Multiquip LT12D, LT12P operation manual Operation, Starting the Engine Perkins

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STARTING THE ENGINE

The LT12 Series Light Tower is available with two types of engines (Perkins or Lombardini/Deutz).The engine starting procedure for both engines are described below.

Starting the Engine (Perkins)

1.Open the access panel door on the right side of the light tower (opposite the fuel tank). Set the door latch in place to hold the door open (up).

2.Insert the ignition key into the ignition key switch (Figure 14). Turn the ignition key clockwise to the ON position. The preheat indicator lamp will light. Wait for this indicator lamp to go OFF. When the indicator lamp goes OFF, the glow plugs have been preheated and the engine can now be started.

*EMERGENCY SHUT DOWNS *

 

 

 

Flashing LED Indicates

 

 

 

Cause of Shut Down

 

WATER TEMP

 

OIL PRESSURE

 

AIR FILTER

 

PRE-HEAT

IGNITION

INDICATOR

When Light Goes Out

 

When Flashing

KEY

Indicate Start

 

Indicates Low Battery Charge

 

 

 

SWITCH

 

OFF

N

 

 

 

O

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

T

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

T

Figure 14. Ignition Key Switch (Perkins Engine)

3.Continue turning the ignition key in a clockwise direction to the START position. When the engine has started, release the key.

4.Before placing the light tower into actual operation, let it run for 3-5 minutes. Check for any abnormal sounds or smells that would be associated with a defective light tower. If any abnormal conditions occur, shut down the light tower and correct the problem.

OPERATION

Starting the Engine (Lombardini/Deutz Engines)

1.Open the access panel door on the right side of the light tower (opposite the fuel tank). Set the door latch in place to hold the door open (up).

2.Insert the ignition key into the ignition key switch (Figure 15). Turn the ignition key clockwise one click to the ON position. The preheat indicator lamp will light. Wait for this indicator lamp to go OFF. When the indicator lamp goes OFF, the glow plugs have been preheated and the engine can now be started.

LOMBARDINI

IGNITION

KEY

SWITCH

Figure 15. Ignition Key Switch (Lombardini/

Deutz Engine)

3.Continue turning the ignition key all the way clockwise When the engine has started, release the key.

4.Before placing the light tower into actual operation, let the engine run for 3-5 minutes. Check any abnormal sounds or smells that would be associated with a defective light tower. If any abnormal conditions occur, shut down the light tower and correct the problem.

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Contents Models LT12D, LT12P This Manual Must Accompany the Equipment AT ALL TimesProposition 65 Warning Reporting Safety Defects NhtsaTable of Contents Specifications are subject to change without noticeSafety Information Safety Messagesfire extinguisher General SafetyLight Tower Safety first aid kitLamp Safety Engine Safety Before servicing equipmentFuel Safety Towing SafetyTransporting Safety Loading and Tie-Down on Flatbed TruckGrounding Safety Electrical SafetyPower Cord/Cable Safety Battery Safety Environmental SafetyLamp Footcandle Plot Lamp Footcandle PlotTrailer Specifications SpecificationsGenerator Specifications Engine Specifications Reference Letter Description Dimension DimensionsDimensions Length Mast Stowed Position Length Mast Deployed PositionGeneral Information Components Major Components Control Panel SideRear Control Panel Light CONTROL/BREAKERControl Panel Before Starting Indoor InstallationInspection Engine OIL CheckWipe up any spilled fuel immediately Battery CheckFuel Check Coolant Cleaning the RadiatorAIR Cleaner FAN Belt Tension Operation in Freezing WeatherLocation of Female Connectors Starting the Engine Perkins OperationStarting the Engine Starting the Engine Lombardini/Deutz EnginesDeploying the Mast to Vertical Position Mast OperationOutriggers and Support Stands Raising the MastMast Operation Turning on the Lamps Lowering the MastStowing the Mast to Horizontal Position Rotating the MastNormal Shutdown Testing the 120 VAC Gfci ReceptacleApplying AN External Load Emergency ShutdownInspection/Maintenance MaintenanceBasic Inspection and Maintenance FrequencyGeneral Inspection Flushing OUT Radiator and Changing CoolantChanging OIL Check Cable WearReplacing Fuel Filter Servicingthe Mast RAISE/LOWER Cable SystemLower the mast to the horizontal resting position StorageRemoval from Long Term Storage Wheel HUB Adjustment Maintenance TrailersAdjustable Channel Leaf Suspension Leaf Suspension ComponentsSymptom Solution TroubleshootingGenerator Troubleshooting Engine Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause SolutionEngine revolution is not Lamp Troubleshooting Clean fixture When switch is first Checking voltage and ballast Turned onReplacement minimizes color differences Lamp starts slowly ARC does not strike Defective Lamp?Starting Lamp Troubleshooting GuideConnections Ballast RemovalLT12 Wiring Diagram S/N 902148 and below StatorBLK 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 LT12 Control PANEL/IGNITION Wiring Diagram DEUTZ/LOMBARDINI SpecificTrailer Towing Guidelines Trailer GuidelinesCommon Causes for Loss of Trailer Driving Conditions Coupling to the TOW VehicleTrailer VIN TAG Inoperable BRAKES, Lights or MirrorsTrailer Towing Tips Suspension System Electrical ConnectorTOW Vehicle Side View MirrorsCoupler Types Safety ChainsJackstand Ball Hitch CouplerLock washer and hitch frame Coupling theTrailer to theTow Vehicle Ball CouplerUncoupling the Ball Hitch Attaching Safety ChainConnecting Trailer Lights Pintle Hitch Coupler Pintle Coupler and Pintle HookCoupling Trailer to Tow Vehicle Pintle Coupler Tire SafetyUnsafe Tires, Lug Nuts or Wheels Tighten lug nuts before each tow Determining Load Limit of TrailerStep Be sure lug nuts are tight before each towP indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles Determining Load Limit of Tow Vehicle StepTire Fundamentals Letter Rating Speed Rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards UtqgsTable A. Speed Rating Tire Repair Tire Safety TipsTable B. Tire Wear Troubleshooting Replacing Worn or Damaged TiresWheels, Bearings and Lug Nuts Lights and SignalsWheel Rims Lug Nut Torque RequirementsFigure L. Trailer to Tow Vehicle Wiring Diagram HERE’S HOW to GET Help
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