metrolite HLT-6150 User manual

HLT-6150
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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metrolite PO Box 148 Oxbow, Saskatchewan S0C 2B0 Tel [phone] | Toll-Free 844.732.9466
Dec. 2022
LIMITED metrolite HLT-6150 WARRANTY
1. Products
This limited warranty is issued by Metrolite for the supply of the following products: Metrolite HLT-6150 Light Towers.
2. Description and Warranty Period
i) Machine: Without prejudice to the legal warranty, Metrolite extends the warranty on manufacturing defects relat-
ing to the equipment supplied up to a period of 2 (two) years/ 2000 hours (whichever comes rst) from the date of
sale (invoice). Therefore, the total legal and limited warranty period will be 2 (two) years / 2000 hours (whichever
comes rst) from the invoice date. The determination whether the product is defective will be made by Metrolite
in its sole discretion, considering the general performance given by the product.
ii) Basic 150 LED Light:Without prejudice to the legal warranty, Metrolite extends the warranty on manufacturing de-
fects relating to the equipment supplied 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 made by Metrolite 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 com-
ponent 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.
3. 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 sup-
plied 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 avail-
able 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; Metrolite PO Box 148
Oxbow, Saskatchewan S0C 2B0 Tel [phone] | Toll-Free 844.732.9466
In the event that the defect is recognized by Metrolite, Metrolite will choose at its discretion whether to repair or re-
place the defective product with the same product or an equivalent one, taking into consideration the technical evolu-
tion 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/2000 hours (whichever comes first) 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, as-
sembly costs, on-site installation, any downtime costs, loss of prot or overall cost of buyers.
4. 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 resulting from any intervention necessary to repair the defect (such as, by way of example, costs / ex-
penses for assembly, disassembly, 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);
• 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.
WARRANTY VOID IF NOT REGISTERED

metrolite
LIGHT TOWER WITH HYDRAULIC MAST
DEALER INSPECTION REPORT SAFETY
______ Guards/Shields Installed & Secured
______ All Decals Installed & Legible
______ Safety Chain on Hitch
______ Review Operating and Safety Instructions
______ Tire Pressure Checked
______ Wheel Bolts Torqued
______ Inspect Electrical System
______ Hydraulic Hoses Free, Fittings Tight
______ Check Oil Level in Hydraulic Reservoir
______ Lubricate Machine
______ Check Engine Fluid Levels
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 HLT-6150 ____________________ Alternator_______________________________
Serial Numbers Engine ______________________
Delivery Date ______________________________
WHITE YELLOW PINK
METROLITE DEALER CUSTOMER

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Metrolite HLT-6150 when ordering parts or requesting
service or other information.
The serial number plates are located where indicated. Please mark the number in the space provided for
easy reference.
Model HLT-6150
Serial Number Machine ___________________________
Engine ___________________________
Alternator ___________________________
HLT-6150
ENGINE
ALTERNATOR

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 .................................................. 8
2.8 Maintenance Safety ............................................... 8
2.9 Hydraulic Safety..................................................... 8
2.10 Lock-Out Tag-Out Safety........................................ 8
2.11 Battery Safety ........................................................ 8
2.12 Operating Safety.................................................... 9
2.13 Tire Safety.............................................................. 9
2.14 Transport Safety..................................................... 9
2.15 Electrical Safety ..................................................... 9
2.16 Diesel Engine Safety ............................................10
2.17 Refueling Safety....................................................10
2.18 Sign-Off Form .......................................................11
3 Safety Sign Locations ....................................... 13
4 Operation............................................................ 15
4.1 To the New Operator or Owner............................ 15
4.2 Machine Components.......................................... 16
4.3 Machine Break-In................................................. 18
4.4 Pre-Operation Checklist....................................... 18
4.5 Controls ............................................................... 19
4.6 Machine Preparation............................................ 23
4.7 Operation ............................................................. 27
4.9 Storage ................................................................ 36
4.12 Transport.............................................................. 37
5 Service and Maintenance.................................. 39
5.1 Service................................................................. 39
5.2 Maintenance ........................................................ 43
6 Trouble Shooting ............................................... 47
7 Specications .................................................... 49
7.1 Mechanical........................................................... 49
7.2 Bolt Torque........................................................... 51
7.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque........................................ 52
7.4 Electrical Schematic ............................................ 53
8 Index ................................................................... 57

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Metrolite HLT-6150 light tower and welcome to Metrolite'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 work sites.
Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your new Metrolite HLT-6150 light tower requires that you, and any-
one 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 HLT-6150 light towers manufactured by Metrolite. Certain options may be available 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 Metrolite dealer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of this manual.
MACHINE ORIENTATION - The hitch end of the light tower is the front. All electrical controls are on the left side.

