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OPERATION MANUAL

THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.

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GLOBUG

MODEL GBX24S/GBX24B

LIGHT TOWER

Revision #0 (05/30/19)

Summary of Contents for GLOBUG GBX24B

Page 1: ...N MANUAL THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES To find the latest revision of this publication visit our website at www multiquip com GLOBUG MODEL GBX24S GBX24B LIGHT TOWER Revision 0...

Page 2: ...PAGE 2 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Diesel engine exhaust and some of...

Page 3: ...similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in in...

Page 4: ...nents GBX24S 20 21 Components GBX24B 22 23 Setup 24 26 Operation 27 28 Storage 29 Transporting 30 Maintenance 31 36 Troubleshooting 37 43 Safety Guidelines Trailers 44 57 Block Diagram 58 AC Wiring Di...

Page 5: ...essages specifically address the level of exposure to the operator and are preceded by one of four words DANGER WARNING CAUTION or NOTICE SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if...

Page 6: ...applications NOTICE This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualified personnel 18 years of age and older Whenever necessary replace nameplate operation and safety decals when they beco...

Page 7: ...ained technician for assistance NEVER pivot or retract mast while unit is operating NEVER use the light tower mast as a crane DO NOT lift anything with the mast ALWAYS lower the light tower when not i...

Page 8: ...ine governor Damage to the engine or equipment can result if operating in speed ranges above the maximum allowable NEVER tip the engine to extreme angles during lifting as it may cause oil to gravitat...

Page 9: ...orts the light tower and the towing vehicle are mechanically sound and in good operating condition ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are...

Page 10: ...ler height to a level position while parked NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting DO NOT lift equipment to unnecessary heights LIFTING BALE FRONT GBX REAR Lo...

Page 11: ...in electrocution NEVER operate GBX24S light tower in winds in excess of 45 MPH NEVER operate GBX24B light tower in winds in excess of 34 MPH GBX GBX Backfeed to a utility system can cause electrocuti...

Page 12: ...ry in a well ventilated environmenttoavoidtheriskofadangerousconcentration of combustible gasses If the battery liquid dilute sulfuric acid comes into contact with clothing or skin rinse skin or cloth...

Page 13: ...n Dia 600 mm x 2 Air Tire 23 6 in Dia 600 mm x 2 Air Tire Tire Inflation Pressure 50 psi 344 7 kPa 50 psi 344 7 kPa Outrigger Rear Sliding Type 2 Towbar 1 Rear Sliding Type 2 Towbar 1 Jack 4 4 Generat...

Page 14: ...GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 DIMENSIONS Table 3 GBX24S Dimensions Reference Letter Dimension in mm A 105 1 2 670 B 96 6 2 455 C 113 4 302 2 880 7 670 Figure 1 GBX24S Di...

Page 15: ...GHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 15 DIMENSIONS Table 4 GBX24B Dimensions Reference Letter Dimension in mm A 105 1 2 670 B 96 6 2 455 C 1113 4 325 5 2 880 8 270 Figure 2 GBX24B D...

Page 16: ...PAGE 16 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 Figure 3 GBX24B Footcandle Plot FOOTCANDLE PLOT...

Page 17: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 17 FOOTCANDLE PLOT Figure 4 GBX24S Footcandle Plot...

Page 18: ...s the application The four lamps are adjustable to infinite angles and direction for optimum lighting orientation The GBX24B is designed with a powerful 2400W LED balloonlamp TheLEDassemblyhasaservice...

Page 19: ...cuit of the engine heater 2 Glow Lamp Lights to indicate engine error 3 Ignition Key Switch Starts the engine 4 Actuator Switch When turned raises or lowers the lampstand 5 Lamp Breaker 25A circuit br...

Page 20: ...PAGE 20 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 COMPONENTS GBX24S Figure 6 GBX24S Components 1 6 2 3 4 5 7 9 8 13 14 15 16 18 19 17 10 11 12...

