Terms and Conditions of Hire

 

Please read our terms and conditions carefully. Once you have made a booking with Hunter Party Hire whether it be via phone or email, you accept and agree to our terms and conditions. If you have any questions or do not understand any of the terms and conditions, please feel free to call us for an explanation.

Definition:

The Supplier shall refer to Hunter Party Hire “Machine Hire” this includes all equipment hire” from here on in. The hirer entering into the contract will be referred to as the “hirer” from here on in.

  1. The hirer enters into a contract and agrees and accepts the terms and conditions as soon the booking is secures by payment of deposit or payment in full.
  2. The company/and or person who has made the booking is liable for all payments. Payment will be required before the event 50% of total booking to secure event date and the rest a week before the event. Cash is the only method of payment which is accepted on the day and the person hiring the equipment must be there at the time the equipment is delivered to pay in cash. The hirer must have the correct change in cash. If that hirer or representative for that hire is not there to provide the cash on delivery, we reserve the right not to deliver the equipment.
  3. For hirer to pick up the machines - a suitable vehicle is to be used so machines cannot get wet are secured and able to travel safe. Machines will need to be restrained. 
  4. Supplier may request credit card details to cover for any damages, theft, cleaning or inability to access the equipment to be picked up at the agreed time. By making a booking, you are agreeing to be liable in the case that any equipment is lost, stolen, damaged or unable to be picked up.
  5. Cancelled bookings outside of a 48-hour period from the event date incur a non-refundable charge of 50%. Bookings cancelled within a 48-hour period incur a 100% cancellation fee.
  6. The hire is for as long as agreed at the time of booking. Failure to return the equipment or inability for our drivers to access the equipment for pick up will incur a daily charge for the equipment for any days beyond the agreed hire period. Any additional charges incurred and will be invoiced. If the hirer fails to return the equipment, police will be called. 
  7. The hirer accepts full responsibility for the equipment once they take possession of the equipment. The hirer is liable for the replacement cost of any equipment that is stolen, goes missing, is vandalised or broken. The hirer is liable for any damages caused to the equipment.
  8. The hirer is responsible for having someone available to take delivery of the equipment at the nominated date and time. If the hirer fails to be there at that time, an additional delivery fee may be charged to re deliver the equipment at another time.
  9. If a client helps a driver to set up the machine, this is their decision, and we do not accept responsibility if the customer injures themselves in any way.
  10. The renter agrees to have a suitable table or bench top to place the machine on that can support up to 90KG. If the table collapses or falls, the renter is responsible for any damages caused to the machine or persons at the function. Plastic trestle tables or glass tables cannot be used.
  11. All mix comes as non-alcoholic, and the renter assumes responsibility in the responsible service of alcohol if they add alcohol to the machines.
  12. Hunter Party Hire reserves the right at any time to change the list of flavours available, specials or prices
  13. If a machine does not freeze due to the environment it has to be placed in (e.g. cramped area, no ventilation, non-air-conditioned area) or if the power supply is not suitable to keep the machine running, the client will still be required to pay the full amount. This also applies to machines set up outside. On hot days, machines placed outside may need to be moved into a cool area indoors to freeze up. If the hirer does not wish to do this, we accept no responsibility if the machine does not freeze. Instructions will be given to combat these issues. 
  14. Some public holidays and public holiday eves attract a price surcharge. Call for pricing
  15. Hirer must provide a standard power point, and any extension cords needed.
  16. Hunter Party Hire is not responsible if the mix leaks and stains tables, bench tops or carpet. The hirer is responsible and must provide a tablecloth or drop sheet should they want to protect the area where the machine will be in use.
  17. The hirer assumes proper knowledge in the operation and handling of the equipment and follows OH&S policies and does not hold Supplier responsible for any injury caused to themselves or others whilst moving or setting up any equipment.
  18. The equipment remains the property of Supplier at all times. The hirer may not transfer this contract to another party without written consent of Supplier.
  19. The hirer must inspect and check all equipment and notify Supplier at the time of delivery if there is any equipment missing, damaged or unfit for use. Failure to do so will see the hirer responsible for any damages or missing equipment upon pick up.
  20. No warranty is provided by Supplier for the equipment’s fitness for any particular use.
  21. The laws of NSW shall govern this agreement. Venue for any legal proceedings brought in connection with this contract shall be in NSW.
  22. The terms and conditions can only be amended by Supplier.