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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL GLOBUG MODEL GBX LIGHT TOWER Revision #1 (11/09/18) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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Page 2: Reporting Safety Defects
TO PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CONTACT US Equipment Financing and Extended Warranties Available Discount-Equipment.com is your online resource for commercial and industrial quality parts and equipment sales. 561-964-4949 visit us on line @ www.discount-equipment.com Select an option below to find your Equipment We sell worldwide for the brands: Genie, Terex, JLG, MultiQuip, Mikasa, Essick, Whiteman, Mayco, Toro Stone, Diamond Products, Generac Magnum, Airman, Haulotte, Barreto, Power Blanket, Nifty Lift, Atlas Copco, Chicago Pneumatic, Allmand, Miller Curber, Skyjack, Lull,... -
Page 3: Proposition 65 Warning
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING PAGE 2 — GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS GBX Light Tower Proposition 65 Warning ........... 2 Reporting Safety Defects ......... 3 Safety Information ..........6–13 Specifications ............14 Dimensions ............15 Footcandle Plot ............16 General Information ..........17 Components ............ 18–19 Control Panel ............20 Setup ............... -
Page 5: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the SAFETY SYMBOLS entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all Potential hazards associated with the operation of this times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which understand the safety messages and operating instructions may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with... - Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY NOTICE CAUTION This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older. NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective safety decals when they become diffi cult read.
- Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION LIGHT TOWER SAFETY NOTICE DANGER ALWAYS keep the immediate area surrounding the light tower clean, neat, and free of debris. NEVER operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition. explosion or fi re could result causing severe ...
- Page 8 SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY NOTICE DANGER NEVER run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon frequently to prevent engine malfunction.
- Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION FUEL SAFETY ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc. DANGER Check the tire air pressure on both towing vehicle and DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible trailer.
- Page 10 SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY Loading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck CAUTION NOTICE Before lifting, make sure that light tower parts are not When loading onto fl atbed truck, make sure that front damaged and screws are not loosened or lost. jackstand of light tower is retracted and in the horizontal position so that the foot does not make contact with the ...
- Page 11 SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL SAFETY Backfeed to a utility system can cause electrocution and/or property damage. NEVER connect the generator DANGER to a building’s electrical system without a transfer switch or other approved device. All installations should be The electrical voltage required to operate the generator performed by a licensed electrician in can cause severe injury or even death through physical accordance with all applicable laws and...
- Page 12 SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERY SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY DANGER NOTICE DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the Dispose of hazardous waste properly. battery will explode. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters. ...
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Page 13: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Light Tower Specifications Model Voltage 120 VAC Frequency 60 Hz Wind Stability 55 mph (24.6 m/s) Light Tower Mast 23 ft (7 m) / 359° Tire Inflation Pressure 50 psi (344.7 kPa) Support Points 3X Adjustable Jacks Type 600 W LED (X4) Number of Lamps... -
Page 14: Dimensions
DIMENSIONS Figure 1. Dimensions Table 3. Dimensions Reference Dimension Letter in. (mm) 56.5 (1,435) 47.2 (1,200) 113.4 - 302 (2,880 - 7,670) GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) — PAGE 15... -
Page 15: Footcandle Plot
FOOTCANDLE PLOT 1 GRID = 50’ Footcandle Diameter (Ft) Figure 2. Footcandle Plot PAGE 16 — GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) -
Page 16: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION The Multiquip GBX is a compact, mobile light tower that The unit is supported by a DOT/NHSTA qualified trailer provides on-demand clear LED lighting for the following that provides 3 outrigger jack stands, and a retractable tow applications: construction, emergency response, special bar. -
Page 17: Components
COMPONENTS Figure 3. GBX Components PAGE 18 — GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) - Page 18 COMPONENTS Refer to Figure 3 for the location of the components listed 12. Forklift Pockets — For the ease of light tower below. transportation via a forklift. 1. Lamp Arm — Holds the lamp and permits multiple 13. Tow Bar Jack — Permits unit raising and lowering to directional adjustments.
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Page 19: Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL Figure 4. GBX Control Panel 1. Ignition Key Switch — Starts the engine. 6. Actuator Switch — When turned, raises or lowers the lampstand. 2. Dimming Control Switch — When pressed, changes the brightness of the lamp from 100% down to 65%. 7. -
Page 20: Setup
SETUP PREPARATION 3. As soon as the locking pin clears the travel position hole, release pin and continue sliding out the outrigger. 1. Place the light tower in an area free of dirt and debris When outrigger is in the extended position, make sure with enough clearance as not to interfere with any pin snaps into the outrigger locking hole (Figure 6). - Page 21 SETUP CHANGING LAMP DIRECTION 2. To tilt the lamp to a desired angle, hold the individual lamp and tilt (Figure 10). The mast can be rotated to change the direction that the lamps are facing. The lamps can also be rotated individually. LAMP Rotating the Mast 1.
