General Information - MULTIQUIP WHITEMAN MD105 Operation Manual

INTENDED USE
Operate the MD105 ride-on trowel, tools, and components
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Use of
any other tools for stated operation is considered contrary
to designated use. The risk of such use lies entirely with the
user. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages
as a result of misuse.
SAFE OPERATION
Read all safety information carefully. Safety instructions
will be found throughout this manual and on the machine.
Keep all safety information in good, readable condition.
Operators should be well trained on the operation and
maintenance of the trowel.
FAMILIARIZATION
The MD105 ride-on power trowel is designed for the floating
and finishing of concrete slabs.
Walk around the trowel and take note of the major
components—engines, blades, air cleaner, fuel system,
fuel shut-off valve, ignition switch, etc. Make sure there is
always a proper level of lubricating oil in the engines and
a proper level of hydraulic oil in the hydraulic oil reservoir.
Before using your trowel, test it on a flat, watered-down
section of finished concrete. This test run will familiarize
you with the trowel's controls and will increase your
confidence in operating the trowel. You will learn how the
trowel handles under actual operating conditions. Refer to
the Operation section of this manual for more information.
ENGINES
The MD105 is equipped with two Honda iGX800 gasoline
engines. Refer to the engine owner's manual for specific
instructions regarding engine operation and maintenance.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

BLADES
The blades of the MD105 finish concrete as they are rotated
across the surface. Blades are classified as combination
(10 or 8 inches wide) or finish (6 inches wide). The MD105
is equipped with six blades per rotor equally spaced in a
radial pattern and attached to a vertical rotating shaft by
means of a spider assembly.
OPTIMIZED HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The spider assemblies are driven by two high-torque
hydraulic motors coupled to an axial-piston hydraulic pump
for increased overall system performance.
HYDRAULIC STEERING
Dual palm-grip joystick controls are provided for steering.
Located to the left and right of the operator's seat, the
joysticks are linked to three hydraulic steering cylinders
located within the frame of the machine.
DIAGNOSTIC DISPLAY
The MD105 is equipped with a diagnostic display that
communicates with the trowel's machine control unit (MCU)
using the SAE J1939 Controller Area Network (CAN) bus
protocol.
TRAINING
For proper training, please use the Training Checklist
form located in the front of this manual. This checklist will
provide an outline for an experienced operator to provide
training to a new operator.