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4 cu ft ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER 120V • 60Hz • 5AMP 5 year limited warranty on tool READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. 222817 WEAR CSA APPROVED WEAR EAR WEAR A EYE PROTECTION PROTECTION FACE MASK...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER Model Number HCM400 Motor 120V, 60Hz, 5A Drum Capacity 115 Liters / 25 gallons Drum Mouth 385 mm Drum Speed 26.7 / min Overall Size Length 1200 mm / 47" Width 710 mm / 28"...
SAFETY WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS SYMBOL MEANING UNDERSTAND YOUR MIXER Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the mixer. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. Become familiar with the controls before operating this mixer. STAY ALERT Do not operate the mixer while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to...
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2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER SYMBOL MEANING DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can be caught in moving parts. Protective electrically nonconductive gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair, preventing it from getting caught in machinery.
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SYMBOL MEANING KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY Keep unauthorized persons away from the mixer. Do not allow children to handle or climb on or in the mixer. DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times when loading or unloading the mixer.
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2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER SYMBOL MEANING PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Take leftover materials to an authorized collection point or follow the stipulations in the country where the mixer is used. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use, the mixer should be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust.
CONTENTS OF THE SHIPPING CONTAINER 1. Upper Drum 2. Bottom Drum with Support Arm 3. Locking Plate 4. Transmission Case 5. Tipping Bar 6. Mixing Blades (1 Pair) 7. Support Leg 8. Support Frame 9. Wheel Axle Bracket 10. Wheels (1 Pair) 11.
2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that two people assist in the assembly. THE STAND 1. With a split pin inserted into the inner holes in each stub axle, place a flat washer, then a wheel followed by another flat washer.
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THE BOTTOM DRUM 1. Slide the bearing block on the shaft. Hold it in place with Ø 42 spiral ring. 2. Carefully, and with two people, set the bottom drum with support arm onto the side supports of the stand as shown, so that the bearing blocks slot into the channels provided by the side supports.
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2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER THE MIXING BLADES 1. Position the upper drum on bottom drum over the rim, making sure the mounting holes align in both as well as the labeled arrows. 2. Insert a M8X20 cross headed screw into each mounting hole in the rim.
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THE TIPPING BAR CONT. 2. Insert the spring into the bar pipe. Holding it in place with a finger, place the bar over the larger diameter shaft so that the shaft retains the spring. Press down on bar until the holes in the bracket line up with the hole drilled.
2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRUM TILTING The spring-loaded tipping bar with locking lugs provides an easy positive control of the drum which can be locked in the mix, discharge and stored position. The drum is locked in position by lugs on the self-locating tipping bar/wheel which engage into the locking plate on the mixer frame.
For best results, proceed as follows: 1. Add the required amount of gravel into the drum. 2. Add the required amount of cement into the drum. 3. Add the required amount of sand into the drum. 4. Pour the required amount of water into the drum. EMPTYING Do not turn mixer off while full of load.
2620-176 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the log splitter. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this log splitter may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
WARRANTY BENCHMARK 4 CU FT ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER WARRANTY If this Benchmark tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within five years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange. This warranty does not include expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, light bulbs and/or batteries.
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