start-up

6.Place the belt slip lever (Figure 14) in the START/STOP (disengaged) position.

START/STOP

POSITION

STOP

DRUM LATCH PIN

BELT SLIP

LEVER

Figure 14. Belt Slip Lever

(Start/Stop Position)

CAUTION

Make certain the drum lock pin (Figure 15

and Figure 16) is placed to the RIGHT (when

viewing the mixer from the towpole end) of the drum stop block which is welded to the front side of the drum. Also make sure lock pin is fully

engaged (locked).This will prevent the drum from tipping.

LOCK

PIN

FRONT

POST

DRUM

Figure 15. Drum Lock Pin (Side-View)

BLOCK

TOW OR LOCKED

POSITION

Figure 16. Drum Lock Pin (Right Position)

7.Pull the starter grip (Figure 17) lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the starter grip gently.

Figure 17. Starter Grip

8.Place the belt slip lever (Figure 18) in the mix position. This will tilt the engine placing tension on the V-belts enabling the shaft to rotate.

BELT SLIP

MIX

POSITION

LEVER

 

Figure 18. Belt Slip Lever (Mix Position)

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Multiquip WM70SH8C, WM70SH5C manual Belt Slip Lever Start/Stop Position

WM70SH8C, WM70SH5C specifications

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