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HDX600 - RIDING TROWEL
SAFETY & OPERATIONS MANUAL
Manual Part #: 069970 | Revision: -
Language: English | Original Instructions

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  • Page 1 HDX600 - RIDING TROWEL SAFETY & OPERATIONS MANUAL Manual Part #: 069970 | Revision: - Language: English | Original Instructions...
  • Page 2 No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronics or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Allen Engineering Corporation (AEC). AEC assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

  • Page 3: Limited Warranty And Limitation Of Liability

    Allen reserves the choice to repair or replace. 2. If Allen chooses to replace the part, it will be at no cost to the customer and will be made available to the Allen Distributor, Dealer, or Rental Center from whom the End User purchased the product.
  • Page 4 Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION Page 4 069970...

  • Page 5: Information Contained In This Manual

    Complete any warranty requirements as specified by the engine manufacturer in their instructions found inside the manual box located on the back of the riding trowel operator’s seat. Your engine and clutch is not manufactured by Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc, and therefore is not covered under Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc warranty.
  • Page 6 Seat Vibration Average Vibration Average Vibration Average 100 dB (A) 0.256 m/sec² 1.323 m/sec² 1.09 m/sec² This information was acquired from sound and vibration analysis tests conducted at Allen Engineering Corporation test facilities. OPERATOR IS NOT LIMITED Page 6 069970...
  • Page 7 GENERAL INFORMATION Your Dealer has Allen Engineering Corporation trained mechanics and original Allen replacement parts. Always contact the Allen Dealer who sold you this machine for Allen Certified repairs and replacement parts. Place Allen Dealer information below for future reference.

  • Page 8: Model And Serial Number

    Model & Serial Number / GENERAL Unit Identification INFORMATION Manufacturer’s Codes: When ordering parts or requesting service information, you will always be asked to specify the model and serial numbers of the machine. The legends below specifically defines each significant character or group of characters of the Model Number and Serial Number codes.

  • Page 9: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications / GENERAL Machine Dimension Detail INFORMATION Machine Specifications • Horse Power: ......................50 hp [37.3 kW] • Fuel Capacity: ......................13 Gal [49.2 L] • Retardant Capacity: ....................... 6 Gal [22.7 L] • Fuel Consumption (Approx.): ..................2.4 GPH [9.1 LPH] •...

  • Page 10: Engine Specifications

    Engine Specifications GENERAL INFORMATION Hatz Engine Information Model: ......... . 3H50TIC Fuel Type: .

  • Page 11: Engine Parts

    Engine Parts GENERAL INFORMATION REF. # PART NAME Intake Opening for Combustion Air Oil Filler Plug, Top (Option) Oil Filter Main Fuel Filter Side Oil Drain Screw Fuel Pre-Filter Drain Plug with Integrated Water Level Sensor Electric Fuel Pump Engine Type Plate Starter (Low Mounting Position) Dipstick Oil Filler Plug, Bottom (Option)
  • Page 12 SECTION 1 SAFETY SECTION 1 SAFETY Page 12 069970...
  • Page 13 Federal / State Warning Regulations SECTION 1 SAFETY RESPIRATORY HAZARDS Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes con- taining chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 14 Manual Tag Safety Detail SECTION 1 SAFETY Safety-Alert Signs This manual contains Safety-Alert Signs, as defined below, which must be followed to reduce the possibility of improper servi ce damage to the equipment or personal injury. Read and follow all Safety-Alert Signs included in this manual. NOTE defines an operating procedure, condition, etc.
  • Page 15 Spark Arrestor Notice SECTION 1 SAFETY Some states require that in certain locations arrestors be used on internal combustion engines. A spark arrester is a device designed to prevent the discharge of spark or flames from the engine exhaust. It is often required when operating equipment on forested land to prevent the risk of fires.

  • Page 16: Operating Safety

    Operating Safety SECTION 1 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 this manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls.
  • Page 17 Engine Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling. Read and follow the warning instruc- tions in the engine owner’s manual and the safety guidelines below. Failure to follow the warnings and safety guidelines could result in severe injury or death.

