Product Manual
Table Of Contents
- Section 1: Introduction and Safety
- Section 2: General Information
- Section 3: Operation
- Unit Setup
- Raising the Mast—Manual Winch
- Raising the Mast—Electric Winch (If Equipped)
- Prestart Checklist
- Starting Unit—Analog Controls
- Starting Unit—Power Zone Controls (MANUAL Mode)
- Starting Unit—Power Zone Controls (AUTO Mode)
- Operating Lights—Analog Controls
- Operating Lights—Power Zone Controls (MANUAL Mode)
- Operating Lights—Power Zone Controls (AUTO Mode)
- Shutting Down Unit—Analog Controls
- Shutting Down Unit—Power Zone Controls (MANUAL Mode)
- Shutting Down Unit—Power Zone Controls (AUTO Mode)
- Automatic Shutdown
- Starting Utility Mode (If Equipped)—Analog Controls
- Starting Utility Mode (If Equipped—Power Zone Controls
- Stopping Utility Mode (If Equipped)—Analog Controls
- Stopping Utility Mode (If Equipped)—Power Zone Controls
- Dusk-to-Dawn Sensor (If Equipped)
- Customer Convenience Receptacles (If Equipped)
- Removing Loads from Receptacles (If Equipped)
- Storing the Unit
- Lowering the Mast—Manual Winch
- Lowering the Mast—Electric Winch (If Equipped)
- Positive Air Shutdown (PAS) (If Equipped)
- Lower Radiator Hose Heater (If Equipped)
- Tandem Tow (If Equipped)
- Telemetry (If Equipped)
- Spark Arrester (If Equipped)
- Heated Fuel Filter (If Equipped)
- Towing the Unit
- Lifting the Unit
- Tying Down the Unit
- Section 4: Maintenance
- Section 5: Troubleshooting
- Section 6: Wiring Diagrams
26 Owner’s Manual for Mobile Light Tower
Operation
Prestart Checklist
Before starting the unit, all items in the prestart checklist
must be completed. This checklist applies to both manual
and remote starting of the unit.
Verify all maintenance procedures are up to date. For
more information, refer to General Maintenance and
Basic Maintenance Schedule.
Perform a walk-around inspection. Refer to Daily
Walk-Around Inspection.
The unit must be level.
The unit must be dry. Inspect for water inside or near
the unit; dry if needed.
For grounding requirements, follow the National
Electrical Code (NEC), state, and local regulations.
Verify the control power switch is OFF (O).
Verify all circuit breakers are OFF (O).
Inspect all electrical cords; repair or replace any that
are cut, worn, or bare.
Verify all winch cables are in good condition and
centered on each pulley. Do not use if cables are
kinked or beginning to unravel.
Check oil, coolant, and fuel levels. For more
information, refer to General Maintenance.
Verify battery connections are secure.
Turn the battery disconnect switch on, if equipped.
Inspect the engine fan belt tension and condition.
Inspect the engine fan belt guard.
Inspect the engine exhaust system for loose or
rusted components.
Verify all covers are in place and secure.
Starting Unit—Analog Controls
NOTE: If the engine was run out of fuel or the fuel tank
was drained, it may be necessary to purge the fuel lines.
Refer to the engine operator’s manual supplied with the
unit.
1. Open unit hood.
2. See Figure 3-4. Switch the flex switch (if equipped)
to position 2.
Figure 3-4. Flex Switch—Position 2
3. Close unit hood.
4. See Figure 3-5. Switch lights to OFF (O).
Figure 3-5. Lights OFF (O)
5. See Figure 3-6. Switch main AC circuit breaker to
OFF (O).
Figure 3-6. Main AC Circuit Breaker OFF (O)
(000100a)
WARNING
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
(000230)
Equipment Damage. Do not continuously crank
engine for more than ten seconds. Doing so will lead
to overdischarge of batteries and starter seizure.
010585
010586
010587
MAIN AC
CIRCUIT
BREAKER