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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Light Tower MLT6SMDS • MLT6SKDS S/N 3002908801 and above 008615 For technical assistance contact: www.generacmobileproducts.com Technical Support 1-800-926-9768 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
- Page 2 Use this page to record important information about your light tower. ecord the information found on your unit data label on this Unit Model Number Unit Serial Number Locations page. See Engine and generator serial numbers are located on separate data plates affixed to the engine and generator respectively.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction and Safety Section 3: Operation Introduction ..............1 Light Tower Setup ............25 Read This Manual Thoroughly ........1 Raising the Mast—Manual Winch ......26 Safety Rules ..............1 Raising the Mast—Electric Winch How to Obtain Service ..........1 (If Equipped) ...............27 General Hazards ............2 Raising the Mast—Power Zone-DLA (If Equipped) ...............28... - Page 4 Section 4: Maintenance DC Wiring Option—Heated Fuel Filter – MLT6SMDS ..............54 Emissions Information ..........37 DC Wiring Option—Heated Fuel Filter – Daily Walk-Around Inspection ........37 MLT6SKDS ..............55 General Maintenance ..........37 DC Wiring—Electric Winch Option ......56 Preparing for Service ..........
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Page 5: Section 1: Introduction And Safety
Introduction and Safety Section 1: Introduction and Safety Introduction about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them Thank you for purchasing a Generac Mobile Products, LLC carefully. Alert definitions are as follows: product. This unit has been designed to provide high- performance, efficient operation, and years of use when maintained properly. -
Page 6: General Hazards
Introduction and Safety General Hazards Explosion and Fire Hazards DANGER DANGER Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are Asphyxiation. Running engines produce extremely flammable and explosive. Add fuel carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, in a well ventilated area. Keep fire and spark poisonous gas. -
Page 7: Electrical Hazards
Introduction and Safety Electrical Hazards Battery Hazards DANGER DANGER Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident, Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive working on this equipment. Doing so will implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply result in death or serious injury. -
Page 8: Fuel Hazards
Introduction and Safety Fuel Hazards Operating Safety Positioning the Unit DANGER Explosion and fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely DANGER flammable and explosive. No leakage of fuel is permitted. Keep fire and spark away. Failure to do High Voltage. Verify area above unit is clear of overhead wires and obstructions. -
Page 9: Raising And Lowering The Mast
Introduction and Safety Service Safety Raising and Lowering the Mast WARNING WARNING Electrocution. Do not set up or operate Accidental start-up. Disconnect negative battery this unit if severe weather is expected. terminal before servicing to prevent accidental engine Lightning strikes can kill or cause severe injury even if you are not touching the unit. -
Page 10: Towing Safety
Introduction and Safety Towing Safety Reporting Trailer Safety Defects Towing a trailer requires care. Both the trailer and vehicle If you believe your trailer has a defect which could cause must be in good condition and securely fastened to each a crash or could cause injury or death, you should other to reduce the possibility of an accident. -
Page 11: Safety And Operating Decals
Introduction and Safety Safety and Operating Decals Figure 1-1 through Figure 1-3. This unit features Replace any missing or hard-to-read decals and use care numerous safety and operating decals. These decals when washing or cleaning the unit. Decal part numbers provide important operating instructions and warn of found parts... - Page 12 Introduction and Safety 1 Inch (25 mm) 0°± 5° 10000035325 1 Inch (25 mm) 0°± 5° 008626 10000035402 Figure 1-1. Decal Locations (1 of 3) Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower...
- Page 13 Introduction and Safety DANGER OVERHEAD POWER LINES Contact with overhead electrical power lines will cause serious injury or death. Do not position light tower under electrical power lines. GEFAHR Der kontakt mit elektrischen Hochspannungsleitungen kann zu schweren oder lebensgefährlichen Verletzungen führen.
- Page 14 Introduction and Safety retract outriggers with tower up. retract outriggers with tower up. Nicht zurückziehen Ausleger mit Turm auf. Nicht zurückziehen Ausleger mit Turm auf. No retraiga estabilizadores con la torre de arriba. No retraiga estabilizadores con la torre de arriba.
