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W A L K - B E H I N D T R O W E L S PRO WALK-BEHIND OPERATIONS & PARTS MANUAL Manual Par t #: 06 463 4 | R ev isi on : C Language: E n glish | O r igin a l In stru cti on s...
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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.
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.
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.
Ordering Parts 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.
Model Number - Serial Number Codes GENERAL 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. Model Number MODEL SERIES...
Unit Identification GENERAL INFORMATION Unit Identification Plate Location: An identification plate listing the model number and the serial number is attached to each unit and is located on the rear lower left side of mainframe. Refer to Figure 1 for serial number and model number location. This plate should not be removed at any time.
Technical Specifications GENERAL INFORMATION Measurements in this manual are in U.S. units and their customary metric units (i.e., metric units contained within brackets [8 mm]). Machine Features: • Dimensions (L x W x H) inch [mm] ......77.5x40.5x54 (guard ring/long handle) .
Engine Specifications, Honda GENERAL INFORMATION Honda GX160 Engine Information (5.5 HP) Engine Type: ............Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV Bore x Stroke: .
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Engine Specifications, Kohler GENERAL INFORMATION Kohler CH395 Engine Information (9.5 HP) Engine Type: ............Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV Bore x Stroke: .
Ear SPL Level Overall Overall Maximum dB (A) dB (A) dB (A) m/sec² m/sec² m/sec² Honda 60.4 90.5 88.9 2.34 This information was acquired from sound and vibration analysis tests conducted at Allen Engineering Corporation test facilities. Page 14 064634...
Email: tv@lin-pro.se Signature of Authorized Person(s): Typed name of Authorized Person(s): Jay Allen Scott Sugg Title of Authorized Person(s): Jay Allen - President Scott Sugg - VP of Operations Date and place of issue: 4/21/2010 Paragould, AR 064634 Page 15...
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Notes GENERAL INFORMATION Page 16 064634...
General Safety Precautions 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.
Spark Arrestor Notice SECTION 1 SAFETY Laws Pertaining to Spark Arrestors 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.
General Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY • NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, safety glasses, respiratory protection, hear- ing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective devices required by the job or city and state regulations. • Avoid wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothes that may get caught on the controls or moving parts as this can cause serious injury.
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General Safety, continued SECTION 1 SAFETY • ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher. • ALWAYS know the location of the nearest first aid kit. • ALWAYS know the location of the nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site. Also, know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire department.
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General Safety, continued SECTION 1 SAFETY • NEVER disconnect any emergency or safety devices. These devices are intended for opera- tor safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even death. Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties. •...
Engine Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY • DO NOT place hands or fingers inside engine compartment when engine is running. • NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or guards removed. • Keep fingers, hands hair and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. •...
Transportation Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY • NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting. • Some walk-behind trowels can be lifted or moved by two people utilizing lifting tubes or other special attachments. Generally, however, they must be lifted using lifting bales and cranes, hoists, or forklifts.
Safety and Operation Labels SECTION 1 SAFETY The safety and operation labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on the machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards and service information. Should any of these labels become unreadable or damaged, replacement labels can be ordered from your distributor.
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This machine is built with user safety in mind. However, it can present haz- ards if improperly operated and serviced. Follow operating instructions carefully. If you have any questions about operating or servicing this equipment, please contact your Allen Engineering Dealer or AEC Customer Service at 800-643-0095 or 870-236-7751. Page 30 064634...
V-belt pulley drive system. The pulley engages using a clutch, see the Parts Section (Section 4) of this manual for a breakdown. • All Allen Engineering Walk-behinds are equipped with a safety shutdown switch.
2. If lubrication oil begins to seep out as the drain plug is being removed, then it can be assumed that the gearbox has a sufficient amount of oil. 3. If lubrication oil does not seep out as the drain plug is being removed, fill with type Allen Oil Kit P/N 048386 gearbox lubricant oil until the oil filler hole overflows.
Engine Controls SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 1. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely. DO NOT over fill. 2. Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever advanced forward SLOW, lever back toward operator FAST). 3.
