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EDGER # 041270 Allen Engineering’s Razorback Riding Trowels are covered under one or more of the following patent numbers: U.S. Design Patents: 323,510; 340,340; 344,736; 400,542; 402,998; 402,999; 403,332; 410,931. U.S. Utility Patents: 5,108,220; 5,238,323; 5,480,257; 5,480,258; 5,613,801; 5,685,667; 5,803,658; 5,816,739; 5,890,833; 5,934,823; 5,967,696; 5,988,938; 6,048,130; 6,053,660; 6,089,786. Canadian Patents: 2,039,893. French Patents:...
OPERATIONS OPERATIONS IDENTIFICATION PLATE An identification plate listing the Model Number and Serial Number is attached to each unit and is located on the left side of the mainframe. The plate should not be removed. Please record the information found on this plate below so it will be available should the identification plate become lost or damaged .
This machine is built with user safety in mind. However, it can present hazards if improperly operated and serviced. Follow operating instructions carefully! If you have any questions about operating or servicing this equipment please contact your Allen Engineering Distributor or Allen Engineering Corp. Customer Service at 800-643-0095 or 870-236-7751. 1A-3...
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Complete any warranty requirements as specified by the engine manufacturer in their instructions found inside the battery box. Your engine and clutch is not manufactured by Allen Engineering Corp., and therefore is not covered under Allen Engineering warranty. Your engine manufacturer should be contacted if you wish to purchase a parts manual or a repair manual for your engine.
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PUBLICATION. ALLEN ENGINEERING RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE ANY POR- TION OF THIS DOCUMENT WITHOUT NOTIFICATION. Information Contained in This Manual This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the Allen Engineering PRO ® 900-NOL-SFC Model Razorback Riding Trowels.
OPERATIONS 1.1 Safety Notes This manual contains NOTES, CAUTIONS and WARNINGS which must be followed to reduce the possibility of improper service damage to the equipment or personal injury. Read and follow all NOTES, CAUTIONS and WARNINGS included in this manual. NOTE Contains additional information important to a procedure.
OPERATIONS 1.3 Operating Safety Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this equipment! Equipment operated improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous! Read the operating instructions contained in both this manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. Safety Precautions 1.
ALWAYS keep area around muffler free of debris such as leaves, paper, cartons, etc. A hot muffler could ignite such items starting a fire. ALWAYS replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed and recommended by ALLEN ENGINEERING. ALWAYS disconnect battery on machines before servicing to avoid accidental start-up.
900 OL STD Onan 20 900 NOL STD Onan 20 This information was acquired from extensive sound and vibration analysis tests ran at Allen Engineering Corporation. The data above was acquired from May till June of 1996. 1A-9...
® most worse conditions. All Allen Engineering Razorback Riders are equipped with a safety shutdown switch and a low oil shut down for added job safety and engine protection. Operating time between fuel refills is approx- imately 2-1/2 to 3 hours with a rotor speed up to 155 RPM for a PRO 900-NOL-SFC (depending on model).
OPERATIONS 1.10 Operating ® To utilize your Allen Engineering Razorback Rider to its fullest capacity the machine should be driven in the direction the operator is facing. This will finish the widest possible area while giving the operator an excellent view of the slab surface about to be troweled.
OPERATIONS 1.12 Steering A slight "feathering motion" forward and backward with the left hand control lever is required to move the machine in a straight path to the left or right while operating the right hand control lever. See illustration. forward reverse rotate clockwise...
OPERATIONS 1.14 Periodic Maintenance Schedule The chart below list basic trowel and engine maintenance. Refer to engine manufacturer's Operation Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. A copy of the engine Operator's Manual was supplied with the machine when it was shipped. To Service the engine pull the seat locking pin out and tilt seat back. DAILY EVERY 20 EVERY 50 EVERY 100 EVERY 300 HOURS...
1.16 Drive Belts OPERATIONS To Tighten Belts 1. Loosen the four engine bolts. 2. Then locate the engine plate adjustment screws, on the back of the engine. 3. Next loosen the nylon locknuts and jamnuts. 4. Turn all nylon locknuts counterclockwise an equal number of turns to pull the engine backward until cor- rect belt tension is attained.
1.17 Control Linkage Lubrication OPERATIONS The control linkage is equipped with seven grease fitting to lubricate pivot points. Grease control linkage once a week or every 20 hours to prevent wear and ensure free movement and smooth response of control levers. Use a general purpose grease and add one to two shots of grease to each fitting.
1.20 Lift Lever Adjustment OPERATIONS Damage to or replacement of a trowel arm can change the adjustment of the lift lever. This can unbalance the trowel arms and cause the trowel to wobble during operation. To operate smoothly the lift lever on all arms must be adjusted the same to ensure that the trowel is balanced correctly.
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1.21 Transporting Trowel OPERATIONS Optional dolly jacks are available for short moves or to aid in servicing the trowel. Install dolly jacks as follows: 1. Inspect dolly jack for serviceability and damage. 2. Place riding trowel on firm level ground. 3.
1.22 Battery Jump Start Procedure OPERATIONS Occasionally it may be necessary to jump start a weak battery. If jump starting is necessary the following pro- cedure is recommended to prevent starter damage, battery damage, and personal injury. Warning: Jump starting a battery incorrectly can cause the battery to explode resulting in severe personal injury or death.
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PARTS INFORMATION PARTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Frame Assembly ............. . .2A-2 Engine Mounting System .
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ENGINE MOUNT SYSTEM Cont’d PARTS HONDA ENGINE MOUNTING SYSTEM PARTS LIST ILL. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 1....028973 ..ENGINE, HONDA 20 HP ......1 2.
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SPIDER ASSEMBLY (cont’d) PARTS ILL. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 1...012612 ... .NUT, HEX SELFLOCK 5/16-18 ....1 2.
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KAWASAKI CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY PARTS ILL. PART# DESCRIPTION QTY. 1...034613 ... .LENS, GREEN ....... .1 2.
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ACCESSORIES PARTS CRUISE CONTROL KIT PART# 028848 ILL. PART# DESCRIPTION QTY. 1... .010018 ... . .BOLT, 5/16-18 x 1/2 ......2 2.
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ACCESSORIES (cont’d) PARTS DOLLY JACK SYSTEM -- SET PART # 027684 ILL. PART# DESCRIPTION QTY. 1...010040 ... .BOLT, 3/8-16 x 2 .......8 2.
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ACCESSORIES (cont’d) PARTS RIDING TROWEL VINYL COVER PART #: 026594 FLOATING DISCS (PANS) PART #: 026910-2 LIFTING BRIDLE (SLING TYPE) PART #: 035461 TROWEL ARM ALIGNMENT JIG PART #: 016863 SPIDER PULLER ASSEMBLY PART #: 035688 2A-33...
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Engineering Corporation reserves the choice to repair or replace. 2. If Allen Engineering Corporation chooses to replace the part, it will be at no cost to the customer and will be made available to the Distributor/Dealer from whom the customer purchased the product.
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