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Page 15: Section 2: General Information
General Information Section 2: General Information Specifications DESCRIPTION UNITS MLT6SMDS MLT6SKDS Engine ® ® Manufacturer Mitsubishi Kubota Model L3E-W461ML D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 EPA Tier — Tier 4 Tier 4 Final Fuel Consumption—Full Load gph (Lph) 0.67 (2.54) 0.68 (2.57) Fuel Consumption—Lights Only gph (Lph) 0.34 (1.29) 0.29 (1.10) -
Page 16: Unit Serial Number Locations
General Information Unit Serial Number Locations Refer to the illustration to locate the unit ID tag and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) tag on the unit. Important information, such as the unit serial number, model number, VIN, and tire loading information are found on these tags. Record the information from these tags so it is available if the tags are lost or damaged. -
Page 17: Trailer Tongue Storage And Tow Positions
General Information Trailer Tongue Storage and Tow CAUTION Positions Pinching and crushing hazard. To avoid The trailer tongue is designed to fold upright for shipping possible injury, keep fingers away from pivot and storage. point when folding or unfolding trailer tongue. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not attempt to tow the unit (000313) with trailer tongue in the storage position. -
Page 18: Place Trailer Tongue In Storage Position
General Information Place Trailer Tongue in Storage Position 1. Verify unit is on a level surface and wheels are blocked. 2. See Figure 2-6. Extend jack (A) enough to allow minimum effort to pivot trailer tongue into storage position. 003591 Figure 2-8. -
Page 19: Unit Dimensions
General Information Unit Dimensions 008644 Figure 2-9. Unit Dimensions MLT6SMDS 118 in (3 m) 101 in (2.6 m) 23 ft (7 m) 57 in (1.5 m) 120.5 in (3.1 m) MLT6SKDS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 20: Component Locations
General Information Component Locations 008645 Figure 2-10. Component Locations—Front and Left Side Grounding studs: Tongue jack Interior: On enclosure floor behind controller Exterior: On bumper Outriggers and Jacks (2) Mast rotation knob Fuel fill Winch Tie-down locations (4) Lights (4) Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... - Page 21 General Information 008646 Figure 2-11. Component Locations—Rear and Right Sidezz Central lift point Tandem tow mount (optional—not shown) Engine/radiator access hood Hood latch Forklift pocket Key start controller or Power Zone™-DLA controller (optional—not shown) Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower...
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Page 22: Control Panel
General Information Control Panel DC CIRCUIT MAST LIGHT CIRCUIT BREAKERS AC CIRCUIT BREAKER BREAKERS CONTROL POWER MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER Control Panel with Power Zone (if equipped) Control Panel without Power Zone 008707 Figure 2-12. Control Panel Features Control Panel Features and Functions (A) DC circuit breaker (G) Engine hour meter Resets the DC electrical circuit that powers the control... -
Page 23: Power Zone-Dla (If Equipped)
General Information Power Zone–DLA (If Equipped) The Power Zone–DLA is an AUTO start controller that engine shuts down automatically and the LCD window monitors the unit and indicates operational status and shows the fault that caused the shutdown. To resume fault conditions. -
Page 24: Operator Screens
General Information Operator Screens Mast Operation Screen Figure 2-16. Mast Operation Screen allows the Figure 2-14. The operator screens display the most operator to raise or lower the mast. relevant and critical information needed to properly configure and use the unit. From these six screens, the operator can access information necessary to operate the unit under normal conditions. -
Page 25: Dusk To Dawn Screen
General Information Lights Screen Generator Screen Figure 2-18. The Lights screen allows the operator Figure 2-20. The Generator screen displays the to turn the lights on and off. Refer to Light Operation average line voltage, frequency (in Hertz), and power (Key Switch Models) for more information. - Page 26 General Information Scheduler Screen Icon Description NOTE: This feature will only work in AUTO mode. Event log screen Figure 2-22. The Scheduler screen allows the About screen operator to program specific times for the lights to turn on and off. Once programmed, the Scheduler will start the engine and illuminate the lights until the designated Proceed as follows to enter the navigation menu: shutdown time.
- Page 27 General Information To clear alarms that stop the generator, refer to • Warnings are non-critical alarm conditions and do Resetting the Maintenance Alarms (If Equipped). not affect the operation of the generator system. They serve to draw the operator’s attention to an NOTE: The LCD backlight is on if the unit has sufficient undesirable condition.
- Page 28 General Information 3. Repeatedly press the ↑ or ↓ buttons until the LCD window displays the desired event. Continuing to press down the ↑ or ↓ buttons will cycle through past alarms. Eventually the most recent alarm will display and the cycle begins again. To exit the event log, press the ↑...
