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OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL STR46SPVGH
MODEL STR46SPVGH
MODEL STR46SPVGH
MODEL STR46SPVGH
MODEL STR46SPVGH
RIDE ON POWER TROWEL
(B & S VANGUARD GASOLINE ENGINE)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Revision #0 (07/17/08)
To find the latest revision of this
publication, visit our website at:
www.multiquip.com
P/N 22315

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL MODEL STR46SPVGH MODEL STR46SPVGH MODEL STR46SPVGH MODEL STR46SPVGH MODEL STR46SPVGH RIDE ON POWER TROWEL (B & S VANGUARD GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (07/17/08) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
  • Page 2 WARNING WARNING SILICOSIS WARNING RESPIRATORY HAZARDS Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials with silica in their composition may give other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal basic component of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and injury or illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance ............22-36 Decals ..............37 Troubleshooting ..........38-39 Terms And Conditions of Sale-Parts ....... 40 Specifications and part numbers are NOTE subject to change without notice STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 3...

  • Page 4: Training Checklist

    . ) s i h c r o t Operator _________________________________________ Trainee __________________________________________ COMMENTS: PAGE 4 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 4...

  • Page 5: Daily Pre-Operation Checklist

    S - t i w o i t i r e l o r o i t i t i d . s t l COMMENTS: STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 5...

  • Page 6: Safety Message Alert Symbols

    Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols. PAGE 6 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 6...
  • Page 7 CAUTI CAUTION CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI This Ride-On Trowel, other property, or the surrounding environment could be damaged if you do not follow instructions. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 7...

  • Page 8: Rules For Safe Operation

    Fire or explosion could result from fuel safety regulations. vapors , or if fuel is spilled on a hot! engine. PAGE 8 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 8...
  • Page 9 ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 9...
  • Page 10 , rinse eyes immediately towing. with plenty of water, then contact the nearest doctor or hospital and seek medical attention. PAGE 10 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 10...

  • Page 11: Rules For Safe Operation

    Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil or debris on the machine. Fix damage to the trowel immediately and always replace broken parts. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 11...

  • Page 12: Dimensions

    “ normal ” circumstances. Sound pressure may vary value from these measurements. depending upon the condition of the concrete. Hearing protection is always recommended. PAGE 12 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 12...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    . n i STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 13...

  • Page 14: General Information

    Each control may perform more than one function. The functions of each control or indicator is on pages 15 and 16. PAGE 14 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 14...

  • Page 15: Controls And Indicators

    Maximum blade speed is accomplished by fully depressing Oil Indicator Light - Lights red when oil pressure is low. the foot pedal. Figure 3. STR46SPVGH Controls and Indicators (Front) STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 15...

  • Page 16: Controls And Indicators

    26. Belt Guard – Encloses drive belt used in conjunction with clutch. Figure 4. STR46SPVGH Controls and Indicators (Rear) PAGE 16 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 16...

  • Page 17: Engine Components

    Starter – Starts engine when ignition key is rotated to the gain access to filter element. "ON" position. Oil Pan – Reservoir for engine oil. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 17...

  • Page 18: Setup

    Positive Cable (RED) Figure 6. Battery Cable Orientation PAGE 18 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 18...

  • Page 19: Inspection

    Always clean up spilled fuel the oil fill plug located on top of the gearbox, and refill with immediately. ISO 220 A GMA GR 5 EP oil. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 19...

  • Page 20: Operation

    Slow blade speed is obtained by slightly depressing the engine starting procedure. the pedal. Maximum blade speed is obtained by fully depressing the pedal. PAGE 20 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 20...

