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OPERATOR’S MANUAL ALLMAND BROTHERS INC. P.O. BOX 888 HOLDREGE, NE 68949 PHONE: (308) 995- 4495, 1- 800- 562- 1373 ALLMAND FAX: (308) 995– 5887 ALLMAND PARTS DEPT. FAX : (308) 995– 4883 allmand.com WWW. PART NO. 103408 REVISED: APRIL 2012...
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RECORD IMPORTANT INFORMATION Recording the equipment information will help, when placing an order for replacement parts and/ or decals. Company Equipment No: Unit model No: Unit Vin: Engine Model No: Serial No: Generator Model No: Serial No: Accessories:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS MANUAL 8-13 SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY LABELS 11-13 14-21 TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING PREPARING THE UNIT FOR DELIVERY OR RENTAL CHECK LIST BEFORE TRAILERING/ TRANSPORTING SHUTDOWN-PREPARE FOR TRAILERING TOWER LIGHTS-STOWAGE FOR TRAILERING—VERTICAL TOWER LIGHTS-STOWAGE FOR TRAILERING—LAYDOWN TOWER LIGHTS-REMOVAL FOR TRAILERING/TRANSPORTING (OPTIONAL) TRAILER/TOWING...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TOWER LIGHTS GENERATOR-STANDARD GENERATOR–AS3000 ENGINES 30-33 ISUZU 4LE1 CAT C1.1 CAT C2.2 KUBOTA D1105BG OPTIONAL ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT 34-46 OPERATION PRE-OPERATION SETUP WORK SITE CONSIDERATIONS PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST 34-35 LEVELING AND STABILIZING THE TRAILER 35-36 INSTALLING THE GROUND ROD ENGINE OPERATION PRE-START CHECKS ENGINE CONTROL PANELS...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SHUTDOWN-SHORT PERIOD SHUTDOWN-LONG TERM OR PREPARE FOR TRAILERING AUXILLARY AC OUTLET OPERATION 45-46 MAINTENANCE 46-52 ENGINE CHANGING AND ADDING ENGINE OIL ENGINE FILTERS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BALLAST PANEL HYDRAULIC PUMP 47-48 HYDRAULIC OIL SPECIFICATIONS ADDING HYDRAULIC OIL PRIMING THE HYDRAULIC PUMP LIGHT TOWER AND LAMPS 48-49...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS CAT 1.1 ENGINE CAT 2.2 ENGINE KUBOTA KEYED SWITCH KUBOTA KEYED SWITCH WITH E-STOP KUBOTA D1105 WITH DEEP SEA PANEL & E-STOP MARATHON GENERATOR MARATHON GENERATOR 4-LEAD SINGLE PHASE 240V 3-PHASE GENERATOR HIGH DELTA HYDRAULIC PUMP HYDRAULIC PUMP WITH RELAYS 4-LIGHT BALLAST...
The graphics and text in this manual generally Allmand MAXI-LITE ML FCS SERIES light describe the Allmand MAXI-LITE ML FCS tower and welcome to the Allmand Family of SERIES light tower. Allmand light towers differ equipment owners. by model and optionally installed equipment.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not If you are uncertain about any of the information avoided, will result in death or serious injury. in the manual, contact Allmand service depart- ment at 1-800-562-1373, for clarification. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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SAFETY ROLLOVER HAZARD High voltage is present when engine is Do not raise, lower or use light tower unless running. Never attempt to service electrical components while engine is running. all outriggers and jacks are positioned on firm ground. ...
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SAFETY PIERCING HAZARD Avoid skin contact with high The safety messages that follow have pressure hydraulic fluid or WARNING level hazards. diesel fuel spray caused by a EXHAUST HAZARD hydraulic or fuel system leak such as a broken hydraulic ...
SAFETY Only use replacement parts specified. Other replacement parts may effect The safety messages that follow have warranty coverage. WARNING level hazards. Clean all accumulated dirt and debris away BURN HAZARD from the body of the equipment and is ...
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING Check ground rod cable and the ground lug. PREPARING THE UNIT FOR Make sure they are clean, undamaged and DELIVERY OR RENTAL functional. The MAXI-LITE ML FCS SERIES light tower Inspect tires to insure good condition and requires service as well as proper operation in proper inflation.
