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- Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH ® RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL FP836-4, FP1046-4 Version 1.0 (March 2025) FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT flextool.com.au...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................3 APPLICATIONS ............................3 FUNCTIONS AND KEY FEATURES ......................4 GENERAL SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS ................... 5 SAFETY DECAL AND LABELS ........................7 OPERATION ............................. 9 SERVICE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..................12 STORAGE, LIFTING AND TRANSPORT.................... -
Page 3: Introduction
The goal of Flextool is to provide power equipment that helps the operator works safely and efficiently. The operator is the most crucial safety component for this equipment and using caution and sound judgement is the best way to prevent injury. -
Page 4: Functions And Key Features
FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL FUNCTIONS AND KEY FEATURES The Flextool ProFinish series of ride-on power trowels are available in two operating widths, 36" and 46", both powered by petrol engines. Designed for professionals, the ProFinish ride-on power trowels are equipped with a heavy-duty gearbox and robust spiders, making them suitable for the toughest panning, floating, and finishing applications. -
Page 5: General Safety And Hazard Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL GENERAL SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS Always follow the safety instructions outlined in this manual and review the associated product Risk Assessment prior to operating this equipment. Ensure that safety information and equipment decals are always well-maintained and legible. - Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL NOISE HAZARDS • EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss of hearing. • WEAR approved hearing protection to limit noise exposure. VIBRATION HAZARDS • EXCESSIVE or prolonged exposure to body and hand vibration, can cause temporary and permanent injury.
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Page 7: Safety Decal And Labels
SAFETY COLOUR CODING Flextool uses a colour coding system with four colours to alert you to potential hazards that could cause harm to you or others. The safety messages are tailored to the operator's level of exposure and are introduced by one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION or general feature identification. - Page 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL Carbon monoxide – DO NOT operate this equipment in confined spaces as the engine emits harmful levels of carbon monoxide gas which can lead to serious injury or death. Refuelling – DO NOT refuel motor while operating or hot, adding fuel to a hot motor can lead to fire hazard.
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Page 9: Operation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL Grease daily – Regular maintenance and greasing of the extends the service life of the machine and allows for smooth operation. Tie point only – Specialised tie down points for safely securing equipment during transport. - Page 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Move the inline engine fuel valve lever to the “Open” position, this valve is located at the rear of the trowel nearest the fuel tank. 2. Sit in the seat to activate the operator presence safety switch, the trowel will not start without the operator sitting in the seat.
- Page 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL FLOATING OPERATION (Combination Blades) • To achieve a quality concrete finish, the operator needs to commence the floating operation at the correct time. This can be determined by using a footprint test. If the operator steps onto the wet concrete and leaves an approximate 3 mm impression on the surface, then it is ready for floating.
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Page 12: Service And Preventive Maintenance
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL SERVICE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Qualified personnel should be assigned the task of performing service and maintenance on this equipment. To ensure safe operation and optimal performance, thorough inspection and on-time maintenance is imperative. -
Page 13: Storage, Lifting And Transport
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL Engine Maintenance Schedule Weekly Monthly Quarterly Yearly Daily or every or every or every or every 20 hrs 50 hrs 100 hrs 200 hrs Engine Oil Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil... -
Page 14: Product Decommissioning
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL PRODUCT DECOMMISSIONING Decommissioning is a controlled process used to safely retire a piece of equipment that is no longer serviceable. If the equipment poses an unacceptable and unrepairable safety risk due to wear or damage or is no longer cost effective to maintain (beyond life-cycle reliability) and is to be decommissioned or dismantled, please adhere to the following guidelines. -
Page 15: Trouble Shooting
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL TROUBLE SHOOTING Efficient troubleshooting is vital for the optimal functioning of this equipment. In addressing issues, a systematic approach is key. This section provides guidance on identifying, analysing, and resolving potential challenges to maintain the equipment's performance and longevity. - Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL PROFINISH RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL Trowel blades not rotating, clutch Worn, stretched or broken Replace V-Belts slipping or slow response to V-belts engine speed change. Centrifugal clutch Inspect clutch for wear, this includes damage or wear to clutch springs, shoes and bushings as well as clutch grooves for damage and wear to belt contact surfaces.
- Page 17 Design and technical specifications may be subject to changes. © This publication is copyright. All rights are reserved. Flextool and Profinish are registered trade marks of Parchem Construction Supplies Pty Ltd.
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