Axiom ELT-4320 User manual

ELECTRIC LIGHT TOWER
with
WINCH LIFTING SYSTEM
MODEL ELT-4320
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

AXIOM EQUIPMENT GROUP LIMITED WARRANTY
This limited warranty is issued by Metrolite for the supply of the following products: Metrolite ELT-4320 Light Tower.
Description and Warranty Period;
Machine:
Without prejudice to the legal warranty, Metrolite extends the warranty on manufacturing defects relating to the equipment sup-
plied up to a period of 2 (two) years from the date of sale (invoice). Therefore, the total legal and limited warranty period will be
2 (two) years from the invoice date. The determination whether the product is defective will be made by Axiom Equipment Inc. in
its sole discretion, considering the general performance given by the product.
Basic 320 LED Light:
Without prejudice to the legal warranty, Metrolite extends thewarranty on manufacturing defects relating to the equipment sup-
plied up to a period of 5 (ve)years from the date of sale (invoice). Therefore, the total legal and limited warranty period will be
5(ve) years from the invoice date. The determination whether the product is defective will be madeby Axiom Equipment Inc. in
its sole discretion, considering the general performance given by the product. A product cannot be considered defective only as
result of a malfunction of the single LED component that emits light, if the number of non-functioning components is less than
10% of the total number of LED components in the product. The reduction of the luminous ux is a phenomenon expected during
the life of the LEDs and is therefore not covered by the warranty.
Warranty Terms and Conditions:
The guarantee is valid provided that:
• Theproductsarestored,installed,usedandmaintainedincompliancewiththetechnicalspecicationsindicatedintheproduct
marking (with specic reference to the voltage and operating temperature), to the instructions supplied with the product, to what
is indicated in the respective catalogs and to the standards in force;
• Installationandmaintenancearecarriedoutbyqualiedtechnicalpersonnel,allservicerecordsmustbeavailableforwarranty
purposes;
• Thereporteddefectaffectsthefunctionalityoftheproduct;
• Theproducthasnotbeenmodied,alteredortreatedwithchemicalsorinanyotherwayinanyway;
• TheproductcoveredbytheguaranteeismadeavailabletoMetroliteforfurthertechnicalanalysisforthetimenecessarytocarry
it out;
• Thedefectisreportedinwriting,bycertiedorregisteredemailwithreturnreceipttoMetrolitewithin30(thirty)daysfromthe
receipt of the products (in the case of apparent defects) or from the discovery of the defect (in the case of hidden defects) by
sending a photographic feedback of the label on the product;
In the event that the defect is recognized by Metrolite, Metrolite will choose at its discretion whether to repair or replace the
defective product with the same product or an equivalent one, taking into consideration the technical evolution of the products
and that of their components.Any technical intervention or replacement (partial or complete) of the product carried out pursuant
to the warranty will not in any case give the right to extensions or renewals of the same beyond 2 (two) years from the invoice
date. The repair and replacement of the product recognized as defective by Metrolite does not include costs or expenses for
its removal or reinstallation. Metrolite is not responsible for, and therefore will not reimburse, any consequential loss or indirect,
compensatory or other damage suffered due to a defective products, such as, by way of example and not limited to, shipping
costs, assembly costs, on-site installation, any downtime costs, loss of prot or overall cost of buyers.
Exclusions and Limitations This limited warranty does not cover:
• Labourcostsandexpenses,equipmentandwarehousecostsandexpenses,oranyotherextracostsrelatingtoand/orresult-
ingfromanyinterventionnecessarytorepairthedefect(suchas,bywayofexample,costs/expensesforassembly,disassem-
bly, and transport of defective appliances, to be repaired or new products which will be the sole responsibility of the customer);
• Electricalproductssubjecttowearwhicharecomparabletoconsumables;
• Productsmadeonspeciccustomerrequest;
• Damagetoproductsduetonegligence,transportationorunforeseenandunforeseeableeventsthatdonotfallwithinnormal
conditions of use (such as, for example, electric shock and lightning);
• Productsswitchedonforanumberofhoursperyearexceeding5000;
• Appliancesnotusedforthepurposeforwhichtheyweremade;Thiswarrantydoesnotguaranteetheintegrityofthepainting
when the product is used in a saline environment or in the presence of corrosive agents. In no event Metrolite will be liable for
accidental, compensatory, consequential, indirect, special or other damages.The liability of Metrolite for a defect in the product
will in any case be limited to the amount actually paid for that defective product.The performance and duration of the LEDs are
not guaranteed if the xtures are installed in environments with the presence of chemical substances that are not compatible
with the LEDs themselves. Our technical office is available to check the compatibility of the LEDs we use in relations to the
substances present in the environment where the luminaires are installed.
Applicable Law and Jurisdiction:
This limited warranty, as well as its execution, interpretation and all questions concerning the validity and effectiveness of the
same, will be governed by Canadian Law.
WARRANTY VOID IF NOT REGISTERED

