MQ Multiquip LT6K5 User manual

MODELLT6K5 50 HZ
LIGHT TOWER/GENERATOR
(KOHLERKDW1003DIESELENGINE)
Revision#0(06/02/15)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALLTIMES.
PN 34910
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OPERATION MANUAL

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FUEL CHEMICAL WARNING
Diesel engine exhaust and some of
its constituents are know to cause
cancer, birth defects and other
reproductiveharm.

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LT6K5 50 Hz Light Tower
FuelChemicalWarning..........................................................2
TableOfContents...........................................3
SafetyInformation.............................................................4-13
LampFootcandlePlot....................................14
Specifi ations.......................................................15-16
Dimensions.................................................17
GeneralInformation..............................................................18
Components............................................... 20-22
ControlPanel...........................................23-24
EngineComponents .....................................25
Inspection....................................................................26-28
Setup...............................................................................29-32
Operation........................................................................33-35
Maintenance............................................... 36-42
Maintenance—Trailers .............................43-44
SafetyGuidelines—Trailers.......................45-58
Troubleshooting(Generator).....................................59
Troubleshooting(Engine)............................60-61
Troubleshooting(Lamps)............................62-64
PanelLight/HourMeterWiringDiagram.............66
ElectronicComponentsLocator.......................67
WiringDiagram(Generator/Lights)...............68-69
LightsLocatorDiagram .................................70
LightsWiringDiagram...................................71
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Donotoperateorservicetheequipmentbeforereadingthe
entiremanual.Safetyprecautionsshouldbefollowedatall
timeswhenoperatingthisequipment.Failuretoreadand
understandthesafetymessagesandoperatinginstructions
couldresultininjurytoyourselfandothers.
SAFETYMESSAGES
The four safety messages shown below will inform you
aboutpotentialhazardsthatcouldinjureyouorothers.The
safetymessagesspecificallyaddressthelevel ofexposure
to the operator and are preceded by one of four words:
DANGER,WARNING,CAUTIONorNOTICE.
SAFETYSYMBOLS
SAFETYSYMBOLS
Potential hazards associated with the operation of this
equipment will bereferencedwithhazardsymbolswhich
may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with
safetymessages.
CAUTION
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
COULDresultinMINORorMODERATEINJURY.
DANGER
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
WILLresultinDEATHorSERIOUSINJURY.
WARNING
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
COULDresultinDEATHorSERIOUSINJURY.
Symbol SafetyHazard
Lethal exhaust gas hazards
Explosivefuelhazards
Burnhazards
Overspeedhazards
Rotatingpartshazards
Pressurizedfluidhazards
Electricshockhazards
NOTICE
Addressespracticesnotrelatedtopersonalinjury.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
DECALS
Decalsassociatedwiththeoperationofthisequipmentare
definedbelow.
DECAL DEFIINITION
WARNING
Read Manual
To avoid injury you must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this machine.
NOTICE
Forklift point right.
NOTICE
Forklift point left.
NOTICE
Lift Point. Attach lifting strap to this point
P/N 23808
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Hot steam or coolant may escape when radiator
cap is removed, causing severe burns.
Allow radiator to cool before removing cap.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
