Operation
Owner’s Manual for PLT240 Light Tower 13
Section 3: Operation
Operation Configuration
Before setting up the unit, determine if the unit will
operate as a standalone light tower, or if export power will
be required.
If the unit will be operated as a standalone light tower,
either the 120V-15A or 120V-20A input power plugs can
be used.
If export power is required, or a second link tower will be
connected (via the 120V GFCI receptacle), 120V-20A
input power is required.
NOTE: Shore power cords are not included with this unit
and must be supplied by the end user. See Table 1 for
recommended cable size and length.
LED Lights Only
Connect the unit to either a 120VAC-15A supply or
120VAC-20A supply using either input power plug.
LED Lights and Auxiliary Power
1. Connect the unit to a 120VAC-20A supply using
the NEMA L5-20 plug.
2. Connect auxiliary equipment to the 120VAC GFCI
convenience receptacle.
Light Tower Setup
IMPORTANT NOTE: Unit wind rating is 45 mph.
1. For maximum light coverage, position the unit at
ground level or in a spot higher than the area being
illuminated by the lamps.
NOTE: The mast extends up to 16 ft (4.88m).
2. Place the unit on firm ground that is relatively flat
(less than 5° grade). Use the handles to rotate the
unit until the lights face the desired direction.
3. Lock the swiveling caster.
4. Return the handles to the stored position.
5. A grounding stud is located on the control panel.
For grounding requirements, follow local, state, oil
and gas or petrochemical plant grounding, MSHA,
OSHA, CSA, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, ABS Marine and
Maritime guidelines as applicable.
Table 1 - Recommended Shore Power Cable
Size and Length
Suggested Power Cables and Lengths
50 ft. (15.2 m) 10/3—(L5-20P – L5-20R)
100 ft. (30.5 m) 12/3—(5-15P – 5-15R)
Maximum Distance - One LINK Tower
400 ft. (121.9 m) cable size 10/3—(L5-20P – L5-20R)
OR
300 ft. (91.4 m) cable size 12/3—(5-15P – 5-15R)
Maximum Distance - Two LINK Towers
300 ft. (91.4 m) cable size 10/3—(L5-20P –L5-20R)
to first LINK Tower
(first LINK Tower must be powered by 20A circuit)
AND
200 ft. (61 m) cable size 12/3—(5-15P–5-15R)
to second LINK Tower
Asphyxiation. Do not connect any engine-
powered equipment or fired air heaters to the
convenience receptacle(s), even with proper
ventilation. Carbon monoxide, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
(000353)
DANGER
(000260a)
High Voltage. Verify area above unit is clear
of overhead wires and obstructions. Contact
with high-voltage power lines will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER
WARNING
(000345)
Personal Injury. Do not set-up or operate unit
in high winds. Doing so could result in death,
serious injury, property, or unit damage.
WARNING
Electrocution. Do not set up or operate
this unit if severe weather is expected.
Lightning strikes can kill or cause severe injury
even if you are not touching the unit.
(000296)
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