Page 21: ...ed in place during operation 10 Jackstand Twojackstandsandoutriggerassemblies are provided to properly secure the unit including on uneven surfaces and to withstand windy operating conditions 11 Tires...

Page 22: ...PAGE 22 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 COMPONENTS GBX24B Figure 7 GBX24B Components 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5...

Page 23: ...Balloon Stand Holds the balloon lighting system 4 Actuator Permits the adjustment of the lamp stand via the control panel 5 Balloon Bag This balloon is is made of a heat resistant weather resistant po...

Page 24: ...ight tower is open and clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions The tower extends in excess of 23 ft 7 meters Contact with overhead power lines or other obstructions could result in equipm...

Page 25: ...ION When tilting the lamp keep fingers clear of the pinch points to prevent injury NOTICE The generator does not need to be running in order to operate the actuator switch and the control panel light...

Page 26: ...er lines and other obstructions The tower extends in excess of 23 ft 7 meters Contact with overhead power lines or other obstructions could result in equipment damage serious injury or death CAUTION A...

Page 27: ...use 8 Before placing the light tower into actual operation let the engine run for 3 to 5 minutes Check for any abnormal sounds or smells that would be associated with a defective light tower 9 If any...

Page 28: ...ion key to the off position Store the key in a safe location EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN 4 Place the key switch in the STOP position Remove key Place fuel lever in the OFF position LOWERING THE MAST AND LAMPST...

Page 29: ...ndle counterclockwise until the mast is completely lowered BALLOON STORAGE 1 Unzip the cover pocket at the top of the balloon Take out the cover and fold the balloon with it Figure 23 Figure 23 Unzipp...

Page 30: ...front or rear Figure 25 Figure 25 Inserting Forklift Forks Front Rear REAR FRONT FORK LIFT POCKETS CAUTION Make sure that the generator is securely in place before transporting the light tower with t...

Page 31: ...X Replace Filter Cartridge initial and thereafter Replace Fuel Filter X Replace Air Cleaner and Fan Belt X low use every six months low use every year GENERAL INSPECTION When performing any maintenanc...

Page 32: ...PAGE 32 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 MAINTENANCE Figure 26 Lamp Mast Maintenance L2 L1 L1 L3 L5 L7 L6 L4 under bottom of cart WIRE ROPE EYE...

Page 33: ...ed or damaged Replace v L7 Polycarbonate Cover Dirty or Cracked Wipe off dirt or replace v Mast M1 Pulley Top of Winch Does not slide smoothly Apply grease l M2 Wire Rope Damaged rusty frayed Replace...

Page 34: ...Bolts Nuts and Pins Too loose or damaged Tighten correctly n B4 Actuator Not working properly Replace l B5 Error Indicator Not blinking 3 times initially Replace l B6 LED Lamp Lamp burned or damaged R...

Page 35: ...Axle Components Torsion spring not working properly Replace l T4 Cover Gas Spring Cover too heavy to be opened Repair as needed v T5 Lifting Eye Loose Tighten properly v T6 Tire Damaged Tire pressure...

Page 36: ...req Electrical E1 Lamp Cable Tangled or damaged Untangle or replace v E2 Dimming Board Does not display properly See Troubleshooting v E3 Switches and Meters Does not work properly See Troubleshooting...

Page 37: ...t voltage applied to battery Replace battery Battery works properly Replace ignition key switch or ECU All lighting units do not light Light switch is OFF Push the light switch on the control panel Br...

Page 38: ...d 2 appears Replace the lighting unit Lamp lights up but not so bright or only lights for a short time Error indicator flashes 4 or 5 or 6 times continuously Miswiring Correct the wiring Error indicat...

Page 39: ...ks properly Replace the ignition switch or ECU All lighting units are not lit up Light switch is OFF Push the light switch on the control panel Breaker is tripped Push the breaker on the control panel...

Page 40: ...ng Error indicator of the lighting unit flashes 4 or 5 or 6 times continuously Some LED chips are not lit up Replace the LED panel or the whole lighting unit Error indicator of the lighting unit flash...

