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Effective September 2020

This guide supersedes all previous versions

MODEL COVERED:

KL415A

3842 Redman Drive

Fort Collins, CO 80524

1-800-797-7974

www.CommandLight.com

KNIGHT SERIES

Summary of Contents for KNIGHT KL415A

Page 1: ...Effective September 2020 This guide supersedes all previous versions MODEL COVERED KL415A 3842 Redman Drive Fort Collins CO 80524 1 800 797 7974 www CommandLight com KNIGHT SERIES ...

Page 2: ...rsatile 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 problems with your product please do not hesitate to contact us COMMAND LIGHT 3842 Redman Drive Fort Collins CO 80524 PHONE 1 800 797 7974 FAX 1 970 297 7099 WEB www CommandLight com ...

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Page 4: ...on Notes 12 Location Requirements 13 Mounting 14 Holster Mounting 14 Electrical Wiring 15 12 VDC 15 Holster Wiring 15 Warning Device Installation 16 Maintenance 17 Cleaning 17 Center Switch Adjustment 17 Rotation Belt Adjustment 18 Power Failure 19 Rotate to center 19 Retract the upper stage 19 Retract the lower stage 19 Without tools 20 Troubleshooting 21 Technical Specifications Standard DC Mode...

Page 5: ...ipped 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 does not apply to defects caused by accident misuse neglect or wear and tear nor can we be held responsible for incidental and consequential expense and loss nor does this warranty apply to equipment ...

Page 6: ...We then send parts if needed and have a technician dispatched if needed with a written work authorization number and a base amount of hours allotted to do repair 4 We remain available for service support via phone email or video conference while technician completes repair also to extend original time allotted if additional issue arise 5 Mark repair as completed and validate the work authorization...

Page 7: ...ved by you filing the claim directly Every consignee is on the ground floor in contact with the local agent who inspects the damaged goods and thus each claim can be given individual attention Since our goods are packed to comply with the regulations of all railroad truck and express companies we cannot allow deduction from any invoice because of any damage however be sure to file your claim promp...

Page 8: ...ht position while people are located within its operating envelope There are numerous pinch points that can cause serious bodily injury Do not use a high pressure washer or subject the light to high volumes of water when cleaning Never use the COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT2 as a lifting device or mobile arm Do not use a COMMAND LIGHT KNIGHT2 that has been damaged or is not fully functional including non wo...

Page 9: ...ead power lines There are several standard lighting options available for the KNIGHT2 Model Description Minimum Power Requirements KL415A 6 x LED 2 kW Generator 110 or 240 VAC 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 voltage levels within the hand held control box The KNIGHT2 ...

Page 10: ...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 Upper stage is prevented from rotating All lights are turned off including strobe light if equipped regardless of light switch positions Prevents the upper stage from moving down if upper stage is not cen...

Page 11: ...rk Sequence Press green button on the controller once It does not need to be held in position The Autopark sequence begins 1 Emergency Stop light is illuminated 2 Lamps are extinguished 3 Upper stage begins rotation to the center position If equipped with back light option back light begins rotation and returns to the home position 4 Once upper stage is centered rotation stops lower stage begins r...

Page 12: ...Lifting device crane forklift block and tackle etc Sling for lifting Drill 21 64 17 64 drill bits Hole punch for metal with 7 8 and 15 16 diameter capacity Phillips head screwdriver 2 Command Light flat blade screwdriver included with light 7 16 and 1 2 combination wrenches and or ratchet and 7 16 and 1 2 sockets 8 adjustable wrench Tongue and Groove Pliers Wire stripper or razor blade knife Solde...

Page 13: ...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 your light is not represented call the factory prior to beginning any construction of a recessed installation Four mounting bolt holes are required Additional holes may be drilled in the frame ends i...

Page 14: ...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 template Fasten the light using the provided hardware To ensure a weather tight installation apply a thin bead of silicone based gasket sealer to the base of the spacer and underside of bolt head Remove an...

Page 15: ...ls for 240 VAC operation Holster Wiring Determine if an elevated 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 user guide After routing the control cable into the holster through the sealing connector attach individual wires to the provided connectors and i...

Page 16: ...hematic 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 Attaching the Controller 1 Loosen the small nut 2 Loosen the large nut 3 Gently slide the connector away from the holster 4 Disconnect the cable by pressing down on the tab and pulling Make sure the tab on...

Page 17: ...t i e Lights will turn on then raise lamp tree to a 45 degree angle 2 Visually verify the centering cam on the rotation spindle is contacting the roller of the center switch arm 3 Ensure that when the point of the centering cam is aligned with the roller of the center switch arm there is some play in the center switch arm Without this play the switch could be crushed or damaged during rotation 4 R...

Page 18: ... motor screws 5 Loosen but do not remove screws that retain rotation motor 6 Make sure both pulleys are parallel and in alignment with each other To adjust any misalignment loosen the 2 set screws securing the small drive pulley to motor shaft Adjust as required and tighten set screws 7 Belt should fit snugly neither too loose nor too tight Avoid any preload which can cause premature failure 8 Usi...

Page 19: ...te too quickly or with too much pressure can break the rotation motor shaft Be certain that you rotate in the proper direction the upper stage can rotate a full 360 Generally you need to rotate the lamp tree in the direction that requires the least amount of travel in order to reach a centered position If manual rotation causes the rotation belt to slip this is alright if minimized Excessive slipp...

Page 20: ... the extension end of the actuator Avoid using a hardened steel punch which could peen the end of the shaft thus damaging the bore within the aluminum pivot blocks Note that the light weighs in excess of 100 pounds use caution Apply upward pressure on the main lift arm to remove support blocking then slowly lower the lift arm allowing the actuator shaft to extend past the lower pivot blocks Retrac...

Page 21: ...e 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 Rota...

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Page 23: ...ement 75 Watt LED 220 Watt LED 300 Watt LED 120 VAC 8 amps 120 VAC 11 amps 120 VAC 15 amps 1 kW minimum 1 5 kW minimum 2 kW minimum Lift actuators and rotation motor will cause higher current draw during use Motor Duty Cycle All motors thermally protected specifications are to thermal relay trip Lower stage 1 3 90 seconds maximum per 5 minute Upper stage 1 3 90 seconds maximum per 5 minute Rotatio...

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Page 25: ...USER GUIDE 25 Parts List Base ...

Page 26: ...KNIGHT2 26 Exploded View Base ...

Page 27: ...USER GUIDE 27 Parts List Mid Plate ...

Page 28: ...KNIGHT2 28 Exploded View Mid Plate ...

Page 29: ...USER GUIDE 29 Parts List Lamp Tree ...

Page 30: ...KNIGHT2 30 Exploded View Lamp Tree ...

Page 31: ...USER GUIDE 31 Parts List Backlight ...

Page 32: ...KNIGHT2 32 Exploded View Backlight ...

Page 33: ...USER GUIDE 33 Parts List Relay Box ...

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