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Owner’s Manual for G4-ECO Light Tower

21

Operation

Section 3: Operation

Operation Configuration

(000145)

DANGER

Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident, 
immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive 
implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply 
first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will 
result in death or serious injury.

(000152)

DANGER

Electrocution. Verify electrical system is
properly grounded before applying power.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious
injury.

(000104)

DANGER

Electrocution. Water contact with a power 
source, if not avoided, will result in death 
or serious injury.

(000353)

DANGER

Asphyxiation. Do not connect any engine-powered 
equipment or fired air heaters to theconvenience 
receptacle(s), even with properventilation. Carbon 
monoxide, if not avoided, will result in death or 
serious injury.

NOTE: 

For grounding requirements, follow local, state, 

oil and gas or petrochemical plant grounding, MSHA, 
OSHA, CSA, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, ABS Marine and 
Maritime guidelines as applicable. See 

Component 

Locations

 for grounding stud location.

Before setting up the light tower determine if the unit will
require utility input power or will export power to 
additional light towers.

•

If utility power will be used connect a 120/240 
VAC-20A power supply with an L14-20P

 

connection to the control panel shore power input.

•

If export power is required for an additional light 
tower, connect a connect a 120/240VAC-20A

 

power supply with a L14-20P connection to the

 

control panel shore power output.

NOTE: 

Shore power cords are not included with this unit 

and must be supplied by the end user. See 

Table 3

 for 

recommended cable size and length.

Table 3 - Recommended Shore Power Cable Size and 

Length

Maximum Distance - G4-ECO to PLT240

CONFIG L5-20R to L520P/5-15P

Maximum Distance 

One Unit LINK/CTF

Cable 

Size

Extension Cord

300 ft (91.4 m)

10/3

L5-20P – L5-20R

L5-20P – 5-15R

200 ft (61 m)

12/3

L5-20P – L5-20R

L5-20P – 5-15R

G4-ECO 1 to G4-ECO 2

CONFIG   L14-20R to L14-20P 

Maximum Distance 

Cable 

Size

Extension Cord

500 ft (152.4 m)

10/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

300 ft (91.4 m)

12/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

Utility Power to G4-ECO 1

CONFIG   L14-20R to L14-20P 

Maximum Distance 

Cable 

Size

Extension Cord

150 ft (45.7 m)

10/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

100 ft (30.5 m)

12/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

G4-ECO 1 to G4-ECO 2

CONFIG   L14-20R to L14-20P 

Maximum Distance

Cable 

Size

Extension Cord

150 ft (45.7 m)

10/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

100 ft (30.5 m)

12/3

L14-20P --- L14-20R

Summary of Contents for G4-ECO

Page 1: ... REFERENCE Register your Generac product at WWW GENERAC COM 1 888 GENERAC 1 888 436 3722 Owner s Manual For G4 ECO Light Tower 010827 For technical assistance contact www generacmobileproducts com Technical Support 1 800 926 9768 ...

Page 2: ...the operator s responsibility to perform all safety checks to verify that all maintenance for safe operation is performed promptly and to have the equipment checked periodically by an ASD Normal maintenance service and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the owner operator and as such are not considered defects in materials or workmanship within the terms of the warranty Individual oper...

Page 3: ... Information Specifications 13 Serial Number Locations 14 Unit Dimensions 14 Component Locations 15 Control Panel 16 Controller 17 Controller Features and Functions 17 Accessing the Operator Menu 18 Navigating Within the Operator Menu 18 Setting Light Sensor 18 Setting the Timer 19 Setting the Clock 19 Resetting Maintenance Alarms 19 Fuel Recommendations 20 Engine Oil Recommendations 20 Coolant Re...

Page 4: ... Schedule 29 Basic Maintenance Schedule Mitsubishi Engine 30 Changing Engine Oil 31 Winch Maintenance 31 Prior to Each Use 31 Maintenance 31 Winch Mechanical Brake 31 Trailer Wheel Bearing Lubrication 32 Hub Removal 32 Bearing Lubrication 32 Hub Replacement 32 Jack Maintenance 32 Section 5 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting 33 Section 6 Wiring Diagrams AC Schematic 35 GTL04 Controller 36 DC S...