AXIOM EQUIPMENT GROUP
ELECTRIC LIGHT TOWER WITH WINCH LIFTING SYSTEM
DEALER INSPECTION REPORT
SAFETY
______ Guards/ShieldsInstalled&Secured
______ AllDecalsInstalled&Legible
______ ReviewOperatingandSafetyInstructions
______ Tire Pressure Checked
______ Wheel Bolts Torqued
______ InspectElectricalSystem
______ Lubricate Machine
WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM & INSPECTION REPORT
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment which review included the Operator’s
Manual content, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date _______________________________  Dealer’sRep.Signature____________________________
Signature ____________________________
The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed
as to care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date ________________________________  Owner'sSignature ________________________________
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
This form must be lled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of
delivery.
Customer’s Name __________________________ Dealer's Name___________________________
Address __________________________________ Address ________________________________
City,State/Prov.,Code _______________________  City,State/Prov.,Code_____________________
Phone Number ( _____ ) ___________________
Light Tower Model __________________________
SerialNumbersELT-4320 ____________________
Delivery Date ______________________________
WHITE YELLOW PINK
AXIOMEQUIPMENT DEALERCUSTOMER

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Axiom Equipment Group ELT-4320 when ordering parts
or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plate is located where indicated. Please mark the number in the space provided for easy
reference.
Model ELT-4320
Serial Number Machine ___________________________

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
1 Introduction .......................................................... 1
2 Safety .................................................................... 3
2.1  GeneralSafety....................................................... 4
 2.2  EquipmentSafetyGuidelines ................................ 5
 2.3  SafetyTraining ....................................................... 6
 2.4  SafetySigns........................................................... 6
 2.5  StorageSafety ....................................................... 6
 2.6  PreparationSafety ................................................. 7
 2.7  InstallationSafety .................................................. 7
 2.8  MaintenanceSafety ............................................... 8
 2.9  Lock-OutTag-OutSafety........................................ 8
 2.10  OperatingSafety.................................................... 8
 2.11  TireSafety.............................................................. 8
 2.12  ElectricalSafety ..................................................... 9
 2.13  Sign-OffForm .......................................................10
3 Safety Sign Locations ........................................11
4 Operation............................................................ 13
4.1 To the New Operator or Owner ............................ 13
4.2 Machine Components.......................................... 14
4.3 Machine Break-In................................................. 15
4.4 Pre-Operation Checklist....................................... 15
4.5 Controls ............................................................... 16
4.6 Machine Preparation............................................ 18
4.7 Operation ............................................................. 23
 4.8  Storage ................................................................ 29
5 Service and Maintenance.................................. 31
 5.1  Service................................................................. 31
5.2 Maintenance ........................................................ 34
6 Trouble Shooting ............................................... 35
7 Specications .................................................... 37
7.1 Mechanical........................................................... 37
7.2 Bolt Torque........................................................... 39
 7.3  ElectricalSchematic ............................................ 40
8 Index ................................................................... 41

