Command Light Knight Series Manual

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  • Page 1 K n i g h t S e r i e s...
  • Page 2 KNIGHT THANK YOU Please allow us to express a simple thank you for investing in a COMMAND LIGHT product. As a company, we are dedicated to producing the very best and most versatile flood lighting package available. We take great pride in the quality of our work and hope that you will find many years of satisfaction from the use of this equipment.
  • Page 3 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    KNIGHT Please take the time to read this manual before installing or operating the COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT Save this guide for future reference. Contents Breakage or Damage During Shipment .................... Error! Bookmark not defined. Product Safety Precautions ................................7 General Description and Specifications ............................7 Operation ......................................
  • Page 5 COMMAND LIGHT at the above address indicating the model number, serial number and type of defect. No parts or equipment will be received by COMMAND LIGHT for repair or replacement under this warranty without specific written authority from it in advance.
  • Page 6: Breakage Or Damage During Shipment

    KNIGHT Warranty/Service COMMAND LIGHT products* come with a industry leading 5 year warranty against any defects in materials and workmanship when used and operated for a period of five years. If during this time period, you have any malfunctions not related to misuse, accident, neglect, or normal wear and tear, please take the following steps in order to have your light tower serviced under COMMAND LIGHT’s warranty.
  • Page 7: Product Safety Precautions

    X Do not use a COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT that has been damaged or is not fully functional, including non-working indicator lamps. X Never hold any part of the COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT with a hand or foot while it is in motion.
  • Page 8: General Description And Specifications

    KNIGHT General Description and Specifications The KNIGHT is designed to provide high intensity emergency scene lighting with quick precision. As with any electromechanical device, take precautionary steps to ensure safe operation. Never operate the KNIGHT near overhead power lines. There are several standard lighting options available for the KNIGHT Model # Description Minimum Power Requirements...
  • Page 9: Operation

    USER GUIDE Operation Raising the light from the nested position Using the control box, raise the lower or upper stage. You may also activate both stages simultaneously. Control switches are of momentary action style and must be held in the “on”...
  • Page 10: Returning The Light To The Nested Position

    KNIGHT Returning the light to the nested position The KNIGHT is equipped with an Autopark function as a standard feature. The green button on the control box initiates the Autopark sequence. Once initiated, the “Emergency Stop” red button indicator is illuminated. Pressing the “Emergency Stop” button will cancel the Autopark sequence.
  • Page 11: Tools Required

    ” drill bits Hole punch for metal with ” and 1 ” diameter capacity Phillips head screwdriver, #2 Command Light flat blade screwdriver (included with light) ” ” combination wrenches and/or ratchet and ” ” sockets 8” adjustable wrench Tongue and Groove Pliers...
  • Page 12: Location Requirements

    KNIGHT Location Requirements The standard KNIGHT Models 435, 450 can be mounted on any location that is 47” x 23”. The surface should be flat or have only a slight crown. For a recessed installation allow for a minimum of 58” x 29”. Consult with factory before construction of recessed installation. Verify all dimensions before installation to ensure proper operation of light will not infringe on other installed components.
  • Page 13: Mounting

    USER GUIDE Mounting Place the provided spacers in the location of the light mounting holes. The spacers may be modified to conform to the contour of the mounting location. Remove any obstructions below the mounting surface such as headliners. Attach any necessary lifting attachments to the KNIGHT .
  • Page 14: Electrical Wiring

    KNIGHT Electrical Wiring Please Note: Detailed internal wiring schematics are located at the back of this user guide. Run the control wire from the control box holster to the KNIGHT Run the power wire from the breaker box or generator to the KNIGHT .
  • Page 15: 220 Vac European

    USER GUIDE 220 VAC European If the light tower is ordered with 220 VAC (Single Hot Leg) wiring, only use a single hot conductor from the power source, the other is not needed. Holster Wiring Determine if an elevated warning device will be used in conjunction with the light tower. If a warning device will be used, use the wiring diagram on the next page, otherwise, use the wiring diagram in the back of the user guide.
  • Page 16: Warning Device Installation

    KNIGHT Warning Device Installation Tools Required: • 3/32” Flathead Screwdriver • Wire Strippers • Small Torch or Lighter Wire the gray 22-20 control cable wires to the small connectors using the wiring schematics provided. There are 2 different schematics, one is the standard version and the other is the version for dual control with wireless controllers or V-Mux control.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    This will ensure the center switch is fully activated in the nested position 10. If problems adjusting center still persist you may need to adjust the center switch bracket, or call Command Light for technical assistance at 1-800-797-7974.
  • Page 18: Power Failure

    KNIGHT Power Failure The KNIGHT can be retracted manually if power to the unit is lost. If power loss is temporary, reestablishing power may be easier than manually retracting the light. Note: Disconnect power source from the KNIGHT before manual operation. Rotate to center Locate the belly plate on the bottom of the lift arm and remove it by loosening all 4 screws and only removing 2 of them.
  • Page 19: Retract The Upper Stage

    USER GUIDE Note the upper stage of the light weighs in excess of 100 pounds, use caution. Apply upward pressure on the main lift arm to remove support blocking then slowly lower the lift arm allowing the actuator shaft to extend past the lower pivot blocks. Retract the upper stage.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    KNIGHT Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Unit will not extend No power to the unit Check power input connections. Incorrect installation Refer to installation instructions. Upper stage will not Lower stage not raised above Raise lower stage higher. rotate safety limit (16” above base) Rotation motor failure.
  • Page 21 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications - Standard Ac Models (Kl435A, Kl450A, Kl475A)

    KNIGHT Technical Specifications – Standard AC Models (KL435A, KL450A, KL475A) Dimensions (with strobe and ½” mounting spacers) – May vary by model: Height(Depth) Length Width Retracted 13” 48” 24” Extended 88” 52” 24” Recessed installation 13” 58” 32” Minimum Weight: 136 pounds Wiring: Main Power VAC...
  • Page 23: Specifications

    USER GUIDE Specifications...
  • Page 24: Parts Lists - Exploded Views

    KNIGHT Parts Lists - Exploded Views...
  • Page 25: Exploded View (Lower Stage)

    USER GUIDE Exploded View (Lower Stage)
  • Page 26 KNIGHT...
  • Page 27: Exploded View (Midplate)

    USER GUIDE Exploded View (Midplate)
  • Page 28 KNIGHT...
  • Page 29: Exploded View (Lamp Tree)

    USER GUIDE Exploded View (Lamp Tree)
  • Page 30 KNIGHT...
  • Page 31: Wiring Schematics

    USER GUIDE Wiring Schematics...
  • Page 32: Holster Box

    KNIGHT Holster Box...
  • Page 33 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 34 KNIGHT...
  • Page 35: Midplate

    USER GUIDE Midplate...
  • Page 36: Lamp Tree (Standard)

    KNIGHT Lamp Tree (Standard)

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