MULTIQUIP GloBug GB4000 Guide

GLOBUG
MODEL GB4000
LIGHT TOWER MOUNT TYPE
BALLOON LIGHT
SERIAL NO. G3100044 AND ABOVE
Revision#1(02/25/14)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALLTIMES.
OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

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License Holder:
LIGHT BOY CO., LTD.
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F-Tec Corp
2-6-14
Kurigi, Asao
KAWASAKI , KANAGAWA 215-0033
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Certified Product: Portable HID luminaire, Globug Series License Fee - Units
Model Designation : 1} GB2000, 2} GB4000 7
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GB4000 BALLOON LIGHT
TableofContents...........................................4
PartsOrderingProcedures...............................5
SafetyInformation.............................................................6-13
Specifi ations............................................................14
Dimensions.................................................15
FootcandlePlot............................................16
GeneralInformation..............................................................17
Components .................................................... 18
Setup................................................................................19-22
LampCableConnections...............................23
Operation........................................................................24-25
Maintenance ............................................... 26-28
WiringDiagram............................................29
ExplanationOfCodeInRemarksColumn..........30
SuggestedSpareParts
..................................31
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Component Drawings
NameplateAndDecals..............................32-33
ElectricalAssy..................................................34--37
BracketAndJ-BoxAssy............................................38-39
TermsAndConditionsOfSale—Parts.............40
NOTICE
Specifi ationsandpartnumbersaresubjecttochange
withoutnotice.

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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES
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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.
DANGER
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
WILLresultinDEATHorSERIOUSINJURY.
WARNING
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
COULDresultinDEATHorSERIOUSINJURY.
CAUTION
Indicatesahazardoussituationwhich, if notavoided,
COULDresultinMINORorMODERATEINJURY.
NOTICE
Addressespracticesnotrelatedtopersonalinjury.

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GENERALSAFETY
CAUTION
NEVERoperatethisequipmentwithoutproperprotective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection,
hearingprotection,steel-toedbootsandotherprotective
devicesrequiredbythejoborcityandstateregulations.
NEVERoperatethisequipment whennot
feelingwell duetofatigue, illnessorwhen
undermedication.
NEVERoperatethisequipment undertheinfluenceof
drugsoralcohol.
ALWAYSchecktheequipmentforloosenedthreadsor
boltsbeforestarting.
DONOTusetheequipmentforanypurposeotherthan
itsintendedpurposesorapplications.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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 phoneonthe jobsite. Also, knowthephone
numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire
department. This information will be invaluable in the
caseofanemergency.
NOTICE