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Axiom Equipment Group ELT-4320 Electric light tower and welcome to
Axiom's quality line of lighting equipment. This equipment is designed and manufactured to meet the needs of
a discriminating buyer in the industry for lighting worksites.
Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your new Axiom ELT-4320 Electric light tower requires that you, and
anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read, understand and practice ALL of the Safety,
Operation, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting recommendations contained within this Operator's Manual.
This manual applies to all ELT-4320 Electric light towers manufactured by Axiom. Certain options may be avail-
able to specically tailor the light tower to your operation and may not be included in this manual. Please contact
the manufacturer regarding additional information about these options. Use the Table of Contents and Index as
a guide to nd specic information.
The information in this manual is accurate based on products produced at the time of publication. The manufac-
turer reserves the right to make technical updates, corrections and product revisions at any time without notice.
The warnings in this manual and on decals on the unit are not all inclusive. If using a procedure or operating
techniques that the manufacturer does not specically recommend, verify that it is safe for others. Also, make
sure the procedure does not render the equipment unsafe.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and so that it will be passed on to new operators or owners. Call
your Axiom dealer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of this manual.
MACHINE ORIENTATION - The electrical input end of the light tower is the front.

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The Safety Alert symbol identies
important safety messages on your
Axiom light tower and in the manual.
When you see this symbol, be alert
to the possibility of personal injury or
death. Follow the instructions in the
safety message.
2 SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is damaged,
please contact your dealer or Axiom Equipment Group, Canada, Highway 18 East, Oxbow, SK S0C 2B0,
Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail].
Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost You Money
Accidents Can Be Avoided
Why is SAFETY important to you?
This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
3 Big Reasons
DANGER -Indicates an imminently hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. This signal word
is to be limited to the most extreme situa-
tions, typically for machine components
that, for functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury, and includes
hazards that are exposed when guards
are removed. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
SIGNAL WORDS:
Note the use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for each
message has been selected using the following
guide-lines:

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2.1 GENERAL SAFETY
• Read and understand the
Operator's Manual and all safe-
ty signs before supplying pow-
er to, operating, maintaining or
adjusting the light tower.
• Onlytrained,competentpersonsshalloperatethe
light tower.An untrained operator is not qualied to
operate this machine.
• Providearst-aidkitforuseincase
of an accident. Store in a highly vis-
ible place.
• Provide a re extinguisher for use in
case of an accident. Store in a highly
visible place.
• Install and properly secure all guards
and shields before
operating.
• Wearappropriate
protective gear. This
list includes but
is not limited to:
- Protective shoes
with slip resis-
tant soles
- Protective glasses
or goggles
- Heavy gloves
• TurnmachineOFF,placeallcontrolsintheirOFF
position, shut down and lockout power supply and
wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing,
adjusting, maintaining, repairing or cleaning.
• Donotdamagethismanual,donotremoveortear
any pages and keep it away from moisture and
heat sources. Please note that the drawings con-
tained in the manual are merely to help you iden-
tify the parts described and, therefore, they might
not correspond precisely to your product.
• Knowtheemergencymedicalcenternumberfor
your area.
• Reviewsafetyrelateditemswithalloperators
annually.
SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Axiom light tower. YOU must en-
sure that you and anyone else who is going to oper-
ate, maintain or work around the machine be familiar
with the operating and maintenance procedures and
related SAFETY information contained in this man-
ual. This manual will take you step-by-step through
your working day and alerts you to all good safety
practices while operating the light tower.
Remember,YOU are the key to safety. Good safety
practices not only protect you but, also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of
your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE op-
erating this machine is familiar with the procedures
recommended and follows safety precautions. Re-
member, most accidents can be prevented. Do not
risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
• Read and understand the Operator's Manual
and all safety signs before supplying power to,
operating, maintaining or adjusting the light tower.
• light tower owners must give operating instruc-
tions to operators or employees before allowing
them to operate the machine, and at least annu-
ally thereafter.
• The most important safetydeviceonthisequip-
ment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s re-
sponsibility to read and understand ALL Safety
and Operating instructions in the manual and to
follow these. Most accidents can be avoided.
• Apersonwhohasnotreadandunderstoodallop-
erating and safety instructions is not qualied to
operate this machine. An untrained operator ex-
poses himself and bystanders to possible serious
injury or death.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modication may impair the func-
tion and/or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
• The manualis providedwith the machineinthe
documentation package. We recommend keeping
it all in a safe place and have qualied person-
nel to carry out operations. In case of transfer of
equipment ownership, attach all the documenta-
tion, as it is an integral part of the product.
• Our customer service and technical assistance
department is available to assist you in any way.
• Only use genuine parts in case replacement is
required; failure to comply will void your warranty
automatically.

