Generac Mobile Products MLT6SK, Operating Manual

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Operation
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LOWERING THE MAST - MANUAL
1. Shut down the lights and engine, refer to “Shutting Down the Unit” on page 22 . Allow the lights to cool 10-15
minutes before lowering the mast.
2. If the unit is going to be moved, it is recommended that the mast is turned so the lights face the rear of the
unit. To rotate the mast:
a. Loosen the mast rotation knob.
b. Rotate the mast until the white arrows are aligned and the metal stop tabs are touching.
c. Tighten the mast rotation knob.
3. Use the winch handles to collapse the mast to its lowest position. Ensure the electrical cord does not get
caught in, or pinched by, the mast while it is being lowered.
CAUTION
STOP IMMEDIATELY if the mast hangs up or the winch cable begins to develop slack.
Excess slack in the cable could cause the mast to collapse, which could result in personal
injury or equipment damage. Contact an authorized service center.
LOWERING THE MAST - ELECTRIC WINCH OPTION
Electronically Lowering the Mast
1. Shut down the lights and engine, refer to “Shutting Down the Unit” on page 22 . Allow the lights to cool 10-15
minutes before lowering the mast.
2. If the unit is going to be moved, it is recommended that the mast is turned so the lights face the rear of the
unit. To rotate the mast:
a. Loosen the mast rotation knob.
b. Rotate the mast until the white arrows are aligned and the metal stop tabs are touching.
c. Tighten the mast rotation knob.
3. Press and hold the upper winch control switch downward to collapse the mast to its lowest position. Ensure
the electrical cord does not get caught in, or pinched by, the mast while it is being lowered.
Note: Some electric winch models are equipped with an anti-backlash safety limit switch. This switch will disconnect
power to the winch if excess cable slack is detected, preventing accidental lowering of the mast.
CAUTION
STOP IMMEDIATELY if the mast hangs up or the winch cable begins to develop slack.
Excess slack in the cable could cause the mast to collapse, which could result in personal
injury or equipment damage. Contact an authorized service center.
Note: If the generator is not operational, and the batteries do not have enough power to lower the mast, it may be
necessary to lower the mast manually.
Manually Lowering the Mast
Do not use this procedure unless it is absolutely necessary. Continuous use of this procedure
could damage the planetary gear brake of the winch. This procedure will not work if the
planetary gear brake is damaged.