Stow MS-70 manual Explosive Fuel, Start/Stop Switch, Belt Check, Blade Check

STOW MS-70 PLASTER/MORTAR MIXER — INSPECTION

Fuel Check

DANGER	Explosive Fuel
	Hazard

If your mixer has a gasoline engine, determine if the engine fuel is low. If fuel is low, remove the fuel filler cap and fill with unleaded gasoline. Motor

fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled.DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the mixer if the engine is hot! or running.

1.Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.

2.Visuallyinspecttoseeiffuellevelislow. Iffuelislow,replenish with unleaded fuel.

3.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

CAUTION Start/Stop Switch

NEVER! disable or disconnect the start/stop switch. It is provided for operator safety. Injury may result if it is disable, disconnected or improperly maintained.

V-belt Check

A worn or damaged V-belt can adversely affect the performance of the mixer. If a V-belt is defective or worn simply replace the V-belt as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual.

Blade Check

Check for worn or paddle blades. Make sure that all blades are adjusted properly. See blade adjustment procedure in this manual. Replace all defective or damaged blades immediately.

Controls

Start/Stop Switches

This mixer has been equipped with a start/stop switch for both the gasoline and electric motor mixers.These switches should be tested every time the engine or electric motor is started.

Grease Fittings (Dumping Mechanism)

Check the zerk grease fittings at each end of the mixing drum. These grease fittings lubricate the dumping mechanism. If the dumping handle is stiff or hard to move lubricate these fittings.

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