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Operator’s Manual Light Tower LTN5 Machine Type LTN5Y Material Number 5100072792 Version Date 09/2024 Language [en]...
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Violations of legal regulations, in particular of the copyright protection, will be subject to civil and criminal prosecution. Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG reserves the right to change its products and their technical specifications for further technical development at any time without any claim to changes to machines already delivered.
1., 2., 3… Indicates an activity. The sequence of the steps must be observed. ⇨ Indicates a result or an intermediate result of an action. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Contact person Depending on the country, the contact person is a service partner, a sub- sidiary or a dealer. • On the Internet at http://www.wackerneuson.com. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
• Operating the machine outside of factory specifications. • Operating the machine in a manner inconsistent with the warnings on the machine and in the operator's manual. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury, as well as damage to the machine and/or other objects. • Keep safety instructions and information for the future. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
The operator’s manual must be supplemented by further instructions for compliance with operational, official, national or generally applic- able safety guidelines. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
It may contain instructions which are not relev- ant for this machine. 4.7.1 Workplace Warning! Hazard of poisoning from exhaust gases. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
People can be injured as a result. • Do not work under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Warning! Danger of being drawn in by unsuitable clothing and long hair. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
• Only use suitable and tested lifting gear and slings with sufficient load-bearing capacity. • Secure the machine safely to the lifting gear. • Use appropriate transport method. Warning! Risk of crushing from swinging loads. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
People can suffer a lightning strike and be seriously injured or killed. • When the mast is extended, do not operate the machine when a thunderstorm is approaching or during thunderstorms. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
• Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed of trailer. • The recommended maximum speed for off-road towing is 15 km/h (lower in rough terrain). Warning! Danger of falling on slopes and drop-off edges. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
4.10 Service Warning! Risk of injury from defective machine. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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People can be injured by moving parts. • Disconnect starter battery before maintenance. 4.10.1 Threaded fittings Caution! Risk of injury due to missing or loose screw connections. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
• In case of skin contact, wash skin immediately with soap and water. • Do not eat or drink while working with vehicle fluids. Caution! Risk of injury from the pressurized hydraulic system. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
The engine surface and exhaust system can become very hot after only a short time. Persons can suffer burns on contact. • Switch off the engine and let it cool down. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
• Fire, sparks and smoking are prohibited when handling starter batter- ies. Note! Battery damage due to improper handling. • Do not open the starter battery. • For charging, observe the battery manufacturer's instructions. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Enter the data on the machine in the following table: Designation Your details Group - Type Material number (Mat.-No Machine Version (Rev.) Machine number (serial no.) Year of construction (date) Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
CERCANO PARA PEDIR UN EJEMPLAR ADICIONAL. LA NOTICE D'EMPLOI DOIT ETRE MUNIE SUR LA MACHINE. CONTACTER LE DISTRIBUTEUR WACKER LE PLUS PROCHE POUR COMMANDER UN EXEMPLAIRE SUPPLEMENTAIRE. 115096 [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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CERCANO PARA PEDIR UN EJEMPLAR ADICIONAL. LA NOTICE D'EMPLOI DOIT ETRE MUNIE SUR LA MACHINE. CONTACTER LE DISTRIBUTEUR WACKER LE PLUS PROCHE POUR COMMANDER UN EXEMPLAIRE SUPPLEMENTAIRE. 115096 General machine Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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• Fire, open flame and smoking are prohibited. Machine start quick guide. Risk of injury! Read the operator’s manual. Danger of electric shock. Read the operator’s manual. Risk of crushing! Maintain distance! [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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CONTACTER LE DISTRIBUTEUR WACKER LE PLUS PROCHE POUR COMMANDER UN EXEMPLAIRE SUPPLEMENTAIRE. 115096 Only lift the machine at the central suspension with tested lifting gear and slinging gear (safety load hook). Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Description of the Machine Type plates and labels 5.2 Tie-down points. Guaranteed sound power level. Drain engine oil. Type label. Tightening torque. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Front support legs extendable Forklift pockets crosswise Rear support legs Forklift pockets sideways Engine hood Central suspension with cover Base frame Under carriage Chock Support wheel Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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3 Rear support legs 4 Front support legs extendable 5 Front panel 6 Forklift pockets crosswise 7 Forklift pockets sideways 8 Engine hood 9 Central suspension with cover [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Description of the Machine 5.3 Components General machine Air filter Hydraulic unit Coolant drain Fuel filter/water separator Starter battery Fuses Oil dipstick Oil filter Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Loosen and remove the mounting screw. Turn the tow bar to the vertical position. Re-attach the fastening screw from behind in the lower hole and tighten it. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Do not exceed the permissible total height during transport (height of the loading area plus the height of the light pole). Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Insert the locking pin at the locking handle again. ð The height of the drawbar is thus set. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Place chocks 1 in front and rear of the wheels to ensure that the machine cannot move when it is decoupled from the vehicle. Unlock coupling 5 and take it off the trailer coupling of the towing vehicle. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
• Do not set up the machine in the immediate vicinity of elevated cables or power lines. • Set up the machine at ground level or at a slightly elevated location. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
WARNING Improper handling may result in injury or serious material damage. ► Please read and follow all safety instructions in this operator's manual. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
