Generac Power Systems MLT3080KV Operating Manual
Generac Power Systems MLT3080KV Operating Manual

Generac Power Systems MLT3080KV Operating Manual

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LIGHT TOWER
MLT3060MV • MLT3060KV
MLT3080KV
www.discount-equipment.com
00120
OPERATING MANUAL

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  • Page 1 LIGHT TOWER MLT3060MV • MLT3060KV MLT3080KV www.discount-equipment.com 00120 OPERATING MANUAL...
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  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the Generac Mobile Products unit. For your own safety and protection from physical injury, carefully read, understand, and observe the safety instructions described in this manual. Keep a copy of this manual with the unit at all times. The information contained in this manual was based on machines in production at the time of publication.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    COMPONENT LOCATIONS ......................13 LIGHT TOWER SET UP........................14 RAISING THE MAST........................15 MAIN CONTROL PANEL - MLT3060MV, MLT3060KV ..............16 MAIN CONTROL PANEL - MLT3080KV ..................17 PRESTART CHECKLIST ......................... 18 STARTING THE UNIT........................18 AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN ......................19 LIGHT OPERATION.........................
  • Page 5: Safety Notes

    SAFETY NOTES This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. This manual contains DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES and NOTES which must be followed to prevent the possibility of improper service, damage to the equipment, personal injury or death.
  • Page 6: Engine Safety

    • ALWAYS extend the outriggers and level the unit before raising the mast. DO NOT retract the outriggers while the mast is up. • If for any reason any part of the mast hangs up or the winch cable develops slack while raising or lowering the mast, STOP immediately and contact an authorized service representative.
  • Page 7: Service Safety

    SERVICE SAFETY This unit uses high voltage circuits capable of causing serious injury or death. Only a qualified electri- cian should troubleshoot or repair electrical problems occurring in this equipment. • Before servicing, make sure the Engine Start switch is turned to OFF, circuit breakers are open (off) and the negative terminal on the battery is disconnected.
  • Page 8: Reporting Trailer Safety Defects

    REPORTING TRAILER SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe your trailer has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Generac Mobile Products. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation;...
  • Page 9: Safety Symbol Summary

    SAFETY SYMBOL SUMMARY This equipment has been supplied with numerous safety and operating decals. These decals provide important operating instructions and warn of dangers and hazards. Replace any missing or hard-to-read decals and use care when washing or cleaning the unit. Decal placement and part numbers can be found in the parts manual. Below is a summary of the intended meanings for the symbols used on the decals.
  • Page 10: Specifications - Mlt3060Mv, Mlt3060Kv

    SPECIFICATIONS - MLT3060MV, MLT3060KV GENERAC MODEL MLT3060MV MLT3060KV Engine Make/Brand..............Mitsubishi ........Kubota Model ................L3E-W461ML........D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 EPA Tier ................ 4f...........4f Type ................Diesel, liquid cooled, 4-stroke..Diesel, liquid cooled, 4-stroke Horsepower - prime hp (kW) ........10.5 (7.8) ........11.7 (8.7) Horsepower - standby hp (kW) ........12.2 (9.1) ........13.1 (9.8) Operating Speed rpm ..........
  • Page 11: Specifications - Mlt3080Kv

    SPECIFICATIONS - MLT3080KV GENERAC MODEL MLT3080KV Engine Make/Brand..........................Kubota Model ...........................D1105-E3BG EPA Tier ..........................4f Type .............................Diesel, liquid cooled, 4-stroke Horsepower - prime hp (kW) ....................13.5 (10.1) Horsepower - standby hp (kW) ...................15.4 (11.5) Operating Speed rpm ......................1800 Displacement in (L) ......................68.53 (1.12) Cylinders - qty ........................3...
  • Page 12: Unit Dimensions

    UNIT DIMENSIONS 00212 MLT3060MV/KV, 117 in 111 in 25 ft 58 in 98 in MLT3080KV (3 m) (2.8 m) (7.6 m) (1.5 m) (2.5 m) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 13: Unit Serial Number Locations

    Unit ID Tag Located on inside of front panel Manufactured by MAGNUM POWER PRODUCTS LLC A wholly owned subsidiary of Generac Power Systems, Inc. 215 Power Drive • Berlin, WI 54923 1-800-926-9768 Model Serial Number Mfg. Code VIN Tag...
  • Page 14: Component Locations

    COMPONENT LOCATIONS Central Lift Point Control Engine Exhaust Mast Switch Battery Forklift Pockets LEFT SIDE Radiator Access Mast Rotation Knob Engine Fuel Fill Access Outriggers RIGHT SIDE 00108...
  • Page 15: Light Tower Set Up

    LIGHT TOWER SET UP 1. For maximum light coverage, locate the unit at ground level or in a spot higher than the area being illuminated by the lamps. WARNING The mast extends up to 25 ft (7.6 m). Make sure area above the unit is open and clear of overhead wires and obstructions.
  • Page 16: Raising The Mast

    RAISING THE MAST 1. Set up and level the unit. Refer to “Light Tower Set Up” on page WARNING The unit must be leveled with the outriggers extended before raising the mast. The outriggers must remain extended while the mast is up. Failure to level the unit or extend the outriggers will severely reduce stability and could allow the unit to tip...
  • Page 17: Main Control Panel - Mlt3060Mv, Mlt3060Kv

    MAIN CONTROL PANEL - MLT3060MV, MLT3060KV BALLAST INDICATOR LIGHTS MAIN BREAKER 240V TURN MAIN BREAKER MAST LIGHT SWITCHES 120V BREAKER GLOW PLUG GLOW INDICATOR PLUG START 120V 240V BREAKER NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME 00165 1. MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER: This 240V (30A) breaker will disconnect power to the lights and control panel receptacles.
  • Page 18: Main Control Panel - Mlt3080Kv

