Generac MLT3060K / MLT3060M — Towing the Unit
Operation · Trailer and hitch
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
- Trailer must be securely coupled to hitch with chains correctly attached
- Do not operate unit during transport
- Tighten lug nuts after first 50 miles
Procedure
- Engine shut down, mast and lights properly stowed
- Raise rear jack completely and release locking pin to rotate into travel position
- Verify locking pins snap into place
- Raise outrigger jacks completely and release jack locking pins to swing into travel position
- Release outrigger locking pins and slide outriggers into trailer frame until locking pins snap
- Use tongue jack to raise or lower trailer onto hitch of towing vehicle
- Lock hitch coupling and attach safety chains to vehicle
- Remove jack locking pin and rotate jack into travel position, replace pin
- Apply grease to coupler if needed
- Lubricate grease fittings on leveling jacks per Jack Maintenance procedures
- Connect trailer wiring to tow vehicle
- Check for proper operation of directional and brake lights
- Verify mast cradle locking pin is in place
- Verify doors and enclosure are properly latched
- Remove bulbs from light fixtures if driving over rough ground
Tools required
- Torque wrench Amazon
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Specs & values
- Highway towing speed: maximum 45 mph
- Off-road towing speed: 10 mph or less
- Lug nut torque pass 1: 20-25 FridayParts $42.95 ft-lbs
- Lug nut torque pass 2: 50-60 FridayParts $15.68 ft-lbs
- Lug nut torque pass 3: 90-120 FridayParts $377.99 ft-lbs
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.