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WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DANGER EXPLOSION HAZARD Never operate the machine in an explosive atmosphere, near combustible materials or where ventilation does not clear exhaust fumes. WARNING BURN HAZARD Never come into contact with the engine or muffler when engine is operating or shortly after it is turned off.
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS QUALITY ASSURANCE/MACHINE BREAK-IN .......................4 QUALITY ASSURANCE/MACHINE BREAK-IN .......................4 WALK-BEHIND POWER TROWEL WARRANTY ....................5 WALK-BEHIND POWER TROWEL WARRANTY ....................5 MAINTENANCE RECORD ............................6 MAINTENANCE RECORD ............................6 ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS..........................7 ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS..........................7 FOREWORD................................9...
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL WALK-BEHIND POWER TROWEL WARRANTY All products sold by Bartell Morrison Inc. and Bartell Morrison (USA) LLC (the “Company”) are warranted against defects in materials and/or workmanship; excluding normal wear on wearing components and components covered by a separate original manufacturers warranty, for a period of 24 months from the date of sale to the original end user purchaser provided that certain conditions have been met.
However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your Bartell dealer. For your convenience we have provided this space to record relevant data about your Walk-Behind Power Trowel.
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Routine Service Each After 1.5 Each 3 Each 6 Each 9 Each 12 months months months months months Intervals 50 hrs 100 hrs 200 hrs 300 hrs 400 hrs General Inspection: Guards Check Warning stickers Check Test run: Check operation...
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WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Routine Service Intervals Due to the nature and environment of use, Walk-Behind Power Trowels could be exposed to severe operating conditions. Some general maintenance guidelines will extend the useful life of your trowel. The initial service for your power trowel should be performed after 25 hours of use, at which time your mechanic (or authorized repair shop) should complete all of the recommended checks in the schedule above.
Form a small “L” bend in the cable, hook the esult! connection, attach wire to terminal provided at Your new Bartell Walk-Behind Power Trowel has been inner cable into the throttle block and tighten cable “ON/OFF” location. shipped to you partially assembled. Filling the fuel tank clamp down onto the casing.
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WALK-BEHIND TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL SETUP PROCEDURE Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Step 1: Trowel shown with handle separate. (Fig. 1) Step 2: Lay handle on ring to prepare for assembly. (Fig. 2 and 3) Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Step 3: Install pitch control cable to yoke and install locknut loosely (Fig.
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WALK-BEHIND TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Step 5: Unwrap throttle control and engine safety shut-off wires to prepare for their assembly. (Fig. 7 and 8) Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Step 6: Remove air filter cover and air filter. (Fig. 9) Step 7: Check for free moving engine throttle control lever and loosen pivot nut if necessary (Fig.
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WALK-BEHIND TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Fig. 13 Fig. 14 Step 10: Secure the wire to the cable clamp while Step 11: Check operation of throttle control lever. pushing with slight pressure forward. (Fig. 13) (Fig. 11 and 14) Fig. 16 Fig. 15 Step 12: Reinstall air filter and cover (Fig.
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL OPERATION (Floating) STOPPING PROCEDURE When the slab has set sufficiently firm that the 1. Throttle engine down. operator’s footprint leaves a very slight depression on 2. Turn off stop switch. the surface of the slab, it is ready for the floating operation.
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL STORAGE MAINTENANCE The following steps should be taken to prepare your Maintaining your Walk-Behind Power Trowel will insure Walk-Behind Power Trowel for extended storage. long life to the machine and its components. 1. Close fuel shut off valve. AIR CLEANER - Keep air filter clean at all times.
The electric models of Bartell Power Trowels require appropriate power sources, connections, extension cords, and surge protection. Bartell Morrison Inc. is not responsible for damage to person or property due to improper use or setup of an Electric Power Trowel. Select your power supply and other provisions based on the specific type of trowel being operated.
Do not pull the trowel by the safety switch housing. Always unplug the trowel for storage or transportation. SETTING UP THE ELECTRIC POWER TROWEL The Bartell Electric Power Trowel ships without the handle attached. When installing the handle, ensure that the control plug at the lower end...
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4. Brace your hip against the shield pad on the handle for better control. Bartell Electric Power Trowels operate at a constant speed which is achieved immediately after startup, so there will be some kick.
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMEN T FIXTURE PART #20801 Ex: Unit 36” (B436) 1)10810A – Trowel arm 2)10817A – Lift lever 3)10808 – Jam nut 4)10809 – Set screw 5)10824 – Block top 6)10507 – Bolt 7)10808 –...
WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING WON’T START MACHINE JUMPS ON FLOOR • Throttle fully open • Concrete hardened on bottom of spider plate • Hand lever wire broken • Trowels unevenly worn • No gas • Spider plate seized •...
8” x 14" 38 ½" Up to 165 lb. (gas option) Size Trowel Size Blade Size Weight B436 (90 cm) 9 hp Honda OHV (25 x 36 cm) (15 x 36 cm) (20 x 36 cm) (98 cm) (75 kg) 36”...
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WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Declaration of Conformity / Certificat de conformité / Gelijkvormigheids certificaat Declaración de Conformidad/Declaração de Conformidade/Dichiarazione Di Conformita Bartell Morrison Inc. Bartell Morrison (USA) LLC. 375 Annagem Blvd. 12 Industrial Drive Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Keyport, New Jersey, United States of America...
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Numero de serie da maquina Numero de serie do motor Massa Modello Numero di seria la macchina Numero di seria la motore Massa (kg) B436 Walk Behind Power Trowel (56.8) Noise Level Pressure level Vibration level Puissance acoustique Pression acoustique Niveau de vibration...
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PARTS BOOK WALK-BEHIND TROWELS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446 GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446 w/CVT 2. BASE UNIT ASSEMBLY 3. HANDLE ASSEMBLY: FINE PITCH 4. HANDLE ASSEMBLY: EUROPEAN SPEC. 5. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY 6. CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 7. SPIDER PLATE AND PRESSURE PLATE ASSEMBLY 8.
PARTS LIST 1 WALK-BEHIND TROWELS GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446...
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PARTS LIST 1 WALK-BEHIND TROWELS GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. REMARK BASE UNIT 6/8/2004 20442 STABILIZER RING 8/21/2007 10442 SHOULDER BOLT 8/21/2007 20562 HANDLE ASSEMBLY, STANDARD 6/8/2004 20611 HANDLE ASSEMBLY, EUROPEAN 1/17/2008 SQUARE KEY, 3/16” x 1 7/8”LG 8/16/2007 11003 ENGINE...
PARTS LIST 1 WALK-BEHIND TROWELS GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446 w/CVT...
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PARTS LIST 1 WALK-BEHIND TROWELS GENERAL ASSEMBLY - B446 w/CVT ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. REMARK BASE UNIT 6/8/2004 20442 STABILIZER RING 8/21/2007 10442 SHOULDER BOLT 8/21/2007 20562 HANDLE ASSEMBLY, STANDARD 6/8/2004 20611 HANDLE ASSEMBLY, EUROPEAN 1/17/2008 SQUARE KEY, 3/16” x 1 7/8”LG 8/16/2007 11003 ENGINE...
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