service for a variety of and may or may not apply to your specific operations. With proper use and model. maintenance, these hooklifts will operate at peak performance for many years.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Hooklift Nomenclature The Stellar Slider is a hydraulic, body-loading device when mounted on a truck chassis. It can handle a multitude of bodies ranging from flatbeds to recycling containers and dump bodies. The Slider consists of four basic parts: the base, dump, secondary, and jib sections. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the various components.
Safety Chapter 1 - Safety anti-noise headphones, protective glasses, Please Read the Following Carefully! This breathing apparatus, and reflective jackets. portion of the manual contains information Consult your employer regarding current regarding all Stellar manufactured hooklifts. safety regulations and accident-prevention Some items contained within this chapter equipment.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Replace any decals that are missing, dam- much weight can be lifted. aged, or not legible. Keep everyone clear when loading, unload- ing, and dumping. The safety instruction plates, notices, load charts and any other sticker applied to the...
Safety Safety Decals of Note WARNING CRUSHING HAZARD Moving parts can crush and cut. Keep hands and arms clear. 25627 DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD THIS HOOKLIFT IS NOT INSULATED DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY will result from contact with the vehicle, hooklift, or load should they become electrically charged.
Operation Chapter 2 - Operation Job-Site Set-Up Operator Requirements Thoroughly plan the lift before positioning the vehicle. Consider the following: Operation is limited to the following peo- ple: 1. The vehicle should be positioned in an A. Qualified individual. area free from overhead obstructions to B.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Hooklift Controls 1. Be familiar with the sequence and operation of the hooklift controls. 2. Each individual hooklift function should have control function decals. Replace them immediately if they are missing or illegible. 3. Keep hands, feet and control levers free from mud, grease and oil.
Operation Hydraulic Hook Height Adjustment - Raise With the hooklift in the stowed position Pull the control lever labeled ‘hook’ without a body, put the truck in neutral to raise the hook height. When and engage the PTO. raised completely, release the lever and disengage the PTO.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Loading Operation Note: Hook and bail heights must match. Maneuver the truck into a position to load the body. Put the truck in neutral and engage the PTO. PTO ON Pull the control lever labeled ‘Jib’ to slide the jib as far back as it will go, effectively releasing the dump latches.
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Operation Loading Operation Continued... Note: Hook and bail heights must match. Once fully attached, push the ‘Lift’ control lever to load the body. Fully retract lift cylinder Note: Make sure the body is lining up with the rear rollers while loading. Note: If the container will experience a signif- icant restriction to...
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Unloading Operation Put the truck in neutral and engage the PTO. PTO ON Pull the control level labeled ‘Jib’ to slide the jib as far back as it will go, effectively Fully releasing the dump latches. retract jib cylinder Pull the control lever labeled ‘Lift’...
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Operation Unloading Operation Continued... Detach the hooklift from the container by maneuvering the hook using the ‘Lift’ control lever and pulling the truck forward. Once fully detached, push the ‘Lift’ control lever until the lift returns to Fully the loading/unloading position. retract lift cylinder Lift cylinder...
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Dumping Operation Put the truck in neutral and engage the PTO. PTO ON Pull the control lever labeled ‘Lift’ as desired to dump the load. Be aware and avoid any overhead obstructions during the entire dump procedure.
Maintenance Chapter 3 - Maintenance damage such as blistering, crushing, or abra- Please read the following before performing any sion. maintenance on the hooklift. 8. Presence of this owner’s manual. 1. Only qualified service personnel are to perform maintenance on the hooklift. Daily Inspection 2.
Maintenance Choice Lubricants for DX Bearings Greases Recommended Type of Grease Description Premium Quality Stabilized, Anti-Oxidant Lithium Base Multi-Purpose Lithium Base with 3% Molybdenum Disulfide High Drop Point Multi-Purpose Calcium Based, for General Automotive and Industrial Use Calcium Grease, Water Stabilized, High Drop Point Anti-Friction Bearing Calcium Based with EP Additives Lithium Based...
Specifications Chapter 4 - Specifications • Will accommodate bodies from 12-feet up to 18-feet (3,657mm to 5,486mm) long and still attain the maximum dump angle on a 43-inch (1092mm) high frame truck. Longer bodies may be accommodated with reduced dumping capabilities. •...