Trowel Controls SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 1. Fine Pitch Control Handle – To adjust the pitch of the blades, turn the handle either clockwise or counter-clockwise to achieve the desired blade pitch. 2. Handlebar Adjuster – Change the angle/height of the handle bars by loosening bolts, adjust han- dlebars to desired location, tighten bolts firmly to hold handlebars in that position.
Operating Instructions SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 2.6.1 Operating The Trowel The following steps are intended as a basic guide to machine operation, and are not to be considered a complete guide to concrete finishing. We suggest that all operators (experienced and novice) read “Slabs on Grade”...
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Operating Instructions, SECTION 2 continued OPERATIONS • Push down on the handle to move the rotor assembly to the right. • Pull up on the handle assembly to move the rotor assembly to the left. • Pitch Adjustment Different pitch angles are needed as you work the different stages of the concrete. When changing or setting pitch (angle of trowel blades), slow the machine down, set the desired degree of pitch on the left side of the machine and then adjust the right side to match.
Periodic Maintenance SECTION 3 SERVICE Periodic Maintenance Schedule The table below list basic trowel and engine maintenance. Refer to OEM engine manufacturer’s Operation Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. A copy of the engine operator’s manual was supplied with the machine when it was shipped. TABLE 3.1.1 CHECK LIST EVERY...
Trowel Gearbox SECTION 3 SERVICE Trowel Gearbox Maintenance Check Oil levels in the gearbox daily (every 8 hours) Add oil if oil level is below the check sight glass. 1. To add oil, tilt gearbox to the side and remove the fill plug. Add oil through hole opening. Replace fill plug after proper level has been achieved.
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.
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Lift Lever Adjustment, SECTION 3 continued SERVICE PRESSURE PLATE LOCATION TROWEL ARM BLADE SPIDER BOSS FASTENER HARDWARE REMOVAL 064634 Page 43...
Trowel Transportation SECTION 3 SERVICE Trowel Transportation Procedures Extra care should be taken when lifting the trowel off the ground. Serious damage to the machine or personal injury could be caused by dropping a trowel. The trowel is heavy and awkward to move around. Use proper heavy lifting procedures and DO NOT lift the trowel by the guard rings.
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) •...
Factory Service Information SECTION 4 PARTS This section contains the illustrated drawings and parts list for help in identifying and/or ordering replacement parts for your machine. Follow the instructions in the front section of this manual “Ordering Parts” when ordering replacement parts to insure prompt and accurate delivery.
Replacement Part Procedures SECTION 4 PARTS We recommend AEC quality replacement parts, available from the AEC Customer Service Department or your nearest AEC Dealer. Part numbers are subject to change without notice. Part numbers might be different outside of the United States of America.
Handle, Fine Pitch, Illustration SECTION 4 PARTS 12 13 See page 88 for Safety Switch (8) Assembly See page 52 for Fine Pitch Adjustment Assembly Page 50 064634...
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Handle, Fine Pitch, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 034283 HANDLE, PRO WALK-BEHIND, FINE PITCH ASSEMBLY 010005 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 GR 8 010089 FASTENER, LOCK WASHER, 1/4” 010075 FASTENER, HHCS 1/2-13 X 3 GR 8...
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Fine Pitch Assembly, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 015410 FASTENER, RHMS 1/4-20 X 3/8 015739 KNOB, ADJUSTABLE HANDLE 015740 FASTENER, PIN SPIRAL 3/16 X 1-3/4 061403 SCREW SHAFT, PITCH CONTROL 015742 THRUST BEARING 015743 BUSHING, F/ PITCH CONTROL 015744 WASHER FINE PITCH CONTROL SPACER 015745...
Gear Box Assembly, Illustration SECTION 4 PARTS Torque to 22 ft.lbs. Torque to 12 ft.lbs. Torque to 12 ft.lbs. Grease this area for re-assembly only Page 60 064634...
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ASSEMBLY, STANDARD GEARBOX 055647 (TEXAS WALKER) ASSEMBLY, GEARBOX 001003 GREASE, MOBILITH SCH220 .094 048299 OIL, ALLEN ENGINEERING GEARBOX .757/LT 010498 PLUG, 3/8 NPT BI SQ HD PIPE 010513 FITTING, 1/4-28 NPT STR GREASE 012953 PLUG, 3/4 NPTF BI SQ HD PIPE...
