Larson Electronics Pneumatic Megatower, User Manual

Page 1: ...Explosion Proof Network IP Camera User Manual USER MANUAL Pneumatic Megatower...

Page 2: ...ING 28 MAST TROUBLESHOOTING 29 LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING 30 CONTROL BOX TROULBESHOOTING 30 JOB BOX TROULBESHOOTING 31 AIR COMPRESSOR TROUBLESHOOTING 32 MAINTENANCE SECTION 33 ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE FOR TH...

Page 3: ...TRICAL CODE AND ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL CODES PROPER GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR SAFETY WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ONLY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN INSTALL OPERATE AND MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED...

Page 4: ...c light tower folds over for easy transportation features a hydraulic ram upright assist air powered pneumatic mast and high output LED fixtures The LED light tower is powered by a 14 KW Kubota diesel...

Page 5: ...erator found on the back of the trailer The top 60A breaker is the main generator breaker This breaker is meant to keep the generator on during use of the tower When tripped user will have to flip the...

Page 6: ...2 3 Figure 2 4 To the left of the generator is a black box containing a battery with connection terminals between the generator and the battery box This battery starts the generator 2 3 GENERATOR CON...

Page 7: ...This is normal as the mast raises The hydraulic pump allows the mast to raise to its vertical position and lower to its horizontal position The hydraulic reservoir holds the hydraulic fluid for the hy...

Page 8: ...next to the control box on the left When engaged this locks the mast into position and it cannot be raised from or lowered into its horizontal state To the right of the control panel is Automatic Tran...

Page 9: ...e left side of the trailer is the fuel tank with a fuel gauge and fuel intake 2 10 FUEL TANK This unit comes with 6 leveling jacks There are 3 on each side located at the rear the middle and the front...

Page 10: ...ne 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 10 of 67 Figure 2 13 This unit comes with a safety latch on the rear of the trailer to hold the light head mast in place while in transport p...

Page 11: ...the trailer and are welded to the body of the trailer Drop each jack as close to ground as possible and hand crank until level 3 3 Deploy the outriggers by pulling the retainer pins from the top to r...

Page 12: ...g The pin will remain in the unlocked position during operation Make sure pin is not engaged before deployment of the mast If the mast head latch is not released the mast will not elevate up to its ve...

Page 13: ...r s safety pin is a secondary switch 3 5 4 Underneath the base of the mast is the last sensor Figure 3 5 3 Figure 3 5 4 E 3 6 The mast safety pin is located on the right side of the black job box You...

Page 14: ...key and turn to the ON position 1 Wait for the control module to boot this should take around 15 seconds 2 Make sure the main breaker is OFF 3 Press the green Start button and wait for the generator...

Page 15: ...ion press and hold the GENERATOR STOP button for 5 seconds After 5 seconds release the GENERATOR STOP button and press the green GENERATOR START button once The generator should now be started Flip th...

Page 16: ...n now raise the mast to an upright position Press and hold the HYDRAULIC RAM UP button to raise the mast to an upright position Once fully upright set the safety pin at the base back into place NOTE O...

Page 17: ...e unit will not raise and will automatically lower when speeds are too high and will not raise until wind speeds drop below severe speed It is recommended to fully lower the mast to its original posit...

Page 18: ...e out the mast safety pin This will allow you to fold the mast down horizontally to its transport position 4 3 After the safety pin is removed press and hold the HYDRAULIC RAM DOWN button to lower the...

Page 19: ...secure the mast in place fully You may now retract all the outriggers first and then leveling jacks to return the unit to transport position 4 8 The trailer is now ready for hookup to a tow vehicle On...

Page 20: ...ne 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 20 of 67 5 1 HOW TO CONNECT EXTERNAL POWER Automatic Transfer Switch Panel A Line In Connection B Neutral Connection C Ground Bar D Connectio...

Page 21: ...e Automatic Transfer Switch ATS box The line in connection is on the the plate pictured in Figure 5 1 1 It is the red face plate on the right side of the panel 5 1 2 The circled bar in Figure 5 1 2 is...

Page 22: ...own power and are bypassing the generator the orientation of the below switch will automatically trip from A position an upward facing position to B position the downward facing position seen in figu...

Page 23: ...while the orientation locker needs to be fully removed on each side before changing the orientation of the light Once the orientation bolts are removed you can swivel the light to any of the settings...

Page 24: ...Megatower Larson Electronics LLC Phone 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 24 of 67 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 5 1 3 7 10 11 4 12 1 1 1 1 12 1 2 2 Figure 6 0 4...

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Page 26: ...s corrosion damage etc 7 10 Check the hydraulic ram cylinder for leaks or damaged worn seals 7 11 Visually inspect fuel filter for any damage 7 12 Replace the fuel filter every 3 months 7 13 Inspect a...

Page 27: ...nt level INSPECT 9 Radiator coolant REPLACE 10 Radiator hoses clamps INSPECT REPLACE 11 Radiator core fins CLEAN 12 Battery REPLACE 13 Electrical system INSPECT 14 Rubber isolators INSPECT 15 Air bag...

Page 28: ...3364 www larsonelectronics com 28 of 67 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 0 INTRODUCTION The following sections are meant to supply troubleshooting for various system issues These overviews guide the user on how t...

Page 29: ...rt If the mast head is not fully retracted pressing up against the mast retract sensor this will disable the hydraulic ram 8 1 3 The air compressor will not engage and the mast does not elevate o Chec...

Page 30: ...new breaker and carefully make the wiring connection o Replace the breaker box dead front and secure the screws from earlier o Connect to power and continue use 8 3 CONTROL BOX TROUBLESHOOTING The con...

Page 31: ...wdriver and set aside Disconnect the connections to all of the relays To remove a relay pull it out from the side Replace the old relay with a new replacement relay and slide it back into place and ca...

Page 32: ...8 5 AIR COMPRESSOR TROUBLESHOOTING To reset the air compressor breaker the button is located beneath the air compressor on the left hand side of the air compressor o NOTE IT IS RECOMMENDED TO WEAR PRO...

Page 33: ...Megatower Larson Electronics LLC Phone 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 33 of 67 9 0 MEGATOWER MAINTENANCE...

Page 34: ...t off when it reaches 120 PSI and turn back on when it drops below 100 PSI while in use 9 2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FLUID CHANGING The hydraulic pump and hydraulic fluid container are located to the right of...

Page 35: ...onnect the battery cable first There are 4 bolts to undo 2 per side Once the bolts are removed carefully the straps and battery charger with it Replace the old battery with a new one and insert back i...

Page 36: ...T There are two places to release air from the mast The first place is an external valve on the job box on the left hand side o Simply twist this valve to let out air The base of the mast also has a r...

Page 37: ...Larson Electronics LLC Phone 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 37 of 67 Megatower 9 5 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH MAINTENANCE...

Page 38: ...to the unit are therefore not all inclusive If using a procedure work method or operating technique the manufacturer does not specifically recommend ensure that it is safe for others Also make sure th...

Page 39: ...ential fire hazard This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard GENERAL HAZARDS Any AC generator that is used for backup power if a NORMAL UTILITY power source failure occurs must be isola...

Page 40: ...nly qualified personnel should be permitted access to the switch interior In case of an accident caused by electric shock immediately shut down the source of electrical power If this is not possible a...

Page 41: ...standby electric system installations The transfer switch consists of a transfer mechanism UTILITY SER VICE DISCONNECT circuit breaker a relay control fuses and a terminal strip for connection of sens...

Page 42: ...F 2 pole 120 240VAC 200A 50 60 Hertz Wire range 350 MCM 6 STR Line 250 MCM 6 STR Load ATS The conductor tightening torque is 375 in lbs Line 275 in lbs Load ATS The utility service disconnect circuit...

Page 43: ...lethal electrical shock Wiring diagrams and electrical schematics are provided in this manual NOTE All installations must comply with national state and local codes It is the responsibility of the ins...

Page 44: ...en or damage to the switch base could occur If not tightened enough a loose connection would result causing excess heat which could damage the switch base Connect power source load conductors to clear...

Page 45: ...system Perform functional tests in the exact order presented in this manual or damage could be done to the switch IMPORTANT Before proceeding with functional tests read and make sure all instructions...

Page 46: ...anually or damage could be done to the manual handle 9 5 8 1 CLOSE TO UTILITY SOURCE SIDE Before proceeding verify the position of the switch by observing the position of manual operation handle in Fi...