Page 5: ...nit requires servicing or repairs contact a Generac Mobile Products Authorized Service Dealer GMP ASD for assistance Service technicians are factory trained and are capable of handling all service needs For assistance locating a dealer visit www generacmobileproducts com parts service find service When contacting a GMP ASD about parts and service always supply the complete model number and serial ...

Page 6: ...f damage or corrosion Doing so could result in death serious injury or property damage 000433 WARNING Personal Injury Do not use lifting eye other than as directed Doing so could result in death serious injury or property damage 000434 DANGER Asphyxiation Do not operate unit without a properly functioning exhaust system Doing so will result in death or serious injury 000340 Electrical Hazards 0001...

Page 7: ...mation on battery recycling visit the Battery Council International website at http batterycouncil org Fuel Hazards 000192 DANGER Explosion and fire Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive No leakage of fuel is permitted Keep fire and spark away Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury 000174 DANGER Risk of fire Allow fuel spills to completely dry before starting engin...

Page 8: ...ngine down if any of the following conditions exist during operation Noticeable change in engine speed Loss of electrical output Equipment connected to the unit overheats Sparking occurs Engine misfires or there is excessive engine generator vibration Protective covers are loose or missing Ambient air temperature is above 113 F 45 C Operating Safety Positioning the Unit 000260a High Voltage Verify...

Page 9: ...before servicing to prevent accidental engine rotation Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury 000187 WARNING Electrocution Potentially lethal voltages are generated by this equipment Render the equipment safe before attempting repairs or maintenance Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury 000419 CAUTION Personal injury Wear appropriate personal protective equipme...

Page 10: ... s gross vehicle weight rating GVWR DO NOT tow trailer using defective parts Inspect the hitch and coupling for wear or damage Before towing the trailer verify that the weight of the trailer is equal across all tires On trailers with adjustable height hitches adjust the angle of the trailer tongue to keep the trailer as level as possible Running Lights Verify directional and brake lights on the tr...

Page 11: ...hen the engine is hot 3 Alignment arrow for mast position before transport 17 Forklift 4 Tie down point 18 Warning Danger of electrical discharge consult the manual do not clean lubricate or service while unit is in motion do not use water to extinguish fire use only extinguishers 5 High temperature exhaust fumes KEEP AWAY 19 Danger possible spillage of corrosive substances 6 Do not lift the mast ...

Page 12: ...3 4 5 1 10 9 8 010828 2 Introduction and Safety 8 Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower Figure 1 1 Decal Locations 1 of 5 ...

Page 13: ...16 17 17 11 12 14 15 010829 4 Introduction and Safety Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower 9 Figure 1 2 Decal Locations 2 of 5 ...

Page 14: ...5 20 14 6 010830 18 19 14 17 13 21 4 Introduction and Safety 10 Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower Figure 1 3 Decal Locations 3 of 5 ...

Page 15: ...7 22 23 25 26 24 010831 Introduction and Safety Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower 11 Figure 1 4 Decal Locations 4 of 5 ...

Page 16: ...27 010832 Introduction and Safety 12 Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower Figure 1 5 Decal Locations 5 of 5 ...

Page 17: ...uel Consumption Full Power gph Lph 43 1 64 Fuel Consumption Lights Only gph Lph 26 98 Fuel Tank Capacity gal L 52 8 200 Usable Fuel Volume gal L 48 3 183 Liquid Containment 110 Yes Battery Voltage volts 12 Lighting Tower Maximum Height ft m 25 67 7 8 Raising Manual Sections 5 Rotation Section degrees 340 Maximum Wind Stability mph km h 50 80 Dry Weight lbs kg 1588 720 Operational Weight lbs kg 195...

