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Stow LT-12D Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
NIGHTHAWK SERIES
MODELS LT-12D, LT-12P
DEDICATED LIGHT TOWER
(DEUTZ/LOMBARDINI DIESEL ENGINE)
(PERKINS DIESEL ENGINE)
Revision #1 (08/15/08)
To find the latest revision of this
publication, visit our website at:
www.multiquip.com
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
P/N: 49103

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL NIGHTHAWK SERIES MODELS LT-12D, LT-12P DEDICATED LIGHT TOWER (DEUTZ/LOMBARDINI DIESEL ENGINE) (PERKINS DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #1 (08/15/08) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.

  • Page 2: Reporting Safety Defects

    PROPOSITION 65 WARNING / REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Diesel engine exhaust and some of REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that 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 Multiquip at 1-800-421-1244.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS STOW NIGHTHA STOW NIGHTHA STOW NIGHTHA STOW NIGHTHA STOW NIGHTHAWK L L L L L T T T T T -12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER -12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER -12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER -12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER -12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER Proposition 65 ..............

  • Page 4: Safety Message Alert Symbols

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Potential hazards associated with the LT-12 Series Light FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! Tower operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols Safety precautions should be followed which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced at all times when operating this in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols.
  • Page 5 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS CAUTION - Rotating Parts CAUTION - Equipment Damage Messages NEVER operate equipment with covers, Other important messages are provided throughout this or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, manual to help prevent damage to your light tower, other hair and clothing away from all moving property, or the surrounding environment.

  • Page 6: Rules For Safe Operation

    ■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not floodlight, or replace any damaged fixture wiring. recommended by Stow for this equipment. Damage to the ■ NEVER leave any grease or oil residue on glass surface equipment and/or injury to user may result.
  • Page 7 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION DANGER - High Danger Areas DANGER - Overhead Obstruction Danger The 5 DANGER items listed below are considered ALWAYS make sure the area High DANGER areas and should be adhered to. Failing to above Light tower is open understand these areas could result in Bodily Harm, and clear of overhead power...

  • Page 8: Operation And Safety Decals

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals This dedicated light tower is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below and on the next page shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 9 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Figure 1. Operation and Safety Decals (Continued) LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08) — PAGE 9...

  • Page 10: Specifications (Light Tower)

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SPECIFICATIONS (LIGHT TOWER) s n i i n i l e s l e s ) y r ) . g o i s t r o y t i l h t i . t e i l d t t a l a t...

  • Page 11: Specifications (Engines)

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINES) i f i o i t i p s t a r o r t i l y r e t l e s o r t p s i . n i .

  • Page 12: Dimensions

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — DIMENSIONS Figure 2. Dimensions r e f r e t i t p i i s n . n i o i t i . n i y o l o i t i . n i y o l o i t i .

  • Page 13: General Information

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — GENERAL INFORMATION The Stow LT-12 Series Light Tower is a dedicated general For ease of service or transport, each floodlight is equipped purpose floodlight tower intended for emergency and remote with a quick-disconnect connector that allows the lamp fixture to lighting conditions.

  • Page 14: Components

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — COMPONENTS Figure 3. Major Components (Control Panel Side) Figure 3 and 4 shows the location of the controls and components 9. Tower Lock/Release Pin – Pull this pin to release tower for the LT-12 Series Light Tower. The functions of each control is mast from cradle support.
  • Page 15 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — COMPONENTS Figure 4. Major Components (Front/Rear) 18. Engine Exhaust Pipe – Directs engine exhaust to the rear 21. Tires – This light tower uses a ST175-13C size tire. Replace of the light tower. NEVER block this exhaust pipe with obstruc- with only recommended tire size.

  • Page 16: Control Panel

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — CONTROL PANEL Figure 5. Control Panel Components and Indicators PAGE 16 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)
  • Page 17 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — CONTROL PANEL Figure 5 shows the location of the basic control panel components 10. Pre-Heat Indicator Light/Battery Charge Light – for the LT-12 Light Tower. Listed below is a brief explanation of Indicates when the glow plugs have been heated up for each control or component.

  • Page 18: Floodlight Footcandle Plots

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — FLOOD LIGHT FOOTCANDLE PLOT Figure 6. Floodlight Footcandle Plot (Area Coverage) PAGE 18 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)

  • Page 19: Towing Guidelines

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TOWING GUIDELINES ■ Inflate tires to correct pressure, inspect tires for cuts, and Towing Safety Precautions excessive wear. See Table 3 (Tire Wear Troubleshooting). ■ Check wheel mounting lug nuts with a torque wrench. CAUTION - Local Towing Regulations Torque wheel lug nuts as described in the "...
  • Page 20 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TOWING GUIDELINES Figure 7. Safety Chains/ Trailer Coupler Hook-up PAGE 20 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)

  • Page 21: Trailer Safety Guidelines

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TRAILER SAFETY GUIDELINES Tires/Wheels/Lug Nuts Tires and wheels are a very important and critical components of the trailer. When specifying or replacing the trailer wheels it is important the wheels, tires, and axle are properly matched. WARNING - Wheel Repair/Modification DO NOT attempt to repair or modify a wheel.
  • Page 22 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TRAILER SAFETY GUIDELINES e t I - . t ) . s " 8 / " 6 " 2 / . Y L . Y L . Y L Lug Nut Torque Requirements It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque on the trailer.