Spider, 430, Edging, Illustration SECTION 4 and Parts List PARTS ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 032235 ASSEMBLY, SPIDER, 430 012990 FASTENER, CABLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” 015682 External Tooth Lock Washer, Steel, 3/8 in 015683 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 7/8 DOG PT HEX HD CAP 015684 FASTENER, NUT HEX JAM 3/8-16 015686...
Spider, 436, Illustration SECTION 4 and Parts List PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 015893 ASSEMBLY, SPIDER, 436 012990 FASTENER, CABLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” 015682 WASHER, 3/8 EXT TOOTH LOCK 015683 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 7/8 DOG PT HEX HD CAP 015684 FASTENER, NUT HEX JAM 3/8-16 015686 FASTENER, SQHSS 3/8-16 X 1...
Spider, 446, Illustration SECTION 4 and Parts List PARTS ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 024812 ASSEMBLY, SPIDER, 446 012990 FASTENER, CABLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” 015682 WASHER, 3/8 EXT TOOTH LOCK 015683 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 7/8 DOG PT HEX HD CAP 015684 FASTENER, NUT HEX JAM 3/8-16 015686 FASTENER, SQHSS 3/8-16 X 1...
Spider, 446SD, Illustration SECTION 4 and Parts List PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 026588 ASSEMBLY, SPIDER, 446SD 010050 FASTENER, NUT HEX JAM 1/2-13 015682 External Tooth Lock Washer, 410SS, 3/8 in 015683 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 7/8 DOG PT HEX HD CAP 015684 FASTENER, NUT HEX JAM 3/8-16 015686...
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Power Unit, 430, Edging, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 010002 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 3/4 010022 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 1 1/2” LONG 010081 FASTENER, FW 1/4 010090 FASTENER, LW 5/16 010100 FASTENER, NUT HEX 5/16-18 010273 KEY, 3/16 SQ X 2 010464...
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GUARD, ROLLER RH 430 EDGER 047546 PAL NUT- 1/4-20 048239 CLUTCH, Ø3/4 ID BORE NR WE26 048379 DECAL, ALLEN 4 1/2 x 1 1/2 048937 DECAL, MFG. BY ALLEN ENG. 053448 DECAL, LIFT HERE ONLY (SP) 053453 DECAL, SPARK WARNING (SP) 056341 DECAL ALLEN OVAL 2”...
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Power Unit, 436, Edging, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 043491 ASSEMBLY, 436 EDGING POWER UNIT, 5.5 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 039212 ASSEMBLY, 436 EDGING POWER UNIT, 9 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 010002 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 3/4 010022 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 1 1/2”...
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PAL NUT- 1/4-20 048239 CLUTCH, Ø3/4 ID BORE (5.5 HP) 047843 CLUTCH, 1” BORE (9 HP) 048379 DECAL, ALLEN 4 1/2 x 1 1/2 048937 DECAL, MFG. BY ALLEN ENG. 049771 PLATE, WALKBEHIND LIFTING 053448 DECAL, LIFT HERE ONLY (SP)
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Power Unit, 436, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 035724 ASSEMBLY, 436 BASIC POWER UNIT, 5.5 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 035726 ASSEMBLY, 436 BASIC POWER UNIT, 9.0 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 035728 ASSEMBLY, 436 BASIC POWER UNIT, 9.0 HP MOTOR, LOW SPEED, COMBO BLADES 010002 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 3/4 010022...
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DECAL, MADE IN USA (SP) 053448 DECAL, LIFT HERE ONLY (SP) 053453 DECAL, SPARK WARNING (SP) 056336 DECAL AEC 1.5” X 3.25” WHITE/RED 056341 DECAL ALLEN OVAL 2” X 3.34” WHITE 010019 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 3/4 GR 5 064634 Page 77...
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Power Unit, 446, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 035735 ASSEMBLY, 446 BASIC POWER UNIT, 9.0 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 035732 ASSEMBLY, 446 BASIC POWER UNIT, 11.0 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 010002 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 3/4 010019 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 3/4 GR 5 010022...