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Page 29: Section 3: Operation
Operation Section 3: Operation Light Tower Setup DETAIL B DETAIL C DETAIL D 1” DETAIL E 008708 Figure 3-1. Set Up Outriggers and Jacks 2. Place the unit on firm ground that is relatively flat (less than 5° slope), and then block the wheels to DANGER prohibit movement. -
Page 30: Raising The Mast-Manual Winch
Operation 6. See Detail E. Rotate each jack handle clockwise to the mast rotation knob to secure the mast in start leveling the trailer. Adjust all three jacks by position. rotating their handles clockwise until they are firmly 4. Using both hands, rotate the winch (B) to slowly in contact with the ground. -
Page 31: Raising The Mast-Electric Winch (If Equipped)
Operation Raising the Mast—Electric Winch 1. Set up and level the unit. See Light Tower Setup. (If Equipped) 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) WARNING Tipping hazard. -
Page 32: Raising The Mast-Power Zone-Dla (If Equipped)
Operation is extending at the top sections of the mast. Stop 3. See Figure 2 Figure 3-5. Press the up/down extending the mast when the colored mark (C) on arrows (A) until the mast screen is shown. the second mast section is visible as seen in Detail IMPORTANT NOTE: A limit switch on the main mast section will disconnect power to the electric winch to prevent overextending the mast. -
Page 33: Prestart Checklist
Operation Prestart Checklist Starting the Unit (Key Switch Models) 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. CAUTION WARNING Equipment Damage. Do not continuously crank engine for more than ten seconds. -
Page 34: Preparing For Start-Up (Power Zone-Dla)
Operation 3. See Figure 3-8. Turn the key to the right START position and hold it until the engine cranks and starts running. 002354 Figure 3-10. Select AUTO or MANUAL Mode Manually Starting the Unit Figure 3-8. Crank Engine STOP mode is the default start-up setting for all units equipped with the Power Zone–DLA. -
Page 35: Light Operation (Key Switch Models)
Operation Light Operation (Key Switch Models) WARNING Burn hazard. Never operate lights with a damaged or missing lens cover. Lamps are hot and pressurized while in use. Unprotected lamps can shatter, causing severe injury. (000277) 1. Verify the unit is ON and running smoothly. 2. -
Page 36: Dusk To Dawn Sensor (Power Zone-Dla) (If Equipped)
Operation Dusk to Dawn Sensor (Power Zone–DLA) (If Equipped) Figure 3-13. If equipped with the Power Zone-DLA controller, this unit includes “dusk dawn” nightwatchman sensor (A) to detect the surrounding light level, automatically starting the engine and turning the lights on at dusk. The engine will run and the lights will remain illuminated until dawn. -
Page 37: Automatic Shutdown
Operation Lowering the Mast—Electric NOTE: Disconnect the battery if the unit will be stored for an extended period. Refer to the engine operator’s Winch (If Equipped) manual for additional extended storage procedures. NOTE: On key switch models, key must be in RUN to Automatic Shutdown operate electric winch. -
Page 38: Manually Lowering The Mast
Operation Manually Lowering the Mast WARNING IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use this procedure unless it is absolutely necessary. Frequent use of Personal Injury. Stop immediately if the mast hangs up or the winch cable develops slack. Excess slack this procedure could damage the motor shaft. could cause the mast to collapse, resulting in personal 1. -
Page 39: Reset The Pas
Operation is closed by verifying that the knob has rotated perpen- • Connect the towing chains to the tie down locations dicular to the pipe centerline. If valve does not close, con- (C). tact Generac Mobile Products Technical Support. • Avoid sharp turns when towing. -
Page 40: Towing The Unit
Operation Towing the Unit Lifting the Unit Once the engine is shut down and the mast and lights are Proceed as follows to prepare the unit for lifting: correctly stowed, proceed as follows to prepare the unit 1. Verify the equipment being used to lift the unit is in for towing. -
Page 41: Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance Section 4: Maintenance Emissions Information 3. Disconnect the negative (–) terminal on the battery. 4. Attach a “Do Not Start” sign to the control panel to For warranty information, please refer to the diesel signify that the unit is being serviced and reduce engine manual supplied with this unit. -
Page 42: Basic Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Basic Maintenance Schedule • DO NOT start the unit if the engine oil level is below the ADD mark on the dipstick. Refer to the original equipment manufacturer’s operating • Normal operating level is in the cross-hatch manual for a complete list of maintenance requirements. pattern between the full and add markings on Failure to comply with the procedures as described in the the dipstick. - Page 43 Maintenance ® Table 4-2. Basic Maintenance Schedule—MLT6SK (Kubota First Every Every Item Daily Required Hours Hours Hours Check oil level Check coolant level Check fuel level Check tire pressure Inspect wheel bearings Inspect all electrical connections ...
