INTRODUCTION This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the engine and generator. For your own safety and protection from physical injury, carefully read, understand and observe the safety instructions described in this manual. The information contained in this manual was based on machines in production at the time of publication.
SAFETY NOTES This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. This manual contains DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTICES and NOTES which must be followed to prevent the possibility of improper service, damage to the equipment, personal injury or death.
• NEVER use tower if insulation on electrical cord is cut or worn through. • NEVER operate lights without protective lens cover in place or with a lens cover that is cracked or damaged! ENGINE SAFETY Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling! Failure to follow the safety guidelines described below could result in severe injury or death.
• NEVER service electrical components if clothing or skin is wet. If the unit is stored outside, check the engine and generator for any moisture and dry the unit before use. • NEVER wash the unit with a power washer or high pressure hose. •...
UNIT SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS Unit I.D. Tag V.I.N. Tag Located on inside DATE OF MFG: MANUFACTURED BY/FABRIQUE PAR: COLD INFL. PRESS./PRESS. DE GONF A FROID GVWR/PNBV: of panel GAWR/PNBE TIRE/PNEU RIM/JANTE KPA(PSI/LPC) SGL/DUAL Refer to the locations illustrated below to find the unit ID tag, and trailer THIS VIEHICLE CONFORS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN MOTOR VIEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN ECCEFT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
SPECIFICATIONS Read this manual carefully before attempting to use this light tower. The potential for property damage, personal injury or death exists if this equipment is misused or installed incorrectly. Read all of the manuals included with this unit. Each manual details specific information regarding items such as set up, use and service requirements. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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SPECIFICATIONS Read this manual carefully before attempting to use this light tower. The potential for property damage, personal injury or death exists if this equipment is misused or installed incorrectly. Read all of the manuals included with this unit. Each manual details specific information regarding items such as set up, use and service requirements. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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SPECIFICATIONS Read this manual carefully before attempting to use this light tower. The potential for property damage, personal injury or death exists if this equipment is misused or installed incorrectly. Read all of the manuals included with this unit. Each manual details specific information regarding items such as set up, use and service requirements. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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SPECIFICATIONS Read this manual carefully before attempting to use this light tower. The potential for property damage, personal injury or death exists if this equipment is misused or installed incorrectly. Read all of the manuals included with this unit. Each manual details specific information regarding items such as set up, use and service requirements. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
LIGHT TOWER SET UP 1. For maximum light coverage locate tower at ground level or in a spot higher than the area being illuminated by the lamps. WARNING The tower extends up to 30 ft (9.14 m). Make sure area above the trailer is open and clear of overhead wires and obstructions.
RAISING THE TOWER WARNING The trailer must be leveled with the outriggers extended before raising the tower. The outriggers must remain extended while the tower is up. Failure to level the trailer or extend the outriggers will severely reduce the stability of the unit and could allow the tower to tip and fall.
RAISING THE TOWER WITH THE OPTIONAL ELECTRIC WINCH 1. Set up and level the trailer as described on page 12, and follow steps 1-3 on page 13. 2. Remove the safety pin from the mast lock bar (R). 3. Press the lower winch control toggle switch upward to raise mast DETAIL R into the vertical position (S).
MAIN CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS MAIN BREAKER 240V BALLAST INDICATOR LIGHTS LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT 120V GLOW PLUG INDICATOR TURN GLOW MAIN PLUG START BREAKER 240V HOURS NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME CONDUCTOR NEUTRO CONECTOADO AL CHASIS 1. MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER (30A or 40A): This breaker will disconnect power to the lights and auxiliary outlets. It will also disable the starting circuit if engine starting is attempted when the main breaker is on.
ENGINE STARTING AND OPERATION 1. Check engine oil, fuel and coolant levels. Note: If the engine was run out of fuel or the fuel tank was drained, it may be necessary to bleed the fuel lines. Refer to the engine operation manual supplied with the unit. 2.
LIGHT OPERATION 1. Once the engine is up to temperature and running smoothly, switch main circuit breaker (1) to the ON “I” position. 2. With main circuit breaker on, switch each individual circuit MAIN BREAKER 240V breaker for the lights (2) to ON “I”, one at a time. BALLAST INDICATOR LIGHTS 3.
SHUTTING DOWN When you have finished using the light tower proceed with shut down as follows: 1. Remove any loads from the auxiliary outlets. GLOW PLUG 2. Switch the individual circuit breakers for each light to the OFF “O” position. START 3.
4. Release the mast lock bar by pulling the safety pin on the mast lock and pulling the lock bar free. Lower the mast by holding the lower winch control toggle switch to the right until the mast is resting in the transport cradle. Note: If the lock bar does not pull free, activate lower winch slightly to relieve pressure on the mast lock bar.
