set-up
The purpose of this section is to assist the user in setting up a NEW trowel. If your trowel is already assembled, (seat, handles, knobs and battery), this section can be skipped.
NOTICE
The new trowel cannot be placed into service until the setup installation instructions are completed.
Before packaging and shipping, this JWN SERIES
Control Handle Assembly
The steering control handles are not attached to the trowel's two lower handles at the time of shipment. To attach the steering control handles to the two lower handle assemblies, perform the following:
1.Remove the bolts from the plastic bag tied to the control towers.
2.Remove all protective wrapping and straps from the control handles.
3.Slip the top (loose) piece into the base of the corresponding handle, making sure to line up the holes.
4.Install the bolt through the lined up holes and tighten the acorn nut onto the threaded end.
NOTICE
Some models are equipped with adjustable height handles. Adjust the height by placing the bolt through the set of holes that corresponds to the most comfortable height.
5.Pay close attention to any wires that may be inside the control handles. DO NOT pinch or cut any wires during installation.
6.Inside the plastic bag of parts are two knobs for the pitch control tower cranks. Install these two knobs onto the tower crank levers.
Seat Assembly
The seat is not installed on the trowel for shipping purposes. To attach the seat perform the following:
1.Remove the seat from the protective wrapping.
2.Insert studs on bottom of seat through holes in the mounting plate.
3.Install and tighten the provided nuts.
Battery Setup
This trowel was shipped with a wet charged battery. This battery may need to be charged for a brief period of time as per the manufacturer instructions.
CAUTION
Use all safety precautions specified by the battery manufacturer when working with the battery. Reference the safety section of this manual for additional information.
To install the battery on the trowel, make sure that the battery is well seated in the battery box. Connect the positive cable to the positive terminal on the battery first, then connect the negative cable to the negative terminal. Close the plastic battery box cover and secure the battery box.