MULTIQUIP EM-90S Operation Manual

MULTIQUIP EM-90S Operation Manual

Plaster and mortar mixer

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OPERATIONS MANUAL
SERIES
MODEL EM-90S (STEEL)
MODEL EM-90P (PLASTIC)
PLASTER AND MORTAR MIXER
(GASOLINE ENGINE/ELECTRIC MOTOR)
Revision #2 (12/11/06)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY
THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.

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  • Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL SERIES MODEL EM-90S (STEEL) MODEL EM-90P (PLASTIC) PLASTER AND MORTAR MIXER (GASOLINE ENGINE/ELECTRIC MOTOR) Revision #2 (12/11/06) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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  • Page 3 Engine exhaust some its constituents, and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drillingandotherconstructionactivities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Leadfromlead-basedpaints. Crystallinesilicafrombricks. Cementandothermasonryproducts.
  • Page 4 NOTE PAGE EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06) — PAGE 3...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TABLE OF CONTENTS MQ ESSICK — EM-90 SERIES PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER Table Of Contents ............4 Parts Ordering Procedures ........5 Specifications .............6 Dimensions ..............7 Safety Messages Alert Symbols ......8-9 Rules For Safe Operation ........10-11 Towing Guidelines ............12 Safety Chain Connection .........13 Operation and Safey Decals ........14 General Information ..........15...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SPECIFICATIONS y t i t f . e t i l ) s r y t i ) . g . n i e v i t l e i t c & - r i r t s z i r l a t...
  • Page 7: Dimensions

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — DIMENSIONS i r c i t p . n i . n i ) r a . n i . n i Figure 1. Dimensions EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06) — PAGE 7...
  • Page 8: Safety Messages Alert Symbols

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Safety precautions should be followed Potential hazards associated with the operation of an EM- at all times when operating this 90 Plaster/Mortar Mixer will be referenced with Hazard equipment.
  • Page 9 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Equipment Damage CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Rotating Parts Hazards Hazards NEVER operate equipment with covers, Other important messages are provided throughout this or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, manual to help prevent damage to your light tower, other hair and clothing away from all moving property, or the surrounding environment.
  • Page 10: Rules For Safe Operation

    ■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not NEVER! start the engine or engage the paddle arms when recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage the drum is in the discharge (down) position. to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
  • Page 11 ■ Refer to the HONDA Engine Owner's Manual for engine technical questions or information recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06) — PAGE 11...
  • Page 12: Towing Guidelines

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TOWING GUIDELINES ■ ALWAYS make sure that the fuel valve lever is in the Towing Safety Precautions OFF position (gasoline models only). Regularly Inspect CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION ■ Check wheel mounting lug nuts with a torque wrench. Towing Components Torque wheel lug nuts as described in the maintenance To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting...
  • Page 13: Safety Chain Connection

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY CHAIN CONNECTION 2. Route the safety chain through the holes just above the Always Tow with CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION tow bar, located on each side of the mixer stand. a Safety Chain Loop the chain together and place under the tow bar. NEVER! tow the mixer with the safety chain removed.
  • Page 14 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals The MQ Essick EM-90 mortar and plaster mixer is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. Figure 4 below illustrates these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.
  • Page 15 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — GENERAL INFORMATION Application Ensure that the extension cable is carefully laid out avoid- ing wet areas , sharp edges and locations where vehicles The MQ Essick EM-90 series mixers (drum capacity of 9.0 might run over it. Avoid allowing the extension cable to be cu.
  • Page 16: Major Components

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAJOR COMPONENTS Bag Cutter-This feature allows compound mixing bags to be opened easily, therefore allowing the contents of the bag to fall directly into the mixing drum. 10. Safety Grill -Provided for operator safety. This safety grill is designed to keep hands and solid objects out of the mixing drum when in use.
  • Page 17 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ENGINE COMPONENTS Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop the flow of fuel. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel mixture.
  • Page 18: Electric Motor

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ELECTRIC MOTOR Electric Motor ALWAYS , make certain that the power source required for the electric motor is correct and always use the correct For maintenance care and operation of the electric motor, NEMA configuration plug. Failure to supply the correct voltage refer to your electric motor instruction booklet furnished with to the motor can severely damage the motor.
  • Page 19 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ELECTRIC MOTOR If overload protection should actuate because of improper CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Changing Voltages voltage or any other malfunction, turn the main switch on the motor to the OFF position and correct the problem, press When changing the voltage your electric motor operates the reset switch button, and turn the main switch to the ON at, have a qualified electrician install the appropriate...
  • Page 20: Paddle Blade Adjustment (Steel Drum)