HOT PARTS can burn skin.
DO NOT touch hot parts. Allow machine a
sufficient amount time to cool before performing
maintenance.
P/N 34620
DANGER
Electrocution Hazard
DO NOT remove panel when machine is on.
Possibility of electrocution exists causing
severe bodily harm even death!
DANGER
Electrocution Hazard
Maintenance service to be performed by a
trained qualified electrician. Possibility of
electrocution exists causing severe bodily harm
even death!
P/N 34621
P/N34622
DANGER
High Voltage Hazard
Maintenance service to be performed by a
trained qualified electrician. Possibility of
electrocution exists causing severe bodily harm
even death!
WARNING
Crush/Pinch Hazard
Keep hands clear. Moving parts can crush
and pinch.
P/N 34632
DECAL DEFIINITION
P/N34629
WARNING
Shear Hazard
Keep hands and fingers clear from engine
V-belt/pulley. Moving parts can cut.
DO NOT remove guards.
P/N 34628
WARNING
Crush Hazard
Keep hands and fingers clear from engine
fan blades. Moving parts can cut.
DO NOT remove guards.
DANGER
Fire Hazard
DO NOT light matches around or near this
equipment. This equipment contains highly
flammable fuel. If ignited, could start a fire
causing equipment damage and severe
bodily harm even death!
DANGER
Fire Hazard
DO NOT smoke around or near this
equipment. This equipment contains highly
flammable fuel. If ignited, could start a fire
causing equipment damage and severe
bodily harm even death!
DANGER
Inhalation Hazard
DONOTusethisequipmentinanenclosedarea.
Theengineusedwiththisequipmentemits
harmfullevelsofcarbonmonoxidewhichcan
causeseverebodilyharmevendeath!
WARNING
GuardHazard
DO NOT operate equipment with guards
removed. Serious bodily injury could result.
P/N 23813
FUEL TYPE
The engine used in this equipment requires
No.2 diesel fuel or equivalent.
GROUNDING
Earthgroundconnectionpoint.Connectaground
rodorbuildinggroundtothisconnectionpoint.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERALSAFETY
NEVERoperatethisequipmentwithoutproperprotective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection,
hearingprotection,steel-toedbootsandotherprotective
devicesrequiredbythejoborcityandstateregulations.
NEVERoperatethisequipment whennot
feelingwell duetofatigue, illnessorwhen
undermedication.
NEVERoperatethisequipment under theinfluenceof
drugsoralcohol.
ALWAYSchecktheequipmentforloosenedthreadsor
boltsbeforestarting.
DONOTusetheequipmentforanypurposeotherthan
itsintendedpurposesorapplications.
Thisequipmentshouldonlybeoperatedbytrainedand
qualifiedpersonnel18yearsofageandolder.
Whenevernecessary,replacenameplate,operationand
safetydecalswhentheybecomedifficultread.
Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any
accidentduetoequipmentmodifications.Unauthorized
equipmentmodificationwillvoidallwarranties.
NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not
recommendedbyMultiquipforthisequipment.Damage
totheequipmentand/orinjurytousermayresult.
ALWAYSknowthelocationofthenearest
fireextinguisher.
ALWAYSknowthelocationofthenearest
firstaidkit.
ALWAYS know the location of the nearest phone or
keepa phoneon thejobsite. Also, knowthephone
numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire
department. This information will be invaluable in the
caseofanemergency.
LIGHTTOWERSAFETY
NEVERoperatetheequipmentinanexplosiveatmosphere
or near combustiblematerials.Anexplosionorfirecould
resultcausingseverebodilyharmorevendeath.
NEVERdisconnectanyemergencyorsafetydevices.
These devices are intended for operator safety.
Disconnectionof thesedevicescancausesevereinjury,
bodilyharmorevendeath.Disconnectionofanyofthese
deviceswillvoidallwarranties.
WARNING
DANGER
CAUTION
NOTICE
DECAL DEFIINITION
P/N 34631
MAST ROTATION
Turn mast locking knob counterclockwise to
release mast. Grab hold of forklift pocket
and rotate mast to desired position. Tighten
mast locking knob.
JACK STANDS
Before towing, ALWAYS
rotate jack stands to the
stow position (UP).