Page 18: ...e tags so it is available if the tags are lost or damaged When ordering parts or requesting assistance you may be asked to provide this information B A Figure 2 1 Serial Number Locations Unit Dimensions A B C E D Figure 2 2 A B C D E G4 ECO Unit Dimensions Specifications are subject to change without notice 118 7 in 3 02 m 103 3 in 2 62 m 25 67 ft 7 82 m 49 5 in 1 26 m 86 3 in 2 19 m ...

Page 19: ...835 L C E B K D G H I G J N M M A F Figure 2 3 Component Locations A LED lights H Winch B Grounding stud I Engine access C Outrigger and jack J Rear jack D Tongue jack K Central lift point E Radiator cap L Fuel fill F Engine access M Forklift pockets G Tie down location N Control panel ...

Page 20: ...nel Components and Functions A Utility OFF Generator selector F 15 A MCB circuit breaker for main control B 10 A DC fuse G Convenience receptacle L14 20R C 2 A AC fuses H 120 240VAC 20A shore power input D GTL04 control panel I 120VAC 15A GFCI convenience receptacle 5 15R E LED lamps circuit breakers J Emergency stop button ...

Page 21: ...g Automatic mode Start Stop button A is disabled C LCD Display D Lamp Status Indicates status of lamps 1 4 The LED blinks during the lamp ON OFF procedure The LED is lit when the lamp is ON E Lamp 1 On Off Switches On Off lamp 1 In addition this button accesses the Operator menu F Lamp 2 On Off Switches ON OFF lamp 2 G Lamp 3 On Off Switches ON OFF lamp 3 H Lamp 4 On Off Switches ON OFF lamp 4 In ...

Page 22: ... Manual Auto button to adjust the setting 6 Press Lamp 2 On Off to confirm the setting 7 Use Lamp 1 On Off to return to the previous menu Setting Light Sensor This preset automatically turns the unit ON or OFF based on ambient lighting When ambient lighting drops below a user programmable lux threshold a delay timer starts The delay timer is expressed in seconds and prevents the unit from switchin...

Page 23: ...ator menu 2 Access the Clock menu 3 Access the desired Program 4 Within the Clock menu adjust the following Set Hours to the current time Set Minutes to the current time Set Day to the current day Set Month to the current month Set Year to the last two digits of the current year 5 Exit the Clock and Operator menus Resetting Maintenance Alarms When a maintenance fault occurs a maintenance alarm ico...

Page 24: ...t warranty the engine oil should be serviced in accordance with the recommendations of this manual Refer to Basic Maintenance Schedule SAE 30W SAE 40W SAE 10W SAE 15W 40 SAE 0W 20 Synthetic below 0 F 18 C 000135 Engine damage Verify proper type and quantity of engine oil prior to starting engine Failure to do so could result in engine damage CAUTION Coolant Recommendation Risk of overheating Do no...

Page 25: ...ine if the unit will require utility input power or will export power to additional light towers If utility power will be used connect a 120 240 VAC 20A power supply with an L14 20P connection to the control panel shore power input If export power is required for an additional light tower connect a connect a 120 240VAC 20A power supply with a L14 20P connection to the control panel shore power out...

Page 26: ...ine oil level before starting or more than 5 minutes after stopping the engine 1 See Figure 3 2 Remove oil dipstick A and wipe dipstick clean 2 Insert dipstick into filler neck Remove dipstick and verify oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks 3 Add engine oil through oil fill B as necessary See Engine Oil Recommendations NOTE Verify oil level often during filling process to ensure overfilling ...

Page 27: ...Block the wheels to prohibit movement This will make it easier to level the unit 4 See Figure 3 4 Pull locking pin A on tongue jack B and rotate the jack 90 Install the locking pin 5 Rotate jack handle C clockwise to raise the trailer tongue off the towing vehicle 006035 010859 A B C Figure 3 4 Adjusting Tongue Jack 6 See Figure 3 5 Pull locking pin D on each outrigger F and pull each outrigger ou...

Page 28: ...attery disconnect switch ON if equipped Inspect engine fan belt tension and condition Inspect engine fan belt guard Inspect engine exhaust system for loose or rusted components Verify all covers are in place and secure Raising the Mast WARNING 000266 Tipping hazard Extend the outriggers and level the unit before raising the mast Keep the outriggers extended while the mast is up Failure to do so co...

