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KNIGHT

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Troubleshooting 

Problem 

Possible Cause 

Solution 

Unit will not extend 

No power to the unit 

Check power input 
connections. 

 

Incorrect installation 

Refer to installation 
instructions. 

Upper stage will not 
rotate 

Lower stage not raised above 
safety limit (16” above base) 

Raise lower stage higher. 

 

Rotation motor failure. 

Consult with factory. 

Lights will not illuminate. 

Lower stage not raised above 
safety limit (16” above base) 

Raise lower stage higher. 

 

Circuit breaker tripped. 

Check circuit breaker at power 
supply. 

 

No power to the unit. 

Check power supply 
operation/output. 

 

Lamp filament broken. 

Replace lamp. 

Rotation coasts after 
switch is released 

Rotation belt is loose. 

Adjust belt to provide no more 
than ¼” slack 

Unit will not nest 

Upper stage not centered. 

Raise lower stage higher than 
16”. Center upper stage (green 
light illuminated) 

 

Unit being operated on a slope 
>15°. 

Lower lamp tree to horizontal. 
Using a pike pole, hold unit 
level while lowering to nest 
position. 

Autopark button must be 
held in to park unit 

Faulty or stuck nest switch. 

Check nest switch ground and 
operation. Rubber boot may 
have shrunk and is holding in 
switch. 

 

Water in electronics. 

Remove moisture from ground 
points and electronics. Do not 
use a pressure washer to clean 
unit. 

Upper Actuator & 
Rotation start at the same 
time 

Down limit switch stuck or 
damaged. 

Aluminum plunger which 
activates down limit switch 
should move freely. Verify 
proper switch operation. 

Wires on back light 
catching 

Check for 90 degree sealing 
connector on lamp tree.  

Contact factory for 
replacement part. 

No lights or rotation 

Check safety limit sensor, bad, 
etc. 

Contact factory for 
replacement part. 

Autopark is off Center 

Center switch out of 
alignment. 

Refer to instructions on page 
17. 

Popping noise during 
Back Light Rotation 

Switch boots stuck, faulty 
rotation relay. 

Replace switch boots. Contact 
factory for replacements parts. 

Summary of Contents for K.L450A

Page 1: ...K n i g h t S e r i e s...

Page 2: ...satile flood lighting package available We take great pride in the quality of our work and hope that you will find many years of satisfaction from the use of this equipment Should you have any problem...

Page 3: ...USER GUIDE 3...

Page 4: ...quired 11 Installation Notes 11 Location Requirements 12 Mounting 13 Holster Mounting 13 Electrical Wiring 14 120 VAC 14 240 VAC 14 220 VAC European 15 Holster Wiring 15 Warning Device Installation 16...

Page 5: ...pped in good working order and condition We therefore extend to the original purchasers the following Limited Warranty for the period of five years from the original date of purchase 1 This warranty d...

Page 6: ...onents come with their own manufacturer warranty Contact us and we can help get it Breakage or Damage During Shipment The transportation company is fully responsible for all shipping damage and will r...

Page 7: ...ht position while people are located within its operating envelope There are numerous pinch points that can cause serious bodily injury X Do not use a high pressure washer or subject the light to high...

Page 8: ...options available for the KNIGHT2 The emergency vehicle provides power for the 12 VDC elevated warning device circuitry The umbilical corded control unit is powered via 12 VDC eliminating hazardous v...

Page 9: ...ride system that precludes rotation of the upper stage until the lower stage has elevated approximately 16 from the nested position When the lower stage is below 16 the following conditions exist Uppe...

Page 10: ...etracting 5 After lower stage has fully retracted upper stage begins retracting Upon upper stage retracting fully Emergency Stop light turns off Installation The KNIGHT2 must be installed by a designa...

Page 11: ...older less wire connector crimp tool Silicone based gasket sealer RTV recommended Installation Notes The KNIGHT2 weighs approximately 150 pounds Use mechanical assistance to lift the light into instal...

Page 12: ...elope of a typical light tower Make certain sufficient clearances are incorporated in your installation to allow for variations vehicle body flex environmental conditions future servicing needs etc If...

Page 13: ...pacers Before placing the full weight of the unit on the spacers align spacers with the holes in the end frame castings Drill 21 64 holes in the mounting surface using the end casting holes as a templ...

Page 14: ...box or generator to the KNIGHT2 A 40 Amp breaker is recommended on standard AC models Make the control connections in the KNIGHT2 relay box The standard model KL450 series KNIGHT2 comes pre wired to...

Page 15: ...levated warning device will be used in conjunction with the light tower If a warning device will be used use the wiring diagram on the next page otherwise use the wiring diagram in the back of the use...

Page 16: ...ematic will be used for V Mux or any other multiplex system if it is only being used for elevated warning A V Mux wiring schematic and circuit board troubleshooting guide are included Detaching Attach...

Page 17: ...mid plate 2 Verify that the centering cam attached to the spindle is activating the center switch 3 Loosen the single screw holding the pointed centering cam in place 4 Slide the centering cam so its...

Page 18: ...manual rotation causes the rotation belt to slip this is alright if minimized Excessive slippage on the belt may cause enough damage for the need of belt replacement Retract the lower stage Slowly ap...

Page 19: ...ecting blocks located near the bottom bank of lights The actuator wires are Green Black and Green White Using a small flat blade screw driver remove the 4 e clips securing the lower pin of the upper a...

Page 20: ...nit being operated on a slope 15 Lower lamp tree to horizontal Using a pike pole hold unit level while lowering to nest position Autopark button must be held in to park unit Faulty or stuck nest switc...

Page 21: ...USER GUIDE 21...

Page 22: ...tor Requirement 350 Watt 120 VAC 18 amps 2 5 kW minimum 500 Watt 120 VAC 25 amps 3 kW minimum 750 Watt 120 VAC 38 amps 4 5 kW minimum Lift actuators and rotation motor will cause higher current draw d...

Page 23: ...USER GUIDE 23 Specifications...

Page 24: ...KNIGHT2 24 Parts Lists Exploded Views...

Page 25: ...USER GUIDE 25 Exploded View Lower Stage...

Page 26: ...KNIGHT2 26...

Page 27: ...USER GUIDE 27 Exploded View Midplate...

Page 28: ...KNIGHT2 28...

Page 29: ...USER GUIDE 29 Exploded View Lamp Tree...

Page 30: ...KNIGHT2 30...

Page 31: ...USER GUIDE 31 Wiring Schematics...

Page 32: ...KNIGHT2 32 Holster Box...

Page 33: ...USER GUIDE 33...

Page 34: ...KNIGHT2 34...

Page 35: ...USER GUIDE 35 Midplate...

Page 36: ...KNIGHT2 36 Lamp Tree Standard...

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