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2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of
the main concerns in designing and developing a
machine. However, every year many accidents oc-
cur which could have been avoided by a few sec-
onds of thought and a more careful approach to
handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid
many accidents by observing the following pre-
cautions in this section. To avoid personal injury or
death, study the following precautions and insist
those working with you, or for you, follow them.
• In order to provide a better view, certain photo-
graphs or illustrations in this manual may show an
assembly with a safety shield removed. However,
equipment should never be operated in this con-
dition. Keep all shields in place. If shield removal
becomes necessary for repairs, replace the shield
prior to use.
• Replaceanysafetysignorinstructionsignthatis
not readable or is missing. Location of such safety
signs is indicated in this manual.
• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while oper-
ating this equipment. Consult your doctor about
operating this machine while taking prescription
medications.
• Under no circumstances should young chil-
dren be allowed to work with this equipment.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble
this unit until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of
the safety precautions and of how it works.
Review the safety instructions with all users
annually.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The op-
erator should be a responsible, properly trained
and physically able person familiar with farm ma-
chinery and trained in this equipment's opera-
tions. If the elderly are assisting with work, their
physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
• Neverexceedthelimitsofapieceofmachinery.If
its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in ques-
tion - DON'T TRY IT.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modication result in serious injury
or death and may impair the function and life of the
equipment.
• Thecontentsofthismanualarenotbinding.The
manufacturer reserves the right to make chang-
es and improvements to accessories and details
without altering the essential characteristics of the
model described and illustrated here and without
committing to promptly updating this manual.
• Inadditiontothedesignandcongurationofthis
implement, including Safety Signs and Safety
Equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence, and proper training of personnel in-
volved in the operation, transport, maintenance,
andstorageofthemachine.ReferalsotoSafety
Messages and operation instruction in each of the
appropriate sections of the auxiliary equipment
and machine Manuals. Pay close attention to the
Safety Signs affixed to the auxiliary equipment
and the machine.