    MAIN CONTROL PANEL - MLT3080KV BALLAST INDICATOR LIGHTS MAIN BREAKER 240V TURN MAIN BREAKER MAST LIGHT SWITCHES 120V 120V BREAKER BREAKER GLOW PLUG 240V START BREAKER 120V 120V 240V BREAKER NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME 00166 1. MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER: This 240V (40A) breaker will disconnect power to the lights and control panel receptacles.
  • Page 19: Prestart Checklist

    PRESTART CHECKLIST Before starting the unit, all items in the prestart checklist must be completed.  Read and understand ALL safety sections at the beginning of this manual.  Ensure all maintenance procedures are up to date. For more information, refer to “General Maintenance ”...
  • Page 20: Automatic Shutdown

    AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN This unit is equipped with a low oil pressure and high coolant temperature automatic shutdown system. This system will automatically shut off the fuel supply to stop the engine if oil pressure drops too low or the engine exceeds normal operating temperature.
  • Page 21: Wet Stacking

    WET STACKING The unit is powered by a diesel engine. Diesel engines are susceptible to wet stacking if lightly loaded. Wet stacking occurs when an engine is run at less than 30% of its full load capacity, causing unburned fuel to accumulate in the exhaust system.
  • Page 22: Lowering The Mast

    LOWERING THE MAST ELECTRICALLY LOWERING THE MAST 1. Shut down the lights and engine. Allow the lights to cool 10-15 minutes before lowering the mast. 2. If the trailer is going to be moved, it is recommended that the mast is turned so the lights face toward the back of the unit.
  • Page 23: Removing The Lights For Transportation

    REMOVING THE LIGHTS FOR TRANSPORTATION 1. On units equipped with quick disconnect fittings for the lights, disconnect the power cords from the junction box at the top of the mast. Replace the dust caps on the junction box. On hard wired units, remove the junction box cover, located on the top of the mast, and disconnect ONLY the mast light wires from the connectors.
  • Page 24: Lifting The Unit

    LIFTING THE UNIT When lifting the unit, attach any slings, chains or hooks directly to the central lift point. The central lift point is Central located on the mast between the two forklift pockets. Lift Point 1. Make sure the equipment being used to lift the unit Upper has sufficient capacity.
  • Page 25: General Maintenance

    GENERAL MAINTENANCE Poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard. In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary. NEVER perform routine service (oil/filter changes, cleaning, etc.) unless all electrical components are shut off. Before servicing the unit, always follow the instructions listed below.
  • Page 26: Basic Maintenance Schedule - Mitsubishi Engine

    BASIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - MITSUBISHI ENGINE Refer to the original equipment manufacturer’s operating manual for a complete list of maintenance requirements. Failure to comply with the procedures as described in the engine operator’s manual will nullify the warranty, decrease performance and cause equipment damage or premature equipment failure.
  • Page 27: Basic Maintenance Schedule - Kubota Engine

    BASIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - KUBOTA ENGINE Refer to the original equipment manufacturer’s operating manual for a complete list of maintenance requirements. Failure to comply with the procedures as described in the engine operator’s manual will nullify the warranty, decrease performance and cause equipment damage or premature equipment failure.
  • Page 28: Winch Use, Operation & Maintenance

    WINCH USE, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE • Keep winch free of dirt, oil, grease, water and other substances. • Check all mounting bolts and make sure they are tightened to the recommended torque values. Replace any damaged fasteners. • Periodically check all connections to be sure they are tight and free of corrosion. •...
  • Page 29: Trailer Wheel Bearings

    TOP-WIND MODELS • Apply a lightweight oil to the screw stem. Grease Grease Grease 00243 TRAILER WHEEL BEARINGS The trailer axles are equipped with a grease zerk fitting to allow lubrication of the wheel bearings without the need to disassemble the axle hub. To lubricate the axle bearings, remove the small rubber plug on the grease cap, attach a standard grease gun fitting to the grease zerk fitting and pump grease into the fitting until new grease is visible around the nozzle of the grease gun.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting The Lights

    TROUBLESHOOTING THE LIGHTS DANGER THIS UNIT USES HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUITS CAPABLE OF CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN SHOULD TROUBLESHOOT OR REPAIR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS OCCURRING IN THIS EQUIPMENT. MAST LIGHTS OFF BUT BALLAST INDICATORS ON CONTROL PANEL ARE ON 1.
  • Page 31: Mast Light Connections

    MAST LIGHT CONNECTIONS MAST JUNCTION BOX WIRING MAST LIGHT CONNECTIONS 4-LIGHT 4-LIGHT 00175...
  • Page 32: Ac Wiring Diagram

    AC WIRING DIAGRAM 90347_E_06.21.14...
  • Page 33: Dc Wiring Diagram - Mitsubishi Engine

    DC WIRING DIAGRAM - MITSUBISHI ENGINE...
  • Page 34: Dc Wiring Diagram - Kubota Engine

    DC WIRING DIAGRAM - KUBOTA ENGINE 90339_E_01.30.14...
  • Page 35: Dc Wiring Diagram - Electric Winch

    DC WIRING DIAGRAM - ELECTRIC WINCH 90443_H_06.10.14...
  • Page 36: Dc Wiring Diagrams For Optional Equipment

    DC WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 90323_K_06.04.14...
  • Page 37: Trailer Lights Wiring Diagram

    TRAILER LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM 90341_B_12.20.13...
  • Page 38: Service Log

    www.discount-equipment.com REV: B PART NO: 34098 11.04.15...

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