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The Safety Alert symbol identies
important safety messages on your
Metrolite light tower and in the manu-
al. 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 Metrolite, 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
- Hearing protection
• TurnmachineOFF,placeallcontrolsintheirOFF
position, shut down and lockout power supply, re-
lieve hydraulic pressure and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, maintain-
ing, 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 Metrolite light tower. YOU must
ensure that you and anyone else who is going to
operate, maintain or work around the machine be
familiar with the operating and maintenance proce-
dures and related SAFETY information contained in
this manual. 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 comes with the original documen-
tation for the engine and the alternator: we rec-
ommend keeping it all in a safe place and have
qualied personnel to carry out operations. In
case of transfer of equipment ownership, attach
all the documentation, 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 opera-
tor should be a responsible, properly trained and
physically able person familiar with the machin-
ery and trained in this equipment's operations.
If the elderly are assisting with farm 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.
• Positionmachinesotheengineexhaustisdirect-
edawayfrompersonnelontheworksite.Directthe
gases away from the worksite.
• 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.
• Close and latch the doors during normal opera-
tion. Open the doors when the engine is stopped
and machine is being serviced.
• Keep engine cooling slot on doors and frame
clean to allow engine to cool when running. Clean
when trash plugs slots.
• Do not place any items next to exhaust or muf-
er to prevent burns or items from catching on re
from high temperatures.
• Donotturnlamps onifprotectiveglass isdam-
aged or broken.
• Do not touch ood lamps while they are on to
prevent burns. Allow time for them to cool before
touching to service or maintain.
• Stopengine,turnlightsoffanddisconnectpowerif
a malfunction occurs. Identify and resolve the mal-
function 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 light tower. 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, relieve hydraulic pressure and
wait for all moving parts to stop before servic-
ing, adjusting, maintaining or repairing.
• Exercise extreme caution when working around,
or with, high-pressure hydraulic systems.
Depressurizethesystembeforeworkingonit.
• 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.
• Wear heavy gloves and eye protection when
searching for suspected hydraulic leaks. Use a
piece of wood or cardboard as a backstop instead
of hand to isolate and identify a leak. A high pres-
sure concentrated stream of hydraulic uid can
pierce the skin. If such happens, seek immediate
medical attention as infection and toxic reaction
could develop.
• Makesureallguardsanddoorsareinplaceand
properly secured when operating the light tower.
• 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.
• Donottouchengine,manifold,pipesandmuffler
while engine is running. Allow engine to cool be-
fore performing any service work on it.
• Always replace guards and shields and close
doors when service and repair work has been
completed.
• Donotremoveradiatorcapwhenengineisrun-
ning or still hot to prevent leaks and scalding
burns.
2.9 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
• Make sure that all the components in the pump
system are kept in good condition and are clean.
• Beforeapplyingpressuretothesystem,makesure
all components are tight, and that lines, hoses and
couplings are not damaged.
• Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hy-
draulic lines, ttings or hoses by using tapes,
clamps or cements. The hydraulic system oper-
ates under extremely high pressure. Such repairs
will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and un-
safe condition.
• Wearproperhandandeyepro-
tection when searching for a
high pressure hydraulic leak.
Use a piece of wood or card-
board as a backstop instead of
hands to isolate and identify a
leak.
• Ifinjuredbyaconcentratedhigh-pressurestream
of hydraulic uid, seek medical attention immedi-
ately. Serious infection or toxic reaction can devel-
op from hydraulic uid piercing the skin surface.
• Relieve pressure on hydraulic system before
servicing, maintaining or repairing the hydraulic
system.
2.10 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worksite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.
2.11 BATTERY SAFETY
• Keep allsparksandamesawayfrombatteries,
as gas given off by electrolyte is explosive. Always
wear gloves.
• Avoidcontactwithbatteryelectrolyte:washoffany
spilled electrolyte immediately.
• Wearsafetyglasseswhenworkingnearbatteries.
• Donottipbatteriesmorethan45°toavoidelectro-
lyte loss.
• Toavoidinjuryfromsparkorshortcircuit,discon-
nect battery ground cable before servicing any
part of the electrical system.

