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These instructions include: Safety regulations Operating instructions Maintenance instructions · These instructions have been prepared for operation on the construction site and for the maintenance engineer. These instructions are intended to simplify operation of the machine and to avoid · malfunctions through improper operation.
Manufacturer. Therefore, additional statements, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranty and should not be relied upon. Effective September 2007. Stone Construction Equipment, Inc. 8662 Main Street, P. O. Box 150 ...
Stone Mud Buggy! You've made an excellent choice! Stone buggies have been specifically designed as the ideal machine for the profes- sional contractor who is engaged in professional concrete finishing. The Stone Mud Buggy is ergonomically engineered to optimize operator interface with the total machine--it's really "user friendly".
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Introduction Heavy Duty Frame Reduces vibration, increases traction and lowers center of gravity for stability--empty or full. Poly- ontoured Tub Easy-to-clean, heavy-duty polethylene tub designed and contoured to control splash. It is easily removed with six bolts and can be replaced with optional steel tub. Tub and base can be exchanged with the Stake Bed.
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Health & DECAL PLACEMENT Safety efore using this equipment, study this entire manual to become familiar with its operation. Do not allow untrained or unauthorized personnel, especially children, to operate this equipment. Use only factory autho- rized parts for service. When warning decals are destroyed or missing, contact the Manufacturer immediately at 1-800-888-9926 for replacement.
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Health & ECAL PLACEMENT Safety NOTICE WARNING ADVERTENCIA LIFT POINT Cut, crush and tip over hazards. Peligro de cortes, aplastamientos y volcaduras. Lift point for stake bed only. Punto de izamiento solo para plataforma de estacas. AVISO Do not use stake bed lift point to lift machine. No utilice el punto de izamiento de la plataforma de estacas para elevar la máquina.
Health & FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Carefully read all safety messages and decals in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep decals in good condition. Replace missing or damaged decals. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs.
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Health & PROPER VENTILATION Safety Never operate unit in a poorly ventilated or enclosed area. Avoid prolonged breathing of exhaust gases. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
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Health & Safety USE COMMON SENSE WHEN HAN LING FUELS Transport and handle fuel only when contained in approved safety containers. Do not smoke when refueling the engine or during any other fuel handling operation. If fuel is spilled during refueling, wipe it off from the engine immediately and discard the rag in a safe place.
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Health & Safety WARNING - USE CAUTION Never leave equipment unattended while running. Be certain you can control both speed and direction before moving. This is a one-person buggy. Never permit riders. Avoid sharp turns at high speed. ISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the environment and ecology.
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Health & BATTERY CHARGING Safety Read and understand the Maintenance Section of this manual before attempting to charge the battery. Before using a charger, read all the manufacturers instructions for, and caution markings on (1) charger and (2) battery. Wear personal protective equipment including gloves and complete eye protection that protects eyes from all angles.
Health & Safety AFETY U E hese machines are designed to carry out the function of moving concrete, mor tar, gravel, dir t, debr is, paneling, or shingles. If used correctly they will provide an effective and safe means of moving loads and meet the appropriate performance standards.
operation GENERAL SAFETY NOTES If Applicable, Observe the Following Points for Your Safety and Protection Operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the following safety precautions. These precautions are given here for your safety. Review them carefully before operating the machine and before performing general maintenance or repairs. Supervising personnel should develop additional precautions relating to specific work area and local safety regulations.
Observe the Following Points, If Applicable, to Prevent Damage to the Machine Always replace hoses, couplers and other parts with parts supplied or recommended by Stone Construction Equipment, Inc. NEVER USE SPARE PARTS OF INFERIOR SPECIFICATION. Never allow unqualified people to perform repairs on the machine.
operation SAFETY SYMBOLS Safety symbols are used in these instructions to bring attention to actions that may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. Always observe these symbols, they are included for your safety and for the protection of the machine. ELIVERY INSPECTION Upon receipt of your equipment, CAREFULLY CHECK FOR ANY FREIGHT DAMAGE.
operation MACHINE CLEANLINESS Keep unit clean of all debris. Make sure foot stand stays clean to prevent accidents. PRE-START CHECKLIST Read Operator Manual and check that operator and engine controls function properly before starting. arranty is VOID if run without Check the oil level before starting the engine.
operation TARTING THE MACHINE o Start ead Operator Manual before operating machine. 1. Set parking brake to on position (figure 1) 2. Turn engine choke to full on Parking Brake On position 3. Turn gas to open position (figure 4. Turn engine fuel stop switch to run...
operation MACHINE OPERATION 1. Start engine as described under section Starting The Machine. 2. Adjust throttle lever to obtain desired PM (figure 2). elease parking brake lever to off position (figure 4). 4. Two controls are located on the handle bar (see figure 3). The control on the operators left-hand side is for reverse and the control on the right-hand side is for forward motion.
MOUNTING/DI MOUNTING BUGGY operation Always use three point contact when mounting the buggy. Three points refers to three out of four arms/legs are in contact with buggy during mounting and dismounting. Always face the buggy whether mounting or dismounting. DUMPING OPERATION Capacity Know the load capacities of your buggy and never exceed them.