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2.3 SAFETY TRAINING
•Safety is a primary concern in the design and man-
ufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts
to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a
single careless act of an operator or bystander.
• In addition to the design and conguration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-
cern, prudence and proper training of personnel
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of this equipment.
• It has been said, "The best
safety feature is an informed,
careful operator." We ask you
to be that kind of an operator.
It is the operator's responsibility
to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating
instructions in the manual and to follow these.
Accidents can be avoided.
• Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead
to careless injuries. Read this manual, and the
manual for your auxiliary equipment, before
assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself
with the machines. If this machine is used by
any person other than yourself. It is the ma-
chine owner's responsibility to make certain
that the operator, prior to operating:
i. Reads and understands the operator's
manuals.
ii. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
•Know your controls and how to stop light towers
and any other auxiliary equipment quickly in an
emergency.Readthismanualandtheoneprovid-
ed with your other equipment.
• Train all new personnel and review instructions
frequently with existing workers. Be certain only
a properly trained and physically able person will
operate the machinery.A person who has not read
and understood all operating and safety instruc-
tions is not qualied to operate the machine. An
untrained operator exposes himself and bystand-
ers to possible serious injury or death. If the elder-
ly are assisting with work, their physical limitations
need to be recognized and accommodated.
2.4 SAFETY SIGNS
•Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
•Replacesafetysignsthataremissingorhavebe-
come illegible.
•Replacedpartsthatdisplayedasafetysignshould
also display the current sign.
•Safety signs displayed in Section 3 each have a
part number in the lower right-hand corner. Use
this part number when ordering replacement
parts.
•Safety signs are available from your authorized
Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the
factory.
How to Install Safety Signs:
• Besurethattheinstallationareaiscleananddry.
• Besuretemperatureisabove50°F(10°C).
• Determine exact position before you removethe
backingpaper.(SeeSection3).
• Removethesmallestportionofthesplitbacking
paper.
• Alignthesignoverthespeciedareaandcareful-
ly press the small portion with the exposed sticky
backing in place.
• Slowlypeelbacktheremaining paper andcare-
fully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in
place.
• Smallairpockets can bepiercedwith apinand
smoothed out using the piece of sign backing
paper.
2.5 STORAGE SAFETY
• Storethelighttoweronarmlevelsurface.
• Ifrequired,makesuretheunitisrmlyblockedup.
• Makecertainthatallmechanicallocksandjacks
are safely and positively connected before storing.
• Storeawayfromareasofhumanactivity.
• Do not allow children to play on or around the
stored light tower.
• Lockoutpowerbyturningoffmastercontrolpanel
or junction box and padlocking the door shut to
prevent electrocution or unauthorized start up of
the light tower.

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2.7 INSTALLATION SAFETY
• Reviewlayoutoftheworksite.Positionlighttower
where it can provide maximum illumination with
minimal interference with the access and opera-
tion of other equipment. Select a different position
if there is interference.
• Positionlighttowerbaseonasolid,levelsurface
to avoid tipping, sliding or falls during operation.
Avoid placing the tower on a surface with a slope
ofover10°.
• Donotpositionlighttowerclosetooverheadpow-
er lines or obstructions to prevent electrocution or
other problems. Electrocution can occur without
contact.
• Beforeraisingmast,fullyextendandpin/lockeach
outrigger. Lower each outrigger jack as required
to level frame. Center both bubbles in spirit levels
to position frame tower frame in a perfectly level
plane.
• Donotraiseoruselighttowerifwindspeedsex-
ceed specied safe speeds or if storms or thun-
derstorms are expected in the area.
• Lowertowerwhennotinuse.
• Usegroundterminalinsideframetogroundunitin
compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Donotoperatemachinewithwethandsorclothing.
• Allelectricalwires,plugs,socketsandothercom-
ponents must always be in good condition when
operating.
• Do notturnheads onifprotective glassisdam-
aged or broken.
• Do not touch ood heads while they are on to
prevent burns. Allow time for them to cool before
touching to service or maintain.
• Turnlightsoffanddisconnectpowerifamalfunc-
tion occurs. Identify and resolve the malfunction
before turning machine on and resuming work.
2.6 PREPARATION
• Never operate the light tower and auxiliary
equipment until you have read and complete-
ly understand this manual, the auxiliary equip-
ment Operator's Manual, and each of the Safety
Messages found on the safety signs on the light
tower and auxiliary equipment.
• Personal protec-
tion equipment in-
cluding hard hat,
safety glasses,
safety shoes, and
gloves are recom-
mended during
assembly, instal-
lation, operation,
adjustment, main-
taining, repairing,
removal,ormovingthemachine.Donotallowlong
hair, loose tting clothing or jewelry to be around
equipment.
• PROLONGED EXPOSURE
TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE
PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
Motors or equipment attached
can often be noisy enough to
cause permanent, partial hear-
ing loss. We recommend that you wear hearing
protection on a full-time basis if the noise in the
Operator's position exceeds 80db. Noise over
85dbonalong-termbasiscancauseseverehear-
ing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator
over a long-term basis may cause permanent,
total hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from loud
noise(fromtractors,chainsaws,radios,andother
suchsourcesclosetotheear)iscumulativeover
a lifetime without hope of natural recovery.
• Clearworkingareaofdebris,trashorhiddenob-
stacles that might be hooked or snagged, causing
injury, damage or tripping.
• Operateonlyindaylightorgoodarticiallight.
• Be sure machine is properly anchored, adjusted
and in good operating condition.
• Ensure that allsafety shielding andsafetysigns
are properly installed and in good condition.
• Beforestarting,givethemachinea"onceover"for
any loose bolts, worn parts, cracks, leaks, frayed
belts and make necessary repairs. Always follow
maintenance instructions.

