Multiquip LT12DAB operation manual Lamp Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 10. Lamp Troubleshooting

 

 

 

Symptom

Possible Cause

Solution

 

 

 

 

Lamp Burned Out?

Test the lamp in a fixture which is operating properly.

 

Replace if necessary.

 

 

 

 

Inspect lamp base to see if there is arcing at center

 

Lamp Loose in Socket?

contact button. Tighten lamp snugly. Check socket for

 

 

damage. Replace if defective.

 

 

 

 

Floodling Plugs Not Tight?

Check plug and receptacle. Tighten if loose.

 

 

 

 

 

Interchange ballast plugs in generator enclosure.

 

Defective Ballast?

If lamp starts, replace ballast. Check ballast wiring

 

against diagram. Check for swollen capacitor, charred

 

 

 

 

wiring, core and coil or other signs of excessive heat.

 

 

Check line voltage at ballast input. Voltage should

 

Low Voltage?

be within 10% of nameplate rating when operating

 

at normal load. Increase supply voltage or remove

 

 

 

 

external load.

Lamp will not start.

 

 

 

Proper HID lamps will perform erratically or fail to

 

 

start on an improper ballast. The ballast nameplate

 

Improper Ballast?

data must agree with the line voltage and lamp used.

 

Improper ballast causes lamp failure. Note: Mercury

 

 

 

 

lamps of the same wattage will operate properly on

 

 

Metal Halide ballasts.

 

 

Operating position should agree with the lamp tech.

 

 

A BU-HOR lamp can be operated base up vertical to

 

Improper Lamp Operating

and including the horizontal and a BD can be operated

 

Position (Metal Halide only)?

base down vertical to, approaching, but not including

 

 

the horizontal. A lamp operated beyond the specified

 

 

position may not start.

 

 

 

 

 

HID lamps (High Pressure Sodium, Metal Halide,

 

Lamp has been Operating: Cool

Mercury Vapor) require from 4 to 8 minutes cool-down

 

Down Time Insufficient?

time before restarting. Switch off breaker and allow

 

 

lamp to cool.

 

 

 

 

 

Improper ballasting can cause flickering or erratic

 

Improper Ballast?

operation. In the start-up period the lamp may ignite,

Lamp flickers and goes

 

start to warm up and then extinguish (cycle).

out intermittent or

 

Under certain conditions new lamps may "cycle".

cycling.

New Lamp?

Usually after 3 tries to start at 30 to 60 second

 

 

intervals, lamps will stabilize and operate satisfactorily.

 

 

 

 

Defective Lamp?

Replace lamp.

 

 

 

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Contents Model LT12DAB Specifications are subject to change without notice Table of ContentsAddresses practices not related to personal injury Safety InformationSaFeTY meSSageS SaFeTY SYmbOLSGeneRaL SaFeTY Lamp SaFeTY LIgHT TOWeR SaFeTY„ The engine of this equipment Requires an adequate free EngIne SaFeTYFrom fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine FueL SaFeTYTOWIng SaFeTY „ neveR use fuel as a cleaning agentLoading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck TRanSpORTIng SaFeTY„ aLWaYS make sure the area ELeCTRICaL SaFeTYPower Cord/Cable Safety Grounding SafetyEnvIROnmenTaL SaFeTY BaTTeRY SaFeTYLamp Footcandle Plot Lamp footcandle plotLT12DAB Specifications Generator SpecificationsTrailer Specifications Engine Specifications Length Mast Stowed Position Length Mast Deployed Position DimensionsDimensions Reference Letter Description DimensionGeneral information Metal Halide LampsConvenience Receptacle plates Major Components Control Panel Side ComponentsView Control panel Controls and IndicatorsControl panel Engine Oil Check Indoor InstallationInspection Before startingWipe up any spilled fuel immediately Battery CheckOperation in Freezing Weather Cleaning the RadiatorAir Cleaner Fan Belt Tension CoolantLocation of Female Connectors Outriggers and Support Stands OperationStarting the Engine Mast operationStowing the Mast to Horizontal Position Deploying the Mast to Vertical PositionRaising the Mast Lowering the MastMast Operation AUXILIARY Output Receptacles Turning On the LampsEmergency Shutdown Normal ShutdownFrequency MaintenanceBasic Inspection and Maintenance Inspection/MaintenanceGeneral Inspection Service DailyAir Cleaner Cleaning the Fuel StrainerReplacing Fuel Filter Changing OilLower the mast to the horizontal resting position Check Cable WearServicingthe Mast Raise/Lower Cable System Servicingthe Mast Extension Cable SystemRemoval From Long Term Storage StorageMaintenance Trailers Adjustable ChannelWheel Hub Adjustment Leaf Suspension Components Leaf SuspensionSymptom Possible Problem Solution Generator TroubleshootingSymptom 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 Light tower wiring diagramWHT GRN BLK Lombardini engine wiring diagram „ Driving too fast for the conditions obey local speed laws Trailer guidelinesCOmmOn CauSeS for Loss of TRaILeR TRaILeR TOWIng guIDeLIneSCOupLIng to THe TOW veHICLe DRIvIng COnDITIOnSInOpeRabLe bRaKeS, LIgHTS or mIRRORS TRaILeR TOWIng TIpSTRaILeR vIn Tag SIDe vIeW mIRRORS ELeCTRICaL COnneCTORTOW veHICLe SuSpenSIOn SYSTemSaFeTY CHaInS JaCKSTanDCOupLeR TYpeS Coupling the Trailer to the Tow vehicle ball Coupler Lock washer and hitch frameAttaching Safety Chain Connecting Trailer LightsUncoupling the ball Hitch Pintle Coupler and pintle Hook PInTLe Hitch COupLeRCoupling Trailer to Tow vehicle pintle Coupler TIRe SaFeTY Unsafe Tires, Lug nuts or WheelsBe sure lug nuts are tight before each tow Determining Load Limit of TrailerStep Tighten lug nuts 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 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

LT12DAB specifications

The Multiquip LT12DAB is an innovative and reliable light tower designed to deliver efficient lighting solutions for various outdoor applications. Known for its robust construction and user-friendly features, the LT12DAB is ideal for construction sites, events, and emergency situations, providing flexibility and performance in a compact package.

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