Multiquip LT6D operation manual DRIvIng COnDITIOns, COupLIng to THe TOW veHICLe

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SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS

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When towing a trailer, you will have decreased acceleration, increased stopping distance, and increased turning radius (which means you must make wider turns to keep from hitting curbs, vehicles, and anything else that is on the inside corner). In addition, you will need a longer distance to pass, due to slower acceleration and increased length.

„Be alert for slippery conditions.You are more likely to be affected by slippery road surfaces when driving a tow vehicle with a trailer, than driving a tow vehicle without a trailer.

„Check rearview mirrors frequently to observe the trailer and traffi c.

„neveR drive faster than what is safe.

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Driving too fast for severe road conditions can result in loss of control and cause death or serious injury.

Decrease your speed as road, weather, and lighting conditions deteriorate.

Always check for local trailer tow speed limits in your area.

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DO nOT transport people on the trailer. The transport of people puts their lives at risk and may be illegal.

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Follow all of the safety precautions and instructions in this manual to ensure safety of persons, equipment, and satisfactory life of the trailer. Always use an adequate tow vehicle and hitch. If the vehicle or hitch is not properly selected and matched to the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of your trailer, you can cause an accident that could lead to death or serious injury.

If you already have a tow vehicle, know your vehicle tow rating and make certain the trailer’s rated capacity is less than or equal to the tow vehicle’s rated towing capacity. If you already have (or plan to buy) a trailer, make certain that the tow rating of the tow vehicle is equal to or greater than that of the trailer.

The trailer VIN tag contains the critical safetyinformation for the use of your trailer. Again, be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your trailer.

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Proper selection and condition of the coupler and hitch are essential to safely towing your trailer. A loss of coupling may result in death or serious injury.

Be sure the hitch load rating is equal to or greater than the load rating of the coupler.

Be sure the hitch size matches the coupler size.

Observe the hitch for wear, corrosion and cracks before coupling. Replace worn, corroded or cracked hitch components before coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle.

Be sure the hitch components are tight before coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle.

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An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury.

DO nOT move the trailer until:

The coupler is secured and locked to hitch.

The safety chains are secured to the tow vehicle.

The trailer jack(s) are fully retracted.

DO nOT tow the trailer on the road until:

Tires and wheels are checked.

The trailer brakes are checked.

The breakaway switch is connected to the tow vehicle.

The load is secured to the trailer.

The trailer lights are connected and checked.

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Use of a hitch with a load rating less than the load rating of the trailer can result in loss of control and may lead to death or serious injury.

Use of a tow vehicle with a towing capacity less than the load rating of the trailer can result in loss of control, and may lead to death or serious injury.

Be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your trailer.

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Contents Model LT6D Proposition 65 warning Nhtsa Reporting Safety DefectsLT6D Light Tower Table of ContentsSaFeTY messages Safety InformationSaFeTY sYmBOLs Addresses practices not related to personal injury„ Always know the location of the nearest GeneRaL saFeTYfire extinguisher first aid kitLamp saFeTY Light Tower Safety„ neveR tamper with the factory settings EngIne saFeTY„ The engine of this equipment Any enclosed or narrow areaTOWIng saFeTY FueL saFeTY„ neveR use fuel as a cleaning agent From fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a hot engineLoading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck TRanspORTIng saFeTYPower Cord/Cable safety ELeCTRICaL saFeTYGrounding Safety „ neveR use gas piping as an electrical groundEnvIROnmenTaL saFeTY/DeCOmmIssIOnIng BaTTeRY saFeTYEmIssIOns InFORmaTIOn Emission Control LabelLabel must remain with the engine for its entire life Lamp Footcandle Plot Lamp footcandle plotLT6D Specifications Generator SpecificationsTrailer Specifications Engine Specifications Dimensions DimensionsReference Letter Description Dimension Metal Halide Lamps General informationPage Major Components 1 Control Panel Side ComponentsMajor Components 2 Control Panel Side Major Components Front/ Rear Page Control panel Control Panel/Ignition SwitchLED green lights when the engine is OK functioning normal Normal Operation Indicator This alarmKohler Engine Components Engine componentsEngine Servicing InspectionLight tower inspection Engine Oil CheckBattery Check Fuel CheckWipe up any spilled fuel immediately Air Cleaner Fan Belt Tension Cleaning the RadiatorCoolant Operation in Freezing WeatherIndoor Installation SetupLamp power cable connections Light Power Cable ConnectionsLight tower grounding Outriggers and Support StandsLight tower from rolling Mast Operation Deploying the Mast Vertical Position Extending the MastRotating the Mast Operation Starting the EngineTurning On the Lights Applying an External Load Testing the 120 VAC Gfci Receptacle120/240 VAC Twist-Lock Receptacle VAC Gfci ReceptacleBasic Inspection and Maintenance MaintenanceInspection/Maintenance FrequencyClean the inside of the cover using a damp cloth Air CleanerGeneral Inspection OFF positionCleaning the Fuel Strainer Service DailyReplacing Fuel Filter Fuel AdditionOil Filter Cartridge 200 Hours Lamp ReplacementBelt Flushing Out Radiator and Changing CoolantCheck Cable Wear Servicingthe Mast Raise/Lower Cable SystemReplace the pulley and the cable as needed Storage Servicingthe Mast Extension Cable SystemRemoval From Long Term Storage Lower the mast to the horizontal resting positionAdjustable Channel Maintenance TrailersTrailer Couplers Type Part NumberLeaf Suspension Wheel Hub AdjustmentTRaILeR TOWIng guIDeLInes COmmOn Causes for LOss of TRaILeRCOupLIng 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 COupLeRLock washer and hitch frame Before coupling trailer, inspect the hitch ball for wearAttaching safety Chain Connecting Trailer LightsUncoupling the Ball Hitch Pintle Coupler and pintle Hook PInTLe COupLeRCoupling Trailer to Tow vehicle pintle Coupler Unsafe Tires, Lug nuts or WheelsStep 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 RequirementsTroubleshooting generator Generator TroubleshootingSymptom Solution Troubleshooting engine Engine TroubleshootingPossible Cause Solution Symptom Possible Cause Solution Lamp Troubleshooting Troubleshooting lampsReplacement 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 RemovalControl Panel Panel light/hour meter wiring diagramElectronic Components Locator To TB4-11 Wiring diagram Generator/LightsTB3 N Lights locator diagram Lights wiring diagram HERE’S HOW to GET Help