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Owner / Operator Manual English Prior to using this equipment, carefully read all Service and Operator Manuals to learn all Safety and Operation requirements. 680 Gerry Way | Darien, WI 53114 USA | (812) 903-4500 | www.ligchine.com...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SERIAL NUMBER ....................4 COPYRIGHT ....................... 4 INTRODUCTION ....................6 Cautions, Warnings, and Important Messages ..............6 Using this Manual ........................6 Machine Orientation ......................6 SAFETY INFORMATION & RULES ..............7 Safety and Operational Decals ....................7 Important Warnings and Features ..................
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OPERATION AND SCREEDING ................ 34 Preparing for screeding ......................34 Start the engine ........................34 Moving the SPIDERSCREED™ ™ ..................35 Attaching the laser eye ......................36 General concrete screeding ....................37 Quick Start Guide ........................38 Shutting down the SPIDERSCREED™™ ................41 SPECIFICATIONS ....................
SERIAL NUMBER When contacting Ligchine™ for replacement parts, service, or information, please have your serial number available—which identifies your specific machine and Ligchine™ account. Locate the serial number on the nameplate on the plate in front of the hydraulic tank. Machine specifications are also shown on this nameplate.
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SERIAL NUMBER READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING THE MACHINE!
Our goal is to provide you with a clear understanding of the SPIDERSCREED™ machine, which will support in many years of safe operation and contribute to complete satisfaction with our products and service.
Safety and Operational Decals Safety decals are found in various places on the SPIDERSCREED™ machine. The location of each decal is given below. If any decal is missing or damaged, it’s important to replace it immediately.
► Watch for obstructions, such as plumbing stubs that could damage the screed head or underside of machine when operating. Emergency Stop A key safety feature of the SPIDERSCREED™ is the oversized red Emergency activation button, which you can find above the keypad on the handlebars. Press this button at any time to immediately turn off the engine, thus stopping the machine from moving.
Transportation and Trailering TOWING / PUSHING / WINCHING Never tow, push, or winch the SPIDERSCREED™ since such actions may destroy the hydraulic drive motors. In event the machine becomes inoperable or immobile, it is possible to lift the machine by means of the fork lift pockets or lifting points.
Lifting LIFTING ► When attempting to lift the SPIDERSCREED™, always use the lifting points. ► Do not walk or stand under a machine when lifting it into the air. ► For maximum machine stability and safety when lifting the ScreedSaver, use the three (3) lifting points on top of the frame (see the left-hand figure below).
► To prevent a vapor-lock condition, only fill the fuel tank to approximately 80% of capacity. ► FUEL: The SPIDERSCREED™ uses unleaded gasoline that must contain no more than 10% ETHANOL (E10) or 5% METHANOL by volume. In addition, METHANOL must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
MD4 display. Honda GX630 Engine The SPIDERSCREED™ is powered by a 20.8 HP | 15.5 kW Honda GX630 engine. Refer to the Honda engine booklet that comes with the machine. The GX630 features: •...
MACHINE COMPONENTS Auger Screed Head The SPIDERSCREED™ includes a 10- foot (3.1m) auger screed head for concrete screeding. The screed head features: • Adjustable plow • Hardened, double-flight auger • Floating, vibrating finish blade Each style screed head has bearings on each end for the auger and/or roller.
MACHINE COMPONENTS Hydraulic System Fluid Temperature MINIMUM TEMPERATURE Machine hydraulic fluid temperature must heat up to a MINIMUM of 80° F (28° C) for the machine to operate at peak performance. MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE If the hydraulic fluid temperature exceeds the maximum of 160° F (70° C), immediately shut down the machine until you are able to determine the cause of the overheating and correct it.
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MACHINE COMPONENTS Fluid Level Gauge Fluid Filtration If the pointer is in the: GREEN GREEN band - full flow filtration, and no action is necessary. YELLOW YELLOW band - full flow filtration is functioning, but at a pressure level above normal. Replace the filter element very soon. RED band* –...
MACHINE COMPONENTS Electronics System SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS The SPIDERSCREED™ electronics are very sensitive. You must disconnect the machine battery prior to welding. Jump-starting the machine will destroy the electrical system and void all warranties. NO PRESSURE WASHING UNDER HOOD Keeping your machine clean is important. You must exercise caution when pressure washing your SPIDERSCREED™.
MACHINE COMPONENTS Power Distribution Center The power distribution center is underneath the hood. The fuses and relays are the only user-serviceable parts. Fuse layout is listed below.