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2.8 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Readandunderstandalltheinformationcontained
in the Operator's Manual regarding operating, ser-
vicing, adjusting, maintaining and repairing.
• Turn machine OFF, shut down and lock out
power supply and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, maintaining
or repairing.
• Followgoodshoppractices:
- Keep service area clean
and dry.
- Be sure electrical out-
lets and tools are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate light for the
job at hand.
• Make sure all guards and doors are in place and
properly secured when operating the light tower.
• Do not work on light tower electri-Do not work on light tower electri-
cal system unless the power cord
is unplugged or the power supply is
locked out. Lock-out tag-out power
source before performing any main-
tenance work.
• A re extinguisher and
rst aid kit should be kept
readily accessible while
performing maintenance
on this equipment.
• Disconnect lamps from power supply and wait
for them to cool before performing any service or
maintenance or replacing them.
• Always replace guards and shields and close
doors when service and repair work has been
completed.
2.9 LOCK-OUT TAG-OUT SAFETY
• EstablishaformalLock-OutTag-Outprogramfor
your operation.
• Train all operators and service personnel before
allowing them to work around the light tower.
• Providetagsattheworksiteandasign-upsheetto
record tag out details.
• Donotserviceormaintainthelighttowerunless
motor is OFF and the power locked out with the
master switch.
2.10 OPERATING SAFETY
• ReadandunderstandtheOperator’sManualand
all safety signs before operating, maintaining, ad-
justing or repairing the light tower.
• TurnmachineOFF,placemastercontrolsintheir
OFF position, shut down and lock out power
source, unplug power cord and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing
or unplugging.
• Keep all electrical components tight, dry and in
good repair.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
• Replaceallwornorfailedcomponentsimmediate-
ly with Axiom approved parts.
• Installandsecureallguardsbeforeoperating.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from
moving parts.
• Review worksite. Position light tower to provide
maximum lighting and minimal interference with
other equipment.
• Extend and pin outriggers, lower jacks to level
frame before raising tower.
• Stay away from overhead power lines and ob-
structions when raising or lowering light tower.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Donotstandorclimbonmachinewhenrunning.
Keep others off.
• Keeptheworkingareacleananddry.
• Reviewsafetyinstructionsannually.
2.11 TIRE SAFETY
• Failuretofollowproperprocedureswhenmount-
ing a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explo-
sion which may result in serious injury or death.
• Donotattempttomountatireunlessyouhavethe
proper equipment and experience to do the job.
• Haveaqualiedtiredealerorrepairserviceper-
form required tire maintenance.
• Whenreplacingworntires,makesuretheymeet
the original tire specications. Never under-size.

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2.12 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Usetheterminalinsidetheframetogroundunitin
compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Allelectricalwires,plugs,socketsandothercom-
ponents must always be in good condition when
operating.
• Turn master breakers and electrical switches off
when shutting down unit.
• Allowlightcomponentstocoolforseveralminutes
before touching them for servicing or adjusting to
prevent burns from hot components.
• Donotoperatemachinewithwethandsorclothing.
• Donotpositionlighttowerclosetooverheadpow-
er lines or obstructions to prevent electrocution or
the problems. Electrocution can occur without di-
rect contact.