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Page 44: Resetting The Maintenance Alarms (If Equipped)
Maintenance Resetting the Maintenance 2. Verify the cable and cable attachments are not damaged. Contact Generac Mobile Products, LLC Alarms (If Equipped) to order a replacement cable if necessary. The Power Zone-DLA controller will display a warning 3. Referring to the “Lift / Let Down” decal on the message when the unit is due for maintenance or winch, turn handle according to the specified service. -
Page 45: Winch Mechanical Brake
Maintenance Winch Mechanical Brake The mechanical brake generates heat when loads are Whine or chatter associated with a new mechanical lowered and the wire cable is powered out. Avoid brake is normal and typically disappears with use. overheating the mechanical brake. Overheating the Overheating the mechanical brake may result in mechanical brake may result in permanent damage to, or permanent damage to, or failure of, the brake. - Page 46 Maintenance This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower...
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Page 47: Section 5: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Section 5: Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting WARNING Risk of burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil or coolant. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. (000139) Some of the more common problems are listed in the table below. -
Page 48: Troubleshooting The Lights
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Lights IMPORTANT NOTE: Only a qualified electrician should troubleshoot or repair electrical problems WARNING occurring in this equipment. Contact Generac Mobile Electrocution. Potentially lethal voltages are generated Products Technical Service at 1-800-926-9768 for by this equipment. Render the equipment safe before assistance if you have any questions, or if problems attempting repairs or maintenance. -
Page 49: Section 6: Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams Section 6: Wiring Diagrams Mast Junction Box Wiring and Light Connections Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 50: Ac Diagram Mlt6Skds - Non Power Zone/Key Equipped
Wiring Diagrams AC Diagram MLT6SKDS - Non Power Zone/Key Equipped Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 51: Ac Wiring Diagram Mlt6Smds - Non Power Zone/Key Equipped
Wiring Diagrams AC Wiring Diagram MLT6SMDS - Non Power Zone/Key Equipped Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 52: Ac Wiring Diagram-Mlt6Skds With Power Zone
Wiring Diagrams AC Wiring Diagram—MLT6SKDS With Power Zone Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 53: Ac Wiring Diagram-Mlt6Smds Power Zone (If Equipped)
Wiring Diagrams AC Wiring Diagram—MLT6SMDS Power Zone (If Equipped) Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 54: Dc Wiring Diagram-Mlt6Smds Non Power Zone/Key Equipped
Wiring Diagrams DC Wiring Diagram—MLT6SMDS Non Power Zone/Key Equipped STRT SPLICE SPADE GY/BL SPLICE GY/BL SPADE BK/WT SPLICE 90510_D_10.03.14 Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 55: Dc Wiring Diagram-Mlt6Smds Power Zone (If Equipped)
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Page 56: Dc Wiring Diagram Mlt6Skds - Without Power Zone
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Page 57: Dc Wiring Diagram-Mlt6Skds Power Zone (If Equipped)
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Page 58: Dc Wiring Option-Heated Fuel Filter - Mlt6Smds
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Page 59: Dc Wiring Option-Heated Fuel Filter - Mlt6Skds
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Page 60: Dc Wiring-Electric Winch Option
Wiring Diagrams DC Wiring—Electric Winch Option TOP SWITCH (DOWN STOP) BOTTOM SWITCH (UP STOP) WINCH TIME DELAY RELAY SWITCH 1 CONTACTOR 1 BK/WT BK/VI BK/VI BK/VI DOWN BATTERY 90596_A_07.19.16 Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 61: Trailer Lights Wiring
Wiring Diagrams Trailer Lights Wiring SPADE VI/YL SPADE BK/WT SPADE SPADE SPADE SPLICE SPADE 90520_D_08.27.14 Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... -
Page 62: Dc Wiring-Electric Winch Option-Power Zone (If Equipped)
Wiring Diagrams DC Wiring—Electric Winch Option—Power Zone (If Equipped) 90615_A_12.15.15 Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower... - Page 63 Service Log Section 7: Service Log OIL GRADE:______________________________________ BRAND: __________________________________ COOLANT MIXTURE: ______________________________ BRAND: __________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Hours to Coolant Hours to Coolant Date Oil Level Date Oil Level Service Level Service Level Owner’s Manual for MLT6SMDS - MLT6SKDS Light Tower...
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- Page 68 Part No. 10000034714 Rev. A 08/06/18 ©2018 Generac Mobile Products, LLC All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Generac Mobile Products, LLC No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written 215 Power Drive, Berlin, WI 54923 consent from Generac Mobile Products, LLC.