Generac Power Systems MLTS Owner's Manual page 10

Raising and Lowering the Mast
WARNING
Electrocution. Do not set up or operate this
unit if severe weather is expected. Lightning
strikes can kill or cause severe injury even if
you are not touching the unit.
WARNING
Do not set up the unit if high winds are
> 60 mph
expected. High winds can cause the unit to
tip or fall, causing severe injury or machine
damage.
WARNING
Personal injury or equipment damage. Do not raise
or lower the mast while the unit is operating. Doing so
can break the lenses and cause the lamps to shatter.
WARNING
Personal Injury. Stop immediately if the mast hangs
up or the winch cable develops slack. Excess slack
could cause the mast to collapse, resulting in personal
injury or equipment damage.
WARNING
Tipping hazard. Extend the outriggers and level the unit
before raising the mast. Keep the outriggers extended while
the mast is up. Failure to do so could cause the unit to tip
and fall and could result in death or serious injury.
•
Keep area around the unit clear of people while
raising and lowering the mast.
•
ALWAYS lower the mast when not in use.
•
The tower extends up to 23 ft (7 m). Verify area
above trailer is open and clear of overhead wires
and obstructions.
•
If for any reason any part of the mast hangs up or
winch cable develops slack while raising or
lowering tower, stop immediately and contact a
GMASD.
•
NEVER remove safety pin or pull mast locking pin
while tower is up.
Owner's Manual for Mobile Light Tower
Service Safety
Accidental start-up. Disconnect negative battery
terminal before servicing to prevent accidental
engine rotation. Failure to do so could result in death
(000296)
or serious injury.
This unit uses high voltage circuits capable of causing
serious injury or death. Only a qualified and licensed
electrician should troubleshoot or repair problems
occurring in this equipment.
•
Before servicing the unit, verify the control power
(000297)
switch and circuit breakers are OFF (O), and the
negative (-) terminal on the battery is discon-
nected. DO NOT perform even routine service (oil/
filter changes, cleaning, etc.) unless all electrical
components are shut down.
•
ALWAYS use extreme caution when servicing this
(000279)
unit in damp conditions. Do not service the unit if
skin or clothing is wet. Do not allow water to collect
around the base of the unit.
•
DO NOT wash the unit with high pressure hoses,
power washers, or steam cleaners. Water may
collect in the unit, causing damage to electrical
parts.
(000265)
•
Replace all missing and hard to read decals.
Decals provide important operating instructions
and warn of dangers and hazards.
•
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling winch
cables. Never let cables slip through bare hands.
•
Only use mild soap and water to clean the lens
(000266)
covers. Other chemicals may damage the lens
covers.
Towing Safety
Towing a trailer requires care. Both the trailer and vehicle
must be in good condition and securely fastened to each
other to reduce the possibility of an accident. Some states
require that large trailers be registered and licensed.
Contact your local Department of Transportation office to
check on license requirements for your particular unit.
Hitch and Coupling
•
Verify the hitch and coupling on the towing vehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than, the trailer's
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
•
Verify the trailer hitch and the coupling are compat-
ible. Verify the coupling is securely fastened to the
vehicle.
•
DO NOT tow trailer using defective parts. Inspect
the hitch and coupling for wear or damage.
Introduction and Safety
WARNING
(000148a)
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