Multiquip LT6K - Manual (Page 33)

LT6K LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #1 (08/28/14) — page 33
setup
depLOYIng THe masT (veRTICaL pOsITIOn)
1. To release the mast from the mast cradle (stow
position), remove the cotter pin (Figure 22) from the
cradle lock/release pin.
2. Next, remove (pull) the mast lock/release pin. This will
allow the mast to be raised to the vertical position.
3. To place the mast in the vertical position, turn the
vertical mast winch hand lever clockwise until the mast
is pointing upwards, fully vertical.
4. Once the mast is in the fully vertical position, push
down the mast release lock lever to prevent the mast
from falling.
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dO nOT stand behind
the trailer while the
mast is being raised or
lowered. Serious injury
could result if the mast
falls down.
exTendIng THe masT
Once the tower mast has been locked into its fully vertical
position, the mast can now be extended. The tower allows
the mast to be extended upwards in excess of 30 feet.
1. Turn the mast extension winch clockwise and observe
that the mast begins to extend upwards.
2. Continue turning the winch in the clockwise direction
until the desired height has been reached.
3. Release the winch handle. This winch is of the self-
locking type. The tension on the cable will keep the
mast in place.
ROTaTIng THe masT
To change the direction that the lights are facing, the mast
can be rotated.
1. With the mast in the deployed position (fully vertical),
unscrew the mast rotation locking knob (Figure 22) to
release the mast for rotation.
2. Grab hold of the forklift pocket (Figure 22) near the mast
extension winch and rotate the mast until the lights are
facing in the desired direction.
3. When the lights are facing in the desired direction,
tighten the mast rotation lock knob to lock the mast
in place.
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ALWAYS make sure the area above
light tower is open and clear of
overhead power lines and other
obstructions. The tower extends
in excess of 30 feet (9 meters).
Contact with overhead power lines
or other obstructions could result in
equipment damage, serious injury
or death!