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POWER TROWEL
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Operation Manual
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  • Page 1 TPT36H, TPT46H-270, TPT46H-390 Operation Manual POWER TROWEL YEAR Honda Engine HOW TO VIDEOS, MANUALS, FINISHING GUIDES, & MORE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Safety Information 2. General Information 3. Technical Data 4. Quick Start Guide 5. Controls and Components 6. Engine 7. Pre-Inspection 8. Initial Start Up 9. Starting the Engine 10. Stopping the Engine 11. Operation 12. Accessory Options 13.
  • Page 3 Register Your Equipment Thank you for purchasing TOMAHAWK equipment! Your product is covered by the TOMAHAWK Warranty policy, but in order to activate your warranty, we need you to register your product. In addition to activating your equipment warranty, product registration will grant you access to important product updates, streamlined customer service and more.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Tomahawk Power. The information contained in this manual is based on equipment’s production at the time of publication. Tomahawk Power reserves the right to change any portion of this information without notice.
  • Page 5 1.2.2 NEVER touch the engine or muffler while the engine is on or immediately after it has been turned off. These areas get hot and may cause burns. 1.2.3 NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by Tomahawk Power. Damage to equipment and injury to the user may result.
  • Page 6 1.2.9 ALWAYS operate machine with all safety devices and guards in place and in working order. DO NOT modify or remove safety devices. DO NOT operate machine if any safety devices or guards are missing or inoperative. 1.2.10 ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in Operator's Manual before attempting to operate equipment.

  • Page 7: General Information

    2.2 Trowel Familiarization Tomahawk Power Trowels are designed for the floating and finishing of concrete slabs. Analyze your trowel and take notice of each component: the engine, blades, quick pitch control, air cleaner, centrifugal stop switch, clutch and pulley system. Be sure that there is...
  • Page 8 2.4 Engine Tomahawk Power Trowels are powered by Honda and Kohler Engines. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for instructions regarding the operation and maintenance of your engine. The engine manual is included with your trowel. For further assistance or to receive a new manual, contact Tomahawk Power customer service at (866) 577-4476 or refer to the Manuals Page on the Tomahawk Power website.

  • Page 9: Technical Data

    For proper training education, refer to the “TRAINING CHECKLIST” section located in the back of this manual. This checklist contains an outline for an experienced operators to provide training to a new operator. 3. TECHNICAL DATA POWER TROWEL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL TPT36H TPT46H-270 TPT46H-390 Number of Blades Ring Diameter 36.0 in. (91 cm.) 46.0 in.

  • Page 10: Quick Start Guide

    4. QUICK ASSEMBLY GUIDE Insert the end of the handle bar column into Insert the bolts and washers through the the base of the trowel. holes in the handle bar - fasten with a nut. Unscrew the nut from the pin and insert the Fit the screw through the pin and fasten the pin through the base of the trowel.

  • Page 11: Controls And Components

    4. QUICK START GUIDE CONTINUED To attach the throttle cable, remove the air Feed the cable throughthe pivot nut and filter and the cover. through the swivel stop, then fasten the screw. Bring the kill switch wire to the front of the Fasten the positive (red) and negative engine and connect it the the shut off switch.
  • Page 12 The trowel’s wider handlebars allow for higher stability, balance, and maneuverability. Replace handle grips if they become worn or damaged. 5.6 Engine Tomahawk Power Trowels use Honda and Kohler engines and are backed by a 3-year engine warranty for reliable service. 5.7 Blade Pitch Control Adjust the trowel’s steel blades from 0-28 degrees to achieve a matte, light gloss, or...

  • Page 13: Engine

    6. ENGINE 6.1 Servicing Tomahawk Power Trowels are powered by Honda and Kohler engines. The engine must be checked for proper lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers engine manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your engine, consult an authorized Honda or Kohler servicing dealer.
  • Page 14 6.2 Maintenance Safety Continued 6.2.1 Fuel Filler Cap Remove this cap to add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure the fuel filler cap is tightened securely. DO NOT overfill. 6.2.2 Throttle Lever The throttle lever is used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever advanced forward SLOW, lever back toward operator FAST).

