Whiteman series hydraulic ride-on trowel (104 pages)
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL (HONDA GX160UT2QX2 GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #2 (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 30223...
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! JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
312 X 362 X 335 mm Dimensions (L x W x H) (12.3 x 14.3 X 13.2 in.) Dry Net Weight 15 Kg. (33.1 lbs.) PAGE 14 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 17...
OFF position stops engine operation. 5. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel mixture. PAGE 18 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. Handlebar Adjustment JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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(Figure 13) approximately 1/2". To secure throttle wire, tighten the cable retaining screw. 3. Check that the clutch cable is fed along the tube and secured with zip ties. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 21...
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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 23...
Refer to the maintenance section of this manual for blade pitch adjustment procedure. Replace any worn blades. PAGE 24 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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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 JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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) JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 33...
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.028 - .031 IN. (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 Figure 54. Incorrect Spider Plate Alignment debris. PAGE 36 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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4. Install the new blades, maintaining the proper blade orientation for direction of rotation. Figure 55. Spider Removal 5. Reinstall the bolts and lock washers. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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6. Loosen the locking nut on the trowel arm lever, then main shaft. turn the trowel arm adjusting bolt until it barely touches (.010") the fixture adjusting bolt. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 46 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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. JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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DECAL KIT ................1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS W/# 12405 DECAL: WHITEMAN QUICK PITCH 22070 DECAL: MQ WHITEMAN POWER TROWEL, ROUND. 23704 ISO DECAL: GUARD WARNING 2.00” DIA. 1735 DECAL: PRELOAD TRIM INDICATOR JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 49...
STANDARD HANDLE ASSY. BLUE LOCTITE NOTES: USE LOCTITE BLUE# 246 W/ ALL SCREWS. PART OF ITEM# 47 ASSEMBLY. PAGE 50 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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KIT, HANDLE INSTALLATION ..........1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS W/ 30230 CABLE, INSTACLUTCH SXHC MAIN HANDLE ASSY............... 1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS W/# CONTACT UNIT SALES JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
LOCTITE BLUE LOCTITE NOTES: USE LOCTITE BLUE# 246 W/ ALL SCREWS. TORQUE TO 6.25 FT.-LBS. (8.5 N m) TORQUE TO 23 FT.-LBS. (31 N m) PAGE 58 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 59...
STABILIZER RING ASSY. NOTES: TORQUE TO 17 FT.-LBS. (23 N m) PAGE 60 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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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 JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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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 JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 63...
TORQUE TO 8 FT.-LBS. (10.8 N m) TORQUE TO 14.5 FT.-LBS. (19.6 N m) TORQUE TO 32.75 FT.-LBS. (44.4 N m) TORQUE TO 13 FT.-LBS. (17.632 N m) PAGE 64 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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SCREW, FHSC 5/16-24 X 2-1/2" 30244 BRACKET, 1" SHAFT 30284 SPACER, CLUTCH, 3/4" SHAFT 32448 SCREW, BHC, 5/16-18 X 1/2" 22587 LOW SPEED KIT ..............1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (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 — JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15)
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1477 BLUE LOCTITE, #242 BLADE ASSY ................4 ... CONTACT MQ UNIT SALES DEPT 23647 KIT, BOLT .................. 1 ... INCLUDES ITEMS 1434 PLUG, BLADE JH55C WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (9/4/15) — PAGE 67...
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