    EM-90 MIXER — PADDLE BLADE ADJUSTMENT (STEEL DRUM) Adjust paddles as shown in Figure 9a. Figure 9a. Paddle Blade Adjustment (Steel Drum) PAGE 20 — EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06)
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  • Page 22: Paddle Blade Adjustment (Poly Drum)

    EM-90 MIXER — PADDLE BLADE ADJUSTMENT (POLY DRUM) Adjust paddles as shown in Figure 9b. Figure 9b. Paddle Blade Adjustment (Poly Drum) EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06) — PAGE 21...
  • Page 23: Inspection

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — INSPECTION Before Starting 3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. 1. Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual. 2. Clean the mixer , removing dirt and dust, particularly the 4.
  • Page 24 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — INSPECTION Fuel Check Controls Start/Stop Switches Explosive Fuel DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER This mixer has been equipped with a start/stop switch for Hazard both the gasoline and electric motor mixers. These switches If your mixer has a gasoline engine, determine if the should be tested every time the engine or electric motor is engine fuel is low.
  • Page 25: Start-Up Procedures

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP PROCEDURE This section is intended to assist the operator To start a cold engine, move the choke lever with the initial start-up of the EM-90 mixer (with (Figure 13) to the CLOSED position. gasoline engine or electric motor). It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the mixer in the field.
  • Page 26 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP PROCEDURE Turn the engine switch (Figure 15) to the ON position. CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Preventing Drum Tipping Make certain the drum lock pin (Figures 18 and 19) is placed to the RIGHT (when viewing the mixer from the towpole end) of the drum stop block which is welded to the front side of the drum.
  • Page 27 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP/OPERATION PROCEDURES Place the belt slip lever (Figure 21) in the mix position. When charging, mixing, or dumping a batch of plaster This will tilt the engine placing tension on the V-belts or mortar the drum lock pin should be placed to the enabling the shaft to rotate.
  • Page 28 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES Stopping the Mixer (Gasoline Engine) Stopping the Mixer (Electric Motor) Place the belt slip lever in the start/stop position Place the electric motor's ON/OFF switch (Figure 4) in (Figure 21). the OFF position. Push the main start/stop switch (Figure 16) inward to Disconnect the electric motor's extension cord from its stop the engine.
  • Page 29 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (ENGINE) Use Table 8 as a general maintenance guideline when servicing your engine. For more detail engine maintenance information, refer to the engine owner's manual supplied with your engine. ) 3 ( l i O r i A ) 1 ( g i t...
  • Page 30: Maintenance (Mixer)

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (ENGINE) Maintenance ENGINE AIR CLEANER 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and foam filter element as Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as defined by Table 8 and below: shown in Figure 26. DAILY 2. Tap the paper filter element (Figure 26) several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air ■...
  • Page 31 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Drum Head Seals Drum Bearing Bracket Lubrication On each end of the mixing drum there is a drum head There is 1 set of drum bearing brackets (Figure 29) that will containing self-adjusting graphite seals. These seals consist require lubrication.
  • Page 32 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Ball Socket and Clamp Face Maintenance Fill the wheel hub (Figure 31) with grease to the inside diameter of the outer races and also fill the hub grease If the towing vechicle is equipped with a ball socket, cap.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting (Mixer/Electric Motor)

    EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Inspect Tooth Contact between Main Gear and Drive Grease Fittings (Zerk) Maintenance (Electric Motor) Pinion There are two grease (Figure 35) fittings at each end of Coat 3 or 4 teeth at 3 different positions on the main the electric motor that will require lubrication.
  • Page 34 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) 3. After first road use, retorque all lug nuts in sequence. Table 9 (Tire Wear Troubleshooting) will help pinpoint the Check all wheel lug nuts periodically. causes and solutions of tire wear problems. TABLE 9.TIRE WEAR TROUBLESHOOTING WEAR PATTERN CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 35 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Suspension Keep Hands WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Clear of Drum! The rigid type axle and associated hardware (Figure 37) should be periodically inspected for signs of excessive wear, elon- When rotating the mixing drum from the dump position gation of bolt holes, and loosening of fasteners.
  • Page 36 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Engine , Mixer and Electric Motor Troubleshooting (Tables 11, 12 and 13) information shown below and on the proceeding pages.
  • Page 37 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) f l a i t c i l o i l o c i f " " n r i A a t - l i f r e t r i a a t - t l i f .
  • Page 38 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (MIXER/ELECTRIC MOTOR) t c e e v i ? t l a l p . t l e d a l l i w . e t s u j v e l g i l t i s n o i s u j...
  • Page 39 EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — WIRING DIAGRAM (ELECTRIC MOTOR) Figure 40. Electric Motor Wiring Diagram PAGE 38 — EM-90 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/11/06)
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