Multiquip LT12D Applying AN External Load, Testing the 120 VAC Gfci Receptacle, Normal Shutdown

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OPERATION

APPLYING AN EXTERNAL LOAD

The light tower is equipped with two auxiliary output receptacles (Figure 19). The uppermost receptacle (twist- lock) located at the front of the light tower can provide 240 VAC at 25 amps. The bottom receptacle is a GFCI receptacle which can supply 120 VAC at 15 amps.

Figure 19. Auxiliary Output Receptacles

DANGER

NEVER grab or touch a live power cord with wet hands. The possibility exists of electrical shock, electrocution, and even death!

TESTING THE 120 VAC GFCI RECEPTACLE

Pressing the reset button resets the GFCI receptacle after being tripped. Pressing the test button (See Figure 20) in the center of the receptacle will check the GFCI function. Both receptacles should be tested at least once a month.

Figure 20. GFCI Test Button

NORMAL SHUTDOWN

1.If a load is attached to the generator of the light tower, remove the load.

2.Set the four lamp circuit breakers on the control panel to the OFF position.

3.Place the MAIN circuit breaker on the control panel to the OFF position.

4.Wait a few seconds and observe that all four lamps are OFF.

5.Let the engine idle for a few minutes with no load.

6.Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Store key in a safe location.

7.Lower light tower mast and place in stow position as outlined in this manual.

8.Place outriggers in tow position, and remove chock blocks.

9.Store light tower in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel.

NOTICE

If servicing is required, allow lamps to cool for about 15 minutes before removing lamps.

EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN

1.Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and turn all circuit breakers to the OFF position.

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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 TruckElectrical Safety Power Cord/Cable SafetyGrounding Safety Battery Safety Environmental SafetyLamp Footcandle Plot Lamp Footcandle PlotSpecifications Generator SpeciﬁcationsTrailer 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 CheckBattery Check Fuel CheckWipe up any spilled fuel immediately 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 SystemStorage Removal from Long Term StorageLower the mast to the horizontal resting position Maintenance Trailers Adjustable ChannelWheel HUB Adjustment Leaf Suspension Leaf Suspension ComponentsTroubleshooting Generator TroubleshootingSymptom Solution 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 Guidelines Common Causes for Loss of TrailerTrailer Towing Guidelines Driving Conditions Coupling to the TOW VehicleInoperable BRAKES, Lights or Mirrors Trailer Towing TipsTrailer VIN TAG Suspension System Electrical ConnectorTOW Vehicle Side View MirrorsCoupler Types Safety ChainsJackstand Ball Hitch CouplerLock washer and hitch frame Coupling theTrailer to theTow Vehicle Ball CouplerAttaching Safety Chain Connecting Trailer LightsUncoupling the Ball Hitch Pintle Hitch Coupler Pintle Coupler and Pintle HookTire Safety Unsafe Tires, Lug Nuts or WheelsCoupling Trailer to Tow Vehicle Pintle Coupler Tighten lug nuts before each tow Determining Load Limit of TrailerStep Be sure lug nuts are tight before each towDetermining Load Limit of Tow Vehicle Step Tire FundamentalsP indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Utqgs Table A. Speed RatingLetter Rating 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