Allmand NIGHT-LITE NL5000 Manuel D'utilisation page 14

The light tower trailer is an SAE Class 2 trailer, with a Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) as stated on the serial plate
and in the Specifications section of this manual. Do not
exceed the GVWR by attempting to carry additional tools or
equipment. Do not carry riders. See Safety.
Towing The Light Tower Trailer
WARNING
Excessive speed when towing the trailer could result in
death or serious injury. Always maintain a safe towing
speed for road conditions. Never exceed 55 MPH (90
km/h) when towing the trailer.
WARNING
Rollover Hazard
Do not make sharp turns when towing the light tower
trailer. This could cause the light tower trailer to roll over,
resulting in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
The rated maximum highway towing speed for the light tower
trailer is 55 MPH (90 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.
The light tower trailer is intended to be towed with the engine
and lights shut down.
Do not carry riders.
Disconnecting The Light Tower Trailer From
The Tow Vehicle
1. Select a firm, level and stable surface at the work site.
See Work Site Considerations in the Operation sec-
tion.
2. Position the light tower trailer as desired with the tow
vehicle.
3. Chock the wheels on both sides of the trailer.
WARNING
Crush Hazard
Attempting to move or position the light tower trailer by
manually pushing or pulling it could present a crush hazard
resulting in death or serious injury. Always position the
trailer with the tow vehicle, chock the wheels, and lower
the tongue jack before uncoupling the trailer from the tow
vehicle.
4. Disconnect the trailer lighting connector from the tow
vehicle lighting connector.
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5. Extend the tongue jack into the operating position. See
Operating The Tongue Jack.
6. Lower the tongue jack to support the front of the light
tower trailer. See Operating The Tongue Jack.
7. Uncouple 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, raise the trailer tongue to the park position.
See Trailer Tongue.
Transporting On A Trailer
The unit is equipped with three (3) tie-down points. See
Features and Controls for tie-down point locations.
Always secure the light tower trailer with appropriate chains
or straps. Do not apply more than 600 pounds (272 kg) force
on the chains or straps.
The truck operator is responsible for securing the load prop-
erly to his transporting trailer.
NOTE: When transporting on a trailer, position the two top
light fixtures straight down to provide additional overhead
clearance. See Figure 8.
Figure 8
Lifting The Light Tower Trailer
WARNING
Attempting to lift the light tower trailer with a lifting device
that is underrated or damaged could result in death or seri-
ous injury. Always make sure the lifting device is rated to
lift the weight of the light tower trailer. Make sure the lifting
device is not damaged and is in operable condition before
beginning the lift.
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