Multiquip LT12P, LT12D operation manual Changing OIL, Check Cable Wear

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MAINTENANCE

5.When the water level is near the mouth of the water filler, open drain plugs and start the engine, and run at low idling. Keep the engine running at low idling and flush the radiator for about 10 minutes.

6.Adjust the flow of the water flowing in and draining out to ensure that the radiator is always full during the flushing operation. While flushing water through the system, make sure the water inlet hose does not come out of the radiator filler port.

7.After flushing, stop the engine, open drain plug and drain the water, then close drain plugs.

8.After draining the water, flush the system with a flushing agent. See instructions on flushing agent label.

9.After flushing, open drain plugs and drain out all the water, then close drain plugs and add tap water so the water level is near the mouth of the water filler.

10.When the water level is near the mouth of the water filler, open drain plugs and start the engine, run at low idling and continue to flush the system until clean water comes out. Adjust the flow of the water flowing in and draining out to ensure the radiator is always full during the flushing operation.

11.When clean water comes out, stop the engine, drain all the water, then close drain plugs.

12.Remove the corrosion resistor (if equipped) and open valve.

13.Supply water until it flows over the water filler.

14.Drain the water inside reserve tank, clean the inside of the reserve tank, then fill with coolant/water mixture to between the full and low lines.

15.Stop the engine, wait for 3 minutes, add tap water until the water level reaches near the water filler port, then tighten the radiator cap.

CHANGING OIL

1.Make sure the oil is cool before changing.

2.Set a container directly under the drain plug of the oil pan. Loosen the drain plug slowly.

3.Check the drained oil for excessive metal particles or foreign material. Contact the distributor if there is metal particles or foreign material.

4.Using a filter wrench, turn filter cartridge to the left to remove it. If the filter cartridge is filled with a large amount of oil, wait 10 minutes or so before removing. Make sure there is no old gasket stuck on the filter holder.

5.Tighten drain plug. Clean the filter holder, fill the new filter cartridge with clean engine oil, coat the packing and thread of the new filter cartridge with engine oil, then install it to the filter holder.Tighten until the gasket surface contacts the seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten it a further 3/4 to 1 turn.

6.Add engine oil through oil fi ller until the oil level is between the H and L marks on the dipstick.

7.Run the engine at idling for a short time, then stop the engine. Recheck the oil level and fill as necessary.

CHECK CABLE WEAR

The wire rope (cable) that raises and extends the mast is a very important part of the light tower. There is one cable/ hand winch system, located on the tongue of the trailer, that raises and extends the light tower mast. There is a second cable/hand winch system located on the mast that serves to raise and lower the two extendable sections of the mast.

DANGER

Wire rope (cable) will fail if it is worn, frayed, misused, crushed, kinked or damaged in any way. Always check the cables and pulleys for any abnormalities before use.

Do not use it if there is even the slightest cause for concern and replace any damaged cables or pulleys immediately.

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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 InformationLight Tower Safety General Safetyfire extinguisher first aid kitLamp Safety Before servicing equipment Engine SafetyTowing Safety Fuel SafetyLoading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck Transporting SafetyElectrical Safety Power Cord/Cable SafetyGrounding Safety Environmental Safety Battery SafetyLamp Footcandle Plot Lamp Footcandle PlotSpecifications Generator SpecificationsTrailer Specifications Engine Specifications Dimensions DimensionsReference Letter Description Dimension Length Mast Stowed Position Length Mast Deployed PositionGeneral Information Major Components Control Panel Side ComponentsRear Light CONTROL/BREAKER Control PanelControl Panel Inspection Indoor InstallationBefore Starting Engine OIL CheckBattery Check Fuel CheckWipe up any spilled fuel immediately AIR Cleaner FAN Belt Tension Cleaning the RadiatorCoolant Operation in Freezing WeatherLocation of Female Connectors Starting the Engine OperationStarting the Engine Perkins Starting the Engine Lombardini/Deutz EnginesOutriggers and Support Stands Mast OperationDeploying the Mast to Vertical Position Raising the MastMast Operation Stowing the Mast to Horizontal Position Lowering the MastTurning on the Lamps Rotating the MastApplying AN External Load Testing the 120 VAC Gfci ReceptacleNormal Shutdown Emergency ShutdownBasic Inspection and Maintenance MaintenanceInspection/Maintenance FrequencyFlushing OUT Radiator and Changing Coolant General InspectionCheck Cable Wear Changing OILServicingthe Mast RAISE/LOWER Cable System Replacing Fuel FilterStorage Removal from Long Term StorageLower the mast to the horizontal resting position Maintenance Trailers Adjustable ChannelWheel HUB Adjustment Leaf Suspension Components Leaf SuspensionTroubleshooting Generator TroubleshootingSymptom Solution Symptom Possible Cause Solution Engine TroubleshootingEngine revolution is not Lamp Troubleshooting Replacement minimizes color differences When switch is first Checking voltage and ballast Turned onClean fixture Lamp starts slowly ARC does not strike Defective Lamp?Connections Lamp Troubleshooting GuideStarting Ballast RemovalStator 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 DiagramTrailer Guidelines Common Causes for Loss of TrailerTrailer Towing Guidelines Coupling to the TOW Vehicle Driving ConditionsInoperable BRAKES, Lights or Mirrors Trailer Towing TipsTrailer VIN TAG TOW Vehicle Electrical ConnectorSuspension System Side View MirrorsJackstand Safety ChainsCoupler Types Ball Hitch CouplerCoupling theTrailer to theTow Vehicle Ball Coupler Lock washer and hitch frameAttaching Safety Chain Connecting Trailer LightsUncoupling the Ball Hitch Pintle Coupler and Pintle Hook Pintle Hitch CouplerTire Safety Unsafe Tires, Lug Nuts or WheelsCoupling Trailer to Tow Vehicle Pintle Coupler Step Determining Load Limit of TrailerTighten lug nuts before each tow 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 Table B. Tire Wear Troubleshooting Tire Safety TipsTire Repair Replacing Worn or Damaged TiresWheel Rims Lights and SignalsWheels, Bearings and Lug Nuts Lug Nut Torque RequirementsFigure L. Trailer to Tow Vehicle Wiring Diagram HERE’S HOW to GET Help