Multiquip LT12P, LT12D operation manual Rear

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Figure 4. Major Components (Front/Rear)

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14.Safety Chain — Always attach safety chain to the towing vehicle. Never tow the light tower with the safety chain unattached.

15.Ball Hitch Coupler — Attach this coupler to the towing vehicle. Use only the speciﬁed ball diameter as indicated on your coupler. Use of any other ball diameter will create an extremely dangerous condition which can result in separation of the coupler and ball or ball failure.

16.Vertical Mast Winch — Use this winch to raise the mast to the vertical position.

17.Mast Lock/Release Pin — Pull this pin to start placing the tower mast in the vertical position. When tower mast has reached full vertical position, insert pin to keep mast from falling.

18.Tie-Down Points — Used to tie down light tower with strap or chains to allow even application of force to the front and rear of the equipment during transport.

19.License Light — This light illuminates the license plate. Whenever towing of the light tower is required, make sure this light is operational.

20.Brake Lights — Before towing the light tower, make sure that these lights are operational and are working correctly. Never tow the light tower if these lights are inoperative.

21.Engine Exhaust Pipe — Directs engine exhaust to the rear of the light tower. NEVER block this exhaust pipe with obstructions. ALWAYS place the generator in an area free of obstructions.

22.Tires — This light tower uses a ST175-13C size tire. Replace with only recommended tire size. Never tow light tower with bad or worn tires.

23.Documentation Box — Contains information regarding the light tower.

24.240 VAC Twist-Lock Receptacle — This twist-lock receptacle provides 240 VAC, 25 amps.

25.120 VAC GFCI Receptacle — This GFCI receptacle provides 120 VAC, 15 amps.

LT12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #12 (01/20/09) — PAGE 19

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Contents This Manual Must Accompany the Equipment AT ALL Times Models LT12D, LT12PProposition 65 Warning Nhtsa Reporting Safety DefectsSpeciﬁcations are subject to change without notice Table of ContentsSafety Messages Safety Informationﬁrst aid kit General SafetyLight Tower Safety ﬁre extinguisherLamp Safety Before servicing equipment Engine SafetyTowing Safety Fuel SafetyLoading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck Transporting SafetyPower Cord/Cable Safety Electrical SafetyGrounding Safety Environmental Safety Battery SafetyLamp Footcandle Plot Lamp Footcandle PlotGenerator Speciﬁcations SpecificationsTrailer Speciﬁcations Engine Speciﬁcations Length Mast Stowed Position Length Mast Deployed Position DimensionsDimensions Reference Letter Description DimensionGeneral Information Major Components Control Panel Side ComponentsRear Light CONTROL/BREAKER Control PanelControl Panel Engine OIL Check Indoor InstallationInspection Before StartingFuel Check Battery CheckWipe up any spilled fuel immediately Operation in Freezing Weather Cleaning the RadiatorAIR Cleaner FAN Belt Tension CoolantLocation of Female Connectors Starting the Engine Lombardini/Deutz Engines OperationStarting the Engine Starting the Engine PerkinsRaising the Mast Mast OperationOutriggers and Support Stands Deploying the Mast to Vertical PositionMast Operation Rotating the Mast Lowering the MastStowing the Mast to Horizontal Position Turning on the LampsEmergency Shutdown Testing the 120 VAC Gfci ReceptacleApplying AN External Load Normal ShutdownFrequency MaintenanceBasic Inspection and Maintenance Inspection/MaintenanceFlushing OUT Radiator and Changing Coolant General InspectionCheck Cable Wear Changing OILServicingthe Mast RAISE/LOWER Cable System Replacing Fuel FilterRemoval from Long Term Storage StorageLower the mast to the horizontal resting position Adjustable Channel Maintenance TrailersWheel HUB Adjustment Leaf Suspension Components Leaf SuspensionGenerator Troubleshooting TroubleshootingSymptom Solution Symptom Possible Cause Solution Engine TroubleshootingEngine revolution is not Lamp Troubleshooting Lamp starts slowly ARC does not strike Defective Lamp? When switch is ﬁrst Checking voltage and ballast Turned onReplacement minimizes color differences Clean ﬁxtureBallast Removal Lamp Troubleshooting GuideConnections StartingStator LT12 Wiring Diagram S/N 902148 and belowBLK GRN WHT RED LT12 Wiring Diagram S/N 902149 to LT12 Wiring Diagram S/N 902149 to LT12 Wiring Diagram S/N 902626 and Above BLK BRN Blue RED WHT YEL GRN Perkins Engine Wiring Diagram Deutz Engine Wiring Diagram DEUTZ/LOMBARDINI Specific LT12 Control PANEL/IGNITION Wiring DiagramCommon Causes for Loss of Trailer Trailer GuidelinesTrailer Towing Guidelines Coupling to the TOW Vehicle Driving ConditionsTrailer Towing Tips Inoperable BRAKES, Lights or MirrorsTrailer VIN TAG Side View Mirrors Electrical ConnectorTOW Vehicle Suspension SystemBall Hitch Coupler Safety ChainsJackstand Coupler TypesCoupling theTrailer to theTow Vehicle Ball Coupler Lock washer and hitch frameConnecting Trailer Lights Attaching Safety ChainUncoupling the Ball Hitch Pintle Coupler and Pintle Hook Pintle Hitch CouplerUnsafe Tires, Lug Nuts or Wheels Tire SafetyCoupling Trailer to Tow Vehicle Pintle Coupler Be sure lug nuts are tight before each tow Determining Load Limit of TrailerStep Tighten lug nuts before each towTire Fundamentals Determining Load Limit of Tow Vehicle StepP indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles Table A. Speed Rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards UtqgsLetter Rating Speed Rating Replacing Worn or Damaged Tires Tire Safety TipsTable B. Tire Wear Troubleshooting Tire RepairLug Nut Torque Requirements Lights and SignalsWheel Rims Wheels, Bearings and Lug NutsFigure L. Trailer to Tow Vehicle Wiring Diagram HERE’S HOW to GET Help