Terex T270 Operator, Service & Parts Manual

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Part No. 833018 T270 & T280 Super Quiet Generator 11REV AOperator's ManualMay 2007TRANSPORT & TOWINGAll trailer-mounted Terex Super Quiet generatorsare designed for highway and off road towingcapability. Please consult state and local transpor-tation codes before transporting the generator set.Additionally, all state and local traffic laws takeprecedence over the following instructions when-ever differences arise between them.• Make sure the towing vehicle is of adequatesize to both tow and stop the unit.• Disconnect all wiring and cabling (including theground wire) from the generator set.• Close and latch or lock all access doors.• Using the front leveling jack, raise the trailerhitch to an adequate height so that thegenerator can be securely attached to thetransporting vehicle.• Ensure that the coupler is properly secured tothe towing vehicle and attach the safety chains.Attach the “breakaway” chain on the surgebrake and the electrical coupler if these optionsare included on the unit.ALWAYS USE THE PROPER TRAILER HITCHAND SAFETY CHAINS. OBEY ALLLOCAL OR STATE D.O.T. LAWS WHEN TOW-ING A GENERATOR.FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE THE TRAIL-ER TO THE TOWING VEHICLE MAYRESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.• Retract the front leveling jack into its stowedposition.EXCEEDING THESE RECOMMENDED SPEEDSCAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.DAMAGE CAUSED BY THESEUNSAFE PRACTICES WILL VOID THE MANU-FACTURER’S WARRANTY.SETUPMove the generator set to the desired locationkeeping the following in mind:• The spot where the generator set is positionedshould be relatively level.• The location selected should be centrallylocated to equipment requiring the loads tominimize voltage drop in the power cord.• Locate so power cords can be routed withoutcrossing roads and access routes.• Locate where the engine will get goodventilation. Do not locate where fumes will entera building.• Do not place beside a building wall that wouldreflect and intensify noise.Unhitch from the towing vehicle as follows:• Locate the generator set in the desired location.• Check the tires for proper inflation and verifythat the lug nuts are tight.• If equiped with towing lights, connect theelectrical coupler to the towing vehicle.• Observe posted speed limits for trailers.Generally, do not exceed 45 mph on pavedroads and 10 mph on unpaved roads.GENERAL SAFETY (Cont.)