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Operating Procedures (cont’d)
F. Pull the vertical locking-pin at the base of the pivot post (the kick-out spring should provide sufficient
pressure to start the tower pivoting over).
G. Let out on the winch cable to lower the tower into the cradle.
H. Insert the rear tower horizontal travel-locking pin into the cradle.
VII. TURN OFF FLOODLIGHTS
A. If operating, turn light circuit breakers off.
B. Turn engine switch to “OFF” to shut down the engine.
CAUTION: Do not shut down engine prior to turning lights off.
C. CAUTION: Allow lamps to cool at least ten (10) minutes before moving the tower to avoid breaking
lamps.
VIII. RELOCATING LIGHT TOWER TO NEW LOCATION
A. Insure that tower has been properly lowered (see section VI) and locking pins are engaged.
B. Insure all fixtures are pointed toward the ground, or mounted on the fixture storage brackets on the lower
tower section.
C. CAUTION: All jacks must be raised and all outriggers locked into travel position.
D. Insure that the coupler is properly secured to the towing vehicle and attached safety chains (if supplied).
Release any manual braking mechanism (if supplied).
E. Do not tow at excessive speeds (60 mph – 100-kmh maximum) as the weight of the light tower can
cause loss of vehicle control, especially under emergency stopping conditions. The standard trailer has
no towing brakes; therefore allow extra distance for stopping.
VI. USE OF LIGHT TOWER AUXILIARY POWER
A. One (1) 30amp/240v Twist-Lock and (1) 20 amp/120v receptacles are provided for auxiliary power.
B. Total auxiliary power cannot exceed main circuit breaker rating. Each lamp operating consumes 10
amps of current @ 120 volts ac.
C. Before plugging in auxiliary power cords, feed them up through the trailer frame and attach to recep-
tacles. Close the cabinet doors to protect control panel and other components from weather (see Miscel-
laneous Specifications and Routine Maintenance section for power control details).
