Stow Nighthawk Dedicated Light Tower LT-12D - Manual (Page 6)

PAGE 6 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)
LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
■ ALWAYS use extreme caution when
working with flammable liquids. When
refueling, stop the engine and allow it to
cool. DO NOT smoke around or near the
machine. Fire or explosion could result from
fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.
■ NEVER operate the light tower/generator in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or
fire could result causing severe
bodily harm or even death.
■ Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
■ ALWAYS make sure that the light tower/generator is secure
on level ground so that it cannot slide or shift around,
endangering workers. Also keep the immediate area free of
bystanders.
■ ALWAYS use a
trained technician to install and remove a
floodlight, or replace any damaged fixture wiring.
■ NEVER leave any grease or oil residue on glass surface
when replacing or removing bulbs. This can create hot spots,
reducing the service life of the bulb or causing outer jacket
to burst.
■ ALWAYS make sure trailer is leveled with all outriggers
extended before raising tower. Outriggers must remain
extended while tower is up.
■ ALWAYS keep area behind trailer clear of people while
raising and lowering mast.
■ NEVER remove safety pin or pull mast locking pin while
tower is in an raised position!
■ CHECK the mast and winch cables for wear. If any problem
occurs when lower or raising the tower STOP immediately!
Contact a trained technician for assistance.
■ NEVER pivot or retract mast while unit is operating.
■ The engine of this light tower/generator requires an adequate
free flow of cooling air. NEVER operate the generator in any
enclosed or narrow area where free
flow of the air is restricted. If the air
flow is restricted it will cause serious
damage to the generator engine
and may cause injury to people.
Remember the engine of the light
tower/generator gives off DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.
WARNING - READ THIS MANUAL
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to
Serious Injury or even Death. This equipment is to be
operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This
equipment is for industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used
when operating the LT-12 Lighttower.
Safety
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.
■ This equipment should not be operated
by persons under 18 years of age.
■ NEVER operate this equipment without
proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses,
steel-toed boots and other protective devices
required by the job.
■ NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking
medicine.
■ NEVER operate the saw under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Stow for this equipment. Damage to the
equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized equipment
modification will void all warranties.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ ALWAYS check all the bolts on the light tower for tightness.
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold,
muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to
cool before servicing engine or
generator.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine
to cool before adding fuel or performing service and
maintenance functions. Contact with
hot components can
cause serious burns.