Multiquip LT6D TOW veHICLe, SuspensIOn sYsTem, SIDe vIeW mIRRORs, HeavY DuTY FLasHeR

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SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS

Figure B. VIN Tag Location

The trailer VIN Tag contains the following critical safety information for the use of your trailer.

GAWR:The maximum gross weight that an axle cansupport. It is the lowest of axle, wheel, or tire rating.

Usually, the tire or wheel rating is lower than the axle rating, and determines GAWR.

gvWR: The maximum allowable gross weight of the trailer and its contents. The gross weight of the trailer includes the weight of the trailer and all of the items within it. GVWR is sometimes referred to as GTWR (Gross Trailer Weight Rating), or MGTW (Maximum Gross Trailer Weight). GVWR, GTWR and MGTW are all the same rating.

The sum total of the GAWR for all trailer axles may be less than the GVWR for the trailer, because some of the trailer load is to be carried by the tow vehicle, rather than by the trailer axle(s).The total weight of the cargo and trailer must not exceed the GVWR, and the load on an axle must not exceed its GAWR.

psIC: The tire pressure (psi) measured when cold.

vIn: The Vehicle Identifi cation Number.

empTY WeIgHT: Some information that comes with the trailer (such as the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin) is not a reliable source for “empty” or “net” weight. The shipping documents list average or standard weights and your trailer may be equipped with options.

To determine the “empty” or “net” weight of your trailer, weigh it on an axle scale. To fi nd the weight of the trailer using an axle scale, you must know the axle weights of your tow vehicle without the trailer coupled. Some of the trailer weight will be transferred from the trailer to the tow vehicle axles, and an axle scale weighs all axles, including the tow vehicle axles.

TOW veHICLe

The towing hitch attached to your tow vehicle must have a capacity equal to or greater than the load rating of the trailer you intend to tow.The hitch capacity must also be matched to the tow vehicle capacity.Your vehicle dealer can provide and install the proper hitch on your tow vehicle.

suspensIOn sYsTem

Sway bars, shock absorbers, heavy duty springs, heavy duty tires and other suspension components may be required to suffi ciently tow the trailer and pump.

sIDe vIeW mIRRORs

The size of the trailer that is being towed and your state law regulations determine the size of the mirrors. However, some states prohibit extended mirrors on a tow vehicle, except while a trailer is actually being towed. In this situation, detachable extended mirrors are necessary. Check with your dealer or the appropriate state agency for mirror requirements.

HeavY DuTY FLasHeR

A Heavy Duty Flasher is an electrical component that may be required when your trailer turn signal lights are attached to the tow vehicle fl asher circuit.

eLeCTRICaL COnneCTOR

An Electrical Connector connects the lights on the trailer to the lights on the towing vehicle.

emeRgenCY FLaRes anDTRIangLe ReFLeCTORs

It is wise to carry these warning devices even if you are not towing a trailer. It is particularly important to have these when towing a trailer because the hazard fl ashers of your towing vehicle will not operate for as long a period of time when the battery is running both the trailer lights and tow vehicle lights.

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Contents Model LT6D Proposition 65 warning Nhtsa Reporting Safety DefectsLT6D Light Tower Table of ContentsAddresses practices not related to personal injury Safety InformationSaFeTY messages SaFeTY sYmBOLsfirst aid kit GeneRaL saFeTY„ Always know the location of the nearest fire extinguisherLamp saFeTY Light Tower SafetyAny enclosed or narrow area EngIne saFeTY„ neveR tamper with the factory settings „ The engine of this equipmentFrom 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„ neveR use gas piping as an electrical ground ELeCTRICaL saFeTYPower Cord/Cable safety Grounding SafetyEnvIROnmenTaL saFeTY/DeCOmmIssIOnIng BaTTeRY saFeTYLabel must remain with the engine for its entire life EmIssIOns InFORmaTIOnEmission Control Label Lamp Footcandle Plot Lamp footcandle plotTrailer Specifications LT6D SpecificationsGenerator Specifications Engine Specifications Reference Letter Description Dimension DimensionsDimensions 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 Oil Check InspectionEngine Servicing Light tower inspectionWipe up any spilled fuel immediately Battery CheckFuel Check Operation in Freezing Weather Cleaning the RadiatorAir Cleaner Fan Belt Tension CoolantLight Power Cable Connections SetupIndoor Installation Lamp power cable connectionsLight tower from rolling Light tower groundingOutriggers and Support Stands Mast Operation Rotating the Mast Deploying the Mast Vertical PositionExtending the Mast Turning On the Lights OperationStarting the Engine VAC Gfci Receptacle Testing the 120 VAC Gfci ReceptacleApplying an External Load 120/240 VAC Twist-Lock ReceptacleFrequency MaintenanceBasic Inspection and Maintenance Inspection/MaintenanceOFF position Air CleanerClean the inside of the cover using a damp cloth General InspectionFuel Addition Service DailyCleaning the Fuel Strainer Replacing Fuel FilterFlushing Out Radiator and Changing Coolant Lamp ReplacementOil Filter Cartridge 200 Hours BeltReplace the pulley and the cable as needed Check Cable WearServicingthe Mast Raise/Lower Cable System Lower the mast to the horizontal resting position Servicingthe Mast Extension Cable SystemStorage Removal From Long Term StorageType Part Number Maintenance TrailersAdjustable Channel Trailer CouplersLeaf Suspension Wheel Hub AdjustmentTRaILeR TOWIng guIDeLInes COmmOn Causes for LOss of TRaILeRCOupLIng to THe TOW veHICLe DRIvIng COnDITIOnsTRaILeR vIn Tag InOpeRaBLe BRaKes, LIgHTs or mIRRORsTRaILeR TOWIng TIps SIDe vIeW mIRRORs ELeCTRICaL COnneCTORTOW veHICLe SuspensIOn sYsTemBaLL COupLeR SaFeTY CHaInsJaCKsTanD COupLeR TYpesLock washer and hitch frame Before coupling trailer, inspect the hitch ball for wearUncoupling the Ball Hitch Attaching safety ChainConnecting Trailer Lights Pintle Coupler and pintle Hook PInTLe COupLeRCoupling Trailer to Tow vehicle pintle Coupler Unsafe Tires, Lug nuts or WheelsBe sure lug nuts are tight before each tow Determining Load Limit of TrailerStep Tighten lug nuts 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 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 nutsSymptom Solution Troubleshooting generatorGenerator Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting engineEngine Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Solution Lamp Troubleshooting Troubleshooting lampsLamp 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 StartingControl 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