• The illuminated area must be lower or on the same level as the light- ing elements. • Leave adequate space around the machine to extend the supports. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Release clamp 6 of rear support legs 5. Lower rear support legs 5 to the ground. Tighten clamp 6 of the rear support legs 5. ð The machine is stabilized and aligned. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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In this way, the lighting elements can be aligned both vertically and horizontally. To be able to reach the lighting elements for adjustment, the mast must be lowered completely. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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If the lighting elements are aligned evenly, each with a 90 degree offset, the largest possible area is obtained. The optimum angle with the ground is 70 degrees. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Commissioning 7.3 Putting into operation Maximum achievable area illumination see Technical Data on page Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Check engine oil level, fill engine oil if necessary. Check the coolant level; refill coolant as necessary. Move all light switches 1 to position B. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Switch on the light by pressing key 3 on the display. 7.3.7 Starting with external power supply Connect external power supply. Move light switch 1 to position B. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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If the machine is in automatic mode and, for example, it is in the time range in which it should illuminate, the machine starts automatically. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
The system automatically lowers the mast when the trailer parking brake is released and also prevents the mast from raising if the parking brake is not applied. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Symbol for the mode Mast is lowered Alternator condition (working/not working) Mast is raised Status of lighting (On/Off) Machine status information External power supply connected [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Operation 8.3 Display Alternator does not work. Alternator is working. Light off. Light on. Manual mode Automatic mode with light sensor Automatic mode with timer Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Current time Voltage of the starter battery Number of operating hours Symbol for the mode Alternator condition (working/not working) Status of lighting (On/Off) Machine status information [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Pressing the key starts the starting sequence (pre-heating, start, wait for generated voltage). When the engine is running, pressing the key again will stop it. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
“Automatic light” operating mode. 8.3.5 Operator settings ▪ Press the Settings key on the status display once (1x). ð The current setting is displayed. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
After a successful engine start, the lamps are switched on. If the light sensor detects "day," the lamps, elec- trical system and engine are switched off. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Another example of setting the Timer. The light comes on at 7:32 p.m. on Saturday and stays on for 7 hours. The light then goes out on Sunday at 02:32 in the morning. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Disconnect the load cable from the socket. Switch off the engine. Switch on the engine again. ð The socket is powered again. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Switch off the lighting elements with light switch 3. Lower the mast completely using key 2. Set the lighting elements to transport position. Switch off the engine with engine switch 1. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Lower the mast completely using key 2. Set the lighting elements to transport position. Move activation switch 1 to position A. Disconnect external power supply. ð Machine is switched off. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Burn hazard due to hot engine oil! Splashes of hot oil can cause burns to the skin. ► Switch off the engine and let it cool down. ► Use protective gloves. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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(e.g. due to an emergency). CAUTION Health risk from fuel, lubricants and coolants! ► Do not inhale vapors. ► Avoid skin and eye contact. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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If labels are no longer legible, dam- aged or missing, they must be re- placed. Depending on whichever interval occurs first. * Have this work carried out by a service partner. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Conduct visual inspections to check for loose or frayed cable insula- tion or cable sheathing. Get the damaged cables replaced immediately by the service part- ner. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Tighten the bracket clamp 3 until the battery cannot move. 9.3.4 Check indicator lights, displays, and switches ▪ Check indicator lights, displays, and switches before startup and during operation to ensure proper operation. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Inspect wiring for wear, tear, and vibration abrasion. 9.3.10 Check support legs Check machine support legs. Replace all missing or damaged parts before raising the mast. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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104° C (220° F) • The engine oil pressure switch. – The engine oil switch prevents the engine from running at low oil pressure. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Clean the filter housings 2 and 5 from outside. Loosen the fasteners 4 on the air filter cover 5 and remove the cover. Remove the filter element 3. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Tighten the mounting screws with the right torque (refer to torque table). Regularly check V-belt 4 for the right tension and wear. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Screw on the seal 2 and the cover 4 using mounting screws 3. Dispose of drained fuel, condensates and deposits in an environ- mentally friendly manner. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
The level must be within the range marked on the oil dipstick. If the level is below the marked range, top up the engine oil. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Refill hydraulic oil until the hydraulic oil tank is filled ¾, see Tech- nical Data on page Screw the closing lid back on the hydraulic oil tank and tighten it by hand. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
Check the oil level and the oil filter. Relay tripped. Check the relay and change it if ne- cessary.* Defective activation switch Check the activation switch and change it if necessary.* [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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Check the fuel filter and change it if necessary.* Clogged air filter. Check the filter element and change it if necessary.* Excessive vibrations. Engine speed too low. See "Engine speed too low". Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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The sheathed cable is defective. Change the sheathed cable.* Defective pulley. Change pulley.* * Have this work carried out by a service partner. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Connect the alligator clip 3 of the black cable to the negative ter- minal (-) of the boosting battery. Connect the other alligator clip 4 of the black cable to the negative terminal (-) of the starter battery. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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Detach the other alligator clip 1 of the red cable at the positive ter- minal (+) of the boosting battery. Attach the cover of the starter battery A and the terminal caps of the boosting battery B. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
Professional disposal of this machine avoids negative effects on human health and the environment, helps with the targeted treatment of pollut- ants and makes it possible to recycle valuable raw materials. Operator’s Manual | LTN5Y | LTN5 | 5100072792 | 09/2024 | Version: 3 | [en]...
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National laws or regional regulations may also require batteries to be disposed of separately. Disposal of the battery in accordance with national regulations must therefore be ensured. [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
35.31 ft³ 1 ml 0.034 US fl.oz. 1 l 0.26 gal. 1 l/min 0.26 gal./min Length units 1 mm 0.039 in 1 m 3.28 ft Weights 1 kg 2.2 lbs. 1 g 0.035 oz. Pressure [en] | Version: 3 | 09/2024 | 5100072792 | LTN5Y | LTN5 | Operator’s Manual...
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