Terex RL4000 Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual
Work Area Safety
Electrocution Hazards
This machine is not electrically insulated and will
not provide protection from contact with or
proximity to electrical current.
Maintain required clearances from electrical
power lines and apparatus in accordance with
applicable governmental regulations and the
following chart.
Line Voltage
0 to 50KV
50 to 200KV
200 to 350KV
350 to 500KV
500 to 750KV
750 to 1000KV
Allow for tower movement and electrical line sway
or sag, and beware of strong or gusty winds.
Do not operate the machine during lightning or
storms.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Keep away from the
machine if it contacts
energized power lines.
Personnel must not touch or
operate the machine until
power lines are shut off.
Do not connect wires directly to the generator.
Connect auxiliary equipment only to the power
outlets provided.
Do not service or replace the lamps with the
engine/generator running.
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This machine should be grounded in accordance
with all local electrical codes. Consult the local
electrical codes or Authority Having Jurisdiction
in the area where the machine will be used for
specific requirements.
Do not start the engine if you smell or detect diesel
fuel or other explosive substances.
Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
Required Clearance
Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in
10 ft 3.0 m
an open, well-ventilated area away from sparks,
15 ft 4.6 m
flames and lighted tobacco.
20 ft 6.1 m
Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations
or locations where potentially flammable or
25 ft 7.6 m
explosive gases or particles may be present.
35 ft 10.6 m
Do not spray ether into engines equipped with glow
45 ft 13.7 m plugs.
Do not raise the tower unless all outriggers are
properly deployed, the foot pads are in firm contact
with the ground and the machine is level.
Do not set the machine up on a surface where it
cannot be leveled using only the leveling jacks.
Do not hang any objects from the lights or the
tower.
Do not use the tower to raise material or
personnel.
Do not move the machine unless the tower is
lowered to the horizontal position.
RL4000 Light Towers
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Explosion and Fire Hazards
Tip-over Hazards
Do not raise the tower when
wind speeds may exceed 62
mph / 100 km/h.
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