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SAFETY INFORMATION
NEVERlubricatecomponentsor attempt serviceona
runningmachine.
ALWAYSensurelighttowerisonlevelgroundbeforeuse
sothatitcannotslideorshiftaround,endangeringworkers.
Alwayskeepimmediateareafreeofbystanders.
ALWAYS make sure trailer is leveled with all outriggers
extended before raising tower. Outriggers must remain
extendedwhiletowerisup.///////
ALWAYSkeepareabehindtrailerclearofpeoplewhile
raisingandloweringmast.
NEVERremovesafetylatch or pull mast locking latch
whiletowerisinaraisedposition!
CHECK the mast and winch cables for wear. If any
problemoccurswhenloweringorraisingthetower,STOP
immediately!Contactatrainedtechnicianforassistance.
NEVERpivotorretractmastwhileunitisoperating.
NEVERusethelight tower mast asa crane.DONOT
liftanythingwiththemast.
NEVERattachanythingtothelighttowermast.
ALWAYSlowerthelighttowerwhennotinuse,orifhigh
windsorelectricalstormsareexpected.
NOTICE
ALWAYSkeeptheimmediateareasurroundingthelight
towerclean,neat,andfreeofdebris.
ALWAYSkeepthemachineinproperrunningcondition.
Fixdamagetomachineandreplaceanybrokenparts
immediately.
ALWAYSstoreequipment properlywhenit isnot being
used.Equipmentshouldbestoredinaclean,drylocation
outofthereachofchildrenandunauthorizedpersonnel.
Topreventthelighttowerfromoverturning,NEVERuse
inwindsthatexceed65mph(105kph).
LAMPSAFETY
NEVER attempt to replace lamp with the power on.
Alwaysshutdowntheengineandturnoffcircuitbreakers
whenchangingthelamp.
ALWAYSallowasufficientamountoftimeforthelampto
cool beforetouchingor changing.Thepossibilityexistsof
severeburns.
NEVER use force when installing the lamp. Excessive
forcecouldcausethelamptobreak,causingbodilyharm.
NEVERleaveanygreaseoroilresidueonlampsurface
whenreplacingor removinglamp.Thiscancreatehot
spots,reducingtheservicelifeofthelamp.
ALWAYSmakesurelampsurfaceiscleananddry.
ALWAYSreplacewithMQrecommendedtypelamp.
ALWAYShaveatrainedtechnicianinstall andremove
afloodlight,orreplaceanydamagedfixturewiring.
ENGINESAFETY
DANGER
Theenginefuelexhaustgasescontainpoisonouscarbon
monoxide.Thisgasiscolorlessandodorless, andcan
causedeathifinhaled.
Theengineof thisequipment
requires an adequate free
flow of cooling air. NEVER
operate this equipment in
anyenclosedor narrowarea
wherefreeflowof the air is
restricted. If the air flow is
restricteditwillcauseinjurytopeopleandpropertyand
seriousdamagetotheequipmentorengine.
NOTICE
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
DANGEROUS
GASFUMES

