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Atlas Copco QLTS 4 Instruction Book

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Atlas Copco
QLTS – 4, 6 & 8
Instruction Book
"Copyright 2007, Atlas Copco Compressors, LLC. Westfield, Massachusetts
Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part of this book is
prohibited. This applies in particular to trademarks, model denominations, part
numbers and drawings."
No. 1310 3012 79 Ed. 1
2012-10
Solar Light Tower
1310 3012 79 Ed. 1 2012- 10

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  • Page 1 Instruction Book 1310 3012 79 Ed. 1 2012- 10 “Copyright 2007, Atlas Copco Compressors, LLC. Westfield, Massachusetts Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part of this book is prohibited. This applies in particular to trademarks, model denominations, part numbers and drawings.”...
  • Page 2 Service plan: First start-up date: Selected Lubricants Compressor: Capacity: Bearing grease type, electric motor: Printed Matter Nos. Atlas Copco instruction book / rev: Atlas Copco logbook: Atlas Copco parts list / rev: Engine parts list: Local Atlas Copco Representative Name: Address:...

  • Page 3: Read Before Using

    While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, Atlas Copco does not assume responsibility for possible errors. Atlas Copco reserves the right to make changes without prior notice.

  • Page 4: Where To Obtain Service

    The manufacturer does not accept any liability for any damage arising for modifications, additions or conversions made without the manufacturer's approval in writing. Copyright 2012, Atlas Copco Compressors LLC, Rock Hill, SC USA Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part thereof is prohibited.

  • Page 5: Operating Safety

    Safety Operating safety WARNING Improper use of equipment could cause serious injury or death. For best results on the QLTS, appropriate and safe operating procedures mandatory. Always read and apply the safety and operating procedures before working with this equipment. Prior to using this product, carefully read, understand, and observe all instructions in this manual.

  • Page 6: Service Safety

    Service safety • Always take precautions to ensure the safety of service personnel. Whenever possible, perform maintenance indoors, out of the weather, and away from traffic. • Never perform even routine service unless all electrical components are shut down: • Ensure all light tower power circuits are shut off.

  • Page 7: Rear Frame

    Assembly Drawbar Before using your QLTS for the first time, install the drawbar. Before shipment from the factory, the drawbar may be removed to make the trailer more compact. To assemble the drawbar, refer to Figure 3-1 Installing the drawbar and follow these instructions: Ensure the front leveling jacks are down and locked, and firmly seated on the ground.
  • Page 8 Using a 9/16-inch wrench, remove and set aside the four sets of bolts, nuts, and washers that hold the rear frame in place. 2. Pull the rear frame away from the trailer as indicated, 24 inches (61cm), until the second set of holes in the rear frame align with the holes in the trailer frame.
  • Page 9 Ensure the function selector switch on the control panel (see Using the control panel) is set to off ( ). 2. Insert the extension bar into the end of the T-bar, then secure it with two sets of bolts, washers, and nuts (see Figure 3-3 Installing or removing additional lights). •...
  • Page 10 Figure 3-4 Wiring connections for additional lights Junction box Cables Cables To uninstall lights on an extension bar from the light tower, refer to Figure 3-3 Installing or removing additional lights and follow these steps: Ensure the function selector switch on the control panel (see Using the control panel) is set to off ( ).

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Overview A typical deployment of the QLTS includes the following steps: Towing the trailer to its destination (Towing) 2. Locating and positioning the trailer (Locating and positioning the trailer) Leveling the trailer (Leveling the trailer) 4. Adjusting the lights and raising the tower (Adjusting the lights and raising the tower) Instructions for using the control panel to operate the light tower are provided in Using the light tower.
  • Page 12 Figure 4-1 Before towing Winch, brake, and lock detail Rotation handle Winch handle Travel-lock Rotation-brake knob Solar panel jack Leveling jack (one at each corner of trailer) Wheel-lock bar (optional) Battery box Vehicle identification tag (inner side of crossbar) Drawbar bolts Drawbar jack Drawbar, tow hitch, and tow...
  • Page 13 Figure 4-2 Solar array wire lock pin Solar panel jack Solar array wire lock pin 4. If the solar panels are tilted upward, lower them using the solar array jack. When lowered all the way, lock the array in place using the solar array wire lock pin (Figure 4-2 Solar array wire lock pin).
  • Page 14 d. Ensure the trailer’s detachable drawbar is attached securely to the trailer frame with two sets of bolts and nuts. The bolts should engage the drawbar and the nuts should be tight. e. Lower the drawbar jack into the down position by pulling the jack locking pin and rotating the jack downward.