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Acceptable Subframe Dimensions for Bodies Flatbeds must use 8x3x3/8 A-Frame and 6x3x3/8 long sill. Minimum recommended rail construction. 108-14-32 6x2x1/4...
Installation Chapter 5 - Installation General Install Guidelines Hooklift Mounting and Assembly Tighten plastic insert or crimped steel-type Study names and locations of the parts and lock nuts to approximately 110 percent of familiarize yourself with the hooklift before the dry torque values shown in the chart starting the assembly .
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Installation Note Every hooklift installation is unique. However, certain guidelines exist that apply to every model. Listed below is a general set of chronlological steps that may be followed when installing a Stellar Hooklift. If any questions arise during the installation process, feel free to contact your local dealer or Stellar Customer Service at 800-321-3741.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Step 6: Install hydraulic reservoir and valve bank. a. Before drilling and bolting to the frame, confirm adequate room for cable routing between in-cab controls and the valve bank. Note: The top of the reservoir should not be above the truck frame.
Installation Step 7: Install PTO and pump. a. Before installing the pump to the PTO, always check the direction of the PTO output shaft to determine which direction the hydraulic pump needs to rotate to operate the equipment. If this is not determined prior to installing the hydraulic pump, the hydraulic pump may rotate in the incorrect direction and damage the front shaft seal.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Step 8: Route hydraulic hoses. a. Route hose line from the reservoir to the pump. b. Route hose line from the pump to the valve bank (See corresponding hose kit drawing). c. Route hose line from the valve bank to the reservoir (See corresponding hose kit drawing).
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Port Relief Location for Hoists with Inside Latches NOTE: Install port relief PN26182 here when using inside latches or latches with stops. Power Beyond VDM8 Valve These instructions are intended for correct installation of power beyond on a Salami VDM8 valve bank.
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Step 10: Install cab and PTO controls. a. Use PTO brand specific installation instructions. b. For cab controls, see controller assembly drawing for details: 2 SECTION 3 SECTION In Cab Installation 96 INCH PN 55534 PN 54746...
Installation Air Control Routing PTO SWITCH AIR- 62976 ELECT.- 63142 MAY VARY BASED ON TRUCK EQUIPMENT ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 27017 CONTROLLER ASM AIR/NO TAB ALARM D1810 TBE AIR SAEJ844 TYPE A .25 (RM) 45333 FTG .125NPT MALE / .25 TUBE QR KPAC FTG ADAPT PTC-MNPT 90 1/4-1/8 NI- 45687 PLATED BRASS...
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Step 12: Install Hoist Up Light Sensor - PN 31806 Install the hoist up light sensor onto the base of the hooklift as shown: 1. Locate brackets on hoist base and secondary. 2. Tighten Dump Up Light Kit to the hoist frame bracket.
Installation Step 12: Apply Decals DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD THIS HOOKLIFT IS NOT INSULATED DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY will result from contact with the vehicle, hooklift, or load should they become electrically charged. PN 55832 MAINTAIN A CLEARANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Z245. WARNING CRUSHING HAZARD Moving parts can...
Slider40 Owner’s Manual Step 13: Fill reservoir and activate hydraulic flow. a. Fill reservoir to site gauge, within 3” from the top (Roughly 25 Gallons). Note: Petro-Canada Hydrex 32 (ISO 32) hydraulic oil is recommended. b. When connections are secure, activate hydraulic flow by opening the ball valve on the bottom of the reservoir.
Installation Setting System Relief Pressure 1. Engage the PTO. Run the PTO at 1200 5. Once system pressure is set, tighten the RPM. jam nut to lock system pressure. 2. Push the control lever labeled ‘lift’ until Permanent thread lock should not be the boom bottoms out.
Troubleshooting Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting This chapter will list a number of potential problems that may occur while operating the Hooklift. Most problems are easily solved using the solutions portion of this chapter. If problems persist, please contact Customer Service at Stellar Industries 1-800-321-3741. Problem: Hooklift will not operate or oper- Problem: Hooklift will not lift or pickup a ates slow.
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