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SAFETY INFORMATION
DO NOT place hands or fingers inside engine
compartmentwhenengineisrunning.
NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or
guards removed.
Keepfingers,handshairandclothingaway
fromallmovingpartstopreventinjury.
DONOTremovetheradiator capwhiletheengineishot.
Highpressureboilingwaterwillgushoutoftheradiator
andseverelyscaldanypersonsinthegeneral areaof
thegenerator.
DO NOT remove the coolant drain plug
while the engine is hot. Hot coolant will
gushout of thecoolant tankandseverely
scald any persons in the general area of
thegenerator.
DO NOT remove the engine oil drain plug while the
engine is hot. Hot oil will gushout of the oil tankand
severelyscaldanypersons inthegeneral area of the
generator.
CAUTION
NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold,
mufflerorcylinder.Allowthesepartstocool
beforeservicingequipment.
NEVERrunenginewithoutanairfilterorwithadirtyair
filter.Severeenginedamagemayoccur.Serviceair filter
frequentlytopreventenginemalfunction.
NEVER tamper with the factory settings
oftheengineorenginegovernor.Damage
to the engine or equipment can result
if operating in speed ranges above the
maximumallowable.
NEVERtiptheenginetoextremeanglesduringliftingas
itmaycauseoiltogravitateintothecylinderhead,making
theenginestartdifficult.
Wetstackingisacommonproblemwithdieselengines
which are operated for extended periods with light or
noloadapplied.Whenadieselengineoperateswithout
sufficientload(lessthan40%oftheratedoutput),itwill
not operateat itsoptimumtemperature.Thiswill allow
unburned fuel to accumulate in the exhaust system,
which can foul the fuel injectors, engine valves and
exhaust system, including turbochargers, and reduce
theoperatingperformance.
Inorderforadieselenginetooperateatpeakefficiency,
itmustbeabletoprovidefuelandairintheproperratio
andatahighenoughenginetemperaturefortheengine
tocompletelyburnallofthefuel.
Wet stacking does not usually cause any permanent
damage and can be alleviated if additional load is
appliedtorelievethecondition.It canreducethesystem
performance and increase maintenance. Applying an
increasing load over a period of time until the excess
fuel is burned off and the systemcapacity is reached
usuallycan repair thecondition.This cantake several
hourstoburnofftheaccumulatedunburnedfuel.
State Health Safety Codes and Public Resources
Codesspecifythatincertainlocations,sparkarresters
mustbeusedoninternal combustionenginesthatuse
hydrocarbonfuels.Asparkarrester isadevicedesigned
to prevent accidental discharge of sparks or flames
fromtheengineexhaust.Spark arrestersare qualified
andrated by theUnitedStatesForest Service for this
purpose. In order to comply with local laws regarding
spark arresters, consult the engine distributor or the
localHealthandSafetyAdministrator.
NOTICE
WARNING

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SAFETY INFORMATION
FUELSAFETY
DONOTstarttheenginenearspilledfuelorcombustible
fluids.Dieselfuelisextremelyflammableanditsvapors
cancauseanexplosionifignited.
ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparksandopenflames.
ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
flammableliquids.
DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine is running
orhot.
DONOToverfill tank, sincespilledfuel couldigniteif it
comesintocontactwithhotenginepartsorsparksfrom
theignitionsystem.
Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areasandawayfromsparksandflames.
NEVERusefuelasacleaningagent.
DO NOT smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
fromfuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hotengine.
TOWINGSAFETY
Checkwithyourlocalcountyorstatesafety
towing regulations, in addition to meeting
Department of Transportation (DOT)
SafetyTowingRegulations,beforetowing
yourlighttower.
In order to reduce the possibility of an accident while
transporting the light tower on public roads, ALWAYS
make surethetrailer that supports thelight tower and
thetowingvehiclearemechanicallysoundandingood
operatingcondition.
ALWAYSshutdownenginebeforetransporting.
Makesurethehitchandcouplingof thetowingvehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross
vehicleweightrating.”
ALWAYSinspectthehitchandcouplingforwear.NEVER
towatrailerwithdefectivehitches,couplings,chains,etc.
Checkthetireairpressureonbothtowingvehicleand
trailer.Trailertiresshouldbeinflatedto50psicold.
Alsocheckthetiretreadwearonbothvehicles.
ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with
appropriatesafetychains.
ALWAYSproperlyattachtrailer’ssafetychainstotowing
vehicle.
ALWAYSmakesurethevehicleandtrailerdirectional,
backup, brake and trailer lights are connected and
workingproperly.
Themaximumspeedforhighwaytowingis55MPHunless
postedotherwise.Recommendedoff-roadtowingisnot
toexceed15MPHorlessdependingontypeofterrain.
Avoidsuddenstopsandstarts.Thiscancauseskidding,
or jack-knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improvetowing.
Avoidsharpturnstopreventrolling.
Trailershouldbeadjustedtoalevelpositionatalltimes
whentowing.
Raiseandlocktrailerwheel standinuppositionwhen
towing.
Placechockblocksunderneathwheeltopreventrolling
whileparked.
Placesupportblocksunderneaththetrailer’sbumper
topreventtippingwhileparked.
Usethetrailer’sswiveljacktoadjustthetrailerheightto
alevelpositionwhileparked.
CAUTION
DANGER

