Summary of Contents for Baldor POW'R LITE PL6000K
- Page 1 POW’R LITE PL6000K Portable Light Tower Installation & Operating Manual 9/06 MN2488...
- Page 2 WARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. WARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 Product Safety Information ............... . Safety Notice . - Page 4 ii Table of Contents MN2488...
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Page 5: Product Safety Information
Section 1 Product Safety Information Safety Notice Be sure that you are completely familiar with the safe operation of this equipment. This equipment may be connected to other machines that have rotating parts or parts that are controlled by this equipment. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury. Always disconnect all electrical loads before starting the light tower. -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
Symbols This symbol is shown throughout the manual to indicate a connection to ground reference point. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death. Precaution Statements Used In This Manual There are three classifications of precautionary statements used in this manual. - Page 7 Operation Warning Statements Continued WARNING: The mast assembly must remain in the stowed position until the outriggers are properly set to stabilize the trailer . Erecting the mast without setting the outriggers can cause the light tower set to tip over when raising the mast. WARNING: Never attempt to move the POW’R LITE when the mast is in the vertical position.
- Page 8 Operation Warning Statements Continued WARNING: Never allow children or pets to be in the area where the light tower is running. The light tower and the equipment being powered by the light tower may cause injury or death. WARNING: Never operate the light tower unless all guards, covers, shields and other safety items are properly installed.
- Page 9 Warning Statements Continued Installation WARNING: Installation and servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries. WARNING: Installation and repair procedures requires specialized skills with electrical generating equipment and small engine systems.
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Page 10: Caution Statements
Maintenance Statements Continued WARNING: A battery presents a risk of electrical shock hazard and high short circuit current. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury. Never wear jewelry, watch or any metal objects when in the area around the battery. WARNING: The battery electrolyte is a dilute sulfuric acid that is harmful to the skin and eyes. -
Page 11: General Information
Limited Warranty Baldor will replace or repair free of charge any part or parts of the generator of their manufacture that are defective in workmanship and materials for a period of time as set forth in the Warranty Period chart below. All Baldor products requiring warranty service shall be transported or shipped freight pre−paid to a Baldor Generator repair facility. - Page 12 2-2 General Information MN2488...
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Page 13: Receiving & Installation
Section 3 Receiving & Installation Receiving & Inspection When you receive your light tower, there are several things you should do immediately. Observe the condition of the light tower and report any damage immediately to the carrier that delivered your system. Verify that the part number of the system you received is the same as the part number listed on your purchase order. -
Page 14: Trailer Checks
These checks should be performed before first service, after 25 hours of operation and every 100 operating hours thereafter. Trailer Checks Single axle trailer with leaf springs and two tires. Verify that the hitch mechanism on the trailer opens and closes freely and is securely fastened to the trailer tongue. -
Page 15: Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections Class 1 wiring methods must be used for field wiring connections to terminals of a class 2 circuit. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to arrange for these procedures to be performed by a licensed electrical contractor and ensure conformance to all applicable codes including local codes peculiar to your municipality/city/county and state. -
Page 16: Battery Connections
Battery Connections WARNING: Removal, installation and servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries. WARNING: Do not mutilate the battery or dispose of a battery in a fire. The battery is capable of exploding. - Page 17 Figure 3-3 Trailer Harness MN2488 Receiving & Installation 3-5...
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Page 19: Operation
Section 4 Operation Preoperational Checklist Before the POW’R LITE is put into service, the items in Table 4-1 must be checked. Table 4-1 Pre−Operation Checklist Check unit for obvious structural damage. Make sure light mast is secure. Check that light fixtures are secured in place. Check that front and rear jacks are secure into position and operate properly. -
Page 20: Towing Instructions
WARNING: If the trailer is not properly secured to the tow vehicles tow hitch, the trailer may separate from the tow vehicle and cause severe injury or property damage. Always ensure that the tow hitch and trailer tongue are properly connected, in good working condition and that safety chains are properly connected from the trailer to the tow vehicle. -
Page 21: Trailer Setup
Figure 4-2 Lug Nut Tightening Specifications Tightening Sequence 4 Bolt 5 Bolt 6 Bolt 8 Bolt 10 Bolt Description Application Minimum Torque (ft−lbs.) Maximum Torque (ft−lbs.) Torque Specification 1/2” Cone nut 12” − 13” Wheel 14” − 16” Wheel 5/8” Cone nut Flat Disc Wheel 5/8”... -
Page 22: Light Tower Setup
Light Tower Setup See Figure 4-1 for component identification. WARNING: When erecting or stowing the mast assembly, be aware of the pinch points such as where the tower structures join or where the cable and winch are located. Careless operation can result in injury. -
Page 23: Engine Controller
Engine Controller The Engine Control panel is shown in Figure 4-5. The control is used to start and stop the engine and indicate fault conditions, automatically shutting down the engine and indicating the failure by LED. An integral anti−tamper engine hours counter and LCD display is also provided. Figure 4-5 Engine Controller Panel Over Speed Shutdown Engine Hours Display... -
Page 24: Pow'r Lite Operation
WARNING: Light fixtures become extremely hot during use. To prevent severe burns, do not touch light fixtures, bulbs or other components until they have cooled and no longer present a burn hazard. Wear protective clothing when placing the tower in the stowed position after use and do not allow any person to touch the light fixtures. - Page 25 Flood Light Operation: When the engine reaches operating speed and is operating smoothly, turn on one light and wait one second turn on another light and wait one second etc. until the flood lights are all on. Observe the operation of each flood light and replace defective bulbs if required. To change a bulb, refer to Section 5 of this manual.
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Page 26: Light Tower Stow Procedure
WARNING: Light fixtures become extremely hot during use. To prevent severe burns, do not touch light fixtures, bulbs or other components until they have cooled and no longer present a burn hazard. Wear protective clothing when placing the tower in the stowed position after use and do not allow any person to touch the light fixtures. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
Section 5 Troubleshooting and Maintenance WARNING: Before cleaning, inspecting, repairing, refueling or performing any maintenance, always be sure the engine has stopped and that all rotating parts have also stopped. After stopping, certain components are still extremely hot so be careful not to get burned. WARNING: Before servicing the light tower, be sure to disconnect the plug wires to help prevent accidental engine rotation or starting. -
Page 28: Cleaning
Cleaning Keeping the light tower clean is an important part of good operation. If dirt buildup is not removed, the light tower will run hotter than normal and it’s life is reduced. The following are general guidelines for cleaning. Clean the light tower and remove any and all dust, dirt, or other foreign material. Inspect and clean the cooling air intake and exhaust louvers of the enclosure. -
Page 29: Pow'r Lite Troubleshooting Guide
POW’R LITE Troubleshooting Guide Table 5-1 Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Remedy Mast will not raise to operating position. Mast Lock Pin still in place. Remove pin. Defective winch or cable. Have winch and cable examined by a qualified mechanic. Replace if required. - Page 30 Figure 5-7 Flood Light Mast Wiring 5-4 Troubleshooting and Maintenance MN2488...
- Page 31 Figure 5-8 Engine and Control Wiring MN2488 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 5-5...
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- Page 33 Baldor District Offices...
- Page 34 California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. BALDOR ELECTRIC COMPANY P.O. Box 2400 Ft. Smith, AR 72901- -2400 (479) 646- -4711 Fax (479) 648- -5792 © Baldor Electric Company Printed in USA MN2488 9/06...