Lowering The Mast - Generac Power Systems MLT3080KV Operating Manual

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LOWERING THE MAST

ELECTRICALLY LOWERING THE MAST
1. Shut down the lights and engine. Allow the lights to cool 10-15 minutes before lowering the mast.
2. If the trailer is going to be moved, it is recommended that the mast is turned so the lights face toward the back
of the unit. To rotate the mast:
A. Loosen the mast rotation knob.
B. Rotate the mast until the white arrows are aligned and the metal stop tabs are touching. The winch and lights
should be facing toward the back of the unit.
C. Tighten the mast rotation knob.
3. Press and hold the winch control toggle switch downward to collapse the mast to its lowest position. Ensure the
electrical cord does not get caught in, or pinched by, the mast while it is being lowered.
STOP IMMEDIATELY if the mast hangs up, or the winch cable begins to develop slack.
Excess slack in the cable could cause the mast to collapse, which could result in personal
injury or equipment damage. Contact an authorized service center.
Note: If the generator is not operational, and the batteries do not have enough power to lower the mast, it may be
necessary to lower the mast manually.
Note: Generac Mobile Products strongly recommends that the lights be removed from the mast and stowed for
transportation. Refer to
""Removing the Lights for Transportation" on page
MANUALLY LOWERING THE MAST
Do not use this procedure unless it is absolutely necessary. Continuous use of this procedure
could damage the planetary gear brake of the winch. This procedure will not work if the
1. Remove the power cables from the two terminals on
the winch motor assembly (A).
2. Remove the two flange head screws (B) securing the
winch motor assembly to the winch. Retain the
screws for reassembly.
3. Carefully remove the motor assembly (C), making
sure the two pieces do not separate.
4. Insert a 3/8" allen head wrench (D) into the sleeve
bearing.
5. Rotate the wrench counter-clockwise to lower the
mast. If any slack is observed in the cable, stop immediately and remove the slack.
6. When the mast is completely down, reinstall the winch motor assembly, securing it with the screws retained in
step 2.
CAUTION
planetary gear brake is damaged.
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