  • Page 23: Trailer Wiring Diagram

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TRAILER WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 10. Typical Trailer Wiring Diagram LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08) — PAGE 23...

  • Page 24: Inspection

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — INSPECTION Before Starting 1. Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual. 2. Clean the light tower, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet and air cleaner. Figure 11. Dipstick 3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.
  • Page 25 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — INSPECTION Battery Check Fuel Check CAUTION - Diesel Fuel Safety WARNING - Battery Safety Diesel fuel and its vapors are dangerous The operator MUST wear the appropriate to your health and the surrounding protective equipment and clothing while environment.
  • Page 26 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — INSPECTION Coolant (Ethylane Glycol [Green] / Water — 50/50 mix) Use only drinkable tap water. If hard water or water with many NOTE When the antifreeze is mixed with impurities is used, the inside of the engine and radiator may water, the antifreeze mixing ratio become coated with deposits and cooling efficiency will be must be less than 50%.
  • Page 27 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — INSPECTION 6. Bottom tower mast is locked in place. WARNING - Respiratory Hazard 7. Light tower trailer support stands have been positioned The engine's exhaust contains harmful properly and the trailer is level. emissions. ALWAYS ventilate the exhaust 8.

  • Page 28: Startup Procedure

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — STARTUP PROCEDURES Starting the Engine Starting the Engine (Lombardini/Deutz Engines) The Night-Hawk LT-12 Series Light Tower is available with two 1. Open the access panel door on the right-side of the light tower (opposite the fuel tank). Set the door latch in place to types of engines (Perkins or Lombardini/Deutz).

  • Page 29: Shutdown Procedure

    6. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Store key in a safe location. 7. Lower light tower mast and place in stow position as outlined in the Pre-Setup section of this manual. 8. Place outriggers in tow position, and remove chock blocks.

  • Page 30: Mast Operation

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAST OPERATION Raising Mast (Top and Center Tower Sections) DANGER - Overhead Obstruction Danger Once the tower mast has been locked into its vertical position, the top and center tower sections can now be raised. These two ALWAYS make sure the area above Light tower is open and tower sections allow the flood lights to be extended upwards in clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions.
  • Page 31 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION Turning On the Flood Lights Applying an External Load The Night-Hawk LT-12 Series Light Tower is available with two The Main Circuit Breaker (25 amps), and 4 floodlight circuit auxiliary output receptacles (Figure 18). The upper most breakers (10 amps each) are located on the upper control panel receptacle (twist-lock) located at the front of the light tower can (Figure 20).
  • Page 32 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAINTENANCE Use Table 9 shown below as a general checklist to be performed on a daily basis. For more detailed maintenance refer to the Perkins or Lombardini/Deutz engine service manuals. s l e l i F r e t r i A a c i...

  • Page 33: Operation

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAINTENANCE Check Cable Wear Servicing the Mast Extension Cable System: The wire rope (cable) that raises and extends the mast is a very To replace the cable in the mast extension cable system, use the important part of the light tower.
  • Page 34 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAINTENANCE General Inspection Fuel Addition Add diesel fuel (the grade may vary according to season and Prior to each use, the generating set should be cleaned and locations). Always pour through the mesh filter. inspected for deficiencies. Check for loose, missing or damaged nuts, bolts or other fasteners.
  • Page 35 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAINTENANCE 14. Drain the water inside reserve tank, clean the inside of the WARNING - Radiator Burn Hazard reserve tank, then fill with coolant/water mixture to between the full and low lines. Allow engine to cool when flushing out radiator.
  • Page 36 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — MAINTENANCE Replacing Fuel Filter Light Tower Storage: 1. Set the container under the filter cartridge to catch fuel. For storage of the generator for over 30 days, the following is required: 2. Using a filter wrench, turn the filter cartridge to the left to remove it.
  • Page 37 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (GENERATOR) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Generator Troubleshooting (Table 10) information shown below and on the following page.
  • Page 38 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Engine Troubleshooting (Table 11) information shown below and on the following page.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting (Engine)

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) l i f r e t o l c t r i r i A e l c i t c . t u i n i i t c f l a i t c c a l i t u l...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting (Lamps)

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (LAMPS) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, use Table 12 shown below and the Troubleshooting Guide as a basic guideline for troubleshooting lamp malfunctions. If the problem cannot be remedied, consult our company's business office or service plant.
  • Page 41 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (LAMPS) s t r r t s e k i e v i r o f i r e r e t t i w t s r i k c a t l a l l .

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting (Generator)

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — TROUBLESHOOTING (LAMPS) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Use the following procedure and wiring diagram on the opposite page to determine which of the four floodlights is not functioning: Connections: 1. Make sure that floodlight #1 power cable is plugged into the J1 connector on the T-Bar assembly. 2.

  • Page 43: Schematic Diagram

    LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM Capacitors C1 thru C4 are 480 VAC, LIGHT TOWER SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM μ Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω f. In addition a 47K (1/2 watt) NOTE resistor is installed across the capacitor terminals(may be internal or externally installed).
  • Page 44 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — DEUTZ ENGINE WIRING PAGE 44 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)
  • Page 45 LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — PERKINS ENGINE WIRING LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08) — PAGE 45...

  • Page 46: Please Have The Model And Serial

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