GENERAL INFORMATION
The STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowels are designed for the floating and finishing of concrete slabs.
Take a walk around the STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel. Take notice of all the entire major components (see Figures 2 and 3, pages 13 and 14) like the engine, blades, air cleaner, ignition switch etc. Check that there is always oil in the engine, and hydraulic oil in the hydraulic oil reservoir.
Read all the safety instructions carefully. Safety instructions will be found throughout this manual and on the machine. Keep all safety information in good, readable condition. Operators should be well trained on the operation and maintenance of the STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel.
Before using your STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel, test it on a flat watered down section of finished concrete.This trial test run will increase your confidence in using the trowel and at the same time it will familiarize you with the trowel’s controls and indicators. In addition you will understand how the trowel will handle under actual conditions.
Engine
The STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel is available with a standard 55hp John Deere diesel engine. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for specific instructions regarding engine operation. Please contact your nearest Multiquip Dealer for a replacement should the original manual disappear or become otherwise unusable.
Blades
The blades of the Ride-on Power Trowel finish the concrete as they are swirled around the surface. Blades are classified as float (10 or 8 inches wide), and finish (6 inches wide).The STX- SERIES is equipped with six blades per rotor equally spaced in a radial pattern and attached to vertical rotating shaft by means of a spider assembly.
Hydraulic Motor
Independent hydrostatic drive motors are coupled to the engine- powered hydrostatic pumps. Each motor drives a spider assembly.
Dual palm grip joystick controls located to the left and right of the operator are provided for steering the STX-SERIES Ride-on Power Trowel.The joysticks are linked to three hydraulic steering cylinders located within the frame of the machine. Detailed explanation of how the joystick controls affect the steering of the trowel can be found in Table 3, on page 18.
Hydraulic Pump
Delivers a continuous controlled flow of hydraulic fluid to the hydraulic motors.
CAUTION
This Ride-on Power Trowel is very heavy and awkward to move around. Use proper heavy lifting procedures and DO NOT attempt to lift the Ride-on Power Trowel by the guard rings.
Moving the Ride-On Trowel
The STX-SERIES Ride-on PowerTrowel is designed to be moved and handled several ways. The easiest way to lift the ride-on trowel is to utilize the lift loops that are welded to the frame. These lift loops are located to the left and right sides of the operator’s seat (Figure 2, Page 13).
A strap or chain can be attached to these lift loops, allowing a forklift or crane to lift the Ride-on Power Trowel up onto a slab of concrete. The strap or chain should have a minimum 2,000 pounds (1000-kg) lifting capacity and the lifting gear must be capable of lifting at least this amount.
Training
For proper training, please use the “TRAINING CHECKLIST” located in the front of this manual (Page 5). This checklist will provide an outline for an experienced operator to provide training to a new operator.