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LIGHTTOWERSAFETY
DANGER
NEVERoperatetheequipmentinanexplosive
atmosphereornearcombustiblematerials.An
explosionorfirecouldresultcausingsevere
bodilyharmorevendeath.
WARNING
NEVERdisconnectanyemergencyorsafetydevices.
These devices are intended for operator safety.
Disconnectionof thesedevicescancausesevereinjury,
bodilyharmorevendeath.Disconnectionofanyofthese
deviceswillvoidallwarranties.
NEVERlubricatecomponentsor attempt serviceona
runningmachine.
ALWAYSensurelighttowerisonlevelgroundbeforeuse
sothatitcannotslideorshiftaround,endangeringworkers.
Alwayskeepimmediateareafreeofbystanders.
ALWAYSmake sure trailer is leveled with all outriggers
extended before raising tower. Outriggers must remain
extendedwhiletowerisup.
ALWAYSkeepareabehindtrailerclearofpeoplewhile
raisingandloweringmast.
NEVERremovesafetypinorpullmastlockingpinwhile
towerisinaraisedposition!
CHECK the mast and winch cables for wear. If any
problemoccurswhenloweringorraisingthetower,STOP
immediately!Contactatrainedtechnicianforassistance.
NEVERpivotorretractmastwhileunitisoperating.
NEVERusethelight tower mast asa crane.DONOT
liftanythingwiththemast.
ALWAYSlowerthelighttowerwhennotinuse,orifhigh
windsorelectricalstormsareexpected.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ALWAYSkeeptheimmediateareasurroundingthelight
towerclean,neat,andfreeofdebris.
ALWAYSkeepthemachineinproperrunningcondition.
Fixdamagetomachineandreplaceanybrokenparts
immediately.
ALWAYSstoreequipment properlywhenit isnot being
used.Equipmentshouldbestoredinaclean,drylocation
outofthereachofchildrenandunauthorizedpersonnel.
Topreventthelighttowerfromoverturning,NEVERuse
inwindsthatexceed65MPH(105km/h).
LAMPSAFETY
NEVER attempt to replace lamp with the power on.
Alwaysshutdowntheengineandturnoffcircuitbreakers
whenchangingthelamp.
ALWAYSallowasufficientamountof timeforthelampto
cool beforetouchingor changing.Thepossibilityexistsof
severeburns.
NEVERuseforcewheninstallingthelamp.Excessiveforce
couldcausethelamptobreak,causingbodilyharm.
NEVERleaveanygreaseoroilresidueonlampsurface
whenreplacingor removinglamp.Thiscancreatehot
spots,reducingtheservicelifeofthelamp.
ALWAYSmakesurelampsurfaceiscleananddry.
ALWAYSreplacewithMQrecommendedtypelamp.
ALWAYShaveatrainedtechnicianinstall andremove
afloodlight,orreplaceanydamagedfixturewiring.
NOTICE
CAUTION
WARNING
NOTICE
CAUTION

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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 theair is
restricted. If the air flow is
restricteditwillcauseinjurytopeopleandpropertyand
seriousdamagetotheequipmentorengine.
WARNING
DO NOT place hands or fingers inside engine
compartmentwhenengineisrunning.
NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or
guards removed.
Keepfingers,handshairandclothingaway
fromallmovingpartstopreventinjury.
DONOTremovetheradiatorcapwhiletheengineishot.
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 gush out of the oil tank and
severelyscaldanypersons inthegeneral areaof the
generator.
CAUTION
NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold,
mufflerorcylinder.Allowthesepartstocool
beforeservicingequipment.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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
usually canrepair the condition.Thiscan takeseveral
hourstoburnofftheaccumulatedunburnedfuel.
State Health Safety Codes and Public Resources
Codesspecifythatincertainlocations,sparkarresters
mustbeusedoninternalcombustionenginesthatuse
hydrocarbonfuels.Asparkarrester isadevicedesigned
to prevent accidental discharge of sparks or flames
fromthe engineexhaust.Sparkarrestersare qualified
andratedbytheUnited States Forest Service for this
purpose. In order to comply with local laws regarding
spark arresters, consult the engine distributor or the
localHealthandSafetyAdministrator.
NOTICE
DANGEROUS
GASFUMES

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FUELSAFETY
DONOTstarttheenginenearspilledfuelorcombustible
fluids.Dieselfuelisextremelyflammableanditsvapors
cancauseanexplosionif ignited.
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—LIGHTTOWER
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
makesurethetrailer that supportsthe light tower and
thetowingvehiclearemechanicallysoundandingood
operatingcondition.
ALWAYSshutdownenginebeforetransporting.
Makesurethehitchandcouplingof thetowingvehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross
vehicleweightrating.”
SAFETY INFORMATION
ALWAYSinspectthehitchandcouplingforwear.NEVER
towatrailerwithdefectivehitches,couplings,chains,etc.
Checkthetireairpressureonbothtowingvehicleand
trailer.Trailertiresshouldbeinflatedto50psi cold.
Alsocheckthetiretreadwearonbothvehicles.
ALWAYSmakesurethetrailerisequippedwithasafety
chain.
ALWAYSproperlyattachtrailer’ssafetychainstotowing
vehicle.
ALWAYSmakesurethevehicleandtrailer directional,
backup, brake and trailer lights are connected and
workingproperly.
DOTRequirementsincludethefollowing:
•Connectandtestelectricbrakeoperation.
• Secure portable power cables in cable tray with tie
wraps.
The maximum speed for highway towing is 55 MPH
(86 km/h) unlesspostedotherwise.Recommendedoff-
roadtowingisnot to exceed 15MPH(24 km/h)or less
dependingontypeofterrain.
Avoidsuddenstopsandstarts.Thiscancauseskidding,
or jack-knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improvetowing.
Avoidsharpturnstopreventrolling.
Trailershouldbeadjustedtoalevelpositionatalltimes
whentowing.
Raise and lock trailer jack standsin up positionwhen
towing.
CAUTION
DANGER
NOTICE
ALWAYSremoveandstowtheGB4000lampfixture
priortotowingthelighttower.