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SAFETY INFORMATION
TRANSPORTINGSAFETY
Beforelifting, makesurethat light tower partsare not
damagedandscrewsarenotloosenedorlost.
ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been
properlysecuredtoliftinghookoftheequipment.
NEVERlifttheequipmentwhileengineisrunning.
Make sure the tower is in the stowed position before
lifting.
STOWED
POSITION
ALWAYS Make sure rear mast lock is secure before
lifting.
Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of sufficient
strength.
Useonepointsuspensionhookandliftstraightupwards.
If liftingthroughpockets, makesureforksof forkliftare
insertedinpocketsasfaraspossiblebeforelifting.
NEVERallowanypersonoranimal tostandunderneath
theequipmentwhilelifting.
DONOTliftequipmenttounnecessaryheights.
LoadingandTie-DownonFlatbedTruck
Beforeloadinglighttowertoflatbedtruck,disconnectall
fourfloodlightconnectorsandtie-wrapthecablesagainst
theT-bartopreventdamagetothecablesandconnectors.
Whenloadingontoflatbed truck, makesurethat front
jackstandoflighttowerisretractedandinthehorizontal
positionsothatthefootdoesnotmakecontactwiththe
deckfloor.
FRONT
JACKSTAND
RETRACTED
TONGUE
REAR JACK
STAND (2)
LIFTING BALE
SIDE
JACK
STAND
(2)
TRANSPORT TIE-DOWN
POINT (4)
FORKLIFT
POCKETS
(2)
LIGHTTOWER
Makesurethatthetwoside(leftandright)andtworear
jackstandsareintheverticalpostion,slightlyextended,
sothateachfootmakescontactwiththedeckfloor.
Strapsandchainsshouldberoutedthroughthetransport
tie-down points located beneath each corner of the
cabinet to alloweven application of force to the front
andrearofthemachine.
DONOTsecuretheunitbyrunningastraporchainover
the tongue of the light tower.This may cause severe
damagetotheunit.
CABLE
TIE
CABLE(X4)
CONNECTORS
DISCONNECTED
NOTICE
CAUTION

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SAFETY INFORMATION
ELECTRICALSAFETY
Theelectricalvoltagerequiredtooperatethegenerator
cancausesevereinjuryorevendeaththroughphysical
contact withlive circuits.Turngenerator andall circuit
breakers OFF before performing maintenance on the
generator.
NEVERinsert anyobjects intothe output
receptacles during operation. This is
extremelydangerous.Thepossibilityexists
of electrical shock, electrocution or
death.
NEVERoperatelight tower
or handle any electrical
equipmentwhilestandingin
water,whilebarefoot,while
handsarewetorintherain.
A dangerous electrical
shockcouldoccur, causing
severe bodily harm or
evendeath.
ALWAYS make sure the
areaabovethelight toweris
openandclearofoverhead
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, electrical shock,
electrocution and even
death.
Similar to boom equipment, light tower may become
energizedwithhighvoltage.DONOToperatethelight
tower within a radial distance of 17 feet (5 meters)
from high voltagepower lines.If light tower becomes
energizedwithhighvoltage,contactwiththeequipment
could result in equipment damage, electrical shock,
electrocutionandevendeath.
Backfeed to a utilitysystemcan cause electrocution
and/orpropertydamage.NEVERconnectthegenerator
toabuilding’selectricalsystemwithoutatransferswitch
or other approved device. All installations should be
performedbyalicensedelectricianin
accordancewithallapplicablelawsand
electricalcodes.Failuretodosocould
result in electrical shock or burn,
causingseriousinjuryorevendeath.
PowerCord/CableSafety
NEVERletpowercordsorcableslayinwater.
NEVERuse damaged or worn cables or cords when
connectingequipment togenerator.Inspect for cutsin
theinsulation.
NEVER grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibilityexistsof electrical shock,
electrocutionordeath.
Makesurepowercablesaresecurely
connected.Incorrect connectionsmaycauseelectrical
shockanddamagetothelighttower.
NOTICE
ALWAYSmakecertainthatproper poweror extension
cordhasbeenselectedforthejob.
GroundingSafety
DANGER
Thislight tower isequippedwith a groundingterminal
at thebaseandright sideof theMainMast assembly.
Electrical grounding requirements can differ by State,
Province, District, Municipality, and unique application
settings.
For portableandvehicle-mountedgenerators, Multiquip
recognizes the guidance provided in NEC Handbook
Article 250.34 Parts A and B, and 29 CFR1926.404
(f) (3)(i).Ifamoredefinitiveearth-to-groundsafeguard
is required, please consult a qualified electrician and
reference appropriate National Electrical Code (NEC)
guidelinesinestablishinganexteriorgroundingpoint
There is a permanent conductor between generator
(statorwinding)andtheframe.
DANGER
DANGER
NOTICE

