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Owner’s Manual

showmobile

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©Wenger Corporation 2015                                        Printed in USA 03/15                                                     Part #089F049-02

wenger corporation,

555 Park Drive, P.O. Box 448, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060-0448

Questions? Call.....USA: (800) 4WENGER (493-6437) • Worldwide: +1(507) 455-4100 • www.wengercorp.com

introduction:

Safety Precautions....................................................................2

Important User Information .......................................................5

Specifications ............................................................................6

setup:

Towing the Showmobile ............................................................8

Selecting a Location..................................................................9

Disconnecting the Towing Vehicle.............................................9

Opening the End Panels.........................................................10

Leveling the Showmobile ........................................................11

Connecting Auxiliary Power ....................................................14

Opening the Roof/Canopy ......................................................15

Lowering and Leveling the Hydraulic Stage............................16

Raising the Roof/Canopy........................................................17

Attaching Additional Stage Units.............................................18

Attaching Stairways.................................................................20

Attaching Wenger Accessories ...............................................20

Attaching Auxiliary Equipment ................................................21

Positioning the End Panels.....................................................22

shutdown

:

Closing the Roof/Canopy with the Stage

in its Performance Position .....................................................23

Closing the Showmobile for Travel .........................................24

maintenance

................................................................27

electrical schematic

.........................................30

12v wiring diagram

................................................33

hydraulic schematic

...........................................34

troubleshooting

...................................................36

Please take a few minutes to read this

manual and to familiarize yourself with

Showmobile’s operating features.

If you need additional information, 

contact the Wenger Corporation using

the information below.

Summary of Contents for Showmobile

Page 1: ...y Power 14 Opening the Roof Canopy 15 Lowering and Leveling the Hydraulic Stage 16 Raising the Roof Canopy 17 Attaching Additional Stage Units 18 Attaching Stairways 20 Attaching Wenger Accessories 20...

Page 2: ...ersonal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted tobacco products to come near the battery When charging or working near a battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always pr...

Page 3: ...acks Check tire inflation pressure as stated on sidewall Inspect the wheels for dents and cracks Tighten wheel lug nuts evenly per instructions in the manual at the destination Never raise the roof ca...

Page 4: ...that the load is evenly distributed and that the rating of the axles wheels tires tow vehicle hitch and other components are not exceeded The tow vehicle must be appropriately sized to the trailer Co...

Page 5: ...n this manual In no event will Wenger Corporation be liable for technical or editorial omissions made herein nor for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use...

Page 6: ...th 40 watt cool white tubes Outlets standard Four duplex outlets on stage one duplex outlet by charger Additional outlets 220V upgrade Four quadplex and two duplex outlets in roof canopy Battery 12 vo...

Page 7: ...ONTINUED typical stage configurations Main Stage Hydraulic Stage 28 32 40 14 6 16 Main Stage Hydraulic Stage 28 32 40 14 6 18 6 20 Main Stage Hydraulic Stage 28 32 40 14 6 18 6 20 24 22 6 4 x8 Versali...

Page 8: ...e pin out of the switch on the Showmobile If the pin is pulled from the switch the Showmobile brakes are activated and will drain the battery within two hours 6 Fully raise the Showmobile hitch jack 7...

Page 9: ...y if you have an upgraded service Showmobile DISCONNECTING THE TOWING VEHICLE 1 Block the Showmobile s wheels with chocks 2 Free the safety chain 3 Disconnect the 12 volt electrical supply cord which...

Page 10: ...the stud on the curb side of the Showmobile This keeps the end panel out of the way while you lower the hydraulic stage raise the roof canopy and install any auxiliary equipment 4 Lower the end flap 5...

Page 11: ...r your unit has a manual or hydraulic leveling system caution If you are setting up the unit on a soft surface use sill plates at least 18 square to assure that the jacks don t recess into the ground...

Page 12: ...set its transmitter switch to on 4 Move one of the upper four switches to the raise corner position When that stabilizing jack is in contact with the ground and the corner of the Showmobile starts to...