  • Page 18: Service Safety

    Service Safety SECTION 1 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. • ALWAYS disconnect the battery before servicing the equipment. •...
  • Page 19 Lifting Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY ALWAYS DO A THOROUGH INSPECTION OF THE SLINGS, CHAINS, AND HOOKS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LIFT THE MACHINE! OSHA has set forth guidelines which detail the use of Rigging Equipment for Material handling. This guideline is found under OSHA Standard Number: 1926.251 Please read and follow all guidelines found in this standard.

  • Page 20: Lifting Safety

    Lifting Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY • When lifting the machine, all personnel must be clear of the machine. • DO NOT stand near or under the machine while it is being lifted. Lifting instructions using a hoist: • An optional lifting harness is available for purchase. Part number 064798 •...
  • Page 21 Transportation Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY • Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross vehicle weight rating.” • ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. Never tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc. •...
  • Page 22 Pan Installation Safety - Lifting Bridle SECTION 1 SAFETY This section details the proper technique to utilize the lifting bridle system in a safe manner to install concrete finishing pans. (NOTE: Images are for illustration purposes only) Use a lifting sling (bridle) with a capacity of at least 2:1 weight ratio for the equipment being hoisted.
  • Page 23 Pan Installation Safety - Lifting Jacks SECTION 1 SAFETY This section details the proper technique to utilize the Dolly Jack system in a safe manner to install concrete finishing pans. (NOTE: Images are for illustration purposes only) Use the appropiate set of lifting jacks that are designed for the machine you are lifting. [See section "ACCESORIES"...

  • Page 24: Safety Decals

    Safety Decals SECTION 2 OPERATIONS DECAL - Left Cup Holder PART #: 069102 QTY: 1 DECAL - Pressure Ports PART #: 070129 QTY: 1 DECAL - Diesel Only PART #: 069104 QTY: 1 DECAL - Fuse Panel PART #: 070128 QTY: 1 DECAL - Retardant Only PART #: 065655...

  • Page 25: Operation

    SECTION 2 OPERATIONS SECTION 2 OPERATION 069970 Page 25...
  • Page 26 All Allen Engineering HDX600 Riders are equipped with a safety shutdown switch and a low oil warning for added job safety and engine protection. Operating time between fuel refills is approximately 2-1/2 to 3 hours depending on rotor speeds.

  • Page 27: Starting Procedures

    Start-up Procedure SECTION 2 OPERATIONS Before Starting Procedures Before operation each day check for the following: 1. All guards, side screens and panels are in place 2. All safety and information signs are in place and legible 3. Engine, Gearbox, and Hydraulic Oil levels are correct. 4.

  • Page 28: Machine Components

    Machine Components SECTION 2 OPERATIONS Operator Detail Page 28 069970...
  • Page 29 Machine Components SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 1. Operator Seat - Rotors will not spin unless operator is seated. Seat is adjustable. 2. Left Joystick - Used to move the rider forward and backward 3. Right Joystick - Used to move the rider forward, backward, left & right. 4.

  • Page 30: Trowel Operation

    Operating The Riding Trowel To utilize your Allen Engineering HDX600 rider to its fullest capacity the machine should be driven in the direction the operator is facing. This will finish the widest possible area while giving the operator an excellent view of the slab surface about to be troweled.
  • Page 31 Trowel Operation SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 3. Stopping the Trowel To stop the trowel’s movement, let go of the joysticks [B] and [C]. They will return to their neutral position. Also release pressure on the right foot pedal [E]. This machine is equipped with a seat kill switch mechanism. If in need of an emergency stop, simply turning the key off or raising off the seat even while holding the right foot pedal down, will stop the engine from running.
  • Page 32 Trowel Operation SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 1. Cruise Control This machine comes standard with a cruise control function. The cruise will allow the operator to remove their foot off the foot pedal and still maintain rotor function. To use the cruise control, enable the foot switch so that the rotors engage, then pull up on the cruise control button.