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TRANSPORTINGSAFETY
Beforelifting, makesurethat light tower partsarenot
damagedandscrewsarenotloosenedorlost.
ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been
properlysecuredtoliftinghookoftheequipment.
NEVERlifttheequipmentwhileengineisrunning.
Removefanpowercordfromjunctionboxbeforetowing.
Makesuretower(mast)isinthestowedpositionandthe
GB4000isremovedfromthemastbeforelifting.
REMOVE
SAFETY INFORMATION
Ifliftingthroughpockets,makesureforksofforkliftare
insertedinpocketsasfaraspossiblebeforelifting.
Placechockblocksunderneathwheeltopreventrolling
whileparked.
Placesupportblocksunderneaththetrailer’sbumper
topreventtippingwhileparked.
Usethetrailer’sswiveljacktoadjustthetrailerheightto
alevelpositionwhileparked.
NEVERallowanypersonoranimaltostandunderneath
theequipmentwhilelifting.
DONOTliftequipmenttounnecessaryheights.
LoadingandTie-DownonFlatbedTruck
STOWED
POSITION
MAST
LOCK
GB2000
BEFORE
TRANSPORTING
REMOVE
FAN
POWER
CORD
Beforeloadinglighttowertoflatbedtruck,disconnectall
connectorsandtie-wrapthecablesagainsttheT-barto
preventdamagetothecablesandconnectors.
RemoveandstowtheGB4000inasafeplacewhereit
willnotgetdamagedbeforeloadingthelighttoweronto
ALWAYS Make sure rear mast lock is secure before
lifting.
Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of sufficient
strength.
Useonepointsuspensionhookandliftstraightupwards.
aflatbedtruck,towing, orshippingviaacontainer.
Whenloadingontoflatbedtruck, makesure that front
jackstandoflighttowerisretractedandinthehorizontal
positionsothatthefootdoesnotmakecontactwiththe
deckfloor.
FRONT JACKSTAND
RETRACTED
TONGUE
TRANSPORT
TIE-DOWN
POINT (4)
LIFTING BALE
SIDE
JACK
STAND (2)
REAR
JACK
STAND (2)
FORKLIFT
POCKETS
LIGHT TOWER
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.
NOTICE
CAUTION

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ELECTRICALSAFETY
Theelectricalvoltagerequiredtooperatethegenerator
cancausesevereinjuryorevendeaththroughphysical
contact with livecircuits.Turngenerator andall circuit
breakers OFF before performing maintenance on the
generator.
NEVERinsert any objectsintotheoutput
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 (5.1 meters)
from highvoltagepower lines.If light tower becomes
energizedwithhighvoltage,contactwiththeequipment
couldresultinelectrocution.
NEVERoperateGB4000inwindsinexcessof40MPH
(64km/h).
SAFETY INFORMATION
Backfeed to a utility systemcan 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.
Make sure power cables are securely connected.
Incorrect connections may cause electrical shock and
damagetothelighttower.
ALWAYSmakecertainthatproper poweror extension
cordhasbeenselectedforthejob.
Ensure fan power cable is safely routed and secured
asittravelsfromthejunctionboxdownthemasttothe
GFCIreceptacle.
GroundingSafety
The light tower is equippedwitha groundterminal for
yourprotection.ALWAYScompletethegroundingpath
fromthelighttowertoanextrnalgroundingsource.
ALWAYSmakesurethatelectricalcircuitsareproperly
grounded to a suitable earth ground (ground rod) per
the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes
beforeoperatinggenerator.Severeinjuryordeathby
electrocutioncanresultfromoperatinganungrounded
generator.
NEVERusegaspipingasanelectricalground.
DANGER
NOTICE
DANGER
DANGER

