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TROWEL REPAIR FOREWORD This manual covers machines with Serial Number or Item Number: 0007587, 0007589, 0007590, 0007591, 0007592, 0007594, 0007595, 0007596, 0007597, 0007598, 0007599, 0007601, 0007602, 0007603, 0007697, 0008001, 0008002, 0008003, 0008004, 0008005, 0008006, 0008007, 0008008, 0008011, 0008012, 0008013, 0008014, 0008015, 0008016, 0008019, 0008020, 0008026, 0008027, 0008028, 0008031, 0008032, 0008034, 0008036, 0008040, 0008041, 0008197, 0008198, 0008199, 0008225, 0008226 Operating / Parts Information You must be familiar with the operation of this machine before you attempt to troubleshoot or make any repairs to it.
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FOREWORD TROWEL REPAIR Nameplate A nameplate listing the Model Number and Serial Number OR the Model Number, Item Number, Revision, and Serial Number is attached to each unit. Please record the information found on this plate so it will be available should the nameplate become lost or damaged.
INTRODUCTION TROWEL REPAIR Safety Notes This manual contains NOTES, CAUTIONS, and WARNINGS which must be followed to reduce the possibility of improper service, damage to the equipment, or personal injury. Read and follow all NOTES, CAUTIONS and WARNINGS included in instructions. Note: Contains additional information important to a procedure.
TROWEL REPAIR INTRODUCTION Operating Safety Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this equipment! Equipment operated improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous! Read the operating instructions contained in both the operator's manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. WARNING ALWAYS be sure operator is familiar with proper NEVER allow anyone to operate this equipment...
INTRODUCTION TROWEL REPAIR Service Safety Poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary. WARNING DO NOT attempt to clean or service machine ALWAYS keep area around muffler free of debris while it is running.
INTRODUCTION TROWEL REPAIR Application General Description The CT series of trowels are modern, high production For the CT product line of trowels, engine power is machines intended for floating and finishing freshly poured transferred through a centrifugal clutch and V-belt to the concrete slabs.
TROWEL REPAIR GUIDE HANDLE Throttle Control Lever Adjustment The throttle control is used to vary the speed of the engine and to control the rpm of the trowel blades to meet specific applications and job conditions. The throttle control uses ratchet action to select and hold the desired throttle position.
GUIDE HANDLE TROWEL REPAIR Twist Pitch Control Cable Replacement Disassembly: 1. Remove two retaining nuts from the pitch control cable 2. Disengage cable from fork and slide through pulley 3. Remove two M8 screws holding handle to handle base . Carefully pull handle and control cable away from handle base.
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TROWEL REPAIR GUIDE HANDLE Assembly: 1. Place control cable terminal into Twist Control assembly . Drive roll pin into assembly. 2. Lubricate threads on Twist Control assembly. Slide cable down into handle. Turn twist control assembly fully counterclockwise. 3. Place Twist Control assembly into handle, lining up holes in handle.
GUIDE HANDLE TROWEL REPAIR ® Pro-Shift Pitch Control Cable Replacement Disassembly: ® 1. Push Pro-Shift handle all the way forward. Re- move two M6 screws and cover from Pro- Shift ® assembly. 2. Remove two retaining nuts from the pitch control cable 3.
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TROWEL REPAIR GUIDE HANDLE Assembly: 1. Place Pro-Shift ® housing in a vise. Make sure that the two washers , wave spring , and serrated plate are positioned properly over each pivot tube. 2. Slide control cable over dowel pin. Slide dowel pin back into position through handle legs .
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GUIDE HANDLE TROWEL REPAIR 7. Check movement of handle. Handle should be able to move with some resistance. Adjust nut as necessary. 8. Reinstall cover over assembly using M6 screws . Torque to 7 ft.lbs. (10 Nm). 9. Slide pitch control cable through handle and insert Pro-Shift ®...
TROWEL REPAIR CLUTCH Belt Replacement The trowel is equipped with a self-adjusting clutch. This clutch automatically tightens the belt and compensates for belt wear. Replace the belt if the clutch can no longer tighten belt enough to engage gearbox without slipping. To replace belt: 1.
TROWEL REPAIR CLUTCH Clutch Replacement Removal: 1. Remove drive belt as described in Section 3.1 Belt Replacement. 2. Remove 5/16x18 screw and 5/16 washer which secures clutch assembly to crankshaft. 3. Loosen setscrew on clutch assembly. Pull clutch assembly from crankshaft. If a 3-jaw puller is used, thread in screw 4-6 turns to protect threads in crankshaft.
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SPIDER TROWEL REPAIR Spider Disassembly: WARNING Disconnect or remove spark plug to avoid acci- dentally starting engine when turning trowel blades. 1. Remove retaining ring from fork ring shaft Slide shaft out from lifting fork and gearcase. 2. Slide fork free of lifting ring. If necessary, disconnect pitch control cable 1001RM07 3.
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TROWEL REPAIR SPIDER Assembly: 1. Inspect bearing sleeve inside blade lift ring. If excessively worn or damaged, replace. Lubricate with anti-seize compound. Slide over spider. (p, r) 2. If trowel blade pivots were disassembled, apply Loctite 243 or equivalent and reinstall. 3.
DRIVETRAIN TROWEL REPAIR Engine Removal: 1. Remove M6 wing nut , filter cover, second M6 wing nut, and filter. 2. Disconnect throttle cable from throttle lever 3. Disconnect electric control cable from front of engine. Cut tie-wraps holding cable to engine. 4.
DRIVETRAIN TROWEL REPAIR Gearcase Removal: 1. Remove engine as described in Section 5.2 Engine - Removal. 2. Remove pulley from gearcase input shaft with three jaw puller. 3. Remove key . Inspect key and keyways for signs of shearing. Replace key if deformed or edges are rounded.
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TROWEL REPAIR DRIVETRAIN Installation: 1. Lower trowel guard ring over gearcase. 2. Replace two M8 screws , two B8 washers wire assembly Note: One washer goes on each side of wire assembly prior to placing screw in place. 3. Apply Loctite 243 or equivalent to screw threads. Replace two M8 screws in front part of gearcase.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROWEL REPAIR Machine Troubleshooting Machines are available with different engine options. Troubleshooting procedures will differ slightly between engine models. Refer to the engine manufacturer's Repair Manuals for specific troubleshooting and repair procedures. These manuals are available from WACKER Corporation. Problem / Symptom Reason / Remedy Engine does not start.
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SEALANTS Use Of Threadlockers and Sealants Threadlocking adhesives and sealants are specified throughout this manual and should be used where indicated. Threadlocking compounds normally break down at temperatures above 350° F (175° C). If a screw or bolt is hard to remove, heat it using a small propane torch to break down sealant.
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TORQUE VALUES Metric Fasteners (DIN) WRENCH SIZE TORQUE VALUES (Based on Bolt Size and Hardness) 12.9 10.9 10.9 12.9 Size Ft.Lb. Ft.Lb. Ft.Lbs. Inch Metric Inch Metric 7/32 9/32 5/16 11/16 15/16 1-1/16 1-1/4 Inch Fasteners (SAE) SAE 5 SAE 8 Size Ft.Lb.
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Wacker Construction Equipment AG · Preußenstraße 41 · D-80809 München · Tel.: +49-(0)89-354 02 - 0 · Fax: +49 - (0)89-354 02-390 Wacker Corporation · P.O. Box 9007 · Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-9007 · Tel. : +1-(1)(262) 255-0500 · Fax: +1-(1)(262) 255-0550 · Tel. : (800) 770-0957 Wacker Asia Pacific Operations ·...
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