Multiquip LT12D, LT12P operation manual Operation, Starting the Engine Perkins

STARTING THE ENGINE

The LT12 Series Light Tower is available with two types of engines (Perkins or Lombardini/Deutz).The engine starting procedure for both engines are described below.

Starting the Engine (Perkins)

1.Open the access panel door on the right side of the light tower (opposite the fuel tank). Set the door latch in place to hold the door open (up).

2.Insert the ignition key into the ignition key switch (Figure 14). Turn the ignition key clockwise to the ON position. The preheat indicator lamp will light. Wait for this indicator lamp to go OFF. When the indicator lamp goes OFF, the glow plugs have been preheated and the engine can now be started.

*EMERGENCY SHUT DOWNS *

			Flashing LED Indicates
			Cause of Shut Down
	WATER TEMP
	OIL PRESSURE		AIR FILTER
	PRE-HEAT
IGNITION	INDICATOR
	When Light Goes Out		When Flashing
KEY	Indicate Start		Indicates Low Battery Charge
SWITCH		OFF	N
			O
			S
			T
			A
			R
			T

Figure 14. Ignition Key Switch (Perkins Engine)

3.Continue turning the ignition key in a clockwise direction to the START position. When the engine has started, release the key.

4.Before placing the light tower into actual operation, let it run for 3-5 minutes. Check for any abnormal sounds or smells that would be associated with a defective light tower. If any abnormal conditions occur, shut down the light tower and correct the problem.

OPERATION

Starting the Engine (Lombardini/Deutz Engines)

1.Open the access panel door on the right side of the light tower (opposite the fuel tank). Set the door latch in place to hold the door open (up).

2.Insert the ignition key into the ignition key switch (Figure 15). Turn the ignition key clockwise one click to the ON position. The preheat indicator lamp will light. Wait for this indicator lamp to go OFF. When the indicator lamp goes OFF, the glow plugs have been preheated and the engine can now be started.

LOMBARDINI

IGNITION

KEY

SWITCH

Figure 15. Ignition Key Switch (Lombardini/

Deutz Engine)

3.Continue turning the ignition key all the way clockwise When the engine has started, release the key.

4.Before placing the light tower into actual operation, let the engine run for 3-5 minutes. Check any abnormal sounds or smells that would be associated with a defective light tower. If any abnormal conditions occur, shut down the light tower and correct the problem.

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