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BATTERYSAFETY
SAFETY INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTALSAFETY
DONOTdropthebattery.Thereisapossibilitythatthe
batterywillexplode.
DONOTexposethebatterytoopenflames,
sparks,cigarettes,etc.Thebatterycontains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gasesandliquidscomeintocontactwitha
flameorspark,anexplosioncouldoccur.
Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Examples of potentially hazardous waste
areusedmotoroil,fuelandfuelfilters.
DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardouswaste.
DONOTpourwaste,oilorfueldirectlyontotheground,
downadrainorintoanywatersource.
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 the nearest doctor or hospital to
seekmedicalattention.
ALWAYSdisconnect theNEGATIVEbatteryterminal
beforeperformingserviceonthegenerator.
ALWAYSkeepbatterycablesingoodworkingcondition.
Repairorreplaceallworncables.
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING

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SPECIFICATIONS
Table1.Specifications
Model
GB4000
Lamp
Type
1000WMetalHalide(X4)
NumberofBulbs
4
Current
37.2A(9.3Ax4)
Voltage
120V
Lumens
428,000(10,700x4)lm
Fan
Current
1.2A
Voltage
24VDC
Dimensions Storage 15.7x15.7x45.6in
(400x400x1160mm)
Working 55.1x55.1x47.2in
(1400x1400x1200mm)
Weight
Balloon
39.9lb(18.1kg)
Bracket&J-Box
19.2lb(8.7kg)
Total
59.1lb(26.8kg)
AppropriateGenerator
3.2kWandabove

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DIMENSIONS
CLOSED OPENED
Figure 1. Dimensions
Table2.Dimensions
Reference
Letter
Dimension
in. (mm)
A 15.7 (400)
B
46(1,170)
C
55.1 (1400)
D
41.7 (1,060)
C
D
A
B

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FOOTCANDLE PLOT
1 grid = 40 ft.
Illuminance(Footcandle)
30 20 10 5 2 1 0.5 0.25 0.1
Diameter (Feet) 46 60 78 98 149 205 259 314 426
Figure 2. Footcandle Plot
30
20
10
5
2
1
0.5
0.25

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GENERAL INFORMATION
TheGB4000lampfi tureisadifusedballoonlight that is
designedtobemountedandoperatedonmost conventional
mobile light tower masts. Its design and features permit
clean,difusedlighttobecastuniformlyover232feet(70.7
meters).
The shadow-less lighting dramatically reduces glare in
the work area.This type of lighting improves safety and
enhances the illuminated area.The GB4000 is ideal for
highwaywork,constructionjobsites,securitysupport,and
specialevents.
Theballoonlightassemblyissupportedbyfour1000-watt
metalhalidelamps,self-inflatingdurablepolyesterballoon
bag, protective lamp guard, quick disconnect communal
mastbracket,andself-containedelectricaljunctionbox.
Onceattachedtothemast,theGB4000utilizestheballast
assembly,electricalconduits,andreceptacleconnections
ofconventionalmobilelighttowerstopermitoperation.
The GB4000requires2000watts of power and thehost
lighttowerelectricalballastsystemforoperation.Totallamp
operationwill belimitedtothedesignandcapacityof the
hostlighttower.
Theuniteasilydisconnectsfromthelighttowermastand
canbeeasilystoredinitsprotectivecanvascovercase.

