Multiquip HPLA46411H Tighten cable clamp screw and swivel stop screw, Handle Height Adjustment

HPLA/HPHA-SERIES 46"TROWEL — ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

4.Tighten cable clamp screw and swivel stop screw.

5.After the cable has been installed on the engine, adjust and tighten operator position of the handle to lock the throttle cable at the proper length.

6.Adjust cable tension loosening the lock nut on the throttle cable receiver (Figure 9), loosening or tightening the adjuster nut below it, then retightening the lock nut.

Figure 9. Throttle Adjust

7.These are general instructions. Installation of the throttle cable may vary for different engine configurations. Please look for more detailed instructions inside the box containing the handle.These more detailed instructions should provide adequate guidance for installing.

Handle Height Adjustment

If handle height adjustment is desired, a handle wedge kit can be purchasedforyourtrowelbyorderingP/N2576fromyourMultiquip dealer.These wedges are placed between the handle and the gearbox to adjust the operating height of the handle. This kit comes complete with wedges, new bolts and installation instructions.This will move your operating handle position up or down approximately 3” (76mm).

Safety Stop SwitchWire

Locate the safety stop switch wire protruding from the handle tube (Figure10) and connect it to the tail wire on the engine. Test the safety stop switch to insure proper operation.

Figure 10. Engine Safety Stop Wire Connection

Pitch Cable Installation

1.Expose the pitch cable to maximum by adjusting the handle pitch to the "no pitch" position. On the standard model turn the pitch control counter-clockwise, (Figure 11). On the Quick-Pitch™ model, pivot the pitch handle forward or no pitch, (Figure 12).

Figure 11. "No Pitch" Position (Standard)

Figure 12. "No Pitch" Position (Quick-Pitch™)

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