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING Before trailering, transporting or lifting, read SHUTDOWN - Prepare for trailering Safety on page 8. 1. With the tower lights off, lower the light The complete engine and generator set is tower to the full DOWN position; See housed in a lockable enclosure with the frame Raising and lowering the light tower on page fabricated from heavy gauge steel mounted on...
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING 8. Retract each outrigger bar and secure in the stowed position with latch pin. VERTICAL TOWER LIGHTS - Stowage for Trailering The light bar and fixtures must be stowed before trailering or transporting. 1. Ensure lights are off and tower is lowered to the full DOWN position;...
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING LAYDOWN TOWER LIGHTS - Stowage for Trailering The light bar and fixtures must be stowed before trailering or transporting. 1. Ensure lights are off and tower is lowered to the full DOWN position: See Raising and Lowering the Light Tower on page 38-41.
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING TOWER LIGHTS - Removal for Trailer- TRAILERING / TOWING ing/ Transporting (optional) Before trailering / towing the light tower trailer, read Before Trailering / Transporting on page Your light tower may be equipped with lights 15 and read Safety on page 8. that can be removed for trailering/ transporting or for theft protection.
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING Towing Vehicle and Hitch Considera- Typical Lunette Ring Pintle type Hitch and tions Coupler LATCH AND RELEASE VEHICLE HITCH LEVER TRAILER COUPLER LUNETTE The towing vehicle must be able to safely pull RING the full trailer load. Never pull a trailer load that exceeds the vehicle’s towing capacity;...
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING 4. Ensure there is adequate slack in the The trailer coupler must be reversed to use harness to prevent binding or disconnection either the ball or lunette hitch coupler. To when turning. reverse the coupler, remove the two bolts and reposition the coupler as needed.
TRAILERING, TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING LIFTING ATTACHMENT POINTS - Laydown Tower LIFTING EYE LIFTING ATTACHMENT POINTS - Vertical Tower LIFTING EYE FORKLIFT POCKETS TRANSPORTING ON A TRAILER When transporting on a truck or a trailer, always secure the unit using properly rated tie-down chains or straps connecting the light tower FORKLIFT POCKETS frame using tie-down loops to the towing trailer.
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION– VERTICAL TOWER LIGHT BAR LIFTING BAR LAMP ASSEMBLY LEFT FUEL TANK AND HYDRAULIC LIGHT CONTROL TOWER ACCESS CORD REEL DOOR STEP PLATE (Hydraulic Only) PINTLE HITCH FRONT STABI- FRONT OUTRIGGER LIZER JACK BALL HITCH BALLAST ACCESS COVER PANEL TRAILER TONGUE JACK SAFTEY CHAINS...
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION– LAYDOWN TOWER LAMP ASSEMBLY LIFTING EYE LAYDOWN LIGHT TOWER CORD REEL PINTLE FORKLIFT HITCH POCKETS LEFT FUEL TANK AND CONTROL ACCESS DOOR BALL HITCH FRONT STABILIZER JACK FRONT OUTRIGGER SAFETY CHAINS BALLAST ACCESS PANEL TRAILER TONGUE JACK...
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS STAMPED SERIAL PLATE Model and serial number information is required for product support and repair parts. The following descriptions show model and serial number locations of the primary components. Trailer All MAXI-LITE ML FCS SERIES light tower trailers have a serial number plate attached to the rear panel.
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GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION The CATERPILLAR engine has a serial number plate attached on the upper right side of the engine block above the fuel injection pump. SERIAL PLATE SERIAL PLATE CAT ENGINE C1.1 CAT ENGINE C2.2...
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GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Engine The KUBOTA engine has the serial number stamped on the engine block just below the exhaust manifold. STAMPED SERIAL NUMBER...
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES) Overall Dimensions Hydraulic Tower Laydown Tower Height Light Tower Lowered 7 Ft 8 in. (2.34 m) 5 ft. 7in. (1.7 m) Height Light Tower Raised 25 ft 6in. (7.8 m) 30 ft. (9.14 m) Width (outriggers retracted) 74 in.
