Magnum — Lowering the Mast
Operation
From a Magnum operator's manual covering: L3E-W461ML, MLT4060, MLT4080, MLT4080M. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Magnum MLT4080, Mitsubishi L3E-W461ML engine, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 engine, Kubota D1105-E3BG engine
Before you start
- STOP IMMEDIATELY if mast hangs up or winch cable develops slack
Procedure
- Shut down lights and engine, allow lights to cool 10-15 minutes
- Loosen mast rotation knob, align white arrows until stop tabs touch, tighten knob
- Turn upper mast winch handle counterclockwise to collapse mast to lowest position
- Release mast lock by pulling safety pin, turn lower mast winch handle counterclockwise until mast rests in transport cradle
- Insert mast cradle locking pin and secure with safety pin
Full service-parts list: Magnum MLT4080 →, Kubota D1005-E3BG1-MGM-1 engine →, Kubota D1105-E3BG engine →
Source: Magnum operator'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.