Ride-on power trowel (b&s vanguard 23 hp gasoline engine) (56 pages)
Summary of Contents for MULTIQUIP Whiteman STXD6i
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OPERATION MANUAL SERIES MODEL STXD6i HYDRAULIC RIDE-ON TROWEL (YANMAR 4TNV84T-Z-DSA2 DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #2 (05/28/15) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. PN: 22778...
SILICOSIS/RESPIRATORY WARNINGS WARNING WARNING SILICOSIS WARNING RESPIRATORY HAZARDS Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials with silica in their composition may give other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal basic component of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and injury or illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer,...
TRAINING CHECKLIST Training Checklist Description Date Read operation manual completely Machine layout, location of components, checking of engine and hydraulic oil levels Fuel system, refueling procedure Operation of spray and lights Operation of controls (machine not running) Safety controls, safety stop switch operation Emergency stop procedures Startup of machine, pre-heat,...
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading Potential hazards associated with the operation of this the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which at all times when operating this equipment. may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with Failure to read and understand the safety safety messages.
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NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not Avoid wearing jewelry or loose fi tting clothes that may recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage snag on the controls or moving parts as this can cause to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
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SAFETY INFORMATION TROWEL SAFETY NOTICE ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition. DANGER Fix damage to machine and replace any broken parts Engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon immediately. monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.
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SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERY SAFETY NOTICE NEVER run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air DANGER fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the frequently to prevent engine malfunction.
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SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY TOWING SAFETY CAUTION CAUTION NEVER allow any person or animal to Check with your local county or state safety stand underneath the equipment while towing regulations, in addition to meeting lifting. Department of Transportation (DOT) Safety Towing Regulations, before towing ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION EMISSIONS INFORMATION Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling. Trailer should be adjusted to a level position at all times NOTICE when towing. The diesel engine used in this equipment has been Raise and lock trailer wheel stand in up position when designed to reduce harmful levels of carbon monoxide towing.
LIFTING AND TRANSPORTING LIFTING THE TROWEL TRANSPORTING THE TROWEL When lifting trowel for moving or transporting, do the After trowel has been lifted onto a flatbed truck, do the following (see Figure 1). following: 3. Attach suitable tie-down straps to the trowel. Route tie-down straps on both sides as shown in Figure 2.
DIMENSIONS Figure 3. STXD6i Dimensions Table 3. Trowel Dimensions A – Length – in. (cm) 125 (318) B – Width – in. (cm) 65 (165) C – Height – in. (cm) 56 (142) NOTES: 1. This value includes the seat height (Table 3). 2.
GENERAL INFORMATION INTENDED USE HYDRAULIC STEERING Operate the STXD6i ride-on trowel, tools, and components Dual palm grip joystick controls located to the left and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Use of right of the operator are provided for steering the STXD6i any other tools for stated operation is considered contrary Ride-On Trowel.
COMPONENTS Figure 4. Components (Front) 1. Seat — Place for operator to sit. Trowel blades will not 7. Cruise Control Switch — Press this switch to engage rotate unless operator is seated. Seat is adjustable. the cruise control. Press again to disengage. 2.
COMPONENTS Figure 5. Components (Rear) 17. Pitch Mode Switch — Sets the mode of operation of 30. Steering Control (right side) — Allows the unit to the blade pitch system to either auto or manual. move in either a forward, reverse left or right direction. 18.
BASIC ENGINE Figure 6. Basic Engine 12. Oil Dip Stick — Remove to check amount and 1. Air Filter — Helps provide clean source of air flow to condition of oil in crankcase. turbocharger and engine. 13. ECO Governor — Controls engine rpm. 2.
INSPECTION HYDRAULIC OIL NOTICE 1. Check the hydraulic oil condition through the sight glass The following sections are intended to assist the (Figure 8) Replace hydraulic oil if dirty or if bubbles operator with inspection of the STXD6i Ride-On Trowel. are present.
INSPECTION FUEL The carbon residue content must not exceed 0.01% by volume. Less than 0.1% is preferred. 1. Determine if the engine fuel is low (Figure 9). The total aromatics content should not exceed 35% by volume. Less than 30% is preferred. ...
SETUP The purpose of this section is to assist the user in setting 2. To install the battery on the trowel, make sure that the up a new trowel. If your trowel is already assembled, (seat, battery is well seated in the battery box (Figure 10). handles, knobs and battery), this section can be skipped.
OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE NOTICE It is recommended that the operation of the Safety Stop WARNING Switch is checked prior to performing any troweling NEVER operate the trowel in a confined operations. Doing this will verify that the switch is area or enclosed area structure that does working properly contributing to safe operation of the not provide ample free flow of air.
