Product Manual A

Introduction and Safety
2 Owner’s Manual for PLT240 Light Tower
General Hazards
Fire Hazards
Electrical Hazards
Operating Safety
Positioning the Unit
• The area immediately surrounding the unit should be
dry, clean, and free of debris.
• Position and operate the unit on a firm, level surface.
• If the unit requires external grounding (using the
grounding stud on the control panel), follow any
local, state, and National Electrical Code (NEC)
guidelines when connecting.
(000111)
WARNING
Moving Parts. Keep clothing, hair, and
appendages away from moving parts. Failure
to do so could result in death or serious injury.
(000108)
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces
could result in severe burns or fire.
WARNING
Risk of injury. Do not operate or service this
machine if not fully alert. Fatigue can impair the
ability to service this equipment and could result
in death or serious injury.
(000215)
WARNING
Do not operate this unit while transporting.
Doing so could result in death or serious
injury.
(000231)
(000234a)
WARNING
Crushing hazard. Verify unit is properly secured
and on level ground. An unsecured unit can
suddenly roll or move, causing death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
(000306)
Equipment Damage. Failure to perform a
daily inspection could result in damage to
the unit.
(000110)
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
(000354)
DANGER
Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident,
immediately shut power OFF and disconnect unit
from source. Use non-conductive implements to free
victim from live conductor. Apply first aid and get medical help.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
(000104)
DANGER
Electrocution. Water contact with a power
source, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
(000152)
DANGER
Electrocution. Verify electrical system is
properly grounded before applying power.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious
injury.
(000188)
DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Electrocution. DO NOT use the unit if
electrical cord is cut or worn through. Doing
so will result in death or serious injury.
(000263a)
(000260a)
High Voltage. Verify area above unit is clear
of overhead wires and obstructions. Contact
with high-voltage power lines will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER