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Operator’s Manual

Light Tower

LTV6K, LTV6L, LTV8K

60 Hz

Type

LTV6K, LTV6L, LTV8K

Document

5100030216

Date

0317

Revision

0

2

Language

EN

5 1 0 0 0 3 0 2 1 6

Summary of Contents for LTV6K

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Light Tower LTV6K LTV6L LTV8K 60 Hz Type LTV6K LTV6L LTV8K Document 5100030216 Date 0317 Revision 02 Language EN 5 1 0 0 0 3 0 2 1 6...

Page 2: ...distribution not authorized by Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC represents an infringement of valid copyrights Violators will be prosecuted Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this manual are...

Page 3: ...When ordering parts or requesting service information be prepared to provide the machine model number item number revision number and serial number Expectations for information in this manual This man...

Page 4: ...ty Contact your Wacker Neuson dealer immediately if you have questions about approved or unapproved parts attachments or modifications CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Combustion exhaust some of its...

Page 5: ...22 3 Lifting and Transporting 30 3 1 Lifting the Machine 30 3 2 Preparing the Machine for Transport on a Truck or Trailer 31 3 3 Before Towing Checklist 32 3 4 Towing the Machine 33 3 5 Trailer 34 3...

Page 6: ...rating Stopping the Machine DeepSea 66 5 12 Auto Mode Remote Run 68 5 13 Engine Jump Starting 70 5 14 Emergency Shutdown Procedure 73 5 15 Using the Convenience Receptacles 60 Hz 74 6 Factory Installe...

Page 7: ...5 Radiation Compliance 101 11 6 Dimensions LTV6K LTV8K LTV6L 101 12 Emissions Control Systems Information and Warranty KUBOTA 102 12 1 Emission Control System Background Information 102 12 2 Limited...

Page 8: ...Table of Contents LTV wc_bo5100030216_02_FM10TOC fm 8...

Page 9: ...ial personal hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury To avoid death or seriou...

Page 10: ...cting a load that has voltage and frequency requirements that are incompatible with the machine output Overloading the machine with a device that draws excessive power during either continuous running...

Page 11: ...eived instruction on how to properly use the machine Are familiar with required safety devices The machine must not be accessed or operated by Children People impaired by alcohol drugs or prescription...

Page 12: ...ith side shields Hearing protection Safety toed footwear Before Starting Be sure the machine is on a firm level surface and will not tip roll slide or fall while operating Never connect the machine to...

Page 13: ...ts only and require time to reach full brightness on initial startup and after a power interruption These lamps comply with FDA regulation performance standards 21 CFR 1040 30 Operating safety Replace...

Page 14: ...understand the service procedures before performing any service to the machine All adjustments and repairs must be completed before operating the machine Do not operate the machine with a known probl...

Page 15: ...and servicing the machine Keep machine clean and free of debris such as leaves paper cartons etc Keep labels legible Clean with soapy water only When cleaning the machine Do not clean the machine whi...

Page 16: ...and wipe the machine dry before starting Refueling safety When refueling the engine Clean up any spilled fuel immediately Refill the fuel tank in a well ventilated area Re install the fuel tank cap af...

Page 17: ...r hold the machine safely See chapter Technical Data for machine weight Remain aware of the location of other people when lifting the machine Only use the lifting points and tie downs described in the...

Page 18: ...Only tow the machine when the trailer s lug nuts are properly torqued Only tow the machine when the trailer s tires are properly inflated Only tow the machine when all trailer lights are functioning c...

Page 19: ...en an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of trailers it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you...

Page 20: ...wc_si001039gb_FM10 fm 20 Labels LTV 2 Labels 2 1 Label Locations wc_gr013742 B D E C D E K L M F G H I J A N...

Page 21: ...wc_si001039gb_FM10 fm 21 LTV Labels wc_gr013743 W W V T U Q S...

Page 22: ...e se blesser ou de blesser les autres augmente OFF 5100029814 ADVERTENCIA START 15 SEC MAX ARRANQUE 15 SEG MAX DEMARRAGE 15 SEC MAX OFF ON WARNING AUTO AUTO DANGER PELIGRO Read and understand the supp...

Page 23: ...ndicator light will illuminate during preheating 2 When the PREHEAT indicator light goes out turn the key switch to the START position for a maximum of 15 seconds 3 When the engine is running move the...

Page 24: ...l power lines will cause serious injury or death Do not position Light Tower under electrical power lines H WARNING Ultraviolet radiation from lamp can cause serious skin and eye irritation Use only w...

Page 25: ...Power Winch TO RAISE TOWER 1 Lift pins and extend outriggers 2 Raise tower with switch 3 Loosen mast rotation knob to aim tower Tighten knob when tower is aimed TO LOWER TOWER 1 Turn off breakers and...

Page 26: ...wheel or lug nut failure can cause loss of control Before towing you must CHECK 1 Tire pressure and tread 2 Tires and wheels for damage 3 Lug nuts for tightness Lug nuts should be tightened to 85 ft...

Page 27: ...rate from ball 5 LOCK coupler clamp with pin or padlock WARNING On trailer if equipped ALWAYS use safety chains Chains hold trailer if connection fails You must 1 CROSS chains underneath coupler 2 ALL...

Page 28: ...ws or Regulations Relating to Fire Prevention Requirements Choque el ctrico y arco voltaico de cortocircuito pueden causar heridas personales o muerte Dispositivo de almacenaje el ctrico en el interio...

Page 29: ...t at the time of manufacture The label includes the Vehicle Identification Number VIN for the trailer AVERTISSEMENT AVERTISSEMENT 5200005890 5200005890 ADVERTENCIA ADVERTENCIA WARNING WARNING MANUFACT...

Page 30: ...1 Attach the lifting equipment to the lifting eye b on the machine using hooks shackles and chains or insert forks into the fork pockets d 2 Lift the machine a small distance 3 Check for stability If...

Page 31: ...the transport vehicle or trailer are chocked during the loading process The transport vehicle or trailer is clean and free of grease oil ice and other loose material Do not use the machine s trailer...

Page 32: ...e jack is in the travel position Hitch and coupler The towing vehicle and hitch have a rating equal to or greater than the GVWR of the machine See Technical Data The hitch of the towing vehicle and co...

Page 33: ...2 Complete the shut down procedures 3 Adjust the amount of fuel in the machine to approximately 70 capacity to avoid fuel spillage 4 Complete the Before Towing Checklist See topic Before Towing Check...

Page 34: ...ired to carry a commercial driver s license CDL Check your local and state licensing regulations before towing the generator Coupler maintenance A film of grease on the coupler will extend coupler lif...

Page 35: ...ine with a conventional tongue Procedure Perform the procedure below to raise the flip up tongue to the storage position 1 Remove the pin behind the tongue jack a 2 Rotate the tongue into the storage...

Page 36: ...damage If there is visible damage do not operate the machine Contact your Wacker Neuson dealer immediately for assistance 3 Take inventory of all items included with the machine and verify that all lo...

Page 37: ...ccess doors panels may be accessed the area to be illuminated is at or below the level of the lights there is room around the machine for the outriggers to be extended DANGER Asphyxiation hazard Exhau...

Page 38: ...trical inspector or local agency having jurisdiction over electrical compliance If the Light Tower is used at a construction site there may be additional regulations which must be observed Internal gr...

Page 39: ...se the outriggers Pull both outriggers d out until you feel the lock pin snap into place 5 Pull the locking pins on the outrigger jacks e Rotate the jacks down 180 Reinsert the pins once the jacks are...

Page 40: ...level and the top of the tank 3 Re install the fuel cap Result The procedure to refuel the machine is now complete WARNING Fire hazard Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable Burning fuel can cau...

Page 41: ...opic Rotating the Lights Requirements Before adjusting the lights make sure that the following conditions have been met Machine is stopped Tower is completely lowered Lights are cool to the touch Aimi...

Page 42: ...acket nut c to allow movement of the fixture NOTICE Do not loosen the nut b Damage to the light fixture may occur 2 If loosened tighten the bracket nut c when the light is aimed properly Note The brac...

Page 43: ...tower is lowered Procedure Perform the procedure below to rotate the light bar 1 Loosen out the locking knob a 2 Rotate the light bar to the desired position 3 Tighten the locking pin a Note Before t...

Page 44: ...NING Electric shock hazard Do not use the Light Tower if insulation on any of the electrical cords is cut or worn through Bare wires in contact with the metal frame of the trailer or tower can cause e...

Page 45: ...uminate to the left to the right or to the rear the light bar should be rotated when the tower is fully lowered See topic Manually Rotating the Light Bar Raising the tower 1 Check the operation of the...

Page 46: ...ion until the tower is lowered completely This procedure continues on the next page WARNING Tipping falling hazards Certain actions may cause the tower to fall or the machine to tip over Do not raise...

Page 47: ...sen the locking knob b and rotate the tower so the light bar and winch are facing toward the trailer tongue See topic Manually Rotating the Light Bar 3 If the lights have been aimed vertically or hori...

Page 48: ...chine if insulation on any of the electrical cords is cut or worn through Bare wires in contact with the metal frame of the trailer or tower can cause electrocution Repair or replace the cord before u...

Page 49: ...f you wish to position the light bar so the lights illuminate to the left to the right or to the rear the light bar should be rotated when the tower is fully lowered See topic Manually Rotating the Li...

Page 50: ...otary switch b in the down position cable out direction until the tower is completely lowered This procedure continues on the next page WARNING Tipping falling hazards Certain actions may cause the to...

Page 51: ...sen the locking knob a and rotate the tower so the light bar and winch are facing toward the trailer tongue See topic Manually Rotating the Light Bar 3 If the lights have been aimed vertically or hori...

Page 52: ...the altitude and ambient temperature Derating should not affect the operation of the floodlights although it will reduce the available reserve power to the receptacle Derating percentages Power rating...

Page 53: ...tch optional for 6K b 33A GFI circuit breaker 8K 25A GFI circuit breaker 6K j Control panel light c 30A lights circuit breaker k 30A receptacle breaker standard for 8K d Tower winch rotary switch opti...

Page 54: ...e shut down indicator o Air filter restriction indicator d High coolant temperature shut down indicator p Auxiliary lights not used e Alternator indicator q Key switch f Auxiliary lights not used r Ho...

Page 55: ...oller display j Start button c 25A main circuit breaker 6K 33A main circuit breaker 8K k Hour meter d 20A GFI circuit breaker m Control panel light e 30A lights circuit breaker n 30A receptacle breake...

Page 56: ...ys the AC output voltage being produced by the generator Volts V Displays the AC output voltage being produced by the generator Hertz Hz Displays output frequency This gauge should read approximately...

Page 57: ...lays the available voltage of the battery Displays the maintenance interval as well as the time remaining until maintenance is required Each parameter is displayed on a separate screen Oil change Air...

Page 58: ...cy b Generator under frequency c Time to maintenance oil d Time to maintenance air filter e Time to maintenance fuel filter During a warning alarm condition the LCD panel displays the type of warning...

Page 59: ...e Normal Warning Shutdown To Reset Overspeed 60 Hz 63 Hz 66 Hz Press Stop Underspeed 60 Hz 57 Hz 55 Hz Press Stop Overcrank After 3 attempts Press Stop Time to maintain Oil Air Fuel 750 hours 0 hours...

Page 60: ...een The maintenance timers are preset as follows Oil change interval 750 hours Air filter change interval 250 hours Fuel filter change interval 500 hours Procedure After the required maintenance has b...

Page 61: ...cracks in the insulation Close and secure access covers before starting the machine Check the engine Check fuel engine oil and coolant levels Add fluids if necessary Verify that the air filter elemen...

Page 62: ...nterclockwise to the HEAT position The glow plug indicator f will illuminate The glow plug indicator will turn off when the engine is preheated NOTICE Cranking the engine longer than 20 seconds could...

Page 63: ...p time of 5 15 minutes before they reach full brightness After turning the lights off a cool down time of 10 minutes is necessary before they can be turned on again Stopping the machine NOTICE Turn of...

Page 64: ...e Perform the procedure below to start the machine 1 Rotate the starting key e one click to the right The glow plug indicator f will illuminate The glow plug indicator will turn off when the engine is...

Page 65: ...time of 5 15 minutes before they reach full brightness After turning the lights off a cool down time of 10 minutes is necessary before they can be turned on again NOTICE Turn off the lights before sto...

Page 66: ...izes the starter motor 2 The engine will crank for 10 seconds and then rest for 10 seconds If the engine does not start immediately the cycle will repeat three 3 times 3 If the engine does not start a...

Page 67: ...5 15 minutes before they reach full brightness After turning the lights off a cool down time of 10 minutes is necessary before they can be turned on again Stopping the machine NOTICE Turn off the ligh...

Page 68: ...guration mode allows the operator to fully configure the module through its display without the use of the computer software Use the controller s buttons to navigate through the menu and change the pa...

Page 69: ...crements of 1 The table below lists the parameters needed to configure a schedule 9 To select a parameter to edit press Auto The parameter value flashes 10 Press Stop or Start to adjust the value to t...

Page 70: ...working on the positive terminal 915 Scheduler 3 Duration 0 00 00 916 Scheduler 4 Start Time 0 00 00 917 Scheduler 4 Start Day 0 1 Monday 918 Scheduler 4 Start Week 1 2 3 4 919 Scheduler 4 Duration 0...

Page 71: ...vironmental regulations CAUTION Electrical arcing can cause severe personal injury Do not allow positive and negative cable ends to touch Procedure Perform the procedure below to jump start the batter...

Page 72: ...h and wait 10 seconds before operating the starter again If the engine still fails to start see Troubleshooting 9 Immediately after the stalled engine starts disconnect the negative cable clamp first...

Page 73: ...ne 3 Lower the tower 4 Allow the machine to cool before opening the cabinet 5 Contact the rental yard or machine owner for further instructions WARNING Personal injury hazard Raising or lowering the t...

Page 74: ...ubber sheathed flexible cable or equivalent per 1EC245 4 When using extension cords or mobile distribution networks the total length of cords should not exceed the values below 16 gauge 60 m 197 ft 13...

Page 75: ...on Corporation The illustrations shown in this chapter represent typical installations The factory installed options on your machine may look different 6 1 Cold Weather Package The cold weather packag...

Page 76: ...y Plug the cord into a 120V power supply 6 4 Oil Pan Heater Cold thick engine oil does not flow freely and may cause engine starting difficulties A Kohler a or Kubota b oil pan heater installed on the...

Page 77: ...urs when combustible intake air is drawn into the engine Turning the key to off alone will not stop a runaway engine Some models include a positive air shutoff valve Activating the positive air shutof...

Page 78: ...en the circuit breakers set to the OFF position Close the emergency stop switch push in Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery Attach a DO NOT START sign to the control panel If the unit is c...

Page 79: ...ormed by the operator Tasks designated with square bullet points require special training and equipment 1Every 600 hours or 12 months Daily before starting Every 250 hours or 3 months Every 500 hours...

Page 80: ...verview Inspect the machine before each use A thorough inspection will help to identify mechanical faults or potentially unsafe operating conditions Correct these problems before operating the machine...

Page 81: ...inflated to the proper pressure as shown on the tire sidewall Check tire tread periodically for wear Replace the tires as required Wheels Check that the lug nuts holding the wheels are tight Replace...

Page 82: ...1 Place all electrical switches in the OFF position 2 Connect the red positive battery cable to the battery 3 Connect the black negative battery cable to the battery To disconnect the battery 1 Stop t...

Page 83: ...al injury hazard Ultraviolet radiation from the lamps can cause serious skin and eye irritation Use only undamaged lamps Use the lamps only with undamaged original equipment lenses and fixtures WARNIN...

Page 84: ...the lens c with the gasket d attached 3 Remove the hardware securing one side of the lamp stabilizer e Once removed swing the lamp stabilizer to the side and unscrew the lamp f Installing the lamp 1...

Page 85: ...After completing the procedures listed above fill the fuel tank completely and add a high quality stabilizer to the fuel Choose a stabilizer that includes cleaning agents and additives designed to co...

Page 86: ...ocal safety and environmental regulations pertaining to the disposal of construction equipment Preparation Perform the following tasks to prepare the machine for disposal Move the machine to a protect...

Page 87: ...assification Oil used in the engine should have API classification and Proper SAE Engine Oil according to the ambient Above 25 C 77 F SAE30 SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 EGR Exhaust Gas Re circulation SAE10W 30...

Page 88: ...00 hours Check of intake air line Replacement of oil filter cartridge oil pan depth 90 mm 3 54 in Every 500 hours Cleaning of water separator Replacement of oil filter cartridge oil pan depth 124 mm 4...

Page 89: ...in a year check its electrolyte yearly for refillable battery s only The items listed above marked are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U S EPA Changing interval of engi...

Page 90: ...achine Use an engine oil of appropriate viscosity based on the expected outside air temperature See the table below WARNING Most used liquids from this machine such as oil gasoline grease etc contain...

Page 91: ...se Semi Sintetica Base Semi Synth tique Halbsynthetische Basis Base Semi Sintetica Base Semi Sint tica Synthetic Base Base Sintetica Base Synth tique Synthetische Basis Base Sintetica Base Sint tica F...

Page 92: ...o Filtre Air Panneau Sec Remote Air Filter Dry Type Filtro Aria a Distanza a Secco Filtre Air Distance Sec Combust veis Fan Alternator Belt Tension Tensione Cinghia Ventola Alternatore Tension Courroi...

Page 93: ...nce Registro Gioco Valvole R glage Jeu Soupapes Einstallen des Ventilspiels Ajuste da Tolar ncia Registro Juego de V lvulas Apuramento v lvula Injector Cleaning and Adjustment Taratura e Pulizia Iniet...

Page 94: ...sse Filtrante de Filtre Air Panneau 10 250 300 500 1000 5000 10000 If you are using oil of a quality lower than the prescribed one then you will have to replace it every 125 hours for the standard sum...

Page 95: ...uel lines Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter Fuel circuit failure Check fuel lines No generator output Main circuit breaker open Close main circuit breaker Voltage regulator malfunction Call Wack...

Page 96: ...er Circuit breaker loose or faulty Repair or replace the circuit breaker Generator output incorrect Check incoming voltage to ballast Incoming voltage should be 120V 5V If voltage is incorrect engine...

Page 97: ...cylinder 4 cycle liquid cooled diesel Max rated power rated speed kW hp 9 8 13 1 1800 rpm 11 5 15 4 1800 rpm Operating speed no load rpm 1800 Alternator V A W 12 30 360 Battery V Ah ccA 12 650 Air cle...

Page 98: ...cooled diesel Max power rating rated speed kW hp 8 0 10 7 1800 rpm Operating speed no load rpm 1800 Alternator V A W 12 45 540 Battery V Ah ccA 12 650 Air cleaner type Dry type element Fuel type No 2...

Page 99: ...or Machine LTV6 LTV8 Frequency Hz 60 Continuous output kW 6 0 8 0 Output volts phase 120 240 1 6K 120 1 6L 120 240 1 Amps A 50 25 66 33 Excitation type Capacitor Brushless Power factor 1 0 Voltage reg...

Page 100: ...Output kW 6 6 8 AC Voltage V 120 240 120 120 240 with twist lock option 120 240 Amperage A 50 25 50 25 66 33 Frequency Hz 60 60 60 Power factor 1 1 1 Lamp type Metal halide Metal halide Metal halide...

Page 101: ...n Machinery The lamps provided with this machine are electric discharge lamps They are designed for use with metal halide ballasts only and require time to reach full brightness on initial startup and...

Page 102: ...ssions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under certain conditions they react...

Page 103: ...nce is performed The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of the engine equipment emission controls systems If such a replacement part is used in...

Page 104: ...ligible service being performed Any non authorized replacement part or malfunction of authorized parts due to use of non authorized parts Owner s Warranty Responsibility The engine equipment owner is...

Page 105: ...ed more than 100 miles from an authorized dealer service center excluding the states with high altitude areas as identified in 40 CFR Part 1068 Appendix III Wacker Neuson will pay for pre approved shi...

Page 106: ...ssions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under certain conditions they react...

Page 107: ...FM10 fm 107 Emissions Control Systems Information and Warranty 13 2 Limited Defect Warranty for Exhaust Emission Control System See the supplied engine owner s manual for the applicable emission warra...

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