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B-SERIES TROWEL — INSTRUCTIONS

Putting Into Service

Before packing and shipping, this Power Trowel was run and tested at the factory. If there are any problems, please let us know. Fill out and send the warranty-registration card supplied with the machine. All warranties are void unless this card is on file with us.

Before putting your new finisher into service, read all manuals and instructions carefully. Improper setup, use or maintenance of your equipment could result in personal injury or damage to equipment.

The purpose of this section of the manual is to explain the intended setup, use and maintenance of this equipment.

STEP 2

Assembly

Note: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE ANY COMPONENTS.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY — QUICK PITCH™

The QUICK PITCH handle is spring loaded, personal injury or damage could result from improper handling or installation. Attach the handle tube as shown (Step 1). Bolts are to be inserted from the bottom side of the handle. Note that the bolt on the engine side must have a washer between the gearbox and the nut. The

Remove one brass nut from the cable end. Thread the second brass nut towards the cable as far as possible (Step 3). Insert the cable end into the yoke as shown. Replace the brass set nut on the cable end. Tighten the set nut by hand as far as possible to remove slack from the cable (Step 4). Using a wrench, tighten the locking nut on the other side of the boss to lock the cable in place (Step 5).

STEP 1

second bolt carries the auxiliary lift handle bracket in the place of a washer.

After the handle is connected to the trowel, grasp the QUICK PITCH control from operator’s position. Pull the adjustment trigger on the QUICK PITCH handle and push the entire handle towards the engine as far as possible (Step 2).This will compress the spring inside the handle. Considerable force may be required to do this! Release the trigger to lock the spring in this compressed position.

STEP 3

STEP 4

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