Lower Radiator Hose Heater (If Equipped); Tandem Tow (If Equipped); Telemetry (If Equipped); Spark Arrester (If Equipped) - Generac Power Systems MLTS Owner's Manual

Operation
Lower Radiator Hose Heater
(If Equipped)
The lower radiator hose heater is designed to prevent
engine coolant from freezing in extreme cold weather
conditions. While the heater is designed to be operated
overnight if necessary, 2–5 hours of heating just prior to
starting is usually sufficient for proper engine starting.
NOTE: Use the lower radiator hose heater only in its
designated location. Incorrect use can damage the
engine.
Proceed as follows when operating a unit equipped with
a lower radiator hose heater.
1. Verify the unit is level to maintain correct orienta-
tion of the heater while it is in operation.
2. Verify the cooling system is full of the correct
mixture of water and engine coolant before each
heater use.
3. Use only an undamaged, outdoor rated, three-
prong grounded 120VAC extension cord with a
minimum amperage rating of 10A. Connect the
cord to a properly grounded 120VAC GFCI outlet.
4. Before starting the engine, unplug the extension
cord from the power first, then unplug the heater
cord set from the extension cord.

Tandem Tow (If Equipped)

See Figure 3-13. The tandem tow hitch option (A) allows
the operator to tow a second MLTS Light Tower in series
behind the unit equipped with the hitch.
C B
Figure 3-13. Tandem Tow
IMPORTANT NOTE: Never tow more than two units
at once.
Connect any trailer wiring to the unit in front (B).
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Inspect for proper operation of the directional and
brake lights.
Connect the towing chains to the tie down locations
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(C).
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Avoid sharp turns when towing. Do not cross any
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obstacles more than 12 in (30.5 cm) deep.
Tandem tow speeds:
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a. Paved highway—45 mph (72 km/h)
b. Graded gravel—25 mph (40 km/h)
c. Cross country—10 mph (16 km/h)

Telemetry (If Equipped)

The digital telemetry option enables the operator to
remotely monitor the unit fuel level. A transmitter inside
the engine compartment sends real time equipment
status information to the user via cellular or satellite
connection.

Spark Arrester (If Equipped)

A spark arrester, installed on the unit exhaust, may be
required by code in certain municipalities. Contact the
local authority having jurisdiction to determine if a spark
arrester must be installed on the unit before operation.

Heated Fuel Filter (If Equipped)

See Figure
prevents diesel fuel from gelling in extremely cold
temperatures.
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Figure 3-14. Heated Fuel Filter

Towing the Unit

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Once the engine is shut down and the mast and lights are
correctly stowed, proceed as follows to prepare the unit
for towing.
1. Raise the outrigger jacks completely and release
the locking pins to rotate them up into the travel
position. Verify the locking pins snap into place.
Release the outrigger locking pins and slide the
outriggers into the trailer frame until the locking
pins snap into place.
2. Use the tongue jack to raise or lower the trailer
onto the hitch of the towing vehicle. Lock the hitch
3-14. An optional heated fuel filter (A)
Owner's Manual for Mobile Light Tower
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