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SAFETY INFORMATION
BATTERYSAFETY ENVIRONMENTALSAFETY/DECOMMISSIONING
DONOTdropthebattery.Thereisapossibilitythatthe
batterywillexplode.
DONOTexposethebatterytoopenflames,
sparks,cigarettes,etc.Thebatterycontains
gasesandliquidscomeintocontactwitha
flameorspark,anexplosioncouldoccur.
ALWAYSwearsafetyglasseswhenhandling
thebatterytoavoideyeirritation.Thebattery
containsacidsthatcancauseinjurytothe
eyesandskin.
Usewell-insulatedgloveswhenpickingupthebattery.
ALWAYSkeepthebatterycharged.Ifthebatteryisnot
charged,combustiblegaswillbuildup.
ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environmenttoavoidtheriskofadangerousconcentration
ofcombustiblegasses.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediatelywithplentyofwater.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water andcontact thenearest doctor or hospital to
seekmedicalattention.
Decommissioning is a controlled process used to safely
retireapieceof equipment that isnolongerserviceable.
Iftheequipmentposesanunacceptableandunrepairable
safety risk due to wear or damage or is no longer cost
be decommissioned (demolition and dismantlement),be
suretofollowrulesbelow:
DONOTpourwasteoroildirectlyontotheground,down
adrainorintoanywatersource.
Contact your country's Department of
PublicWorks or recycling agency in your
area and arrange for proper disposal of
any electrical components, waste or oil
associatedwiththisequipment.
When the life cycle of this equipment is over, remove
battery and bring to appropriate facility for lead
reclamation. Use safety precautions when handling
batteriesthatcontainsulfuricacid.
When the life cycle of this equipment is over, it is
recommendedthatthetrowelframeandallothermetal
partsbesenttoarecyclingcenter.
Metal recycling involves the collection of metal from
discarded products and its transformation into raw
materials to use in manufacturing a new product.
Recyclersandmanufacturersalikepromotetheprocess
of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center
promotesenergycostsavings.
ALWAYSdisconnect theNEGATIVEbatteryterminal
beforeperformingserviceonthegenerator.
ALWAYSkeepbatterycablesingoodworkingcondition.
Repairorreplaceallworncables.
CAUTION
WARNING
NOTICE
DANGER

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SAFETY INFORMATION
EMISSIONSINFORMATION
The diesel engine used in this equipment has been
designed to reduce harmful levels of carbon monoxide
(CO), hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)
containedindieselexhaustemissions.
Thisenginehasbeencertifiedtomeet USEPAEvaporative
emissionsrequirementsintheinstalledconfiguration.
Attemptingtomodifyor makeadjustmentsto theengine
emissionsystembyunauthorizedpersonnel withoutproper
trainingcoulddamagetheequipmentorcreateanunsafe
condition.
Additionally,modifyingthefuelsystemmayadverselyaffect
evaporativeemissions,resultinginfinesorotherpenalties.
EmissionControl Label
Theemissioncontrollabelisanintegralpartoftheemission
systemandisstrictlycontrolledbyregulations.
Thelabelmustremainwiththeengineforitsentirelife.
Ifareplacementemissionlabelisneeded,pleasecontact
yourauthorizedKohlerEngineDistributor.
NOTICE

