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- Page 1 Walk-Behind Concrete Trowel CT36 CT48 Operator’s Manual thirdcoastequipment.com...
- Page 2 ©2023 by Third Coast Equipment, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks referenced in this manual are the property of their respective owners. No portion of this manual may be reproduced without written permission from Third Coast Equipment, Inc. To reduce the risk of injury, all operators and maintenance personnel must read and understand their machine’s instruction manual in full before operating, changing accessories, or performing...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Applications Hazard & Notice Iconography Machine Label Locations Machine Labels Hazards & Risks California Proposition 65 Warning General Hazards & Risks Transportation Hazards Mechanical Hazards Fire, Explosion & Thermal Hazards Chemical Hazards Noise Hazards Personal Protective Equipment & Human Health Hazards Additional Hazards Operation Familiarization with the Trowel &... -
Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of this Third Coast Equipment, Inc. (“Third Coast”) walk-behind concrete trowel. Please read this operator’s manual in its entirety prior to using your new machine. This manual provides information pertaining to the safe use, proper operation, and routine maintenance of this machine. -
Page 6: Hazard & Notice Iconography
Any label that becomes illegible through operation, wear & tear, or for any other reason must be replaced before the machine is operated, transported, or serviced. Concrete Trowel CT48H lbs. 2023 Serial No. 3CECT48H225808 Manuf. Yr. THIRD COAST EQUIPMENT, Inc. New Berlin, WI USA www.thirdcoastequipment.com... -
Page 7: Machine Labels
Serial No. Manuf. Yr. 2023 3CECT48H225808 weight, gross horsepower, manufacturer, and THIRD COAST EQUIPMENT, Inc. New Berlin, WI USA other machine-specific information. www.thirdcoastequipment.com CARBON MONOXIDE: This label identifies the dangers of carbon monoxide emissions from the engine. -
Page 8: Hazards & Risks
HAZARDS & RISKS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Use of this product may expose you to certain chemicals, including gasoline engine exhaust, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. GENERAL HAZARDS & RISKS General hazards are those that do not fall under a specific hazard classification, or that relate to multiple hazard classifications. -
Page 9: Mechanical Hazards
MECHANICAL HAZARDS Certain mechanical hazards are inherit in operating this machine due to the weight, operation, travel, and vibration of this machine. Disregarding these warnings can lead to serious injury. Do not operate this machine unless all protective guards are in place. Keep hands and feet clear of rotating and moving parts. -
Page 10: Noise Hazards
health, and concentrated gasoline vapors may cause an explosive atmosphere. Any fluids spilled from the machine, whether flammable or not, must be cleaned up in a manner consistent with all local environmental regulations. Always use approved fluids when maintaining or servicing this machine. Improper fluids may lead to poor performance or failures of the machine and may create a hazardous situation for the operator or bystanders. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERA TION FAMILIARIZATION WITH THE TROWEL & ITS COMPONENTS Prior to operating this concrete trowel, it is important to be aware of the critical components, safety features, and safe operating procedure of the trowel. CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH This trowel is equipped with a centrifugal kill switch. If the operator releases their grasp on the trowel, the handle will begin to swing in an arc shown in the image to the right, called the “trowel hazard zone.”... -
Page 12: Steps Before First Use
Confirm centrifugal switch operation by ensuring the switch head moves freely in its housing. STARTING THE ENGINE The CT36 model is equipped with a Honda GX160 engine, and the CT48 model is equipped with a Honda GX270 engine. Starting procedures are the same for either engine:... -
Page 13: Operating The Trowel
OPERATING THE TROWEL To begin troweling your concrete slab, it is recommended to start with the blades in the lowest pitch position (float position) and increase the pitch gradually until the desired result is obtained. To operate the trowel, adjust the throttle lever towards the FAST position ( ) until the desired operational speed is reached. -
Page 14: Tips For Proper Troweling
TIPS FOR PROPER TROWELING A concrete slab is ready to trowel when a typical work boot leaves a 1/8” to 1/4” indent in the surface while walking normally over the slab. Prior to this, the slab is too soft and the trowel will not be effective;... -
Page 15: Extended Storage
EXTENDED STORAGE Following proper long-term storage procedures ensures the machine is ready to operate when you return to it. The following procedures should always be performed when the machine will not be in use for the next 30 days: Drain the fuel tank completely. Operate the machine to consume any residual fuel in the fuel lines and carburetor. -
Page 16: Care & Preventative Maintenance
CARE & PREVENT A TIVE MAINTENANCE Third Coast trowels are designed to provide years of trouble-free service, but as with all power equipment, periodic maintenance is required to keep this machine running smoothly. Maintenance is a normal part of ownership of any trowel and must be carried out on-time per the prescribed intervals or sooner, as needed. -
Page 17: Engine Inspection & Maintenance Tables
Check the engine oil level and gearbox oil level, and refill as needed. Check for fuel and oil leaks, and repair as needed. Confirm proper blade pitch operation by cycling the blades through their entire pitch range. Confirm centrifugal switch operation by ensuring the switch head moves freely in its housing. WEEKLY OPERATIONAL CHECKS After each week of operation, or each 40 hours, whichever occurs first: Lubricate the clutch, arms, and thrust plate. -
Page 18: Tightening Torque Tables
TIGHTENING TORQUE TABLES The threaded fasteners on this machine are all right handed, coarse-thread, metric, Class 8.8 or Class 12.9 fasteners. All fasteners on this machine are marked by strength class and must be torqued to the proper specification for that class. To identify whether a fastener is a Class 8.8 or Class 12.9 fastener, check the identifying marks stamped on the head. -
Page 19: Specifications
SPECIFICA TIONS MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 5: TROWEL SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS CT36 CT48 Operating Weight, lb Overall Length, in (L) 70.9 78.7 Overall Width, in (W) 38.2 48.0 Overall Height, in (H) 35.8 39.0 Blade Working Diameter, in # of Blades... -
Page 20: Engine Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Third Coast 36” trowels come equipped with a Honda GX160 engine, while 48” trowels come equipped with a Honda GX270 engine. TABLE 6: ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS HONDA GX160 HONDA GX270 Engine Manufacturer Honda Honda Horsepower, Net 4.8 HP 8.4 HP Operating Speed 3,600 rpm 3,600 rpm... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine does not start, Ignition switch in Off “O” position. Turn switch to On “I” position. but has spark. Fuel valve in Off position. Move fuel lever to the On position. Fuel level too low. Fill fuel tank. - Page 22 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine shuts off after Fuel valve partially closed. Move fuel lever to Open position. operating for a short Oil level too low. Low oil cutoff engaged. Check oil level. Refill if necessary. period of time. Fuel system clogged. Clean fuel filter, fuel lines, carburetor float needle valve, carburetor bowl, and carburetor fuel nozzles, and try again.
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Page 23: Warranty
Damaged or defective switch or wiring. Replace centrifugal switch assembly. WARRANTY Third Coast Equipment stands behind all of its products with a best in class warranty, including: Five-year warranty on spare parts WARRANTY Four-year warranty on Vanguard engines... - Page 24 3CE Dealer Card Third Coast Equipment, inc. New Berlin, WI CT - OM-01 thirdcoastequipment.com...
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