Lowering Tower (Power Winch System) - WACKER Group LTC 4 Repair Manual

Operation
3.9

Lowering Tower (Power Winch System)

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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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ALWAYS observe the tower while raising and lowering the mast.
Be sure you read and understand the operating instructions
before lowering the tower!
If for any reason any part of the mast hangs up or the winch cable
develops slack before the mast is fully lowered, stop immediately!
Continuing to power the winch will increase slack in the cable. Too
much slack could cause mast to collapse should it suddenly free up. If
the mast hangs up, level the trailer. Slightly shake or twist the tower
assembly to free the bind. Contact an authorized WACKER service
representative immediately.
NEVER lower the mast while the unit is operating.
NEVER allow anyone to stand near the rear of the unit while lowering
the mast.
Turn the lights off. Shut down the engine.
CAUTION: Shutting down the engine before turning off the lights could
damage the floodlight ballasts or the generator capacitor(s).
CAUTION: Observe the power cord while lowering the tower. Make
sure the coiled cord is not damaged during the lowering process.
Lower the tower by turning and holding the telescope rotary switch (w)
on the control panel in the down position.
CAUTION: Continuous running of the winch in excess of 4 minutes will
damage the winch motor.
Note: It is normal for smoke to be produced during the first few
operations of a new power winch.
Loosen the rotation locking knob (s) and using the handle (u), rotate
the mast so the lights face the rear of the trailer and the mast-mounted
winch is facing toward the trailer tongue.
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