  • Page 15: Pre-Inspection

    6.2 Maintenance Safety Continued 6.2.10 Fuel Tank The fuel tank holds unleaded gasoline. For more information, refer to the engine owner’s manual. 7. PRE-INSPECTION NEVER operate the power trowel in a confined area or enclosed structure that does not provide ample free flow of air. ALWAYS wear approved eyewear and hearing protection before operating the trowel.
  • Page 16 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 7.3 Fuel Check Engine fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the trowel if the engine is hot or running. 7.3.1 Remove the gasoline cap that is located on top of the fuel tank.

  • Page 17: Initial Start Up

    7.7 SAFETY KILL SWITCHES This power trowel has been equipped with a safety kill switch. Safety kill switches should be tested every time the engine is started. NOTE NEVER! disable or disconnect the kill switch. It is provided for operator safety. Injury may result if it is disabled, disconnected, or improperly maintained.

  • Page 18: Starting The Engine

    8.2 Lifting Bale Continued This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-up of the walk-behind trowel. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the trowel in the field. DO NOT use your trowel until this section is thoroughly understood WARNING: DO NOT attempt to operate the trowel until the Safety, General Information, and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood.

  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    9. STARTING THE ENGINE CONTINUED 9.6 Grasp the starter grip (Figure 10) and slowly pull it out. The resistance becomes hardest certain position, corresponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly and smoothly for starting. 9.7 If the engine has started, slowly return FIGURE 10 the choke lever (Figure 7) to the OPEN position.

  • Page 22: Operation

    11. OPERATION The following steps are intended as a basic guide to machine operation, and are not to be considered a complete guide to concrete finishing. Read the “Training” section of this manual for more information. 11.1 Maneuvering the Trowel 11.1.1 Get into the operator’s position behind the handle.

  • Page 23: Accessory Options

    Blades should be changed when they fail to finish concrete in a satisfactory manner. Blades are a vital part of finishing concrete. This Tomahawk Trowel has been designed to finish concrete and is built to stringent quality standards out of the finest trowel steel. If you...

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    13. MAINTENANCE 13.1 Maintenance Schedule Daily (8-10 Hours) 1. Check the oil level in the engine crankcase and gear box, fill as necessary. 2. Check V-belt. Weekly (50-60 Hours) 1. Relube arms, thrust collar and clutch 2. Replace blades if necessary. 3.
  • Page 25 13.2 Trowel Arm Adjustment Continued Figure 17 illustrates, "incorrect alignment", worn spider bushings or bent trowel arms. Check that the adjustment bolt is barely touching (0.10" max. clearance) lower wear plate. All alignment bolts should be spaced the same distance from the lower wear plate. 1 Adjustment Bolt 2 Lower Wear Plate 3 Surface...
  • Page 26 13.5 Changing Blades Only We recommend that all of the blades are changed at the same time. The trowel may wobble or bounce if not. 13.5.1 Place the machine on a flat, level surface. Adjust the blade pitch control to make the blades as flat as possible.
  • Page 27 13.7 Spider Box Removal 13.7.1 Once it is determined that an adjustment is required, remove the spider assembly from the gearbox shaft as follows: 13.7.2 Remove the zerk fitting and allen head screw designated by the letter “S”. 13.7.3 On the opposite side of the spider block, there is another zerk fitting and allen head screw.

  • Page 28: Training Checklist

    14. TRAINING CHECKLIST This checklist lists the requirements for proper machine maintenance and operation. Please feel free to detach it and make copies. Use this checklist whenever a new operator is to be trained. TRAINING CHECKLIST DESCRIPTION COMPLETED DATE Read Operator’s Manual completely Understand machine layout, location of components, check engine and gearbox fluid level Understand fuel system, refueling procedure...