MACHINE COMPONENTS MD4 Color Touch-screen Display Startup Screen Main Screen Drive Speed Quick Rake...
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MACHINE COMPONENTS Main Screen Buttons Manual controls - left and right side Quick Rake Lights System Information...
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System Information continued CHANGING FACTORY SETTINGS Ligchine™ takes special care to set the values of all settings at the factory. There is usually no good rationale for deviating from these factory settings. Contact Ligchine™ if you want to makes changes to any of the settings.
Preparing for screeding REMOVAL FROM A TRAILER To remove the machine from a trailer, Ligchine™ recommends that you operate the SPIDERSCREED™ at a low drive speed—below 50%—so that it will be easier and safer to operate. EMERGENCY STOP In an emergency, it’s best to immediately release the drive switches and immediately push the Emergency Stop button to bring the machine to a complete stop.
OPERATION AND SCREEDING Moving the SPIDERSCREED™ DRIVE WARNINGS Be sure the area is clear of all obstructions prior to operating and that bystanders remain a safe distance from machine when operating. Never sit or stand on the machine, whether moving or stationary.
There are many methods and shortcuts to set up a laser-leveling screed. The following Quick-Start setup on the next page is the most precise for a typical application. No matter how you choose to configure your SPIDERSCREED™ for use, Ligchine™ strongly recommends that you always make an initial screed pass.
OPERATION AND SCREEDING Quick Start Guide STEP 1: Laser transmitter Setup laser transmitter in appropriate jobsite location (free from interference). STEP 2: Grade Height Set the grade rod to the finished concrete slab grade height. STEP 3: Laser receiver Attach laser poles, both laser eye receivers, and cables to the front of the machine.
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OPERATION AND SCREEDING STEP 5: Set screeding height Set the machine screed height to be 3/8-inch above the auger flight, placing the grade rod 3/8-inch below the bottom of the plow for grade. If the plow is open more, adjust the grade rod for the opening amount. STEP 6: Adjust actuators Holding the grade rod against the plow, raise or lower...
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OPERATION AND SCREEDING Adjust laser height STEP 9: Adjust the laser receiver pole height until the GREEN LED (on grade) indicators appear. Then, secure the receiver position. Perform on both laser receivers. STEP 10: Set machine slope On the MD4 display, press the information (i) icon in upper-right corner.
OPERATION AND SCREEDING Shutting down the SPIDERSCREED™ EMERGENCY STOP In an emergency, it’s best to immediately release the drive switches and immediately push the Emergency Stop button to kill the engine bring the machine to a complete stop. Normal Machine Shutdown...
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Width: 94 in | 239 cm Length: 69 in | 175 cm Extended: 70 in | 178 cm Height: Retracted: 59 in | 170 cm Weight: 1,280 lbs. | 581 kg Front two tires: 12 lbs / square inch Displacement: Rear tire: 10 lbs / square inch 10 ft.
KEY COMPONENTS & LOCATIONS KEY COMPONENTS & LOCATIONS SPIDERSCREED™ - Front Hinged hood Auger screed head Floating vibrate finish blade Adjustable laser receiver poles Hydraulic cooler fan & radiator Hydraulic oil tank Drive units...
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KEY COMPONENTS & LOCATIONS SPIDERSCREED™ - Left Rear Hydraulic oil tank Hydraulic oil tank filter housing Hydraulic oil tank filler Parker slope sensor SPIDERSCREED™ - Right Rear Honda engine Main machine battery Main power switch Fuel tank...
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KEY COMPONENTS & LOCATIONS SPIDERSCREED™ - Right Front Fuel tank filler Hydraulic fan & radiator SPIDERSCREED™ - Left Front / Underhood Hydraulic manifold Fuse box G11 diagnostics module Relay bank MC43 hydraulic controller Hydraulic tank level gauge...
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KEY COMPONENTS & LOCATIONS SPIDERSCREED™ - Screed head Auger motor & housing Vibrate motor Floating finish blade Inline vibrate flow control SPIDERSCREED™ - Vibrate assembly Vibrate motor Vibrate weight assembly...
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WARRANTY Support Contacts Ligchine™ Service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year • 24-hour Service hotline: 1-833-DIAL-LIG (342-5544) • Part requests telephone: 1-812-903-4500 x4 • Email for part requests: service@ligchine.com Download the Ligchine™ Phone App for Service & Training...
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