Multiquip manual HTH44T- General Information

HTH44T— GENERAL INFORMATION

HTH44TRIDE-ONTROWEL FAMILIARIZATION

The HTH44T series Ride-On Power Trowels are designed for the floating and finishing of concrete slabs.

Take a walk around the HTH44T Ride-On Power Trowel. Take notice of all the entire major components (see Figures 2 and 3, pages 14 and 15) like the engine, blades, pitch towers, 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 HTH44T Ride-On Power Trowel.

Before using your HTH44T 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.

Dual joystick controls located to the left and right of the operator are provided for steering the HTH44T Ride-on Power Trowel. The joysticks are linked to three hydraulic steering cylinders located within the frame of the machine. When the right side steering joystick is moved either forward or backward it will cause that side of the Ride-on Power Trowel to move in either a forward or reverse direction. Moving the same joystick left or right causes the trowel to move in either the left or right direction.

When the left side steering joystick is moved, it will cause the left side of the Ride-on Power Trowel to travel in either a forward or reverse direction.

Hydraulic Pump

Delivers a continuous controlled flow of hydraulic fluid to the hydraulic motors.

Engine

The HTH44T Ride-On PowerTrowel is available with a standard V1505-TE Kubota diesel engine. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for specific instructions regarding engine operation.This manual is included with the ride-on trowel at the time of shipping from Whiteman. Please contact your nearest Multiquip Dealer for a replacement should the original manual disappear.

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 HTH44T is equipped with five 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.

Hydraulic Steering

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 HTH44T series Ride-on Power Trowel 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 3, Page 15).

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 6). This checklist will provide an outline for an experienced operator to provide training to a new operator

HTH44T • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (03/27/12) — PAGE 13