  • Page 21: Operation

    Table 3. Try to practice controlled to the trowel arms. motions as if you were finishing a slab of concrete. Practice edging and covering a large area. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 21...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    Check drive belt for excessive wear. 10. Cooling Fan Replace engine oil and filter as necessary, see engine Figure 13. Engine Service Areas manual. PAGE 22 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 22...
  • Page 23 Figure 14. Air Cleaner Components Seal Figure 15. Oil Filter Be sure to coat the seal (Item A) of the new oil filter with clean engine oil. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 23...
  • Page 24 Clean exterior with a cloth soaked in clean oil. Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture and dust- free location out of direct sunlight. PAGE 24 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 24...
  • Page 25 If the drive belt is worn or damaged, replace the drive belt. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 25...
  • Page 26 Lower Pulley Spread Apart Lower Pulley Movable Face Squeeze and Pull Up To Spread Lower Pulley Figure 18. Expanding Lower Drive Pulley PAGE 26 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 26...
  • Page 27 Install the three screws that secure the CV-joint to the left- precautions. side gearbox coupler. Remove the three screws that secure the CV-joint to the left-side gearbox coupler. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 27...
  • Page 28 Drive V-Belt Centrifugal Force (Outward-Arrows) Variable Pitch Pulley Figure 23. Torque Converter (Centrifugal Figure 22. Torque Converter/Variable Pitch Force) Pulley PAGE 28 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 28...
  • Page 29 The driven pulley moveable face is controlled by a spring and belt tension. Drive Pulley Driven Pulley Neutral Low Speed High Speed Figure 26. Pulley Conditions STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 29...
  • Page 30 Spring Driven Pulley Fixed Face Moveable Face Cam Bracket Figure 27. Pulley Spring and Cam Bracket Figure 28. Pitch Towers PAGE 30 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 30...
  • Page 31 If you can see that one of them is not making may help loosen any concrete that has started to harden. contact, some adjustment will be necessary. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 31...
  • Page 32 Figure 31 illustrates the " correct alignment " for a spider plate Figure 32. Spider/Gearbox Removal (as shipped from the factory). PAGE 32 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 32...
  • Page 33 6. Wire brush any build-up of concrete from all six sides of the Figure 34. Stabilizer Ring trowel arm. Repeat this for the remaining arms. STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 33...
  • Page 34 DOWN position. (B in Figure 38. Checking Trowel Arm Flatness Figure 40). PAGE 34 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 34...
  • Page 35 Trowel Arm Adjustment Fixture " Lithum 12" based grease, conforming to NLG1 Grade #2 Locking Bolts consistency. Shim Figure 41. Trowel Arm Adjustment Fixture Components STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 35...
  • Page 36 Blade Assembly Knob, Tie-Down Z-Clip Pans Tie-Down, Blade Z-Clip, Pan Figure 42. Z-Clip Finisher Pan Installation PAGE 36 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 36...

  • Page 37: Decals

    BELT DRIVE CLOCKWISE 22086 20525 GEAR DRIVE GEAR DRIVE CHECK CHECK 21455 30053 COUNTER CLOCKWISE 35168 LIFTING POINT LIFTING POINT 13118 LUBRICATION LUBRICATION 22087 LUBRICATION LUBRICATION STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 37...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    . t n i l l o i t o e l i n i f y l n . y r PAGE 38 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 38...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    . t s t f a e v i t s i o i s e r r . t c STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 39...
  • Page 40 NOTE PAGE PAGE 40 — HHN 31V STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 40...

  • Page 41: Terms And Conditions Of Sale-Parts

    310-661-4242 • 877-BUY-STOW FAX: 310-604-9237 E-MAIL: stow@stowmfg.com Atlanta • Boise • Newark • Quebec, Canada www.stowmfg.com Manchester, UK • Rio de Janeiro, BR • Puebla, MX STR46SPVGH • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/17/08) — PAGE 41...
  • Page 42 OPERATION MANUAL HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING STOW MAIN OFFICE Post Office Box 6254 888-252-STOW Carson, Ca 90749 FAX: 310-537-1986 Email: stow@multiquip.com Internet: www.stowmfg.com PARTS DEPARTMENT 800-427-1244 FAX: 800-672-7877 310-537-3700...

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