Whiteman series walk-behind trowels (honda gx160/270 and robin ex170/270 gasoline engines) (70 pages)
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL (SUBARU EX270DE5013 GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (9/4/15) Original Version To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. P/N 30226...
NOTICE All orders are treated as Standard Orders and will ship the same day if received prior to 3PM PST. WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS! BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 5...
This machine to be operated by qualified personnel. Ask for training as needed. WARNING Guard Hazard NEVER operate this equipment with guards removed. Keep hands clear. PAGE 8 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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No one other than the operator is to be in the working area when the equipment is in operation. DO NOT use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 9...
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NEVER place your feet or hands inside the guard rings muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool while starting or operating this equipment. before servicing equipment. PAGE 10 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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ALWAYS tie down equipment during transport by comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from securing the equipment with rope. the ignition system. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 11...
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Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center promotes energy cost savings. PAGE 12 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
13.82 x 16.54 X 16.14 in. (351 X 420 X 410 mm) Dimensions (L x W x H) 46.31 lbs (21 Kg.) Dry Net Weight PAGE 14 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
V-belt pulley drive system. The pulley engages using a centrifugal clutch. See parts section of this manual for a breakdown of the drive system. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 15...
6. Vibratory Handle Bar — Installed rubber shock in the desired position. Tightewn the star wheen (turn mounts/isolators reduces vibration when the trowel clockwise) to lock handlebar. is operating. PAGE 16 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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14. Gearbox — Helical worm gear drive gearbox. Provides rotation of blades via engine interface. ALWAYS check gearbox oil level (sight glass) prior to each use. Fill with recommended type gearbox oil. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 17...
4. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely. DO NOT over fill. PAGE 18 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
Figure 7 and move the handlebar to the desired position. T-HANDLE BAR Figure 5. Trowel Folded and Operational Positions HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT STAR WHEEL Figure 7. Upper Handle Adjustment BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 19...
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The Quick Pitch™ T-handle is under spring tension and can snap in the direction of force (toward user) if not firmly grasped which may cause bodily injury. PAGE 20 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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CLUTCH the proper length. CABLE Figure 14. Handlebar Clutch Cable 3. Check that the clutch cable is fed along the tube and secured with zip ties. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 21...
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Figure 21. Attaching Clutch Cable To Cable Support Bracket 11. Using two 1/2" wrenches tighten the inner and outer nut against the clutch cable support bracket. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 23...
Refer to the maintenance section of this manual for blade pitch adjustment procedure. Replace any worn blades. PAGE 24 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
NOTICE The trowel is heavy and awkward to move around. Use proper heavy lifting procedures and DO NOT lift the trowel by the guard rings. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 25...
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3. Push the throttle lever (Figure 28) in the "idle" position. not started repeat steps 1 through 5. IDLE THROTTLE LEVER Figure 28. Throttle (Idle Position) Figure 31. Choke Lever Closed PAGE 26 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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“Slabs on Grade” published by the American Concrete Institute, Detroit, Michigan. Read the “Training” section of this manual for more information. BLADES PITCHED UPWARDS FLAT Figure 35. Blade Pitch T-Handle BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 27...
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NEVER place your feet or hands inside the guard rings ALWAYS keep clear of rotating or moving parts while operating this equipment. while starting or operating this equipment. PAGE 28 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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Figure 37. Throttle Lever (Idle) 2. After the engine cools, turn the engine start/stop switch to the “OFF” position (Figure 38). Figure 38. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF Position) BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 29...
For optimum panning performance blade speed must be changed. Use Low Speed Kit. Reference Engine and Clutch Assembly in parts section of this manual. Figure 41. Finish Blade PAGE 30 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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Trowel Arms Remove/Clean Thrust Collar/Bushing Remove/Clean Blade Arms Adjust Arm Bushing Remove/Replace Wear Ring Remove/Replace Thrust Collar Bearing Remove/Replace Pitch Control Cable Check Clutch Remove/Clean PAGE 32 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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AFTER steam cleaning. ENGINE CHECK Check daily for any oil and/or fuel leakage, thread nut and bolt tightness, and overall cleanliness. Figure 46. Engine Air Cleaner BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 33...
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DO NOT overfill. (0.7- 0.8 MM.) 4. Reinstall drain bolt with sealing washer and tighten securely. Figure 48. Spark Plug Gap Figure 47. Draining Engine Oil PAGE 34 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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5. If the spark arrester is damaged and has breaks or holes, replace with a new one. 6. Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector in reverse order of disassembly. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 35...
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“DISHED” EFFECT ON FINISHED CONCRETE 1. Place the trowel on a flat, level area free of dirt and debris. Figure 54. Incorrect Spider Plate Alignment PAGE 36 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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4. Install the new blades, maintaining the proper blade Figure 55. Spider Removal orientation for direction of rotation. 5. Reinstall the bolts and lock washers. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 37...
