Safety information – Multiquip LT12P User Manual
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LT12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #12 (01/20/09) — PAGE 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
NEVER
remove safety pin or pull mast locking pin while
tower is in a 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.
NEVER
use the light tower mast as a crane. DO NOT
lift anything with the mast.
NEVER
attach anything to the light tower mast.
ALWAYS
lower the light tower when not in use, or if high
winds or electrical storms are expected.
NOTICE
ALWAYS
keep the immediate area surrounding the light
tower clean, neat, and free of debris.
ALWAYS
keep the machine in proper running condition.
Fix damage to machine and replace any broken parts
immediately.
ALWAYS
store equipment properly when it is not being
used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location
out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel.
To prevent the light tower from overturning,
NEVER use
in winds that exceed 65 mph (105 kph).
LAMP SAFETY
WARNING
NEVER
attempt to replace lamp with the power on.
Always shut down the engine or turn off circuit breakers
when changing the lamp.
ALWAYS
allow a suffi cient amount of time for the lamp to
cool before touching or changing. The possibility exists of
severe burns.
CAUTION
NEVER
use force when installing the lamp. Excessive force
could cause the lamp to break, causing bodily harm.
NOTICE
NEVER
leave any grease or oil residue on lamp surface
when replacing or removing lamp. This can create hot
spots, reducing the service life of the lamp.
ALWAYS
make sure lamp surface is clean and dry.
ALWAYS
replace with MQ recommended type lamp.
ALWAYS
have a trained technician install and remove
a fl oodlight, or replace any damaged fi xture wiring.