Operation
so the jack pad is facing down and the spring
loaded locking pin snaps into place.
6. Pull the locking pin on the rear jack (F) and rotate it
90º until the spring loaded pin snaps back into
place. Turn the jack handle clockwise to start
leveling the trailer.
7. Rotate each jack handle clockwise to start leveling
the trailer. Adjust all four jacks by rotating their
handles clockwise until they are firmly in contact
with the ground (G).
8. 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 the lamps in the desired
direction. Tighten the hardware completely and
make sure the lamps are connected to the junction
box.
Flagger Station Setup
WARNING
Driving Hazard. Follow instructions carefully.
Failure to correctly set up flagger station may cause
hazardous driving conditions, resulting in serious
injury or death.
1. Position the tower 10 ft. (3.05 m) from the
roadside.
2. Follow steps 2 - 6 from the section
Setup.
3. See
Figure
3-2. Before raising the tower, aim the
two top 1000W or 1050W lamps towards the
ground so they will face away from the road when
the tower is raised. Aim the two bottom 400W
lamps away from the ground and rotate them 20º
towards the light tower.
NOTE: Use the alignment decal on the side of the lower
lamps to aim them.
180°
Figure 3-2. Light Rotation
12
Prestart Checklist
Before starting the unit, all items in the prestart check-
list must be completed. This checklist applies to both
manual and remote starting of the unit.
Verify all maintenance procedures are up to date. For
more information, refer to
Basic Maintenance
The unit must be level.
The unit must be dry. Look for water inside or near
the unit; dry if needed.
For grounding requirements, follow the National
Electrical Code (NEC), state, and local.
Verify the Control Power switch is in the OFF (O)
position.
Verify all circuit breakers are in the OFF (O) position.
Inspect all electrical cords; repair or replace any that
are cut, worn, or bare.
(000367)
Verify all winch cables are in good condition and
centered on each pulley. Do not use if cables are
kinked or beginning to unravel.
Light Tower
Check oil, coolant, and fuel levels. For more
information, refer to
Verify battery connections are secure.
Turn the battery disconnect switch on, if equipped.
Check the engine fan belt tension and condition.
Check the engine fan belt guard.
Check the engine exhaust system for loose or rusted
components.
Verify all covers are in place and secure.
20°
20°
Align 20°
Mark with
Trunion
004474
WARNING
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.
General Maintenance
Schedule.
General
Maintenance.
Owner's Manual for MLT Light Tower
(000100a)
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