- Page 22 SETUP 2. The lampstand will begin to rise (Figure 12). When 1. Turn the mast winch clockwise to raise the mast the lampstand is in the desired position, release the and observe tha the mast begins to extend upwards actuator switch. The actuator switch will return to the (Figure 13).
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Page 23: Operation
OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE TURNING ON THE LAMPS 1. Open the panel door to access the control panel. 1. Press the lamp switch on the control panel to turn on all the lamps (Figure 15). 2. Insert the ignition key into the ignition key switch (Figure 14). - Page 24 OPERATION EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL LOADS in a safe location. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN 1. External load can be connected to the output receptacle (Figure 17). 5. Place the key switch in the stop postion or open the back cover of the light tower and turn the engine lever OUTPUT to the stop position (Figure 18).
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Page 25: Storage
STORAGE PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 1. Place the lamp switch on the control panel to the off position to turn the lamps off. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to shut down the engine. 3. Uncrew the mast locking knob to release the mast for rotation. -
Page 26: Transporting
TRANSPORTING 1. Before lifting light tower, make sure that the mast is CAUTION completely lowered. Make sure that the generator is securely in place before 2. Insert the forklift forks into the fork pockets of the light transporting the light tower with the forklift. Failure to do tower either on the front or rear. -
Page 27: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE BASIC ENGINE MAINTENANCE See Table 4 below for a general inspection and maintenance checklist. For more detailed maintenance, refer to the engine service manual. Table 4. Engine Maintenance 10 hrs Frequency 50 hrs 250 hrs 500 hrs Daily Check Engine Oil Level Check Fuel Filter Check Air Cleaner Check for Leaks/Visual Walk Around... - Page 28 MAINTENANCE Figure 21. Lamp/Mast Maintenance GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) — PAGE 29...
- Page 29 MAINTENANCE Table 5. Lamp/Mast Maintenance Location Part Symptom Solution Freq. Cable Gland Loose? Screw tightly. ❖ Lampstand Hinge Joint Damaged? Repair. ■ Too loose or too tight? Tighten correctly. ■ Lamp Actuator Not working properly? Replace. ● Lamp Mounting Spindle Not spinning smoothly? Apply grease.
- Page 30 MAINTENANCE BOTTOM OF TRAILER Figure 22. Trailer Maintenance Table 6. Trailer Maintenance Location Part Symptom Solution Freq. Does not operate smoothly? Lock pin is Apply grease or Jack ❖ loose? replace. Does not operate smoothly? Lock pin is Outrigger Replace. ❖...
- Page 31 MAINTENANCE Figure 23. Electrical Components Maintenance Table 7. Electrical Components Maintenance Location Part Symptom Solution Freq. Lamp Cable Tangled or damaged? Untangle or replace. ❖ Engine Key Switch Does not work properly? Repair as needed. ■ Control Lamp Switch Does not work properly? Repair as needed.
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Table 8. Lamp Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Miswiring? Correct the wiring. No display on dimming meter Broken dimming meter? Replace the dimming meter assy. Miswiring? Correct the wiring. Lights up without switching on lamp switch. Broken dimming meter? Replace the dimming meter assy. - Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 9. Mast Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Check operation section for correct Mast not properly operated? procedure. Cable tangled with the mast? Disentangle cable. Is there foreign matter on the mast? Remove foreign matter. Mast cannot be raised. Is mast not greased sufficiently? Apply grease.
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Page 34: Safety Guidelines - Trailers
SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS The following guidelines are intended to assist the operator Shift your automatic transmission into a lower gear for in the operation and handling of a trailer. city driving. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when ... - Page 35 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS DRIVING CONDITIONS The trailer VIN tag contains the critical safety information for the use of your trailer. Again, be sure your hitch and tow When towing a trailer, you will have decreased acceleration, vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of increased stopping distance, and increased turning radius your trailer.
- Page 36 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS INOPERABLE LIGHTS OR MIRRORS Drive slowly at fi rst, 5 mph or so, and turn the wheel to get the feel of how the tow vehicle and trailer combination Be sure that all of the lights on your trailer are functioning responds.
- Page 37 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS your tow vehicle without the trailer coupled. Some of the trailer weight will be transferred from the trailer to the tow vehicle axles, and an axle scale weighs all axles, including the tow vehicle axles. TOW VEHICLE VIN TAG The towing hitch attached to your tow vehicle must have a capacity equal to or greater than the load rating of the trailer...
- Page 38 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR WARNING Light Tower to Tow Vehicle Electrical Wiring Improper electrical connection between the tow vehicle Connection and the trailer will result in inoperable lights and can lead to collision. This light tower is provided with an electrical FLAT 4-Pin Before each tow, check that the tail lights, brake lights molded connector (Figure C) that when connected to the and turn signals work.