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2.12 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, 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immediate-
ly with Metrolite 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.
• Beforeapplyingpressuretothehydraulicsystem
make sure all components are tight and that all
steel lines, hoses and couplings are not damaged.
• 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.
2.13 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.
2.14 TRANSPORT SAFETY
• Makecertainthatyouareincompliancewithlocal,
state/provincial and federal regulations regarding
transporting equipment on public roadways.
• Makecertainthatallwheelsandtiresareingood
repair and that tires are inated to proper pressure.
Donotunder-inateorover-inate.
• Makecertainthatallwheelbolts/lugnutsaretight-
enedtopropertorquespecications(refertospec-
icationchartinSection7.2).
• Fullylowerlighttowerbeforetransporting.
• Secureandlockaccessdoorsbeforetransporting.
• RaisejacksintotheirfullyUPposition,retractout-
riggers, and secure with lock pins.
• Donotparklighttoweronasteepslope.
• Besurethatanynecessarysigns,reectorsand
lights required by law are in proper place and are
clearly visible to oncoming and overtaking traffic.
• Besurethatthelighttowerispositivelyhitchedto
the towing vehicle. Use a safety cable to assure a
safe hitch hook-up when transporting.
• Usea3/4tonpickuporlargertrucktotowmachine.
• Donotallowanyonetorideonthelighttowerdur-
ing transport.
• Clear the area of obstacles and unnecessary
personnel.
• Donotplaceanyobjectsorloadsontheframeto
prevent changing the center of gravity or overload-
ing the frame.
• Donotexceedasafetravelspeedof90km/55mph
with trailer. Slow down for corners and rough sur-
face conditions.
2.15 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Usetheterminalinsidetheframetogroundunitin
compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Allelectricalwires,outlets,socketsandothercom-
ponents must always be in good condition when
operating.
• Turn master battery 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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2.16 DIESEL ENGINE SAFETY
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDER-
STAND THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE IN-
STRUCTIONS THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE.
WARNING: DO NOT
• DONOTrunengineinanenclosedarea.Exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly poison.
• DONOTplacehandsorfeetnearmovingorrotat-
ing parts.
• DO NOT store, spill, or use fuel near an open
ame, or devices such as a stove, furnace, or wa-
ter heater which use a pilot light or devices which
can create a spark.
• DONOTrefuelindoorswhereareaisnotwellven-
tilated. Outdoor refuelling is preferred.
• DONOTllfueltankwhileengineisrunning.Allow
engine to cool for 5 minutes before refuelling. Store
fuel in approved safety containers.
• DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is
running.
• DO NOT operate engine if fuel is spilled. Move
machine away from the spill and avoid creating
any ignition until the fuel has evaporated.
• DONOTsmokewhenllingfueltank.
• Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping.
• DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in injury.
• DO NOT tamper with parts which may increase
the governed engine speed.
• DONOTtamperwiththeenginespeedselected
by the original equipment manufacturer.
• DONOTstrikeywheelwithahardobjectormetal
tool as this may cause ywheel to shatter in opera-
tion. Use proper tools to service engine.
• DONOToperateenginewithoutamuffler.Inspect
periodically and replace, if necessary. If engine is
equipped with muffler deector, inspect periodical-
ly and replace, if necessary with correct deector.
• DONOToperateenginewithanaccumulationof
grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible materials
in the muffler area.
• DONOTusethisengineonanyforestcovered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved land
unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler.
The arrester must be maintained in effective work-
ing order by the operator. In the State of California
theaboveisrequiredbylaw(Section4442ofthe
California Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on fed-
eral lands.
• DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder or manifold
because contact may cause burns.
• DONOTrunenginewithaircleaneroraircleaner
cover removed.
WARNING: DO
• ALWAYS Disconnect the negative wire from the
battery terminal before servicing engine to prevent
accidental starting.
• DO examine muffler periodically to be sure it is
functioning effectively. A worn or leaking muffler
should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
• DOusefreshfuel.Stalefuelcangumfuelinjection
system.
• DO check fuel lines and ttings frequently for
cracksorleaks.Replaceifnecessary.
2.17 REFUELLING SAFETY
• Handlefuelwithcare.Itishighlyammable.
• Allowenginetocoolfor5minutesbeforerefuel-
ling. Clean up spilled fuel before restarting engine.
• Do not refuel the machine while
smoking or when near open ame or
sparks.
• Fillfueltankoutdoors.
• Preventresbykeepingmachinecleanofaccu-
mulated trash, grease and debris.

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2.18 EMPLOYEE SIGN-OFF FORM
Metrolite 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oper-
ating and/or maintaining a Metrolite 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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