Raising The Mast - Generac Mobile Products MLT6SK Operating Manual

Operation
6. Turn the jack handles clockwise to start leveling the trailer (E). Adjust all three jacks by turning their handles
clockwise until they are firmly in contact with the ground and continue until the wheels are approximately 1
inch (2.5 cm) off the ground (F).
7. Before raising the mast, it may be necessary to adjust the lamps. The lamps may be adjusted up, down, left
or right by loosening the wing nuts on the trunnion (H) and aiming them in the desired direction. Tighten the
hardware completely and make sure the lamps are connected to the junction box (J).

RAISING THE MAST

1. Set up and level the unit. Refer to
Up" on page 17.
WARNING
The unit must be leveled with
the outriggers extended before
raising the mast. The
outriggers must remain
extended while the mast is up.
Failure to level the unit or
extend the outriggers will
severely reduce the stability
and could allow the unit to tip
2. Check the mast cables for excessive wear or
damage. Make sure the cables are properly cen-
tered in each pulley (A). Check the electrical
cord for damage.
WARNING
Do not start the unit if
insulation on the electrical
cord is cut or worn through.
Bare wires in contact with the
mast or frame may energize the
unit and cause electrocution.
Repair or replace a damaged
3. Use the winch to extend the mast slowly, making
sure that the coiled electrical cord is extending at
the top sections of the mast. If, for any reason,
the winch cable begins to develop slack or any
of the mast sections get stuck, STOP IMMEDI-
ATELY and contact an authorized service center.
Do not extend the mast beyond the colored mark on the lower mast section (B). A limit
switch on the main mast section will disconnect power to the upper electric winch to prevent
18
"Light Tower Set
and fall.
cord.
overextending the mast.
MLT6SM/K-8SK Operating Manual
A
C
Figure 8 - Pulley Locations - Manual Winch
CAUTION
STOP
DETAIL B
B
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