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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL GloBug 4-Spot MODEL GB43SC LIGHTING SYSTEM (FOR USE WITH MQ SERIES GENERATORS) Revision #5 (10/09/19) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Wiring Diagram ............26 Specifications and part numbers are subject to change Explanation of Code in Remarks Column....28 without notice. Suggested Spare Parts ......... 29 PAGE 4 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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NOTES GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 5...
COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. PAGE 6 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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This information will be invaluable in the case of an DO NOT use the equipment for any purpose other than emergency. its intended purposes or applications. GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 7...
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ALWAYS have a trained technician to install and out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel. remove lamp or replace any damaged fi xture wiring. PAGE 8 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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Make sure the mast is completely lowered before lifting shock, electrocution and the lighting system. even death. Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of suffi cient strength. GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 9...
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ALWAYS remove lamp assembly from the mast when transporting lighting system. This will prevent damage to the bulb due to vibration. PAGE 10 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
364 lbs. (165 kg) Lamp Lamp Type Four 400-Watt Metal Halide Lumens 136,000 Mast Number of Stages Maximum Height 13.8 ft. (4.2 meters) Generator See Specified Generator Manual GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 11...
COMPONENTS Figure 2. Major Components PAGE 14 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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13. Counterweight Lever — Holds the outriggers in place when deployed. 14. Locking Clamps — To secure the generator to the GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 15...
For additional safety, use chock blocks to prevent rolling. STEP DOWN ON BRAKE PEDAL LAMP SOCKET Figure 6. Installing the Lamp PARKING BRAKE SET Figure 4. Parking Brake (Set Position) PAGE 16 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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Figure 8. Securing Latch Figure 10. Locking Lamp Stand CAUTION When operating the fold lever, keep hands and fingers clear of the pinch points to prevent injury. GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 17...
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The possibility exists of electrocution, even death, if the GloBug comes in contact with high voltage power lines. Figure 13. Adjusting Angle of Light PAGE 18 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
DO NOT shut down generator engine with the lamp TYPICAL switch on. This could cause damage or break the GENERATOR generator. GLOBUG 4-SPOT FRONT PANEL POWER CABLE 120V Figure 16. 120 VAC Receptacle GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 19...
3. Holding the lighting unit with one hand, pull up the fold lever with the other hand (Figure 18). PUSH DOWN FOLD LEVER LOCK LEVER Figure 18. Fold Lever Figure 20. Locking Lamp Stand PAGE 20 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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8. Press down on the top of the brake pedal (Figure 22) and hold, then release. This action will disengage the brake mechanism and allow the GloBug to be moved. Figure 23. Parking Brake (Released Position) GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 21...
MAINTENANCE PAGE 22 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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Generator output not 125 VAC? Adjust or replace generator. v - Daily Check n - Every 20 Hours l - Every 100 hours s - Every 500 hours GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 23...
Lamp only lights for a short time. Is ambient temperature too high Move lamp where there is proper (more than 104 °F (40 °C)? ventilation. PAGE 24 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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(Repair). lowered. Winch up mast a little and lower mast by Is safety stopper not working correctly? putting a load on it (Repair). GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 25...
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 28 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
1....A300069800 ..BALLAST ASSY 1....E000032000 ..CAPACITOR 1....1311100161 ..MIRROR/LENS NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 29...
These surfaces are extremely hot! ALWAYS allow sufficient time for both surfaces DCL414 cool down before touching. DCL415 DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE DCL418 BALLAST PAGE 30 — GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19)
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DECAL; DANGER, HIGH VOLTAGE 35137 DECAL; WARNING, READ MANUAL NAMEPLATE ............1....CONTACT MQ PARTS DEPT. DCL415 DECAL; BURN HAZARD (BALLAST) DCL410 DECAL; DANGER, ELECTRICAL SHOCK (CORDS) 1 GB43SC GLOBUG 4-SPOT • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (10/09/19) — PAGE 31...
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING UNITED STATES Multiquip Inc. (310) 537- 3700 6141 Katella Avenue Suite 200 Cypress, CA 90630 E-MAIL: mq@multiquip.com WEBSITE: www.multiquip.com UNITED KINGDOM CANADA Multiquip Multiquip (UK) Limited Head Offi...
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