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Tower Lights SHO - HD 1250W Metal Halide (lumen rating: 150,000) Standard SHO - HD 1000W Metal Halide (lumen rating: 110,000) Optional SHO - HD 1000W and 1250W Metal Halide Warm - up time: 2-4 minutes SHO - HD 1000W and 1205W Metal Halide Re - start time: 10 to 15 minutes Four Fixtures Standard (sealed for all weather use)
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Model ISUZU 4LE1 Type Water ‐ Cooled 4 Cycle Diesel Bore 3.35 in. (85mm) Stroke 3.78in. (96mm) Displacement 133cu. In. (2179cc) Power @ 1800 rpm 31.4 bhp Power Output Derating 3.5% per 1000 ft above (305m) / 1% per 10?F above 77?F Note: Horse power ratings are established in accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers Small EngineTest Code ‐ J1349 GROSS. Fuel System Indirect Injected Diesel Starting System 12VDC Negative Ground Electrical System 12VDC Negative Ground Battery Type Group 24 Battery Rating 450 CCA Number of Batteries Compression Ratio 21.5:1 Weight 387 lbs (175 kg) Oil Capacity MAX. 8.5 qts (8.0 l), MIN.5.6 qts. (5.3 l) Lubrication Forced Lubrication by pump Oil Filtration Cartridge Type Cooling System Pressurized Radiator Forced Circulationwith Water Pump Low Pressure...
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Model CAT C1.1 Type Water Cooled 4 ‐ Cycle Diesel Bore 3.03 in. (77mm) Stroke 3.19 in. (81mm) Displacement 69 cu. In. (1100cc) Power @ 1800 rpm 14.3 hp (11.9 kW) Power Output 3% per 1000 ft above 360ft Derating 1% per 10° above 77° F Note: Horse power ratings are established in accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code ‐ J1349 GROSS Fuel System Cassette type fuel injected diesel Starting System 12VDC Negative Ground Electrical System 12VDC Negative Ground Battery Type Group 24 Battery Rating 550 CCA Number of Batteries Compression Ratio 22:01 Weight 191 lb (87 kg) Oil Capacity 3.9 qt (3.7 L) Lubrication Forced lubrication by Pump Oil Filteration Cartridge Type Cooling System...
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Model CAT C2.2 Type Water Cooled 4 ‐ Cycle Diesel Bore 3.31 in. (84mm) Stroke 3.94 in. (100.0mm) Displacement 1352 cu. In. (2216cc) Power @ 1800 rpm 35 hp (26.1 kW) Power Output 3% per 1000 ft above 360ft Derating 1% per 10° above 77° F Note: Horse power ratings are established in accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code ‐ J1349 GROSS Fuel System Cassette type fuel injected diesel Starting System 12VDC Negative Ground Electrical System 12VDC Negative Ground Battery Type Group 24 Battery Rating 550 CCA Number of Batteries Compression Ratio 23.3:1 Weight 406 lb 184kg) Oil Capacity 11.2 qt (10.6 L) Lubrication Forced lubrication by Pump Oil Filteration Cartridge Type Cooling System...
OPERATION Physically inspect the machine for damage After completing the pre-operation check list, and repair if necessary. operate the light tower through a complete operation cycle. Leveling and Stabilizing the Trailer Visually inspect the equipment to ensure that all instructions and decals are in place and legible.
Installing the Ground Rod The ground rod is a safety devise that may reduce the chance of personal injury from stray electrical current. Therefore Allmand recommends using the ground rod. However, it 3. Extend the front outrigger stabilizers out is the user’s responsibility to determine the and lock in place.
Before starting the engine or operating the light tower, review Safety on page 8. HOUR METER VOLT METER The Allmand MAXI-LITE ML FCS SERIES light tower is powered by a diesel engine and gen- erator unit. Pre– Start Checks 1. Check the engine oil and add oil if required.
OPERATION KUBOTA Control Panel KUBOTA Deep Sea Control Panel (OPTION) ON/OFF 1. Main Panel Switch. 1. Hour Meter - Shows the total elapsed hours of engine operation. 2. Hour Meter - Shows the total elapsed hours of engine operation. 2. Key Switch. 3.