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2.13 EMPLOYEE SIGN-OFF FORM
Axiom Equipment Group follows the general Safety Standards specied by the American Society of Agricultural
andBiologicalEngineers (ASABE) and theOccupationalSafety and HealthAdministration (OSHA).Anyone
who will be operating and/or maintaining a Axiom built machine must read and clearly understand ALL Safety,
Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual.
Donotoperateorallowanyoneelsetooperatethisequipmentuntilsuchinformationhasbeenreviewed.Annu-
ally review this information before the season start-up.
MaketheseperiodicreviewsofSAFETYandOPERATIONastandardpracticeforallofyourequipment.Wefeel
that an untrained operator is unqualied to operate this machine.
A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the
equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed in the
operation of the equipment. Copy this page and use it as your sign-off form
SIGN-OFF FORM
DATE EMPLOYEE'S SIGNATURE EMPLOYER'S SIGNATURE

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B
A
3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety
requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Signs, the type of warning and the area, or particu-
larfunctionrelatedtothatarea,thatrequiresyourSAFETYAWARENESS.
•ThinkSAFETY!WorkSAFELY!
REMEMBER-IfSafetySignshavebeendamaged,removed,becomeillegibleorpartsreplacedwithoutsafety
signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
B
A

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4 OPERATION
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual
and all safety signs before operating, maintain-
ing, adjusting or repairing the light tower.
• TurnmachineOFF,placemastercontrolsintheir
OFF position, relieve hydraulic pressure, shut
down and lock out power source, unplug power
cord and wait for all moving parts to stop before
servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
• Keepallelectricalcomponentstight,dryandin
good repair.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
• Replaceallwornorfailedcomponentsimmedi-
ately with Axiom approved parts.
• Installandsecureallguardsbeforeoperating.
OPERATING SAFETY
• Keephands,feet,hairandclothingawayfrom
moving parts.
• Reviewworksite.Positionlighttowertoprovide
maximum lighting and minimal interference with
other equipment.
• Extendand pin outriggers,lower jacksto level
frame before raising tower.
• Stayawayfromoverheadpowerlinesandob-
structions when raising or lowering light tower.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Donotstandorclimbonmachinewhenrunning.
Keep others off.
• Keeptheworkingareacleananddry.
• Reviewsafetyinstructionsannually.
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER
The Axiom light tower is designed is designed to pro-
vide lighting over a large area by providing electrical
powertobanksofLEDlightsusingworksitepower.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to
read this manual and to train all other operators
before they start working with the machine. In ad-
dition to the design and conguration of equip-
ment, hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
prudence of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment
or in the use of facilities.
Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is
everyone's business. By following recommended
procedures, a safe working environment is pro-
vided for the operator, bystanders and the area
around the worksite. Untrained operators are not
qualied to operate the machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the
result of suggestions made by customers like you.
Readthismanualcarefullytolearnhowtooperatethe
machine safely and how to set it to provide maximum
efficiency. By following the operating instructions in
conjunction with a good maintenance program, your
Axiom light tower will provide many years of trouble-
free service.

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4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS
The Axiom light tower is a moveable frame with banks
ofLEDlightsontopofanextendablemastforillumi-
nating a large area. Electrical power from the work-
site is used to power the unit and the lights. The unit
is designed to operate alone or in series with other
units.
The mast is designed with a manual winch to raise
and lower the light tower when appropriate. Two
pinned extendable handles on the top sides of the
frame are used to manually move the machine from
location to location on the worksite.
Always load the unit on a trailer when moving from
worksite to worksite. Forklift slots on each side should
be used for forks to lift and load the machine on a
transport vehicle. Brackets on top of the forklift slot
frame and on each side of the mast are available to
use as anchor points when lifting with a hoist.
Outriggers are located on each corner of the frame
and are pinned in both extended and retracted. Man-
ually operated jacks on the end of each outrigger
frame are used to level the frame. Spirit levels on top
of the frame are used to assist the operator to level
the frame.The bubbles in both levels must be centred
before the mast is raised.
The mast frame is pinned on top of the frame to pre-
ventturning.Themastcanbeturnedthrougha330°
arc to allow lighting in any direction.
FIG. 1 MACHINE & TANK COMPONENTS
A Frame
B Access Door
C Outriggers
D Outrigger Jacks
E Mast
F Mast Anchor Frame
G Spirit Levels
H LED Light Heads
J Winch
K Moving Handles
L Electrical Control Panel
M Selector Switch
N Hoist Brackets
D
D
A
AD
H
F
G
G
N
N
D
C
F
K
D
C
E
J
H
D
D
N
C
C
K
B
E
F
M
L
K
D
D
D
C
C
K
K
N

