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OPERATIONS MANUAL SERIES MODEL WM-70S (STEEL) MODEL WM-70P (PLASTIC) PLASTER AND MORTAR MIXER (GASOLINE ENGINE/ELECTRIC MOTOR) Revision #1 (08/09/04) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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Engine exhaust some its constituents, and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drillingandotherconstructionactivities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Leadfromlead-basedpaints. Crystallinesilicafrombricks. Cementandothermasonryproducts.
MQ Whiteman WM-70 Series Plaster/Mortar Mixer. Illustrations, descriptions, references and technical data contained in this manual are for guidance only and may not be considered as binding. Multiquip Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications, design or the information published in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — DIMENSIONS i r c i t p . n i . n i ) r a . n i . n i Figure 1. Dimensions WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/09/04) — PAGE 7...
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Safety precautions should be followed Potential hazards associated with the operation of an WM- at all times when operating this 70 Plaster/Mortar Mixer will be referenced with Hazard equipment.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Equipment Damage CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Rotating Parts Hazards Hazards NEVER operate equipment with covers, Other important messages are provided throughout this or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, manual to help prevent damage to your light tower, other hair and clothing away from all moving property, or the surrounding environment.
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not NEVER! start the engine or engage the paddle arms recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage when the drum is in the discharge (down) position. to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■ Refer to the HONDA Engine Owner's Manual for engine technical questions or information recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/09/04) — PAGE 11...
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TOWING GUIDELINES ■ ALWAYS make sure that the fuel valve lever is in the Towing Safety Precautions OFF position (gasoline models only). Regularly Inspect CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION ■ Check wheel mounting lug nuts with a torque wrench. Towing Components Torque wheel lug nuts as described in the maintenance To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting...
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — SAFETY CHAIN CONNECTION 2. Route the safety chain through the holes just above the Always Tow with CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION tow bar, located on each side of the mixer stand. a Safety Chain Loop the chain together and place under the tow bar. NEVER! tow the mixer with the safety chain removed.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals The MQ Whiteman WM-70 mortar and plaster mixer is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. Figure 4 below illustrates these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — GENERAL INFORMATION Application Ensure that the extension cable is carefully laid out avoid- ing wet areas , sharp edges and locations where vehicles The MQ Whiteman WM-70 series mixers (drum capacity of might run over it. Avoid allowing the extension cable to be 7.0 cu.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAJOR COMPONENTS Bag Cutter-This feature allows compound mixing bags to be opened easily, therefore allowing the contents of the bag to fall directly into the mixing drum. 10. Safety Grill -Provided for operator safety. This safety grill is designed to keep hands and solid objects out of the mixing drum when in use.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ENGINE COMPONENTS Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop the flow of fuel. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel mixture.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ELECTRIC MOTOR Electric Motor For maintenance care and operation of the electric motor, refer to your electric motor instruction booklet furnished with i t a the motor. i t a Protect the electric motor from dust as much as possible and keep ventilating openings clean.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — ELECTRIC MOTOR The motor supplied is wired for 115 VAC grounded operation. Make certain that the correct size grounded (3-wires) . t f . t f . t f . t f a t l extension cord is used. See Table 6. Motors can burn out when the line voltage falls 5% below the voltage rating of the motor.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — INSPECTION Before Starting 3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. 1. Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual. 2. Clean the mixer , removing dirt and dust, particularly the 4.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — INSPECTION Fuel Check Controls Start/Stop Switches Explosive Fuel DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER This mixer has been equipped with a start/stop switch for Hazard both the gasoline and electric motor mixers. These switches If your mixer has a gasoline engine, determine if the should be tested every time the engine or electric motor is engine fuel is low.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP PROCEDURE This section is intended to assist the operator To start a cold engine, move the choke lever with the initial start-up of the WM-70 mixer (with (Figure 12) to the CLOSED position. gasoline engine or electric motor). It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the mixer in the field.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP PROCEDURE Turn the engine switch (Figure 14) to the ON position. CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Preventing Drum Tipping Make certain the drum lock pin (Figures 17 and 18) is placed to the RIGHT (when viewing the mixer from the towpole end) of the drum stop block which is welded to the front side of the drum.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — START-UP/SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES Place the belt slip lever (Figure 20) in the mix position. When charging, mixing, or dumping a batch of plaster This will tilt the engine placing tension on the V-belts or mortar the drum lock pin should be placed to the enabling the shaft to rotate.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — OPERATION Stopping the Mixer (Gasoline Engine) Stopping the Mixer (Electric Motor) Place the belt slip lever in the start/stop position Place the electric motor's ON/OFF switch (Figure 7) in (Figure 20). the OFF position. Push the main start/stop switch (Figure 15) inward to Disconnect the electric motor's extension cord from its stop the engine.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (ENGINE) Use Table 8 as a general maintenance guideline when servicing your engine. For more detail engine maintenance information, refer to the engine owner's manual supplied with your engine. ) 3 ( l i O r i A ) 1 ( g i t...
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (ENGINE) Maintenance ENGINE AIR CLEANER 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and foam filter element as Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as defined by Table 8 and below: shown in Figure 25. DAILY 2. Tap the paper filter element (Figure 25) several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air ■...
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Ball Socket and Clamp Face Maintenance Drum Head Seals There is 1 set of drum head seals (Figure 26) that will require If the towing vechicle is equipped with a ball socket, smear socket periodically with multi-purpose grease. lubrication.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Fill the wheel hub (Figure 28) with grease to the inside Inspect Tooth Contact between Main Gear and Drive diameter of the outer races and also fill the hub grease Pinion cap. Reassemble the hub and mount the wheel. Then Coat 3 or 4 teeth at 3 different positions on the main tighten the adjusting nut, at the same time turn the wheel gear with yellow paint.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Grease Fittings (Zerk) Maintenance (Electric Motor) Tires Wear/Inflation Tire inflation pressure is the most important factor in tire life. There are two grease (Figure 33) fittings at each end of Pressure should be checked cold before operation. DO NOT the electric motor that will require lubrication.
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WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) 3. After first road use, retorque all lug nuts in sequence. Lug Nut Torque Requirements Check all wheel lug nuts periodically. It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque. Be sure to use only the fasteners matched to the cone angle of the wheel.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — MAINTENANCE (MIXER) Suspension Keep Hands WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Clear of Drum! The rigid type axle and associated hardware (Figure 35) should be periodically inspected for signs of excessive wear, elon- When rotating the mixing drum from the dump position gation of bolt holes, and loosening of fasteners.
WM-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Engine , Mixer and Electric Motor Troubleshooting (Tables 11, 12 and 13) information shown below and on the proceeding pages.