Generac Power Systems MAGNUM MLT5060K, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
28 Owner’s Manual for MLT Light Tower
* Change the engine oil and oil filter after the initial 50 hours of operation, then at the appropriate interval thereafter.
** Replace the air cleaner element yearly, or after six cleanings, whichever occurs first.
Winch Use, Operation and
Maintenance
Prior to Use
•
Inspect rope or cable and replace if damaged.
•
Check mounting hardware for proper tightness and
re-torque if necessary.
•
Gears, ratchet pivot point and shaft bushings must
be kept lubricated with a thin film of oil or grease.
Operation
Raising the Lights:
1.
The cable must be securely fastened to the winch
drum.
2.
Verify the cable and cable attachments are not
damaged. Verify there is adequate safety factor of
at least three times the maximum load for all
components used. Contact Generac Mobile
Products to order a replacement cable if
necessary.
3.
Referring to the “Cable In / Cable Out” decal on the
winch, turn handle according to the specified
direction to lift. The ratchet MUST make a loud
clicking sound while winding the cable.
Lowering the Lights:
Referring to the “Cable In / Cable Out” decal on the
winch, turn handle according to the specified direction to
lower. No clicking will be heard because the brake
system is activated.
Maintenance
The following procedures should be performed at least
annually:
1.
See Figure 4-2 .The gears and bushings of the winch
must be kept lubricated. Apply a thin film of grease
to the gear teeth (B), and oil the bushings as
needed (C).
2.
The ratchet pawl pivot point must be kept
lubricated with a thin oil.
NOTE: Do not get oil or grease on the friction discs (A).
Figure 4-2. Winch Maintenance
Optional Lower Radiator Hose
Heater Use and Maintenance
The following points should be followed when operating a
unit equipped with a lower radiator hose heater.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Improper use of the lower radiator
hose heater could result in serious personal injury.
• Verify that cooling system is full of a proper mixture
of water and engine coolant before each heater
use.
Replace Oil Filter Cartridge

*
Replace Fuel Filter Cartridge

Clean Water Separator 
Lubricate Leveling Jacks

Remove Sediment In Fuel Tank

Replace Fan Belt 
Replace Air Filter Element  **
Table 4-2. Basic Maintenance Guide (Kubota)
Item Daily
50
Hours
100
Hours
200
Hours
400
Hours
500
Hours
1
Year
A
B
C
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