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Generac MLT3060K / MLT3060M — Light Tower Setup

Installation · Unit setup and positioning

For the Generac MLT3060K / MLT3060M, from the Generac owner's manual.

Applies to: Generac MLT3060K, Generac MLT3060M, Mitsubishi L3E-W461ML engine, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 engine

Before you start

  • Verify area above unit is clear of overhead wires
  • Do not set up if high winds are expected
  • Area should be relatively flat (less than 5 degrees slope)

Procedure

  1. Position the unit at ground level or spot higher than area to be illuminated
  2. Place unit on firm, relatively flat ground (less than 5 degree slope) and block wheels
  3. Pull locking pin on tongue jack and rotate 90 degrees, install pin, rotate handle clockwise to raise trailer tongue
  4. Note grounding stud location on trailer frame near tongue; follow NEC and local electrical code
  5. Pull locking pins on outriggers and pull each out until spring-loaded pin snaps into place
  6. Pull locking pin on each outrigger jack and rotate 90 degrees so pad faces down
  7. Pull locking pin on rear jack and rotate 90 degrees until spring-loaded pin snaps into place
  8. Turn jack handle clockwise to start leveling trailer
  9. Adjust all four jacks by rotating handles clockwise until pads are firmly in contact with ground
  10. Loosen wing nuts on trunnion and aim lamps in desired direction, tighten hardware
  11. Verify lamps are connected to junction box

Full service-parts list: Generac MLT3060K →, Generac MLT3060M →, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 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.

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