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LAMP FOOTCANDLE PLOT
Figure 1. Lamp Footcandle Plot

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SPECIFICATIONS
Table1. LT6K5Specifications
LightTowerModel
LT6K5
Weight(Dry)
1,492lbs.(671kg.)
SupportPoints
4
WindStability
65mph(80.46kph)
Lights(4)
1,000-WattMetalHalide
Lumens
440,000
LightCoverage
5to7acres
LightTermination
4x3-pinQDplug
WinchCapacity(2)
1,500lbs.(680kg.)
WinchRopeWire
3/16in.
GeneratorSpecifications
GFCIReceptacleOutput
230VAC@15Amps
GFCICircuitBreaker(CB4,SinglePole)
15Amps
MainBreaker(CB1,2-Pole)
30Amps
LightCircuitBreakers(CB2/CB3SinglePole)
20Amps
ContinuousOutput
6,000Watts
NoiseLevel@23ft.(7m)
68dB
TrailerSpecifications
JackstandCapacity
2,000lbs.(907kg.)
CouplerTypes
Fixed2in.BallCoupler(Standard)
Adjustable2in.BallCoupler(Option)
FixedPintleEye-RingCoupler(Option)
AdjustablePintleEye-RingCoupler(Option)
TireSize
13in.(330mm.)
TireRimSize
13x4.5in.(330x114mm)
AxleCapacity
2,000lbs.(907kg.)
HubType
5-Lug
SuspensionType
4-Leaf
ElectricalTail-LightConnector
4-WireFlat

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SPECIFICATIONS
Table2. EngineSpecifications
KohlerKDW1003
DieselEngine
TIER4F
EngineType 3-Cylinder,DieselEngine
Displacement 62.73cu.in.(1028cc)
MaxOutputStandby 12H.P.at1,800R.P.M.
FuelTankCapacity Approx.34U.S.Gallons(103.6Liters)
RunTimeWith4Lights 64Hours
StandardIdleSpeed 1,800R.P.M.
FuelType LowSulfurNo.2DieselFuel
OilSumpCapacity 2.64U.S.Quarts(2.5Liters)
CoolingSystem Liquid-cooled
CoolantCapacity 1.25U.S.Quarts(4.75Liters)
StartingMethod ElectricStart
BatteryType Group24
TotalWeight(Dry) 187.3lbs. (85Kg.)