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4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
Axiom light tower when used for the rst time, it is
recommended that the following mechanical items be
checked:
A. Readthemanualbeforestarting.
B. After 2, 5 and 10 hours of operation:
1. Go to the regular servicing and maintenance
schedule as dened in the Maintenance
Section.
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Safe and efficient operation of your new light tower re-
quires that each operator reads and follows all safety
precautions and operating procedures contained in
this section. Performing the following pre-operation
checklist is important for personal safety as well as
for continued mechanical soundness and longevity of
your new Axiom light tower. The checklist should be
performed before operating the light tower and prior
to each operation thereafter.
• Lubricatethemachineaccordingtotheschedule
prescribedinthe"MaintenanceSection".
• Insure that proper
protective gear is in
good repair and avail-
able for use by each
operator. Make cer-
tain that each opera-
tor uses the protec-
tive gear. Protective
gear includes but, is
not limited to:
- Leather gloves
- Safety glasses or face shield
- Full length protective clothing
- Steel toed boots with slip resistant soles.
• Insurethatallsafetyguardsandshieldsarein
good repair and securely in place.
• Checkthatframeislevel.Adjustasrequired.
• Makesurethatallelectricalswitchesareinthe
OFF position before starting engine or supplying
power.
• Checkthatallelectricalconnectionsaretight
and cords are routed out of the way or protected.
• Besuretheworkingareaiscleananddryto
prevent tripping or slipping.

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4.5 CONTROLS
It is recommended that operators review this section
annually to remain familiar with the machine controls.
Train new operators before permitting them to oper-
ate machine.
1. Electrical Control Panel:
This panel contains all the controls and input/out-
put sockets for the light tower.
a. Selector Switch:
This 2 position rotary switch selects the sin-
gle or multiple tower operating modes. Turn to
position 1 to use in the multiple tower operat-
ingmodewhere30A125/250Vinputpoweris
utilized.
Turn to position 2 to use in the single tower
operatingmodewhere15A120Vinputpower
is utilized.
b. Breakers:
The control panel is designed with 2 breakers
on the control panel under the hinged plastic
cover.
• Raise the cover and move the left bank
up to engage the breakers that protect the
electrical circuits from an overload condi-
tion. Move the left bank down to remove
the breakers from the circuits and the
electrical circuits will stop working. The
breakers must be in their up position for
the lights to work.
• Raisethecoverandmovetherightbreak-
er bank up to turn the lights on. Move the
right breaker bank down to turn the lights
off. The left breaker bank must always be
in its up position for this breaker bank to
turn the lights on and off.
c. Single Tower Input (15A 125V):
 Thispluginterminalisusedwhena15A125V
land power cord is used as a power source.
No other towers are connected to this unit.
d. Multiple Tower Input (30A 125/250V):
This plug in terminal is used when a 30A
125/250Vpowercordisavailableasapower
source. It also enables up to 4 additional units
to be connected in series with this one.
e. Multiple tower Outlet (30A 125/250V):
This plug in terminal is used to power the ad-
ditional units connected in series with this unit.
FIG. 2 ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL
Cord (Typical)
Panel
a
bc
e d

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2. Winch:
The mast is designed with a manual winch to raise
and lower it when required. Turn the crank handle
clockwise to raise the mast. Turn counterclockwise
to lower the mast.
FIG. 3 WINCH