Page 29: ...efore the light tower can be used The controller indicates the light tower is ready for use when the engine icon stops blinking and turns solid 5 Use the controller Lamps 1 4 On Off buttons to switch the desired lamps ON NOTE The lamps do not turn ON simultaneously There is a delay between lights The status LED above the lamp switch will blink during this delay and stop blinking when the lamp swit...

Page 30: ...E The lamps do not turn OFF simultaneously There is a delay between lights The status LED above the lamp switch will blink during this delay and stop blinking when the lamp switches OFF 3 Press the controller Start Stop button to stop the engine 4 The engine icon will blink during shutdown and turn solid when the shutdown procedure is complete 5 Lower the mast 6 Turn all breakers OFF 7 Turn Utilit...

Page 31: ...g nuts in sequence Maximum recommended speed for highway towing is 45 mph 72 km h Recommended off road towing speed is not to exceed 10 mph 16 km h or less depending on the terrain Lifting the Unit NOTE Always remain aware of people and objects around the unit while preparing maneuvering and lifting the unit Prior to lifting the lifting the unit Verify the equipment being used to lift the unit is ...

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Page 33: ...y 4 Attach a Do Not Start sign to the control panel to signify that the unit is being serviced and reduce the chance of unwanted operation Cleaning the Unit CAUTION Equipment damage Never spray water to clean unit Do not introduce water into generator widings terminals or fuel system during the cleaning process Doing so will result in equipment damage 000325a Always clean the unit after each use t...

Page 34: ...c Maintenance Schedule Mitsubishi Engine Generac Mobile recommends oil change intervals on the MLTS equipped with the Mitsubishi L2E Tier 4 engine be extended to 1 000 hours after initial break in The engine comes from the factory with a larger sump that holds 5 5 qts 5 2 L of engine oil After the initial 50 hour break in and oil change the sump coupled with the larger oil filter allows the engine...

Page 35: ...ness and torque if necessary Gears ratchet pivot point and shaft bushings must be kept lubricated with a thin film of oil or grease Verify the cable and cable attachments are not damaged Contact Generac Mobile to order a replacement cable if necessary The ratchet MUST make a loud clicking sound while winding the cable NOTE When lowering the lights no clicking will be heard because the brake system...

Page 36: ...alm of your hand 2 Press a section of the widest end of the bearing into the outer edge of the grease pile forcing grease into the interior of the bearing 3 Repeat this while rotating the bearing from roller to roller 4 Continue this process until the entire bearing is completely filled with grease 5 Before reinstalling apply a light coat of grease onto the bearing cap Hub Replacement 1 Place hub ...

Page 37: ...ed to a GMP ASD Problem Possible Cause Solution Unit cranks but will not start Low fuel level Verify fuel level in tank Restricted air filter Inspect air filter for blockage Fuel flow obstructed Inspect fuel supply hose from tank to fuel filter for cracks and abrasion Inspect for gelled fuel in fuel system in cold weather especially at fuel filter Check fuel pump operation Air in fuel system Purge...

Page 38: ...hecking inside the control box Loose lighting connections Inspect the connections inside the control box Loose mast cable connector Verify outside connector is connected properly to inside control box Generator output incorrect Check the incoming voltage to the ballast driver by checking the available voltage on the GFCI receptacle Incoming voltage should be 120V 5V If voltage is incorrect the gen...

Page 39: ...Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower 35 Section 6 Wiring Diagrams AC Schematic ...

Page 40: ...36 Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower Wiring Diagrams GTL04 Controller ...

Page 41: ...Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower 37 Wiring Diagrams DC Schematic ...

Page 42: ...38 Owner s Manual for G4 ECO Light Tower Wiring Diagrams LED Light Wiring ...

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Page 44: ...ights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written consent from Generac Mobile Products LLC Generac Mobile Products LLC 215 Power Drive Berlin WI 54923 GeneracMobileProducts com 800 926 9768 920 361 4442 ...

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