Generac — Light Operation
Operation · Main circuit breaker, light switches and ballasts
From a Generac owner's manual covering: MLT5150, MLT5200, MLT5200ICAN. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Generac MLT, Mitsubishi S4L2-W461ML engine, Isuzu 4LE1NYGV-03 / 4LE1NYGV-03E engine, Isuzu D1105-E3BG engine
Before you start
- Burn hazard. Never operate lights with a damaged or missing lens cover. Lamps are hot and pressurized while in use. Unprotected lamps can shatter, causing severe injury.
- Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot while in use. Allow 10-15 minutes for cooling before handling or lowering mast.
Procedure
- Verify the unit is on and running smoothly.
- Switch the main circuit breaker ON (I).
- Switch the individual circuit breakers for the lights ON (I), one at a time.
- The ballast indicator lights will turn on and continue to get brighter as the lights warm up, then remain on.
Specs & values
- Lights require a warm up period of 5-15 minutes before reaching full output
- After shut down, lights require a cool down period of approximately ten minutes before they can be switched on again
- The light tower uses four 1000W Amazon eBay FridayParts $24.50 or 1050W bulbs
Full service-parts list: Generac MLT →, Mitsubishi S4L2-W461ML engine →, Isuzu 4LE1NYGV-03 / 4LE1NYGV-03E engine →
Source: Generac owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.