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DIMENSIONS
Figure 2. Dimensions
Table3. Dimensions
ReferenceLetter Description Dimension
A Length(MastStowedPosition) 128.3in.(326cm.)
B Length(HitchToRearExt.Outrigger) 106in.(269cm.)
C Max.Height(MastDeployedPosition) 31.5ft.(960cm)
D Height(MastStowedPosition) 73.7in.(187cm.)
E GroundClearance(FromAxle) 18.6in.(47.2cm.)
F Width(TowReady) 42.4in.(108cm.)
G Width(OutriggersDeployed) 79in.(201cm.)
F
G
DEPLOYED
POSITION
C
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D
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The Multiquip LT6K5 Light Tower is a dedicated general
purpose light tower engineered to provide dependable
lighting for a wide range of applications. This includes
lightingfor constructionsites, industrial locations, special
events,andemergencyconditions.
METALHALIDELAMPS
Thelightingsystemof theLT6K5iscomprisedof 4metal
halide, 1000-watt lamps.These lights provide maximum
illuminationwithtypical lightingcoverageof 5to7acres.
Thelightsare controlledbytwo20ampcircuit breakers.
Eachbreakerwillturnonapairoflights(top/bottom).
ENGINE
TheLT6K5ispoweredbyaTier(4)Kohler,3-cylinder,water
cooled,directinjection,12HPdieselenginethatisequipped
withautomaticshutdownsforlowoilpressure,highcoolant
temperature,andalternatorchargefailure.
STABILITY
Thelighttowermasthasamaximumverticalheightof31.5
feet(9.6meters)andcanberaisedbymeansofamanual
winch.Thetowertensioningsystemisdesignedtoprovide
thenecessarytensiontosafelycontrolthepivotofthetower.
Thelight tower hasawindstabilityof upto65mphwith
outriggersandjackstandsfullydeployedonlevelground.
PANELLIGHT
A panel light automatically illuminates the control panel
when the engine access door is opened (air filter side).
Thisfeatureisconvenientfornightdeployment.
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONVENIENCERECEPTACLE
TheLT6K5isequippedwithaGFCIreceptaclelocatedon
thecontrolpanel.Togainaccesstothisreceptacle,liftthe
sidepaneldoorontheairfiltersideofthegenerator.
The GFCI receptacle can supply 230 VAC at 15 amps.
Thisreceptaclecanbeusedforlightpowertoolsorother
similarapplications.
FUELTANK
The 34-gallonfuel tankprovidesupto72.5hoursof run
timewhilerunningat3/4load.
TRAILERDESIGN
Thetrailerdesignof theLT6K5lighttowerwithstandsthe
rigorsofnormalhighwaytowingandjobsiteenvironments.
The trailer isengineered toDOT requirements and is in
compliance to the standards of the National Association
ofTrailerManufacturers(NATM).
BUNDEDSYSTEM
The LT6K5 light tower is designed with a "bunded"
containment system.This system prevents the leakage,
spillingofharmfulcontaminants,fluidsthatcouldbeharmful
totheenvironment.

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COMPONENTS
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Figure 3. Major Components 1 (Control Panel Side)
Figure 3, 4, and 5 show the location of the controls and
componentsfortheLT6K5lighttower.Thefunctionofeach
componentisdescribedbelow:
1. BallHitchCoupler—Attachthetrailer's2-inchcoupler
tothetowingvehicle.Useonlythespecifiedballdiameter
as indicated on your coupler. Use of any other ball
diameterwill createanextremelydangerouscondition
whichcanresult inseparationof thecoupler and ball
orballfailure.
2. TongueJackstand—Usethisjackstandtosupport the
tonguewhenattachingthelighttowertoatowingvehicle.
3. SideMarkerLights—Therearefoursidemarkerlights
locatedonlight tower.Thefront circular lights(tongue
side)areamber.Therearrectangularreflectorsarered.
4. Manual Holder—Containsinformationregardingthe
lighttower.
5. Panel Light —Whenthe cabinet door is raised, the
lightwillautomaticallyturnon.Whenthecabinetdoor
isclosed,thelight willturnoff.
6. Control Panel — Contains the auxiliary output
receptacle,enginehourmeter,excitationcapacitorand
circuitbreakers.
7. T-Bar —Allowsthelights tobemountedverticallyor
horizontally.
8. Engine —3-cylinder, water cooled, direct injection,
12HPdieselengine.
9. EngineStatusModule—Displaysenginestatusvia
LEDs, water temperature, air filter, fuel, alternator, oil
pressure,glowplugs.Insertignitionkey,turnclockwise
tostartengine.
10. Tie-DownPoints—Usedtotiedownlighttowerwith
strapsor chainstoallowevenapplicationof forcetothe
frontandrearoftheequipmentduringtransport.
11. Chock Blocks —Place blocks (not included as part
of thelighttowerpackage)undereachtrailerwheelto
preventrolling.
OFF
OFF
LIGHT
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120
VAC
HOURS
1/1
OFF
OFF
ENGI
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120/24
0 VAC