  • Page 33: Engine Control Unit (Ecu)

    Engine Control Unit (ECU) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS The Murphy PowerView 380 features robust, multifunction displays for advanced monitoring of multiple electronic engines. It’s capable of monitoring multiple engines and machine parameters on an easy to-read 3.8-inch (97mm) QVGA monochrome LCD. The display is capable of handling sophisticated engine diagnostics as well as basic engine alarm/shutdown.
  • Page 34 Engine Control Unit (ECU) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS Specifications: • AEC Part #: ......................066227 • Display: ..................3.8” Monochrome LCD • Resolution: ................QVGA, 320 x 240 Pixels • Orientation: ....................Landscape • Back-lighting: ....................LED, White • Flash Memory: ......................2Mb • RAM: ........................256kb •...
  • Page 35 Engine Control Unit (ECU) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS OPERATOR INTERFACE HOME SCREEN: This screen (shown above) is the instrument cluster screen and is where you will start to navigate to all other menus. BUTTON ONE: This button will swap the language between English and Spanish. BUTTON TWO: This button will display the Engine Fault Codes and the I/O Status Screen.
  • Page 36 The start up screen will display for 5 seconds once power is supplied to the control unit (the machine key is turned on). This screen will display the Allen logo, the Machine Series Name, and the relevant software information that is need- ed for troubleshooting...
  • Page 37 SECTION 3 SERVICE SECTION 3 SERVICE 069970 Page 37...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule SECTION 3 SERVICE Periodic Maintenance Schedule The table below list basic trowel and engine maintenance. Refer to OEM engine manufacturer’s Operation Manual for ad- ditional information on engine maintenance. A copy of the engine operator’s manual was supplied with the machine when it was shipped.
  • Page 39 Filter Replacement SECTION 3 SERVICE Replacement Filters Item Part # Description 065851 Pre-Fuel Filter 065852 Fuel Filter 065853 Oil Seperator 065854 Oil Filter 065855 Air Filter - Secondary 065856 Air Filter - Primary 069970 Page 39...

  • Page 40: Battery Jump Start Procedure

    Battery Jump Start Procedure SECTION 3 SERVICE Occasionally it may be necessary to jump start a weak battery. If jump starting is necessary the following procedure is recommended to prevent starter damage, battery damage, and personal injury. Jump starting a battery incorrectly can cause the battery to explode result- ing in severe personal injury or death.
  • Page 41 Lift Lever Adjustment SECTION 3 SERVICE Lift Lever Adjustment Procedure • Damage to and/or replacement of a trowel arm can change the adjustment of the lift lever. This can unbalance the trowel arms and cause the riding trowel to wobble during operation. To operate smoothly the lift lever on all trowel arms must be adjusted the same to ensure that the riding trowel is balanced correctly.