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COMPONENTS
1. Lamp Fixture —Made of heat resistant polyester
balloonandfour1000-wattmetalhalidelamps.
2. LockingPin—Locksthelampfi tureinplacewhen
attachedtothepoleonthebracket.
3. Balloon Power Cable —Provides ACpower to the
lamps,fanandballooninflationcircuit.
4. Adapter Plate —Attaches to the T-Bar and mast
interfaceof thelighttowertoallowtheGB4000tobe
installed.
NOTICE
Thisadapterplate(item4)fitsmostconventionallight
towermasts.
5. JunctionBox—Holdstheelectrical connectionand
cablestoconnectthelampfi turetotheT-Barandto
thepowercable.
6. Support Bracket —Attaches to T-Bar to support
adapterplate(hardwarenotshown).
7. Connector Cap — Provides protection to the
receptacleonthejunctionboxwhennotinuse.
Figure 3. GB4000 Components
1
2
3
5
4
6
7

GB4000BALLOONLIGHT•OPERATIONANDPARTSMANUAL—REV.#1(02/25/14)—PAGE
PREPARATION POWERDISCONNECTION
SETUP
1. Placethelight tower inanareafreeof dirtanddebris
with enough clearance as not to interfere with any
overheadobstructions.Makesureitisonsecurelevel
ground withchockblocks underneatheachwheel to
preventthelighttowerfromrolling.
DANGER
1. ForLT12Dlighttowers,disconnectthenegativecable
(black)frombattery.SeeFigure5.
DISCONNECT
NEGATIVE
BATTERY CABLE
ALWAYSmakesuretheareaabove
light tower is open and clear of
overhead power lines and other
obstructions. The tower extends in
excess of 30 ft.(9meters).Contact
with overhead power lines or other
obstructionscouldresultinequipment
damage,seriousinjuryordeath!
2. Ifthelighttowerisinthedeployedposition,placethe
towermastintothecradlesupport(stowedposition).
SeeFigure4.Makesurecradlelock/releasepinhas
beeninsertedandthemastislocked.
STOWED
POSITION
Figure 5. Disconnecting Battery
2. For MLTserieslight towersdisconnect the4-pinpower
cable(Figure6)fromthe120VACtwist-lockreceptacle
onthefrontpanelofthegenerator.
MLT
LIGHT TOWER
Figure 4. LightTower in Stowed Position
DISCONNECT
4-PIN POWER
CABLE
TO BALLAST
COMPARTMENT
Figure 6. MLT Power Cable Removal
MAST
LOCK
NOTICE
Thenewlampadapterplaterequiresnoexistinglamp
removalforinstallation.Alllampscanremaininplace
duringinstallationoftheadapterplate.
NOTICE
Only mount the GB4000 on Light Towers that are
equippedwithoneofthefollowingballasts:
• UNIVERSAL LIGHTINGTECHNOLOGIES INC:
M1000120AC5M
• PHILIPSLIGHTINGELECTRONICNA:71A-6592.

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LAMPADAPTERPLATEMOUNTINGINSTALLATION
1. Remove the adapter plate kit hardware from its
container.
2. Beforeproceedingmakesurethelight tower mast is
inthestowposition(down) andthecradlelock/release
pinhasbeeninsertedandthemastislocked.
3. Attachthelampadapter platetotheT-Bar as shown
inFigure7.Alignadapterplatesothatadapterspacer
notchfitsoverscrewonT-Bar.Paycloseattentionto
theorientationofthetwosupportbrackets.
4. Mount the flat end of both support brackets flush
against the T-Bar with the low end of each bracket
facing inwards toward the mast. The raised end of
eachbracketshouldbefacingoutward.
SETUP
5. Next, insert a bolt (4) and flat washer (4) thru the
mountingholesontheadapterplateasshowninFigure
7.Again,paycloseattentiononwhichset of holesto
inserttheboltsthru.Boltnumber2mustbeoriented
so that it passes between receptaclesJ1 and J2 on
theT-Bar.
6. SecuretheadapterplatetotheT-Barusingthesupplied
flatwasher(4),lockwasher(4)andnut(4).Makesure
theadapterplateislevel(useabubblelevel)andboth
brackets are straight (vertical), not slanted, before
tightening.
NOTICE
Paycloseattentiontotheorientationof thetwosupport
brackets.Eachbracket hasahighandlowside.Thelow
sideof thebracket shouldbefacinginwardstowards
themast.