Multiquip LT6K - Manual (Page 41)

LT6K LIgHT TOWeR • OpeRaTIOn manuaL — Rev. #1 (08/28/14) — page 41
maintenance
5. Rethread the cable through the pulley and reattach the
cable to the ball socket pin.
6. Raise and lower the mast several times to verify correct
operation.
seRvICIng THe masT exTensIOn CaBLe sYsTem:
To replace the cable in the mast extension cable system
(Figure 30), use the following steps:
Figure 30. Mast Extension Cable System
1. Lower the mast to the horizontal resting position.
2. Inspect the cable clamps, pulleys, and other components
for worn or damaged parts. If either of the cables on
the mast needs to be replaced, they should both be
replaced at the same time.
3. Disassemble the mast by disconnecting the cables
from the mast and sliding the sections apart. The lower
cable can be disconnected from the winch.
4. There are two pulleys in the mast raise/lower cable
system. They should be removed and replaced if worn
or damaged. Worn or damaged pulleys can cause
premature cable failure.
5. Reassemble the mast extension cable system by
connecting the cable to the bottom of the upper mast
and sliding the upper mast into the opening of the
center mast. 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.
CENTER
MAST
PULLEY
ROUTE TO
HAND WINCH
LOWER
MAST
PULLEY
UPPER
MAST
CENTER
MAST
LOWER
MAST
LOWER
MAST
SHACKLE
WaRnIng
The mast sections are heavy and awkward to handle.
Use proper lifting devices and procedures when
servicing the mast and its components.
6. Route the upper mast cable through the center mast
pulley and connect the free end of the cable to the
lower mast ankle shackle. Route the center mast
cable through the lower mast pulley and connect the
free end of the cable to the hand winch at the bottom
of the lower mast.
7. Raise, extend, retract and lower the mast several times
to verify correct operation.
STORAGE
For storage for over 30 days, the following is required:
„ Fill the fuel tank completely. Treat with fuel stabilizer if
necessary.
„ Completely drain oil from the crankcase and refill if
necessary with fresh oil.
„ Clean the entire light tower.
„ Disconnect the negative terminals of the battery and
cover it, or remove and store it separately.
„ If the ambient temperature is expected to drop below
0°C (32°F), add antifreeze to the radiator.
„ Cover the light tower and store in a clean, dry place away
from children and unauthorized personnel.
RemOvaL FROm LOng TeRm sTORage
If light tower is going to be used again after long term
storage, perform the following.
„ Apply oil to the engine valve and rocker arms, and
examine the operating condition of the valves.
„ Change the oil in engine oil pan.
„ Replace all the filters.
„ Flush the inside of the cooling system.
„ Drain the water from the fuel tank and bleed the air from
the fuel system.
„ If the engine has not been started for more than one
year, contact your Kohler distributor to have engine
overhauled.