PAGE 18 — LT12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #12 (01/20/09)
COMPONENTS
Major Components (Control Panel Side)Figure 3.
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Figures 3 and 4 show the location of the controls and
components for the LT12 series light tower. The function
of each control is described below.
Mast Rotation Locking Knob 1. — Unscrew this knob
to release mast for rotation. Tighten this knob to lock
mast after it is set to the desired position.
Mast Extension Winch 2. — Use this winch to extend
the mast to the desired height. Maximum height is
approximately 31.5 feet (9.6 meters).
Mast Rotation Handles 3. — Grip these handles to rotate
mast to desired position.
Lifting Bale 4. — Light tower can be lifted using this lifting
bale. The lifting bale is balanced for a fully confi gured
light tower. Removal of any components will unbalance
the lifting bale.
Forklift Pockets 5. — Light tower can be lifted using
these forklift pockets. Insert the forks of the forklift as
far possible into the pockets.
Mast Cradle Support 6. — When towing of the light
tower is required, place the tower mast into the cradle
support. Make sure cradle lock/release pin has been
inserted and mast is locked.
T-Bar 7. — Allows the lamps to be mounted vertically or
horizontally.
Lamps 8. — Four 1000-watt metal-halide bulbs with
a 110,000 lumens capacity each. Light coverage is
typically between 5 to 7 acres.
Cradle Lock/Release Pin 9. — Locks mast in cradle
support and releases mast when removed.
Rear Jackstands 10. — There are two jackstands located
at the rear of the trailer. Use these jackstands to level
and support the light tower.
Chock Blocks 11. — Place these blocks (not included
as part of the light tower package) under each trailer
wheel to prevent rolling.
Outrigger Jacks 12. — Use these 2 outrigger jacks to
level and support the light tower. For more stability, the
outriggers can be deployed.
Tongue Jackstand 13. — Use this jackstand to support
the tongue when attaching the light tower to a towing
vehicle.