  • Page 29: Parts List

    TPT36H, TPT46H-270, TPT46H-390 Parts Manual POWER TROWEL...
  • Page 30 Parts Diagram Handle...
  • Page 31 Parts No. Description Q’TY Dimension RG-003 Plastic Cover QSC-M4*8 Screw M4x8 QWS-PM4 Plate Washer TSA-01 Throttle Assy. QNT-NM4 Nylock Nut W436F-001 Handle WA PAS-02 Stop Switch(release bar Type) 436F-01-001 Adjust Knob QSP-5X50 Spring Pin 5x50 QBR-51104 Bearing QBL-M6X10 Bolt M6x10 436F-01-004 Aluminium Guide QWS-WM19...
  • Page 32 Blade...
  • Page 33 Parts No. Description Q’TY Dimension QWS-SM10 Spring Washer QWS-PM10 Plate Washer 436F-02-005B Press Plate Cap QBR-6009 Bearing 6009 436F-02-006B Press Plate Cap QBL-M10X20 Bolt M10x20 QBL-BBM10X35 Round Head Bolt M10x35 QNT-TM10 Thin Nut QBL-SHM10X30 Square Head Bolt QBL-7/16X11/2 Bolt 7/16*3/2L QWS-SM8 Spring Washer QWS-PM8...
  • Page 34 Gear Box...
  • Page 35 Parts No. Description Q’TY Dimension 436F-03 Gear Box Assembly QNT-NM10 Nylock Nut QWS-SM10 Spring Washer QWS-PM10 Plate Washer QBL-M6X16 Bolt M6x16L QRV-M8 Release Valve 436F-03-004 Big Cover 436F-03-005 Gasket of Big Cover QBL-FHM10x25 Flat Socket Head Bolt M10x25 QWS-SSM10 Washer QBR-30305 Bearing 30305...
  • Page 36 Safety Ring...
  • Page 37 Parts No. Description Q’TY Dimension QWS-SM8 Spring Washer GX160 Engine GX-160 W436F-005 Hook Lift (Option) QBL-SHM8X20 Socket Head Cap Bolt (Option) 436F-04-013 Clutch Busing CA-01 Clutch 90-1 CA-01-004 Face Plate 90-2 QBL-AM8x16 Set Screw M8x16 90-3 CA-01-005 Clutch Spring 90-4 CA-01-003 Shoe Weight 90-5...
  • Page 38 FINISH 4X FASTER Master your next concrete job with power screeds from TOMAHAWK Achieve incredible finishes 4x faster than traditional methods to increase crew efficiency and jobsite profit! Choose magnesium or aluminum screed boards from 4ft to 14ft long. Item #: TVSA-H 4’-6’-8’-10’-12’-14’...
  • Page 39 Lose the manual pump and gain the power to spray 15,000 ft² in 10 minutes or less while maintaining constant, adjustable pressure from 50-435 PSI with your ideal concrete sealant, cure, top cast, form release, and more! Item #: TCS6.5 6.5 GAL MOTORIZED CONCRETE SPRAYER www.tomahawk-power.com...
  • Page 40 MAKE FLAT WORK, LESS WORK Perfect for concrete finishing of basements, decks, driveways, and more, Tomahawk Edging Trowels finish concrete floors up tight against walls, doorways, or columns without marking or marring! Item #: JXPT24K 24” - 36” - 46”...
  • Page 41 WORK SMARTER NOT HARDER Powered by reliable Honda engines, TOMAHAWK Green Concrete Saws ensure straight cuts up to 1-3/16” deep, perfect for concrete slab joints to prevent random stress cracking. Plus with the OSHA Approved dust port, remove jobsite silica dust easily with this saw's vacuum attachment! Item #: TFS6H 6”...

  • Page 42: Catalog And Coupon

    36” & 46” Concrete Power Trowel 8” Gas Powered Concrete Scarifier 8” Gas Powered Concrete Scarifier Part#: TVIBH + TVW10-P Part#: TVIBH + TVW10-P Part#: TPT36H/K & TPT46H/K Part#: TPT36H/K & TPT46H/K Part#: TSCAR8H Part#: TSCAR8H 1.6 HP Honda GX35 engine 1.6 HP Honda GX35 engine...
  • Page 43 1 Year Product Warranty 3 Year Engine Warranty & 1 Year Product Warranty 1 Year Product Warranty * All coupons in this manual are valid only for orders placed on www.tomahawk-power.com, unless otherwise noted. Coupon codes ASSEMBLED IN THE ASSEMBLED IN THE may only be used once per customer and may not be combined with any other offer.
  • Page 44 With same day shipping and faster delivery times, count on Tomahawk to keep you powered throughout the day! With long lasting parts and engines, Tomahawk equipment will be the star of your fleet for years to come. Visit www.tomahawk-power.com to get started today!

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