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operation who will be using it, with the location and proper use of the controls to insure safe and efficient operation. everse Speed Control Handle Forward Speed Control Handle Dump Handle Brake Pedal Parking Brake Dump Pedal figure 3 MUD BUGGY...
operation QUICK RELEA E DUAL WHEEL ( B1600 AND FB1000 ONLY) Changing Dual Wheel to Single Wheel Standard Machine 1. Jack machine up. Apply parking brake. emove five (5) lug bolts. emove outer wheel. emove five (5) lug nuts from inner dual wheel adapter then remove adapter. eplace five (5) lug nuts on inner wheel and torque to 90 ft.
operation COLD WEATHER TARTING Hard starting may occur in temperatures below 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Using a lighter grade of oil in both the engine and hydraulic tank is recommended. eturn oil to the proper grade when temperatures are above 35 degrees Fahrenheit. HO E , FITTING AND LEAKAGE Check weekly for loose hose fittings, damage, and leakage--it is important to check entire machine periodically.
operation TRAN PORTING MACHINE When transporting unit, observe overall height for proper clearance of obstacles overhead. Make sure bucket is lowered and latched down. Secure unit with the proper devices and in the proper locations. MUD BUGGY LIFTING POINT The unit can be hoisted with three (3) lift points under the hopper. Tilt the hopper forward to locate the three lift loops and attach chain or straps at each of the loops as shown below.
operation Proper Tie Down Practices ie unit down with proper devices. Make sure all blocking is secure. Proper Transportation Practices Always know overall height to allow proper clearance for overhead obstructions such as power lines, overhangs, and doorways when transporting unit on a high vehicle YDRAULIC OIL Check oil sight gauge (see figure 7) located on the side of the hydraulic oil tank in the engine compartment when the oil is at ambient temperature.
operation Engine anual Fill the gas tank with clean gasoline from a safety can. Consult the supplied with this unit for the proper type of gasoline required. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. ARDWARE Check all hardware on equipment before starting. Consult the orque Chart section in the Service/Parts manual and tighten any loose hardware accordingly.
Maintenance FIRST SERVICE 50 OURS After the 50 hour break-in period, perform the following services: Change the engine oil (See Engine Oil section). Clean air filter (see Engine Air Filter section) ADDITIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION his is not a detailed engine service manual. For more detailed service information refer to engine manuals.
Maintenance C ASSIS GREASE/LUBE POINTS See Lubrication Specifications for requirements. Pivot Points (2 fittings) Cylinder Pivots (2 fittings) Steering Pivot (1 fitting--located on steering housing) Rear Wheel Bearings--repack bearings yearly Grease weekly using a grease gun. Remove the blue protection caps before greasing and replace when finished.
Maintenance ENGINE Refer to engine manual for specific engine information. Engine Oil Change oil after the first 50 hours, then change oil every 100 hours under normal use. For severe service, change engine oil every 50 hours. Remove the oil filler cap and drain bolt. Drain oil into a suitable container Clean and install the drain bolt, tighten securely.
Maintenance IMPORTA T: Only a special air cleaning gun should be used. Concentrated air pressure from an ordinary nozzle may severely damage filter element. DO NO exceed 30 PSI (2.1 bar) when cleaning filter element. Inspect filter to determine if it is practical to clean or for damage after cleaning filter.
Maintenance ELECTRIC START OPTION Inspect battery connections daily for cleanliness and tightness. Replace worn or frayed wires. BATTERY For battery replacement call Exide at 800-782-7848 for battery equal to 12V 165 CCA battery. See Engine Specifications Section for battery requirements. Battery vapors can explode.
BATTERY POLICY Battery warranty begins when equipment is sold from Stone Construction Equipment, Inc. or a Stone dealer to a customer. Battery warranty claims must include the units purchase receipt with date. Claims without purchase receipt will be based on the battery identification numbers.
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Maintenance Breather CAUTIO : he hydraulic breather cap is designed to pressurize the reservoir to 5 PSI. Loosen cap slowly to avoid injury whenever adding oil or working on the hydraulic system. Use a wrench on the hex directly under the cap. Lock Down Screw...
Maintenance TRANSMISSION he hydrostatic transmission is properly adjusted when no movement of the unit is visible when controls are released. Transmission Return to Neutral Adjustment he hydrostatic transmission is equipped with a self-centering device that centers the swash plate to stop flow to the wheel motors, stopping the machine. If unit creeps one direction when controls are released adjustment may be required.
Maintenance TIRES, LUGNUTS AND ARDWARE DO NO exceed rated pressure. o ensure long tire life and safe handling check tire pressure weekly. Proper inflation pressure on pneumatic filled tire is 50 lbs/(3.5 Bar). Proper Care--Inspect tires for cuts, slashes, or bulges. ires with defects need to be replaced or repaired for proper handling and safety.
Maintenance STORAGE If equipment is taken out of operation for the Winter season or a prolonged period, follow below procedures to prevent machine or engine damage. Clean the unit completely. Drain the fuel system and fill it with preservative fuel. If preservative fuel is not used, the system can be kept full with normal fuel but the fuel must be drained and discarded at the end of the storage period.
Maintenance MAINTENANCE C ART MAC INE BREAKDOWN MPORTANT! he person attempting ny of the following maintenance tasks must be authorized to do so and have read understood sections wit hin this manual. E1 - E6 MUD BUGGY...
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. ADVERTENCIA SEGÚN PROPOSICIÓN 65 DEL ESTADO DE CALI- FORNIA: El uso de este equipo y/o los vapores de escape del motor de este producto producen agentes químicos reconocidos en el Estado de California como causantes del cáncer, de defectos congénitos y de otros daños al sistema reproductor.
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