OPERATION TOWER AND LIGHT OPERATION VERTICAL Before operating the tower lights, review Safety on page 8. The vertical tower is raised and lowered by a If starter is engaged while the flywheels hydraulic pump actuating a six section rotating, the starter pinion and flywheel ring gear may clash, resulting in damage to the telescoping mast.
OPERATION With the light bar park pin released, the light bar is designed to be manually rotated with enough resistance so that the bar will stay in the desired position once the operator has directed the lights on the work zone. If the light bar rotates too easily or does not stay in position, remove the cap plug from the center of the light bar cover and tighten the nut...
OPERATION The light bar and light fixtures must be stowed Light Bar and Light Fixture properly for trailering or transporting. See Adjustment-Laydown Tower Lights– Stowage for trailering-Laydown on page 17. Lights– Work Site Adjustment Raising and Lowering the Vertical The light bar and light fixtures must be adjusted to the desired work angle before raising the Tower light tower.
OPERATION 1. Before raising the light tower, adjust the Raising and Lowering the Manual tower lights to the desired work position; see Winch Light Tower– Laydown Light Bar and Light Fixture Adjustment- Manual Winch Light Tower Vertical on page 37. NOTE: 2.
OPERATION 3. Release the pin that secures the mast to the Raising and Lowering the Electric rear mast support. Winch Light Tower– Laydown 4. Operate the hand crank on the left side of Electric Winch Light Tower the trailer to raise the mast from horizontal to vertical.
OPERATION 5. Push toggle switch in the UP position to lessen slack in the cable. 6. Turn lower black knob counterclockwise and lift to release the latch pin from the strike plate. Retighten the lower knob with the latch disengaged from the strike plate. 7.
OPERATION Light Control Panel SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE The tower light control panel consist of the Shutdown - Short period breaker switches. When shutting down the light tower for a short The four light fixtures are controlled and period, perform the following procedures. protected by four breaker switches located on 1.
OPERATION 1. Disconnect the load from the outlet. Before performing any maintenance proce- dures, read Safety on page 8. 2. Turn off the tower lights (if used). Scheduled maintenance prevents unexpected 3. Correct the excessive load problem and wait downtime, reduces the number of accidents 10 minutes, to allow the generator to cool due to poor equipment performance and helps down before reconnecting the load.
The panels can be accessed by opening the right and left door. Each ballast contains two tower light lamp ballast and two capacitors. For additional wiring information, see schematics or contact Allmand Bros. or your Allmand dealer. LAMP BALLAST HYDRAULIC PUMP...
MAINTENANCE Adding Hydraulic Oil LIGHT TOWER AND LAMPS Fill the reservoir with aviation hydraulic fluid or Changing Lamps any clean hydraulic fluid having a viscosity index that is suitable for the climate conditions in which the unit will be operated. Standard units are supplied with automatic transmission fluid (ATF), and arctic units are supplied with aviation hydraulic fluid.
MAINTENANCE 4. Remove the silicone gasket and lens. 5. Remove the support clip screws and support clip. 6. Carefully remove the old lamp and install the correct replacement lamp. 7. Clean reflector and lens. 8. Install support clip and screws. 9.
MAINTENANCE Always replace bearings and races as a set. For trailer light wiring schematic information, Never mix bearings and races. Bearing part See Tail lamp wiring schematic on page 63. numbers are sometimes found on the LONG TERM STORAGE bearing races;...
Engine Operator’s Manual and The generator and light assemblies to operate at Generator Operator’s Manual or contact excessively high temperatures. Allmand Bros. Service Department or your Use the following guidelines: Allmand dealer. Use caution when using compressed air or water/steam pressure washers.
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Fax 308-995-5887 / www.allmand.com LIGHTING SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY ADDENDUM THIS IS AN ADDENDUM TO THE BASIC ALLMAND LIMITED WARRANTY OF TWO (2) YEARS AFTER DELIVERY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER. The following manufacturers limited warranty policy warrants their components to be free from defects in material and workmanship from date of manufacture as follows (see specific manufacturer’s warranty for details):...
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