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Magnum — Raising the Tower

Operation · Mast (manual winch)

From a Magnum owner's manual covering: LR 114630-1, MLT 4060, MLT 4080. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Magnum MLT 4060, Magnum MLT 4080, Mitsubishi L3E-W461ML engine

Before you start

  • Never raise or lower the mast while the unit is operating.
  • Do not extend the mast beyond the colored mark on the middle mast tube.

Procedure

  1. Remove the mast cradle locking pin from the mast cradle.
  2. Check both cable sets for wear; make sure cables are centered in pulleys.
  3. Make sure the area behind the unit is clear before raising the mast.
  4. Remove safety pin from mast lock bar; raise mast vertical with lower winch.
  5. Ensure mast lock bar snaps into place and secure with the safety pin.
  6. Use upper mast winch to telescope tower to desired height.
  7. Loosen locking knob to rotate mast, then tighten knob.

Full service-parts list: Magnum MLT 4060 →, Magnum MLT 4080 →

Source: Magnum 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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