Page 47: ...NECT circuit breaker PROCEED WITH CAUTION THE TRANSFER SWITCH IS NOW ELECTRICALLY HOT CONTACT WITH LIVE TERMINALS RESULTS IN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS AND POSSIBLY FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK 2 With an accurate...

Page 48: ...ON or CLOSED position The generator now powers all LOAD circuits Check generator operation under load as follows Turn ON electrical loads to the full rated wattage amperage capacity of the generator...

Page 49: ...Larson Electronics LLC Phone 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 49 of 67 Megatower Interconnection Diagrams...

Page 50: ...E1 N2 T1 N1 23 194 E2 GENERATOR OUTPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER 2 POLE A BONDING JUMPER IS PROVIDED BETWEEN THE NEUTRAL LUG AND ENCLOSURE AT THIS LOCATION FACTORY INSTALLED GROUND BAR N2 T1 N1 23 194 NOTE INS...

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Page 53: ...e 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectronics com 53 of 67 Megatower WARNING BEFORE DOING ANY WORK ON THE ELECTRICAL PANEL OR ON THE ENGINE GENERATOR SET DISCONNECT THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE...

Page 54: ...any questions or require any assistance with this unit or a new application you are considering please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers listed on this manual We look forward to serving yo...

Page 55: ...ng technician or unit DANGER alerts you to immediate hazards that can result in severe injury or death WARNING forewarns you of an unsafe practice or hazard that could lead to severe injury or death C...

Page 56: ...the fan or fan belt causing injury or death Assure that there is adequate ventilation for the exhaust Exhaust fumes are odorless colorless and deadly Do not run the unit indoors where exhaust fumes c...

Page 57: ...R CHARGING CURRENT 40 AMPS CRANKING CURRENT 117 AMPS GENERATOR END MAKE MARATHON MODEL 334CSB3028 KILOWATTS CONT 1 0PF 14 KILOWATTS STAND BY 1 0PF 13 3 VOLTAGE 120 240 FREQUENCY 60 120 240V SINGLE PHA...

Page 58: ...ACCESS INSTALLATION CLEARANCES NON ENCLOSED MODEL AIRFLOW CONSIDERATIONS FIG 10 2 AIR FLOW DIAGRAM ENCLOSED MODELS IN OUT IN Larson Electronics LLC Phone 877 348 9680 Fax 903 498 3364 www larsonelectr...

Page 59: ...ns CLEAN 12 Battery REPLACE 13 Electrical system INSPECT 14 Rubber isolators INSPECT 15 Air bag isolator pressures INSPECT 16 Spark Arrester CLEAN 17 Exhaust system INSPECT Larson Electronics LLC Phon...

Page 60: ...he oil you will need to use a pump Feed the pump hose into the dipstick hole and pump the oil out of the main oil hole Once all oil has been pumped out you can remove the pump and insert new oil into...

Page 61: ...hose listed please contact our Engineering Department CAUTION Always use recommended factory replacement oil filters Experience has shown that some aftermarket filters are overly restrictive resulting...

Page 62: ...rator enclosure The Fuel Filter should be changed every 400 hours When changing the filter inspect the fuel lines for damage or wear Cracked or heavily abraded lines should be replaced immediately to...

Page 63: ...ers can ultimately fail resulting in damage to the engine Black smoke from the exhaust is a good indicator of a clogged air cleaner element An optional Filter Restriction Indicator can be purchased fr...

Page 64: ...her on the core as it can damage the cooling fins Generators that operate while the vehicle is traveling tend to get plugged up more frequently The Radiator Coolant should be replaced annually or ever...

Page 65: ...lly or every 1000 hours Fan belts can stretch over time causing them to slip For this reason it may be necessary to tighten the belt on occasion to assure that it does not start slipping Cracked fraye...

Page 66: ...y supported on the engine to prevent abrasion Damaged wiring should be replaced always use wire of the same type and size Excessive Dirt Oil Build up In addition to causing the generator and or engine...

Page 67: ...condition prior to storage and before re use REPLACEMENT PARTS The Megatower is designed to provide years of reliable performance Should the need for replacement parts arise please contact Larson Ele...