Operation
Owner’s Manual for MLT6SM/6SK Light Tower 31
Light Operation (Key Switch
Models)
1. Verify the unit is ON and running smoothly.
2. See Figure 3-11. Switch the main circuit breaker
(A) ON (I).
3. Switch the individual circuit breakers for the lights
(B) ON (I), one at a time.
Figure 3-11. Light Switches and Breaker
NOTE: The lights require a warm up period of 5–15
minutes before they reach full output. If the lights are shut
down, they require a cool down period of approximately
10 minutes before they can be switched on again.
NOTE: The light tower uses four 1000W, 1050W or
1100W bulbs. When checking or replacing the bulbs,
wipe them with a clean cloth to avoid leaving any grease,
oil residue or fingerprints on the glass. Any residue can
create a hot spot on the bulb, causing premature bulb
failure.
Light Operation (Power Zone–
DLA) (If Equipped)
See
Figure 3-12. The lights are turned on and off using
the Power Zone–DLA. To view the light screen, press the
↑ button three times from the Home screen.
NOTE: The lights can only be turned ON and OFF while
the unit is running in MANUAL mode. They operate
automatically in AUTO mode.
1. Once the engine is up to temperature and running
smoothly, switch the main circuit breaker ON (I).
2. To turn the light(s) ON, press the Select () button.
To turn the light(s) OFF, press the Select ()
button.
Figure 3-12. Lights Screen
Engine Derating
All units are subject to derating for altitude and
temperature. Derating reduces the available power for
operating tools and accessories connected to the
receptacles. For every increase in 1,000 ft (305 m) of
elevation, engine performance for this unit typically drops
between 2–4%. Also, engine performance decreases
about 1% for every 10 °F (5.6 ºC) increase in ambient air
temperature over 72 ºF (22 ºC).
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WARNING
Burn hazard. Never operate lights with a
damaged or missing lens cover. Lamps are
hot and pressurized while in use. Unprotected
lamps can shatter, causing severe injury.
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WARNING
Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot
while in use. Allow 10–15 minutes for cooling
before handling or lowering mast. Touching a
hot lens or fixture can cause severe burns.
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WARNING
Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot
while in use. Allow 10–15 minutes for cooling
before handling or lowering mast. Touching a
hot lens or fixture can cause severe burns.