Operating Instructions; Clutch; Mixing; Clean Up - Western 1200 Operator's Manual & Parts Breakdown

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The model 1200 Mixer is heavy-duty and capable of mixing materials to an ideal consistency in only minutes�
It is suitable for all plaster, mortar, cementitious slurries, reproong materials, accoustic, roong coatings,
gypsum mixes with sand, clay, vermiculite, perlite, magnesite, low and high viscosity liquids�

CLUTCH

Always verify the clutch is disengaged before starting the engine� Allow the engine to warm up before
engaging the clutch�

MIXING

Add all except 1-1/2 gallons of water� Engage the clutch to start rotating the paddles� Add all of the cement and
let it mix into a soft, lump free, slurry� Gradually add the aggregate at about 1 cubic foot every 15 seconds� Add
the remaining water desired to get the consistency desired�

CLEAN UP

Keep the mixer as clean as possible as a clean and well maintained machine will give maximum years of
service�

SEALS AND BEARINGS

Lubricate the bearings and shaft seals daily� Fill with waterproof grease until the grease starts to squeeze
to the seals and retaining rings� This is often audible as pockets of air pop through the seals and retaining
rings� Do not try to force grease through the seals as doing so can cause the seals to fail� Improper
maintenance will shorten the life of the seals, bearings, and paddle shaft�
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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