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OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL
Moonlight SERIES
MODELS
MB150
MB400
MB400B
MB1000
MB1000W
LIGHTING SYSTEM
Revision #0 (10/27/06)
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THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRAWINGS WINGS WINGS MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRAWINGS WINGS Table Of Contents ..................................................... 2 Name Plate and Decals .....................................30-31 Parts Ordering Procedures ....................................... 3 Balloon (with MBP) Assy. ......................
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st Effective: January 1 , 2006 PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES Ordering parts has never been easier! Choose from three easy options: Best Deal! Order via Internet (Dealers Only): If you have an MQ Account, to obtain a Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! Username and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip.com. ■ View Parts Diagrams To obtain an MQ Account, contact your ■ Order Parts District Sales Manager for more information. ■ Print Specification Information Use the internet an
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Potential hazards associated with the MOONLIGHT Lighting FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! System operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols Safety precautions should be followed which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced at all times when operating this in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols. equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety Messages and HAZARD SYMBOLS Operating Instructions co
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ ALWAYS make sure that the MOONLIGHT is secure on WARNING - READ THIS MANUAL firm level ground so that it cannot slide or shift around, endangering workers. Also keep the immediate area free Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to of bystanders. Serious Injury or even Death. This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This ■ ALWAYS keep area behind MOONLIGHT clear of people equipment is for ind
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION LAMP SAFETY AND CARE TRANSPORTING ■ NEVER leave any grease or oil residue on lamp surface ■ When transporting the MOONLIGHT over rough terrain, when replacing or removing lamp. This can create hot remove the lamp and pack it safely so it will not be spots, reducing the service life of the lamp. damaged. ■ ALWAYS make sure the lamp surface is clean and dry. ■ ALWAYS replace with MQ recommended type lamp. See DANGER - MOONLIGHT High Danger Ar
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Maintenance Safety DANGER - MOONLIGHT Electric Shock Hazards ■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running ALWAYS keep electrical cords in good condition. Worn, MOONLIGHT. bare or frayed wiring can cause electrical WET ■ ALWAYS allow the MOONLIGHT a proper amount of time to HANDS shock, thus causing Bodily Harm or cool before servicing. even Death. ■ Keep the MOONLIGHT in proper running condition. NEVER grab or touch a live powe
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — DIMENSIONS BALLOON MOUNTING POLE A E B C BALLOON SUPPORT BASE D F BASE G H Reference Reference Dimension in. (mm.) Dimension in. (mm.) Letter Letter MB400B/MB100/W - 54 (1372) A E) 118.5 (3010 MB150 - 33.5 (851) B)2F 5 (635 3.5 (89) C)1G 1 (279 8 (203) D)6H 7 (1702 21.5 (546) Figure 1. Balloon Dimensions PAGE 8 — MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06)
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — DIMENSIONS Reference Reference Dimension in. (mm.) Dimension in. (mm.) Letter Letter A)1D 0.5 (267 12 (305) B)4E 3 (1092 32 (813) C) 8 (203 Figure 2. MBC Cart Dimensions MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06) — PAGE 9
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Specifications Moonlight MW odel MB B1000/MB1000M0 B400/MB400 MB15 IC nput Voltage 1C 10 VA 1C 10 VA 110 VA Fz requency 6z 0 H 6z 0 H 60 H Ms ax. Current 1s 5 Amp 1s 5 Amp 15 Amp Wind Stability 5) 5 mph (88.5 kph)5) 5 mph (88.5 kph 55 mph (88.5 kph (when base is secured) W) eight (without mount)8) 0 lbs. (36 kg6) 6 lbs. (30 kg)/74 lbs. (33.5 kg 49 lbs. (22 kg Lamp 1000 Watt Metal Halide/ Lamp Type 4e 00 Watt Metal Halide 150 Watt Metal Halid 1