Page 13: ...rn the transmitter switch off when not in use to save battery power When the performance is complete you will probably have to turn the timer switch back on see the previous note before you can close...

Page 14: ...Showmobile just to the rear of the control compartment A 50 ft cord with matching plug is provided with the standard 110 volt electrical system an additional 50 ft 220 volt cord is also provided with...

Page 15: ...rtment and plug it into the receptacle on the front of the Showmobile The control has a keyed main power switch for the hydraulic system and up down switches for adjusting the position of the roof can...

Page 16: ...then reinsert pin into holes that most closely align b Repeat the procedure on each of the other legs c Make final adjustments as necessary to ensure that the entire floor is level d Lock the adjustin...

Page 17: ...fully raised lower the canopy to the desired performance height 2 manual leveling model Turn the key switch to off and remove the key Unplug the remote control module from the front of the Showmobile...

Page 18: ...18 for additional clarification 1 Insert three gravity connectors into the extrusion on the edge of the Showmobile where the 8 side of the first stage unit will be attached Position the connectors so...

Page 19: ...TAGE HYDRAULIC STAGE HYDRAULIC STAGE MAIN STAGE For a stage extension For wider stage wings Sample connections of optional stage units shown Additional units can be added to the sides or front or both...

Page 20: ...clamps remain in the stage channel 3 Tighten the thumb screw on each clamp to secure the stairway to the stage 4 Lock the stairway by securely tightening the two knobs one on each side at the middle o...

Page 21: ...ed Do not overheat the roof or canopy panels If you are using 1000 watt fixtures be sure each is on its own electrical circuit optional rooF or canopy light bars Optional roof or canopy light bars are...

Page 22: ...appropriate hole Do not close the end panels while the roof canopy is raised from the travel position 4 Position the other end panel in the same way note The roof canopy can be safely positioned at a...

Page 23: ...tage floor Use the following procedure 1 Set the roof canopy switch on the remote control to lower Be careful so the roof canopy doesn t damage any equipment which is on the stage or suspended from th...

Page 24: ...ors from the channels around the edge of the stage To provide proper weight distribution for towing store the stage extensions and any other cargo in the front one third of the Showmobile secure the e...

Page 25: ...t leveling jacks by using the manual hand cranks Manual Leveling Model or by pressing lower corner on the wireless remote control Hydraulic Leveling Model 2 Retract the rear leveling jacks in the same...

Page 26: ...the roof canopy that is moving faster the end that is ahead of the other when lowering You will make adjustments to slow this end At that end of the Showmobile locate the square counterbalance manifo...

Page 27: ...ns will normally be in the spring when the Showmobile is first put into use and again when it is stored for the winter locks Protect all locks locking mechanisms keyways and hinges with a spray type l...

Page 28: ...ed inflation pressure is 110 psi note Verify maximum inflation pressure marked on tire sidewall before inflating tires changing tires First set the brakes and block the wheels to be sure the Showmobil...

Page 29: ...will slide in easily paint The paint used on the Showmobile is the same as used on other mobile equipment It may be washed with clear water or if necessary with mild soap Waxing once a year is recomm...

Page 30: ...30 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC 110 volt standard...

Page 31: ...31 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC CONTINUED 110 220 volt 220 volt upgrade...

Page 32: ...trical load center 110V Units Standard 110 220V Units 220V Upgrade location oF electrical outlet boXes 110V Units Standard 110 220V Units 220V Upgrade RECPT NOS 1 2 3 4 RECPT NO 5 FLUORESCENT LIGHTS M...

Page 33: ...33 12 volt wiring diagram ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC CONTINUED...

Page 34: ...34 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC manual leveling model...

Page 35: ...35 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC CONTINUED hydraulic leveling model...

Page 36: ...erring voltage Call for a RGA No Likely problem on vehicle check for loose connections check for bad solenoid check for ground at solenoid No Antenna possibly bad Problem in RF section Battery low in...

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