  • Page 15: After Towing

    • Adhere to applicable transportation department regulations when towing the trailer. 4.3.3 After towing • After towing, use the drawbar-mounted jack to raise the drawbar and release the tow hitch from the tow vehicle, then pull the vehicle away from the light tower trailer.
  • Page 16 batteries will be charged by the solar charging system, then returned to the desired work area at night. 4.4.2 Leveling the trailer Prior to raising the light tower mast, the trailer must be level for increased stability. To level the trailer, refer to Figure 4-4 Raising and rotating the light tower mast and follow these steps: Block or chock the trailer wheels.
  • Page 17 Figure 4-4 Raising and rotating the light tower mast Battery box Wheel-lock bar (optional) Winch, brake, and lock detail Leveling jack Solar panel (one at each jack corner of trailer) Travel-lock Rotation handle Winch handle Rotation-brake knob 1310301279...

  • Page 18: Using The Control Panel

    4.4.3 Adjusting the lights and raising the tower After positioning the trailer (Locating and positioning the trailer) and leveling the trailer (Leveling the trailer), adjust the lights and raise the tower by referring to Figure 4-4 Raising and rotating the light tower mast and following these steps: Select a light fixture and adjust its position so it will face the desired direction when the light tower mast is raised and rotated.
  • Page 19 Figure 4-5 Control panel Function selector Light switches Solar charging indicator Battery charge indicator 1310301279...
  • Page 20 • Additional light fixtures may be added to light towers with fewer than eight. To order more fixtures, contact the local Atlas Copco Customer Service Center. • If the function selector switch is in any position other than...

  • Page 21: Power System

    4.5.2 Tilting the solar panels To optimize solar charging, the solar panels may be tilted upward for greater sun exposure. Before raising the solar panels, release and remove the solar array wire lock pin, then use the solar panel jack (see Figure 4-7 Solar array wire lock pin). •...

  • Page 22: Solar Panels

    Under optimal conditions, the batteries will remain charged and the light tower can be used every night without having to use an external charger. The solar charging system’s capacity to keep the batteries fully charged is dependent on the power draw of the light tower’s lights and the solar panels’ exposure to the sun.
  • Page 23 Charging Battery voltage should be checked once a week, to ensure the charging system is keeping the batteries charged. During winter, where sunlight is less intense, battery voltage should be checked more often. (For an overview of the solar charging system, see Overview.) •...
  • Page 24 Table 4-1 Battery charge requirements Charge Specific gravity Open-circuit voltage, Approx. required charge level,% @80°F (27°C) volts time, hrs. 12V batt. batt. 1.277 6.37 12.73 1.268 6.34 12.68 1.258 6.31 12.62 1.248 6.28 12.56 1.238 6.25 12.50 1.227 6.22 12.44 1.217 6.19 12.37...
  • Page 25 If the charger appears not to be working, the fuse on the charger may be blown, or the power outlet may not be switched on. • The Atlas Copco battery charger will not overcharge the batteries, even if left unattended for an extended period. •...
  • Page 26 • Store batteries in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location. The storage temperature should remain as low as possible without dropping below 32°F (0°C), and should not exceed 80°F (27°C). • Store batteries safely out of reach of children and pets. •...
  • Page 27 Figure 4-8 Battery box wiring Receptacle Charger Batteries Wiring and replacement parts For wiring diagrams and replacement parts, contact Atlas Copco Customer Service Center. 1310301279...

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