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BOLT HOLE HOLE FLAT OF HEXAGONAL SHAFT (TOP OF ARM) TROWEL ARM ROUND SHAFT SECTION TROWEL ARM HEXAGONAL (HEX) SHAFT SECTION Figure 58. Trowel Arm PAGE 38 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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5. Adjust the bolt distance shown in Figure 60 to match keyway on gear box main shaft and insert into spider one of the arms. The other arms will be adjusted to assembly. match this distance. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 39...
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Z-Clips and the tie-downs are secured completely over the edges of the blade bar before the machine is put back into operation. PAGE 40 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
Fuel fi lter/lines clogged? Replace fuel fi lter. Fuel tank cap breather hole clogged? Clean or replace fuel tank cap. Air in fuel line? Bleed fuel line. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 41...
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Will not start, no power with ON/OFF switch in "ON" position. Centrifugal stop switch not activated ON? Turn on centrifugal stop switch. Centrifugal stop switch/wiring defective? Replace centrifugal stop switch. Check wiring. PAGE 42 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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O.D., replace the thrust collar. Check the thrust bearing to see that it is spinning Thrust bearing worn? freely. Replace if necessary. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 43...
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Check and replace ON/OFF switch if Trowel blades do not rotate. Defective ON/OFF switch? necessary. Check and replace centrifugal ON/OFF Defective centrifugal ON/OFF switch? switch if necessary. PAGE 44 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 46 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
1....10968 ....THRUST BEARING KIT 2....20111 ....OIL, MOBIL SYNTHETIC 22OZ. NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 47...
18910 Wilmington Ave Carson, CA 90746 SERIAL NO. MODEL MFG. DATE kg/lb kW/hp DESIGNED AND ASSEMBLED IN USA PRELOAD TRIM INDICATOR 36” 48” FINISH COMBO FINISH COMBO PAGE 48 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
STANDARD HANDLE ASSY. BLUE LOCTITE NOTES: USE LOCTITE BLUE# 246 W/ ALL SCREWS. PART OF ITEM# 47 ASSEMBLY. PAGE 50 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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22095-P HANDLE, W/ FIN VIBE CONTROL 30220 KIT, HANDLE INSTALLATION ......1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/♦ 30230 CABLE, CLUTCH SXHC MAIN HANDLE ASSY........1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/# CONTACT UNIT SALES BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 51...
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STANDARD HANDLE ASSY. BLUE LOCTITE NOTES: USE LOCTITE BLUE# 246 W/ ALL SCREWS. PART OF ITEM# 47 ASSEMBLY. PAGE 52 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
USE LOCTITE BLUE# 246 W/ ALL SCREWS. TORQUE TO 8 FT.-LBS. (10.8 N m) TORQUE TO 14.5 FT.-LBS. (20 N m) TORQUE TO 23 FT.-LBS. (31 N m) PAGE 58 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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SCREW, HHC 1/4-20 X 1-3/4" 21893 SCREW, FAST LEAD 21986 WASHER, FAST LEAD-STAINLESS 21894 CLIP, FAST LEAD 21922 CLAMP, 0.625"ID PIPE 10024 NUT, NYLOC 1/4-20 60097 BLUE LOCTITE, #246 BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 59...
STABILIZER RING ASSY. NOTES: TORQUE TO 17 FT.-LBS. (23 N m) PAGE 60 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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RING, STABILIZER 1237 SCREW, SHC 5/16-18 X 7/8, NYL PATCH, NP 1723 ROD END, 5/16 DIA X 5/16-24 MALE END RH 0300 B WASHER, FLAT SAE 5/16 BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 61...
ITEMS 1,4, 25, AND 29 PLUS GASKETS. BEARING KIT INCLUDES ITEMS 6,7,18 AND 19. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY ITEM 30, INCLUDES ITEMS WITHIN DASHED LINE EXCEPT ITEMS 12,13 AND 31. PAGE 62 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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22292 SPACER, 0.5" X 0.402" X .25"L UNTREATED 2 20802 RING, SNAP 1150 YOKE ARM 20801 PIN, YOKE 60091 LOCTITE, BLUE #242 60096 LOCTITE, WHITE #572 BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 63...
TORQUE TO 8 FT.-LBS. (10.8 N m) TORQUE TO 13 FT.-LBS. (18 N m) TORQUE TO 14.5 FT.-LBS. (19.6 N m) TORQUE TO 26 FT.-LBS. (35 N m) PAGE 64 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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END CAP, 1" SHAFT 32448 SCREW, BHC, 5/16-18 x 1/2" 933241 WASHER, FLAT SAE 5/16 GRD 9 YZ 22587 LOW SPEED KIT ..............1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 65...
INCLUDED WITH ITEM 19 OR CAN BE ORDERED SEPARATELY (P/N 1471) TORQUE TO 23 FT.-LBS (31 N m) TORQUE TO 17 FT.-LBS (23 N m) PAGE 66 — BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)
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SCREW, HHCS 5/16-18 X 1-1/2" GRD 5 1477 BLUE LOCTITE, #242 BLADE ASSY .............4....CONTACT MQ UNIT SALES DEPT. 23648 KIT, BOLT SAE ...........1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/@ 1434 PLUG, BLADE BS90C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (9/4/15)— PAGE 67...
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