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OperatiOn Manual MODel lt6D liGHt tOWer/GeneratOr (KOHler KDW 1003 DieSel enGine) Revision #0 (07/16/13) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. pn 34639...
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov; or write to: Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E. Washington, DC 20590 You can also obtain information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safecar.gov. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 3...
COuLD result in DEATH or seRIOus InJuRY. CauTIOn Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COuLD result in mInOR or mODeRaTe InJuRY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 5...
DO nOT use the equipment for any purpose other than numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fi re its intended purposes or applications. department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. page 6 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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ALWAYS lower the light tower when not in use, or if high winds or electrical storms are expected. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 7...
United States Forest Service for this before servicing equipment. purpose. In order to comply with local laws regarding spark arresters, consult the engine distributor or the local Health and Safety Administrator. page 8 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting. Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross vehicle weight rating.” LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 9...
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DO nOT secure the unit by running a strap or chain over the tongue of the light tower. This may cause severe damage to the unit. page 10 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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neveR use gas piping as an electrical ground. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 11...
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ALWAYS disconnect the negaTIve battery terminal before performing service on the generator. ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. Repair or replace all worn cables. page 12 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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The label must remain with the engine for its entire life. If a replacement emission label is needed, please contact your authorized Kohler Engine Distributor. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 13...
The light tower has a wind stability of up to 65 mph with The trailer is engineered to DOT and is in compliance to the outriggers and jackstands fully deployed. standards of the National Association of Trailers (NATM). page 18 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
6. mast Cradle support — When towing of the light tower or ball failure. is required, place the tower mast into the cradle support. Make sure cradle lock/release pin has been inserted and mast is locked. page 20 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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12 HP diesel engine. 23. Battery — The 12-volt DC batter y (CA:550/ CCA:430) is shipped wet and is ready for use. Battery is shown here for clarity. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 21...
29. Rear Jackstands/Outriggers — There are two jackstands located at the rear of the trailer. Use these jackstands and outriggers to level and support the light tower. page 22 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
11. Oil Pressure Alarm Indicator — This alarm LED flashes when the oil pressure has fallen too low for normal engine operation. The LED will stay on until the problem is corrected. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 25...
A loose or defective V-belt can adversely 11. Oil Dip Stick — Remove to check amount and affect the performance of the engine. condition of oil in crankcase. page 26 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
Figure 8. Always fill with recommended type oil as listed in Table 4. See Table 2 for engine oil capacity. Figure 8. Oil Dipstick LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 27...
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Handle fuel in a safe container. If the container does Immediately wash off any spilled electrolyte (battery not have a spout, use a funnel. acid). 5. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately! page 28 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
5.18 qt. (4.9 liters) OpeRaTIOn In FReezIng WeaTHeR When operating in freezing weather, make sure the proper amount of antifreeze (Table 6) has been added. Figure 11. Fan Belt Tension LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 29...
3. On the corresponding male connector, locate the key between the two connectors. See Figure 14. tab (B) as shown in Figure 13. Figure 13. Male Connector page 30 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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5. Check behind the light tower and make sure all personnel and objects are clear of the mast. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 31...
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SUPPORT FORKLIFT POCKET USED AS A MAST ROTATION HANDLE MAST MAST ROTATION LOCKING KNOB MAST EXTENSION HANDLE VERTICAL MAST WINCH MAST LOCK/RELEASE LEVER Figure 22. Mast Operation page 32 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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3. When the lights are facing in the desired direction, tighten the mast rotation lock knob to lock the mast in place. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 33...
If any abnormal conditions occur, shut down the engine and correct the problem. page 34 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Figure 21. GFCI Test Button 4. Once the mast is fully seated in the mast cradle, insert the cradle lock/release pin and secure with cotter pin to keep in place. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 35...
Replace if necessary. Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and 6. Reinstall air filter paper element and support. Attach cover and secure cover with locking latch. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 37...
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Figure 26. Draining Engine Oil 3. Check the drained oil for excessive metal particles or foreign material. Contact the distributor if there is metal particles or foreign material. page 38 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Allow engine to cool when flushing out radiator. Flushing the radiator while hot will damage radiator. In addition, the possibility of hot coolant exists which can cause severe burns. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 39...
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15. Stop the engine, wait for 3 minutes, add tap water until the water level reaches near the water filler port, then 4. Replace the pulley and the cable as needed. tighten the radiator cap. page 40 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Connect the second cable to the bottom of the center mast and slide the center mast into the opening of the lower mast, observing proper lifting techniques. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 41...
Figure 33. Leaf Suspension Components DangeR Worn or broken suspension parts can cause loss of control, damage to equipment and severe bodily injury, even death! Check suspension regularly. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 43...
Allow plenty of room for passing. A rule of thumb is that • Tires are not visibly low on pressure. the passing distance with a trailer is 4 times the passing distance without the trailer. page 44 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your trailer. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 45...
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Also, before you start towing, adjust the mirrors so you can see the trailer as well as the area to the rear of it. page 46 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Figure C. Ball Coupler Be sure the SIZE of the hitch ball matches the size of the ball coupler. page 48 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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In the open position, the coupler is able to drop fully onto the hitch ball. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 49...
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• Cross chains underneath hitch and coupler with trailer tongue to the jack. enough slack to permit turning and to hold tongue up, if the trailer comes loose. page 50 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Be sure the coupler is secured tightly to the tongue of the trailer. All coupler fasteners must be visibly solid against the trailer frame. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 51...
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Using the trailer jack, test to see that you can raise the rear of the tow vehicle by1-inch after the coupler is locked to the hitch. page 52 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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This certifi cation/VIN label will indicate the trailer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). This is the most weight the fully loaded trailer can weigh. It will also provide the LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 53...
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These actions, along with other care and maintenance activities, can also: page 54 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Figure J. UTQGS Tire Information Tire ply Composition and materials used: The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 55...
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(break off) with great force and cause serious eye or bodily injury. page 56 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
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Over-tightening lug nuts will result in breaking the studs Improper operating taillights, stoplights and turn signals or permanently deforming the mounting stud holes in can cause collisions. the wheels. Check all lights before each tow. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 57...
Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take remedial action following the diagnosis based on the troubleshooting tables. If the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit as is and consult Multiquip's technical support department or your local dealer. Table 11. Generator Troubleshooting...
Under certain conditions new lightsmay "cycle". cycling. New Lamp? Usually after 3 tries to start at 30 to 60 second intervals, lightswill stabilize and operate satisfactorily. Defective Lamp? Replace lamp. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 61...
Ballast nameplate data should agree with lamp line voltage Improper Ballast? and lamp use. If improper ballast is used, the lamp life will be shortened. A mismatch may also cause the ballast to fail. page 62 — LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13)
The capacitor is known to store an electrical charge, that when discharged could result in a harmful shock. Make sure to discharge capacitor. LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 63...
BK W R BK W R BK W BK W BK W BK W R BK W SPLICE:TYPICAL 17 PLACES LICENSE PLATE LAMP CONNECT TO TOWING VEHICLE LT6D LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #0 (07/16/13) — page 69...