Multiquip WM63H8, WM63H5 manual General information

general information

Application

The MQ Whiteman WM63 Series mixers (drum capacity of 6.3 cu. ft./178 liters) are shipped completely assembled and have been factory tested and are ready for use.

This mixer is only intended for the production of plaster and mortar. The mixer must be used for its intended purpose and is not suitable for the mixing of flammable or explosive substances. The mixer must not be used in an explosive atmosphere.This mixer has a batch capacity between 2-1/2 and 3-1/2 bags.

Power Plants

The WM63 Series mixer can be equipped with either a Honda GX160 or GX240 air-cooled, 4-stroke gasoline engine. In addition this mixer is also available with a 1.5 HP electric motor with that can be configured for either 115 or 230 VAC operation by means of a voltage selector switch. Refer to Table 2 for specific engine or electric motor information.

Electrical

If mixer is equipped with an electric motor, make sure that the power being supplied to the motor corresponds to the voltage rating label on the motor. Supplying the wrong voltage to the electric motor will cause severe electrical damage to the motor.

Always make sure the OFF/ON switch on the electric motor is in the OFF position before applying power.

It is strongly recommended when inserting the mixer's power cord into a receptacle, that a G.F.C.I. (Ground Fault Current Interrupter) receptacle be used (115 VAC applications).

Extension Cables

The extension cable should be a 3-wire configuration that includes a ground wire that conforms to UL code. The wire cross section must be a minimum of 2.5 mm2. Choose an extension cord of adequate current carrying capacity as referenced in Table 6. Remember cable distance affects the current-voltage capacity of the extension cable.

Ensure that the extension cable is carefully laid out avoiding wet areas, sharp edges and locations where vehicles might run over it. Avoid allowing the extension cable to be trapped underneath the mixer.

Unroll the extension cable fully or it will overheat and could catch fire. Make sure that all extension cable connections are dry and safe. Replace any defective or badly worn extension cable immediately.

Hardware

Check all hardware on the mixer before starting. Periodically inspect all hardware. Loose hardware can contribute to early component failure and poor performance. Use Table 4 as a general guideline when torqueing of mixer hardware is required. Remember to keep all mixer hardware components tight.

Table 4. Hardware Torque Recommendations

Hardware Diameter	Torque (ft-lbs)
5/16-inch x 18	14
3/8-inch x 16	24
3/8-inch x 24	37
1/2-inch x 13	39
1/2-inch x 13	90
(Grade 8)

Engine Maintenance

For basic engine maintenance, refer to the engine maintenance section in this manual. For a more detailed engine maintenance, refer to the Honda Engine Owner's manual furnished with the engine.

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