MAINTENANCE (MIXER)

3.After first road use, retorque all lug nuts in sequence. Check all wheel lug nuts periodically.

SUSPENSION

The suspension type axle and associated hardware (Figure

40)should be periodically inspected for signs of excessive wear, elongation of bolt holes, and loosening of fasteners. Replace all damaged parts immediately.

Figure 40. Axle Support Components

MIXER CLEANING

It is important that the drum interior is free of dried material. Obstructions can cause the paddle blades to lock against the drum resulting in sudden dump handle movement.

1.

Stop the engine. Push the engine “Kill” button to the

 

“OFF” position.

2.

Place the hydraulic paddle lever (Figure 5) in "neutral"

 

position do disengage.

3.

ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire (gasoline

 

engines) before cleaning the inside of the drum. If mixer

 

is equipped with an electric motor remove power cord

 

from AC power source. In addition make sure the

 

clutch engagement lever is disengaged.

4.

Place “Do Not Operate” tag on mixer.

5.

Make sure the rear section of safety grate is connected

 

to the mixing drum.

6.

At the end of each day’s operation, place mixer drum

 

in an upright position and spray inside of tub

 

immediately with water to prevent lumps of dried mortar

 

or plaster from forming and contamination of future

Figure 39. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence

batches, DO NOT allow a buildup of materials to form

on the blades or anywhere inside the drum.

 

7.

Rotate mixer to dump position and remove debris.

8.

Thoroughly clean the entire mixer, wheels, cabinet

 

and frame.

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