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053446 DECAL, MADE IN USA (SP) 053448 DECAL, LIFT HERE ONLY (SP) 053453 DECAL, SPARK WARNING (SP) 056336 DECAL AEC 1.5” X 3.25” WHITE/RED 056341 DECAL ALLEN OVAL 2” X 3.34” WHITE 068124 WELDMENT, GUARD RING PRO446 064634 Page 85...
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Power Unit, 446SD, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 042037 ASSEMBLY, 446SD BASIC POWER UNIT, 11.0 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 010002 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 3/4 010019 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 3/4 GR 5 010024 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 2 GR 5 010039 FASTENER, HHCS 3/8-16 X 1 3/4”...
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053446 DECAL, MADE IN USA (SP) 053448 DECAL, LIFT HERE ONLY (SP) 053453 DECAL, SPARK WARNING (SP) 056336 DECAL AEC 1.5” X 3.25” WHITE/RED 056341 DECAL ALLEN OVAL 2” X 3.34” WHITE 068124 WELDMENT, GUARD RING, PRO446 064634 Page 89...
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Power Unit, 446SD-TC, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 055643 ASSEMBLY, 446TC BASIC POWER UNIT, 11.0 HP MOTOR, COMBO BLADES 010001 FASTENER, HHCS 1/4-20 X 1/2 GR 5 012975 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-24 X 1 GR 5 010024 FASTENER, HHCS 5/16-18 X 2 GR 5 010038 BOLT, 3/8-16x1-1/2 GR 5 HHCS...
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DRIVEN PULLEY 055902 BELT, CVT F/ TEXAS WALKER 055903 EXT RETAINING RING 056336 DECAL AEC 1.5” X 3.25” WHITE/RED 056341 DECAL ALLEN OVAL 2” X 3.34” WHITE 056458 PULLEY GUARD 056459 RING, 446SD-TC 056484 HHCS, 5/16-24 X 4 1/2 058051...
Filter Kits, Parts List SECTION 4 PARTS PRO436 5.5 HP GX160 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 066571 KIT, FILTER F/ PRO436 5.5 HP GX160 066431 FILTER, VP424 GX120 AIR 066437 FILTER, FUEL F/ AR16 BUGGY PRO436 9 HP GX270 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 066573 KIT, FILTER F/ PRO436 9 HP GX270...
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Decals, PRO436 SECTION 4 (Kit #: 067316) PARTS BRAND DECAL PART #: 067317 (6.42" x 2.072") LIFTING HOOK 0.75" x 0.986" PART #: 067322 AEC INFO / WARRANTY PART #: 067308 (6.45" x 1.55") ENGINE WARNINGS GEARBOX OIL / PART #: 067309 SPIDER GREASE (5.15"...
Decals, PRO436E SECTION 4 (Kit #: 067312) PARTS BRAND DECAL PART #: 067310 (6.42" x 2.072") LIFTING HOOK 0.75" x 0.986" PART #: 067322 AEC INFO / WARRANTY PINCH WARNING PART #: 067308 PART #: 067324 (6.45" x 1.55") (1.0" Dia.) ENGINE WARNINGS GEARBOX OIL / PART #: 067309...
Decals, PRO446 SECTION 4 (Kit #: 067313) PARTS BRAND DECAL PART #: 067307 (6.42" x 2.072") LIFTING HOOK 0.75" x 0.986" PART #: 067322 AEC INFO / WARRANTY PART #: 067308 (6.45" x 1.55") ENGINE WARNINGS GEARBOX OIL / PART #: 067309 SPIDER GREASE (5.15"...
Decals, PRO446TC SECTION 4 (Kit #: 068355) PARTS BRAND DECAL PART #: 068468 (6.42" x 2.072") LIFTING HOOK 0.75" x 0.986" PART #: 067322 AEC INFO / WARRANTY PART #: 067308 (6.45" x 1.55") ENGINE WARNINGS GEARBOX OIL / PART #: 067309 SPIDER GREASE (5.15"...
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