Raising The Mast With Electric Winch Option - Generac Mobile Products MLT6SK Operating Manual

4. Rotate the mast by loosening the mast rotation knob at the bottom of the mast (C). Turn the mast until the
lights face in the desired direction and then tighten the mast rotation knob to secure the mast in position.

RAISING THE MAST WITH ELECTRIC WINCH OPTION

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. Press and hold the winch control switch (B)
upward to telescope the mast to the desired
height. 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 (C). A limit
switch on the main mast section will disconnect power to the upper electric winch to prevent
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Never raise or lower the mast while the unit is operating.
"Light Tower Set
and fall.
cord.
overextending the mast.
MLT6SM/K-8SK Operating Manual
WARNING
A
D
Figure 9 - Switch & Pulley Locations - Electric Winch
CAUTION
Operation
DETAIL B
STOP
DETAIL C
C
B
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