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — FLOODLIGHT FOOTCANDLE PLOT Based on 360°glare-free coverage. 1.01 1.57 3.06 8.43 12.08 18.02 Scale: .5 IN. = 20 ft. Values listed as footcandles Figure 3. MB1000 Floodlight Footcandle Plot MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06) — PAGE 11
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — FLOODLIGHT FOOTCANDLE PLOT Based on 360°glare-free coverage. .84 2.04 2.6 5.39 8.36 Scale: .5 IN. = 10 ft. Values listed as footcandles Figure 4. MB150 Floodlight Footcandle Plot PAGE 12 — MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06)
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — GENERAL INFORMATION The Multiquip MOONLIGHT Lighting System is a general DANGER - MOONLIGHT Overhead Obstructions purpose glare-free floodlight intended for applications such as security lighting, traffic control, freeway projects, jobsites, ALWAYS make sure the area emergency lighting, indoor lighting, corporate functions and above MOONLIGHT is open and clear of overhead power backyard parties. lines and other obstructions. The Moonlight Lighting System provides il
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — COMPONENTS 18 1 17 2 3 5 4 6 7 16 8 15 12 14 9 10 13 11 Figure 5. Major Components (54-inch Balloon with Optional MBP) PAGE 14 — MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06)
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — COMPONENTS Figure 5 shows the location of the controls and components 9. Wing Nut– Secures the stand into the base. Tighten for the MOONLIGHT Lighting System. The function of each screw to lock stand in place. control is described below: 10. Metal Stand Base – Keeps the lighting system firmly set 1. Balloon – This balloon is made of airtight PVC material on the ground. with a diameter of 54 inches (MB400B, MB1000/W) or 11. AC Power Cable – Connect this cable to a 1
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — ASSEMBLY MBC CART ASSEMBLY If the Moonlight balloon is to be mounted into the MBC Cart, perform the following assembly procedure before installing the balloon. 1. Step on the ON position of the brake on the wheel of the MBC cart to keep the cart in place during assem- bly. See Figure 6. T-HANDLE CLAMP STEP ON “ON” Figure 9. Clamped T-Handle PEDAL TO ACTIVATE 4. Slide mast into the slot in the cart as shown in Figure 10. BRAKE. Tighten the 4 bolts to keep the mast i
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — ASSEMBLY 6. Install the winch handle on the mast as shown in 2. Step on the leg lock to release each leg and pull down until it locks in place (see Figure 14). Figure 12. WINCH HANDLE Figure 12. Winch Handle Installation TO PREVENT SERIOUS Figure 14. Stand Legs Deployed INJURY OR DEATH DANGER! ALWAYS MAKE SURE AREA 3. Slide mast into the stand and and tighten the two nuts ABOVE MAST IS OPEN AND CLEAR OF OVERHEAD as shown in Figure 15. POWER LINES. THE POSSIBILITY
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — ASSEMBLY 4. Install the winch handle on the mast as shown in MBT TRIPOD ASSEMBLY Figure 12. The MBT Tripod can be used with the MB150 and MB400 Balloons. The MBT Tripod is shipped pre-installed. 5. The stand is now ready for the balloon to be installed. Proceed to BALLOON INFLATION section. 1. To secure the legs in place, loosen the knob (see Figure 17), pull the legs out and tighten the knob. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DANGER! ALWAYS MAKE SURE AREA ABOVE MAS
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — ASSEMBLY MBP POLE ASSEMBLY If the Moonlight balloon is to be mounted into the MBP Pole, perform the following assembly procedure before installing the balloon. 1. Insert the pole (see Figure18) into the base and secure by tightening the wing nut on the base. Figure 18. MBP Mounting Pole Assembly 2. The pole is now ready for the balloon to be installed. Proceed to BALLOON INFLATION section. MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/27/06) —
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MOONLIGHT LIGHTING SYSTEM — SETUP 2. Unfold the PVC material of the balloon enough to allow CAUTION - READ MANUAL the light fixture to be inserted into the balloon base. If necessary, use the supplied blower to help expand the Please read this entire manual carefully PVC material as shown in Figure 21. before attempting to operate the MOONLIGHT. Failure to read this The rechargeable blower is manual could cause damage to the shipped with a minimal NOTE MOONLIGHT and serious injury to the operat