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OPERATION ENGINE THROTTLE Hydraulic cooling fan will come back on and the hydraulic fluid will be diverted away from the Pitch The engine throttle has three primary speed settings: Idle, relief valve. Charge, and Operating RPM. Safety Interlocks 1. Each press of the Throttle Switch (Figure 13) steps it from idle to operating speed if operator presence is 1.
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OPERATION STEERING 2. The cruise control can be disengaged by the operator resuming control of pump stroke by depressing the Two joysticks (Figure 15 and Figure 16) located to the left foot pedal after releasing or by sitting up from the seat. and right of the operator’s seat provide directional control for Safety Interlocks the STXD6i Ride-On Trowel.
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OPERATION 2. Push both the left and right joysticks forward (Figure 18). Table 4. Joystick Directional Positioning LEFT JOYSTICK PUSH CONTROL FORWARD CONTROL JOYSTICK RESULT & DIRECTION RIGHT JOYSTICK Causes only the Move LEFT Joystick CONTROL left side of the FORWARD ride-on trowel to move forward.
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OPERATION BLADE PITCH CONTROL NOTICE There are two modes of operation of the blade pitch system Moving the switches forward increases the pitch while that can be set by the Pitch Mode Switch (Figure 20): moving them backward decreases the pitch. ...
OPERATION ENGINE SHUTDOWN 1. Return the throttle switch (Figure 21) to idle and allow the engine to idle for 5 minutes. THROTTLE SWITCH CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH Figure 21. Engine Shutdown NOTICE Failure to allow the engine to idle for 5 minutes before shutting engine OFF may lead to turbocharger damage.
MAINTENANCE Table 5. Maintenance Schedule Periodic Maintenance Interval Every Every Every System Check Item DAILY Every Every Every Every 1000 1500 2000 50 Hrs 100 Hrs 250 Hrs 500 Hrs Check Air Cleaner Clean Air Cleaner Element Replace Air Cleaner Element Check and Refill Engine Coolant Check and Clean Radiator Fins 2nd time...
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MAINTENANCE Air Cleaner Service CAUTION CAUTION Cer tain maintenance operations or machine adjustments require specialized knowledge and skill. Wear protective equipment such as Attempting to perform maintenance operations or approved safety glasses or face shields adjustments without the proper knowledge, skills or and dust masks or respirators when training could result in equipment damage or injury to cleaning air filters with compressed air.
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MAINTENANCE FAN BELT TENSION 3. Check radiator hoses for fatigue or cracking. Replace if in doubt of the integrity of the hoses. A slack fan belt may contribute to overheating, or to 4. Check radiator cap seal and replace as necessary. insufficient charging of the battery.
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MAINTENANCE Changing Engine Oil And Filter 5. Clean sealing surface on engine where filter mounts. 6. Coat the seal of the new oil filter with clean engine oil. Change the engine oil and filter after the first 50 hours of Install new filter first by hand until it contacts the engine use, then every 6 months or 250 hours.
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE TUNE-UP Refer to your engine manual for specific details to perform this operation. At the front of this manual is a “Daily Pre-Operation FUEL/WATER SEPARATOR Checklist”. Make copies of this checklist and use it on a daily basis. Inspect the Fuel/Water Separator daily.
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MAINTENANCE LONG TERM STORAGE 3. Attach the blade tie-downs to the far side of the Z-Clip brackets with tie-down knobs as shown in Figure 29. 1. Remove the battery. 4. Check to make certain that the blade edges are 2. Drain fuel from fuel tank. secured under the Z-Clips and the tie-downs are secured completely over the edges of the blade bar 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Ride-On Hydraulic Trowel) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Other problems? Consult engine manufacturer’s manual. Safety stop switch not functioning. Loose wire connections? Check wiring. Replace as necessary. Bad contacts? Replace seat cushion (contains the switch). Make certain blades are in good condition, not excessively worn.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Ride-On Hydraulic Trowel) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Check all electrical connections, including the master on/ Wiring? off switch and check to see if wiring is in good condition with no shorts. Replace as necessary. Lights (optional) not working. Check to see if light bulbs are still good.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Diesel Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution No Fuel reaching injection pump? Add fuel. Check entire fuel system. Defective fuel pump? Replace fuel pump. Fuel fi lter clogged? Replace fuel fi lter and clean tank. Faulty fuel supply line? Replace or repair fuel line.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Diesel Engine) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Air fi lter blocked? Clean or replace air fi lter. Low engine power output and low speed, Incorrect valve clearances? Adjust valves per engine specifi cation. black exhaust smoke. Malfunction at injector? See engine manual.
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