- Page 39 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS SAFETY CHAINS If you see or feel evidence of wear, such as fl at spots, deformations, pitting or corrosion, on the ball or coupler, If the coupler connection comes loose, the safety chains immediately have your dealer inspect them to determine can keep the trailer attached to the tow vehicle.
- Page 40 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Lower the trailer (Figure E) until the coupler fully engages WARNING the hitch ball. A worn, cracked or corroded hitch ball can fail while 2-INCH towing and may result in death or serious injury. TRAILER COUPLER Before coupling trailer, inspect the hitch ball for wear, corrosion and cracks.
- Page 41 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Connecting Trailer Lights Attaching Safety Chain Connect the trailer lights to the tow vehicle’s electrical Visually inspect the safety chains and hooks for wear or system using the electric connectors at the front of the damage. Replace worn or damaged safety chains and trailer (tongue).
- Page 42 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS TIRE SAFETY Lug nuts are also prone to loosen after first being assembled. When driving a new trailer (or after wheels Unsafe Tires, Lug Nuts or Wheels have been remounted), check to make sure they are tight after the fi rst 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving and before Trailer tires and wheels are more likely to fail than car tires each tow thereafter.
- Page 43 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Determining Load Limit of Tow Vehicle There is a vehicle placard (Figure G) located in the same location as the certifi cation label described above. This Step 1. placard provides tire and loading information. In addition, this placard will show a statement regarding maximum Locate the statement, “The combined weight of occupants cargo capacity.
- Page 44 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Use the information contained in this section to make tire You may not fi nd this information on all tires because it is safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine. not required by law. Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared M+S: The “M+S”...
- Page 45 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Maximum Permissible Infl ation Pressure: This number Max. Load Single kg (lbs) at kPa (psi) Cold: This is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure put in the tire under normal driving conditions.
- Page 46 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Table B below will help pinpoint the causes and solutions WARNING of tire wear problems. Lug nuts are prone to loosen after initial installation, Table B. Tire Wear Troubleshooting which can lead to death or serious injury. Check all Wear Pattern Cause Solution...
- Page 47 SAFETY GUIDELINES — TRAILERS Table C. Tire Torque Requirements First Pass Second Pass Third Pass Wheel Size FT-LBS FT-LBS FT-LBS 12" 20-25 35-40 50-65 13" 20-25 35-40 50-65 14" 20-25 50-60 90-120 15" 20-25 50-60 90-120 16" 20-25 50-60 90-120 Lights and Signals Before each tow, check the trailer taillights, stoplights, turn signals and any clearance lights for proper operation.
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Page 48: Block Diagram
BLOCK DIAGRAM GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) — PAGE 49... -
Page 49: Wiring Diagram (Engine)
WIRING DIAGRAM (ENGINE) PAGE 50 — GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) -
Page 50: Wiring Diagram (Trailer Lights)
WIRING DIAGRAM (TRAILER LIGHTS) TAIL TAIL LAMP (L) LAMP LAMP (R) 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 BACK SIDE BACK SIDE LAMP (L) LAMP (R) TERMINAL STRIP RD/6 RD/7 (1-29) BK/2 BK/3 GN/10 GN/10 ⑩... -
Page 51: Wiring Diagram (Electrical Components 1)
WIRING DIAGRAM (ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 1) RELAY 1 WH/28 BK/27 ⑤ ③ TERMINAL FAN 2 WH/29 ① ② ④ BK/16 BOARD RD/24 BK/26 (ENGINE (ALTERNATOR) SIDE) BK/14 RELAY 2 FAN 1 BK/15 (LED P.S. SIDE) LAMP SELECT CABLE SWITCH REAR RELAY 1 ACTUATOR) ⑤... -
Page 52: Wiring Diagram (Electrical Components 2)
WIRING DIAGRAM (ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 2) TIMER ⑦ ⑥ ⑧ ⑤ ① ④ ② ③ GFCI RELAY 3 TERMINAL OUTLET BREAKER(20A) BK/11 ⑤ ③ STRIP RD/20 (1-29) ① ② ④ (ELECTRICAL GROUP3) RELAY 2 ⑤ ③ ① ② ④ 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 5 4 3 2 1 POWER RELAY(AC) -
Page 53: Wiring Diagram (Led)
WIRING DIAGRAM (LED) PAGE 54 — GBX LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/09/22) - Page 54 TO PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT PLEASE CONTACT US Equipment Financing and Extended Warranties Available Discount-Equipment.com is your online resource for commercial and industrial quality parts and equipment sales. 561-964-4949 visit us on line @ www.discount-equipment.com Select an option below to find your Equipment We sell worldwide for the brands: Genie, Terex, JLG, MultiQuip, Mikasa, Essick, Whiteman, Mayco, Toro Stone, Diamond Products, Generac Magnum, Airman, Haulotte, Barreto, Power Blanket, Nifty Lift, Atlas Copco, Chicago Pneumatic, Allmand, Miller Curber, Skyjack, Lull,...
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