  • Page 42: Fault Codes

    Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes If the signal exceeds the applicable threshold APP_uRaw2SRCHigh_C (2388mV) a signal range violation is detected after the debouncing. Signal Range Check High for APP2 If the signal is below the applicable threshold APP_uRaw2SRCLow_C (280mV) a signal range violation is detected after debouncing.
  • Page 43 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Physical Range Check high for Charged Physical Range Air cooler down stream temperature Check high for Charged Air cooler Physical Range Check low for Charged down stream Air cooler down stream temperature temperature...
  • Page 44 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes If the raw sensor voltage RailP_uRaw exceeds the limiting value RailP_ SRC.uMax_C (4662,30mV) a fault will be detected. If the uncorrected Sensor Voltage Above Upper Limit raw sensor voltage RailP_uRawNoCor_mp exceeds the limiting value Wiring Harness or RailP_AdcMaxVal_C (4900mV) a fault will be detected.
  • Page 45 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Wiring Harness or Camshaft Sensor Defect or Wrong DFC for camshaft offset angle exceeded DFC for camshaft offset angle exceeded Mounting Position or Tone Wheel Mis-adjusted In between of several camshaft revo- lutions there are too many or too less...
  • Page 46 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Wiring Harness or Open Load of Metering Unit Input Detecting on Open Load Fault in the Metering Unit Component Output Stage of Over Temperature of Device Driver of Detection of a Metering Unit Power Stage Over-temperature ECU Defect or metering Unit...
  • Page 47 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Over-speed Detection in Component Over-speed 1769 Exceeding of the Engine-Speed Threshold EngPrt_nOvrSpd_C Engine Protection Caused By Driver DFC for Valve Position Sensor Voltage SRC High DFC for Valve Position Sensor Voltage SRC Low The negative limit for the governor deviation EGRVlv_GovDvtMonCal.
  • Page 48 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Array of DFC's for Failure in i+1 Glow 5324 Plug Array of DFC's for Short Circuit in i+1 Glow Plug 5325 Array of DFC's for Failure in i+1 Glow Plug Array of DFC's for Short Circuit in i+1...
  • Page 49 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Implausible energising times. The energising times of the zero fuel Diagnostic Fault Check to Report the quantity calibration ZFC MoFInjDat_tiPi- 20228 Error Due to Non-Plausibility in ZFC I1ZFCETCorMoFInjDat_tiPiI2ZFCETCor and MoFInjDat_tiPiI3ZFCETCor are tested on their plausible value ranges.
  • Page 50 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes In the case of a non active shut-off path test (MoCSOP_stActMsg == FALSE) whose debounce OCWDA_CTDEBSOPNOTACTV* 10ms has Diagnostic Fault Check to Report "WDA/ expired (counter OCWDA_ctDebSOPNotActv = 0) and an active ABE wire 20238 ABE Active"...
  • Page 51 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Irreversible error bit 2 set in MoCSOP_st ( counter MoCSOP_ctDebPSDia Diagnostic Fault Check to Report the >= MoCSOP_ctDebPSDia_C (2 Events) during over voltage detection of Error in Over-Voltage Monitoring the SOP test).
  • Page 52 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes 1. Leakage in the high pressure section 2. Injection nozzle stuck in open position 3. Worn high pres- sure pump If the rail pressure governor deviation Rail_pDvt exceeds the limiting Maximum Positive Deviation of Rail 4.
  • Page 53 Fault Codes SECTION 3 SERVICE Possible Fault Check Description Fault Detection Condition Code Code Causes Maximum Rail Maximum Rail Pressure Exceeded Pressure Exceeded Maximum Rail Maximum Rail Pressure Exceeded Pressure Exceeded (Second Stage) (Second Stage) Maximum Positive Maximum Positive Deviation of Rail 23614 Deviation of Rail Pressure Exceeded...

  • Page 54: Cleaning Procedure

    Cleaning Procedure SECTION 3 SERVICE Machine Cleaning Procedure When cleaning the machine, please adhere to the following information to ensure proper cleaning and to keep the machine in the best condition possible. Power Washing Procedure: • Ensure that the water pressure is below 2000 PSI (14 MPa) •...
  • Page 55 SECTION 4 ACCESSORIES SECTION 4 ACCESSORIES 069970 Page 55...

  • Page 56: Popular Accessories

    Popular Accessories SECTION 4 ACCESSORIES Trowel Blade, Combo, 8” X 18”, VP Silver Series (only sold as set of 4) Part Number: 016094V-4 Trowel Blade, Finish, 6” X 18”, VP Silver Series (only sold as set of 4) Part Number: 015695V-4 Float Pan, Clip On, 46.5”...

  • Page 57: Parts Manual

    Click the link below: HDX600 - Parts and Decals Manual Mail: A physical copy of the parts manual can also be mailed to you upon request. Please contact Allen Engineering service department and one can be sent to you. Allen Engineering P.O.
  • Page 58 Revision Detail MANUAL REVISION DETAIL REVISION # REVISION DATE REVISION REFERENCE # REVISION BY 3/19 Initial Release Page 58 069970...
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