Freight Policy:
Your machine / machines will ship on a major truck line and deliver to anywhere in the lower 48 USA.
The customer is responsible for offloading the equipment from the delivery truck. This can be done with a forklift, tow truck, back hoe, Bobcat, Tractor, etc. The equipment CANNOT be offloaded by hand. The driver is not required to help unload your machine. Driver is not required to drive onto your residence if he feels it is dangerous to him, his truck, or your property. If you cannot unload from a truck then we can ship to the nearest freight terminal for you to pick up with trailer or moving van.
** Lift Gate service is not available for automotive lifts. ** They simply DO NOT FIT on a Lift Gate **
We ship to your confirmed address only. You are responsible for any redelivery charges and storage charges. If you provide a business name, we assume you are open 8AM-5PM and can take delivery during those hours. We are not responsible for redelivery charges if you misrepresent being an actual business. Any business conducted from your residence is not considered a commercial business and will be treated as a residential delivery.
Your are responsible for calling the freight company to make a delivery appointment. We do not schedule the appointments for you. You know your scheduel best!
If you live outside of the USA, any freight costs quoted do not include the following: Customs clearance, duties, taxes, storage charges for freight held in bond, inspection charges, Brokerage fees, or any other costs assessed by your respective country. All of these charges are your responsibility. We recommend you use the services of a Broker to properly clear customs. Any charges left unpaid will in effect void your warranty on the product purchased.
Free freight (When Advertised) included in the price is only for shipping within the USA lower 48 states. This does not include Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Mexico, or Canada. Please call or email for additional shipping costs/fees.
Export Crating FEE- Untreated wood $195.00 Pressure Treated Wood $395.00
Freight Damage in Transit:
All sales considered final as soon as product leaves our dock, at this point North American Auto Equipment is no longer responsible for damage as a result of carrier error. Buyer must note any and all freight damage on the bill of lading at time of delivery.
Freight claims: We will provide excellent service and assistance in helping our customers file freight claims, payment of the claims is the sole responsibility of the Freight Carriers.
Return Merchandise is subject to a 20% re-stocking fee. Returned equipment must be inspected by a warehouse manager to determine if any damage or wear has devalued the equipment.
Shipping Charges and Credit Card Transaction Fees will be the charged against refunds.
(Customer is responsible for all Freight Charges and Transaction fees)
It is essential that the purchaser inspect their shipment upon delivery and provide timely notification of any problems. Please be sure they are aware of the following:
The customer must visually inspect the equipment UPON DELIVERY and note any potential freight damage on the receiver. If a customer signs clear on the receipt, neither the trucking company nor North American Auto Equipment. will be held responsible for freight damage.
72 HOUR REQUIREMENT after receipt to report any concealed damage or missing parts. As you know, we have a limited window to file freight claims and North American Auto Equipment will not be responsible if we are not notified within the 72 hour window. If you use your own carrier then North American Auto Equipment will not be responsible for filing a freight claim or for any freight damage.
Warranty Policies:
(We are mentioning this again to make sure that our customers understand the difference between a carrier damaging an item and a defective product)
The customer must visually inspect the equipment UPON DELIVERY and note any potential freight damage on the receiver. If a customer signs clear on the receipt, neither the trucking company nor North American Auto Equipment will be held responsible for freight damage.
Please also make sure they are advised of our 72 HOUR REQUIREMENT after receipt to report any concealed damage or missing parts. As you know, we have a limited window to file freight claims and North American Auto Equipment will not be responsible if we are not notified within the 72 hour window. If you use your own carrier then North American Auto Equipment will not be responsible for filing a freight claim or for any freight damage.
Parts Transportation is only covered for the first 7 days of receiving your product, thereafter any UPS or parts shipping charges will be the purchasers responsibility.
Transportation on parts will not be covered by North American Auto Equipment after the 7 day grace period upon delivery.
Limited One-Year Warranty:
North American Auto Equipment, offers a limited one-year warranty to the original purchaser of our private label lifts in the United States and Canada. North American Auto Equipment will replace, without charge, any part found defective in materials or workmanship under normal use, for a period of one year after purchase. (Unless specified) The purchaser is responsible for all shipping charges. This warranty does not apply to equipment that has been improperly installed or altered or that has not been operated or maintained according to specifications. If lift is installed on cracked or insufficient concrete, this will automatically void user's warranty. User must appropriately fix concrete where lift is to be installed. After user is in compliance and cleared by plant, warranty will go back in effect. If any parts are needed within that time they can be purchased at full retail price.
The following parts DO NOT carry a one year warranty. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THE UNITS WILL BE SHIPPED AT NOT COST. A NEW UNIT WILL NOT BE SHIPPED:
Hydraulic Cylinders
Power Unit
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