Multiquip STXD6i general information, Intended Use, Familiarization, Engine, Blades

general information

Intended Use

Operate the STXD6i ride-on trowel, tools, and components in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Use of any other tools for stated operation is considered contrary to designated use.The risk of such use lies entirely with the user. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages as a result of misuse.

Familiarization

The STXD6i Ride-On Power Trowel is designed for the floating and finishing of concrete slabs.

Take a walk around your trowel. Take notice of all the major components like the engine, blades, air cleaner, fuel system, fuel shut-off valve, ignition switch etc. Check that there is always a proper level of oil in the engine and a proper level of hydraulic oil in the hydraulic oil reservoir.

Read all the safety information 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 trowel.

Before using your 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

This trowel is equipped with a Yanmar 4TNV84T diesel engine. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for specific instructions regarding engine operation.

Blades

The blades of the trowel finish the concrete as they are swirled around the surface. Blades are classified as combination (10 or 8 inches wide) and finish (6 inches wide). This trowel is equipped with six blades per rotor equally spaced in a radial pattern and attached to a vertical rotating shaft by means of a spider assembly.

Independent hydrostatic drive motors are coupled to the engine-powered hydrostatic pump. Each motor drives a spider assembly.

Hydraulic Steering

Dual palm grip joystick controls located to the left and right of the operator are provided for steering the STXD6i Ride-On Trowel. The joysticks are linked to three hydraulic steering cylinders located within the frame of the machine.

Hydraulic Pump

The hydraulic pump delivers controlled flow of hydraulic fluid to the hydraulic motors.

STXD6i RIDE-ON TROWEL • operation manual —rev. #0 (03/23/12) — page 17