Page 41: ...matter on the mast Remove foreign matter Is mast not greased sufficiently Apply grease Is wire terminal on the winch loose Tighten the wire terminal properly Damaged wire Replace Broken winch Repair...

Page 42: ...ps after 10 sec from Engine start Battery Voltage High ECU recognition of battery voltage is above 18 V Long 3 Short 1 Engine stops Engine Overrun Engine speed 2070 min 1 rpm Long 1 Short 1 Engine sto...

Page 43: ...roblems on the motor winch on the mast or the wirings to it Fuse 5 Non reactive after the key switch turns to ON and preheat Starter performs properly but engine is not started Fuel pump does not work...

Page 44: ...ay due to speed Allow plenty of room for passing A rule of thumb is that the passing distance with a trailer is 4 times the passing distance without the trailer ALWAYS use lower gears for climbing and...

Page 45: ...Decrease your speed as road weather and lighting conditions deteriorate Always check for local trailer tow speed limits in your area WARNING DO NOT transport people on the trailer The transport of peo...

Page 46: ...ou start towing the trailer you must follow all of the instructions for inspection testing loading and coupling Also before you start towing adjust the mirrors so you can see the trailer as well as th...

Page 47: ...trailer coupled Some of the trailer weight will be transferred from the trailer to the tow vehicle axles and an axle scale weighs all axles including the tow vehicle axles TOW VEHICLE The towing hitc...

Page 48: ...ilized with your light tower as shown in Figure C WARNING Improper electrical connection between the tow vehicle and the trailer will result in inoperable lights and can lead to collision Before each...

Page 49: ...per action to prevent possible failure of the ball and coupler system All bent or broken coupler parts must be replaced before towing the trailer The coupler handle lever must be able to rotate freely...

Page 50: ...NING A worn cracked or corroded hitch ball can fail while towing and may result in death or serious injury Before coupling trailer inspect the hitch ball for wear corrosion and cracks Replace worn or...

Page 51: ...neath hitch and coupler with enough slack to permit turning and to hold tongue up if the trailer comes loose ConnectingTrailer Lights Connect the trailer lights to the tow vehicle s electrical system...

Page 52: ...the nuts as much as you can Then have a service garage or trailer dealer tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque WARNING Metal creep between the wheel rim and lug nuts will cause rim to loosen and c...

Page 53: ...r sVIN Certification label at the left front of the trailer See Figure G The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg Or XXX lbs TIRE FRONT REAR SPARE SIZE COLD TIRE PRESSURE TIRE AND LOADING INFORM...

Page 54: ...ent of how much weight each tire can support You may find this information in your owner s manual If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is n...

Page 55: ...al of six or more tires on the vehicle Max Load Single kg lbs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single Load Range This informatio...

Page 56: ...ncorrect toe in Align wheels Cupping Out of balance Check bearing adjustment and balance tires Flat Spots Wheel lockup and tire skidding Avoid sudden stops when possible and adjust brakes WARNING ALWA...

Page 57: ...r burned out lamps as necessary Check the wire harness for cuts fraying or other damage If it needs replacing contact your dealer Table C TireTorque Requirements Wheel Size First Pass FT LBS Second Pa...

Page 58: ...PAGE 58 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 BLOCK DIAGRAM...

Page 59: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 59 AC WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 60: ...PAGE 60 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 DC WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 61: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 61 DIMMING AND LIGHT SWITCH WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 62: ...PAGE 62 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM 1...

Page 63: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 63 ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM 2...

Page 64: ...PAGE 64 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM GBX24B...

Page 65: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 65 LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM GBX24S...

Page 66: ...PAGE 66 GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 LIGHT TOWER WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 67: ...GBX24S GBX24B LIGHTTOWER OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 05 30 19 PAGE 67 NOTES...

Page 68: ...uidance only and may not be considered as binding Multiquip Inc reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications design or the information published in this publication at any time without n...

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