LIFTING THE TRAILER When lifting the light tower and trailer, attach any slings, chains or hooks directly to the central lifting eye. The lifting eye is located on the mast between the two forklift pockets. 1. Make sure the equipment being used to lift the light tower UPPER has sufficient capacity.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE The periodic maintenance schedule below lists basic maintenance intervals for the engine. For detailed maintenance procedures refer to the engine operators manual. A copy of this manual was supplied with the unit when it was shipped from the factory. For additional or replacement copies of the engine operators manual, contact an authorized engine dealer in your area.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE LIGHTS WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! THIS UNIT USES HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUITS CAPABLE OF CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN SHOULD TROU- BLESHOOT OR REPAIR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS OCCURRING IN THIS EQUIPMENT. MAST LIGHTS OFF BUT BALLAST INDICATORS ON CONTROL PANEL ARE ON: 1.
UNIT DECALS WARNING SECURE MAST IN TRANSPORT LOCK BEFORE LIFTING OR TOWING! WARNUNG DEN MAST VOR DEM ANHEBEN ODER ABSCHLEPPEN IN DER TRANSPORTHALTERUNG SICHERN! ADVERTENCIA FIJE EL MASTIL EN LA TRABA DE TRANSPORTE ANTES DE REMOLCAR O LEVANTAR EL MISMO. ADVERTISSEMENT VERROUILLEZ SOLIDEMENT LE MAT POUR LE TRANSPORT AVANT DE...
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UNIT DECALS WARNING SECURE MAST IN TRANSPORT LOCK BEFORE LIFTING OR TOWING! WARNUNG DEN MAST VOR DEM ANHEBEN ODER ABSCHLEPPEN IN DER TRANSPORTHALTERUNG SICHERN! ADVERTENCIA FIJE EL MASTIL EN LA TRABA DE TRANSPORTE ANTES DE REMOLCAR O LEVANTAR EL MISMO. ADVERTISSEMENT VERROUILLEZ SOLIDEMENT LE MAT POUR LE TRANSPORT AVANT DE...
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UNIT DECALS DANGER ELECTRICAL STORAGE DEVICE WITHIN. CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN FOR SERVICE OR TO OPEN ELECTRICAL BOX. ELECTRIC SHOCK WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. GEFAHR DANGER ENTHÄLT ELEKTRISCHES SPEICHERGERÄT. ZUR WARTUNG ODER ZUM ÖFFNEN DES ELEKTROGEHÄUSES EINEN GESCHULTEN ELEKTRIKER ZU RATE ZIEHEN.
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UNIT DECALS WARNING DANGER GEFHAR PELIGRO DANGER DO NOT SET UP UNIT IN HIGH WIND OR STELLEN SIE NICHT MASSEINHEIT IM STARKEN WIND ODER WÄHREND DER ELEKTRISCHEN ¡CNO INSTALE LA UNIDAD EN FUERTE VIENTO N'INSTALLEZ PAS L'UNITÉ EN FORT VENT OU DURING ELECTRICAL STORMS! O DURANTE TORMENTAS ELÉCTRICAS! PENDANT LES ORAGES ÉLECTRIQUES !
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ITEM PART DESCRIPTION NOTES 12140 Decal set, common mast 4-lang. 12141 Decal set, engine/electrical safety 4-lang. 11553 Decal, instruction - 3000 4 lang End S#0900186 10588 Decal, instruction - 3000 oval 4 lang Start S#0900187 - for manual winch models 12881 Decal, instruction - 3000 4 lang End S#0900186...
MITSUBISHI ENGINE ASSEMBLY 31,32 Note: Engine and generator parts used in all Magnum Products LLC equipment carry the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) warranty unless otherwise stated. OEM warranty parts must be purchased through an OEM dealer. Please contact Magnum Products LLC with questions.
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ITEM PART DESCRIPTION NOTES 16540 Radiator w/fan guard End S#0900191 13924 Radiator w/fan guard - welded Start S#0900192 16554B Weldment, engine mount - LH 16553B Weldment, engine mount - RH 16597 Engine, Mitsubishi L3E-W261ML End S#081484 13046 Engine, Mitsubishi - L3E int. Tier IV Start S#081485 16444 Element, air filter...
KUBOTA ENGINE ASSEMBLY Note: Engine and generator parts used in all Magnum Products LLC equipment carry the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) warranty unless otherwise stated. OEM warranty parts must be purchased through an OEM dealer. Please contact Magnum Products LLC with questions.
METAL HALIDE BALLAST BOX ASSEMBLY WARNING DO NOT mix metal halide and high pressure sodium ballast parts! ITEM PART DESCRIPTION NOTES 11079 Cover, ballast box 14679 Capacitor, metal halide 11166 Transformer, metal halide 10227 Assembly, transformer & cap set 14158 Block, terminal 11078 Box, ballast...
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