Allmand NIGHT-LITE GR Serie Manuel D'utilisation page 15

The rated maximum highway towing speed for the light
tower trailer is 65 MPH (105 km/h). Be sure to check your
state or province laws regarding maximum legal towing
speeds for trailers.
When towing the trailer off-highway or on rougher terrain,
the maximum towing speed is 20 MPH (32 km/h). Slower
speeds may be required for very rough terrain.
Tow the light tower trailer with the engine and lights shut
down.
Do not carry riders.
Disconnecting the Light Tower Trailer from
the Tow Vehicle
WARNING
Crush Hazard
Attempting to move the light tower trailer by manually
pushing or pulling it could present a crush hazard
resulting in death or serious injury. Always move the
trailer with the tow vehicle, put chocks against the wheels,
and lower the tongue jack before uncoupling the trailer
from the tow vehicle.
1. Find a firm, level and stable surface at the work site.
See Work Site Considerations in the Operation
section.
2. Move the light tower trailer into the desired position
with the tow vehicle.
3. Put chocks against the wheels on both sides of the
trailer.
4. Disconnect the trailer lighting connector from the tow
vehicle lighting connector.
5. Move the tongue jack into the operating position. See
Operating the Tongue Jack.
6. Lower the tongue jack foot to support the front of the
light tower trailer. See Operating the Tongue Jack.
7. Disconnect the trailer coupler from the tow vehicle.
See Using the Trailer Coupler.
8. Use the tongue jack to raise the trailer coupler above
the tow vehicle's hitch ball.
9. Disconnect the safety chains from the tow vehicle's
hitch frame.
10. Move the tow vehicle clear of the light tower trailer.
11. If desired, move the trailer tongue up to the park
position. See Trailer Tongue.
Transporting on a Trailer
The forklift pockets on either side of the unit can be used
as tie-down points. See Lifting the Light Tower Trailer
for forklift pocket locations.
Always fasten the light tower trailer to the transporting
trailer with chains or straps. Do not apply more than 600
pounds (272 kg) force on the chains or straps.
The truck operator is responsible for making sure the unit
is safely loaded and fastened to his transporting trailer.
Note: When transporting on a trailer, turn the light fixtures
to the rear of the unit. See Figure 10.
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Lifting the Light Tower Trailer
WARNING
Lifting the light tower trailer with a lifting device that is
underrated or damaged could result in death or serious
injury. Always make sure that the lifting device is rated to
lift the weight of the light tower trailer. Make sure that the
lifting device is in good condition before lifting.
WARNING
Standing or walking under equipment when it is lifted
could result in death or serious injury. When lifting the
light tower trailer, always keep clear of the area around
and under the light tower trailer, and do not let others in
the area.
General Lifting Guidelines
• Before lifting, lower the light tower and shut down
the engine. See steps in Preparing the Light Tower
Trailer for Towing.
• Make sure that the lifting device you are using is in
good condition and rated to exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) of the light tower trailer. See
Light Tower Trailer Weight.
• Use aid when using a forklift, crane or hoist, and
when unloading.
• Use only the lifting eye to lift the unit with a hoist or
crane.
• Use only shackles or a locking-type hook when lifting.
• Do not stand or walk under the unit when it is lifted.
Keep others away.
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