OPERATOR’S SAFETY AND SERVICE MANUAL F24/4 For serial numbers 1740249 and above WALK BEHIND TROWELS MBW, Inc. MBW (UK) Ltd. 250 Hartford Rd • PO Box 440 Slinger, WI 53086-0440 Phone: (262) 644-5234 Fax: (262) 644-5169 Email: mbw@mbw.com Website: www.mbw.com Units 2 & 3 Cochrane Street Bolton BL3 6BN, England Phone: 01204 387784 Fax: 01204 387797 MBW France S.A.R.L. Z.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Fluid Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Engine Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Engine Oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known in the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
SAFETY INFORMATION Introduction SAFE DRESS: Do not wear loose clothing, rings, wristwatches, etc. near machinery. This Safety Alert Symbol is used to call attention to items or operations which may be dangerous to those operating or working with this equipment. The symbol can be found throughout this manual and on the unit. Please read these warnings and cautions, along with all decals, carefully before attempting to operate the unit.
16267 WARNING Start engine at idle only! NEVER place foot on guard ring. 16267 WARNING 14770 ROTATING PARTS can crush and cut. Keep hands away! 12573 12573 01064 (Two Places) CAUTION Read the Operating Instructions before operating this piece of equipment. Keep unauthorized and untrained people away from this equipment. ROTATING & MOVING PARTS! Make sure all guards and safety devices are in place.
SPECIFICATIONS F24/4 Ring Size 24” (61cm) Engine Honda GX120 4hp (3kw) Engine Speed 3400 rpm Trowel Speed 50-135 rpm Weight 125 lbs (57kg) Noise Level 85-105 dBA Specifications subject to change without notice -3-
OPERATION Introduction 5. MBW equipment is intended for use in very severe applications. They are powered by four cycle engines and are available in different sizes and a selection of engines. Place left hand on the handlebar safety interlock switch and the other on the starter rope. Pull starter rope repeatedly until engine starts. WARNING This parts manual contains only standard parts. Variations of these parts as well as other special parts are not included.
MAINTENANCE WARNING CAUTION Always exercise the stopping procedure before servicing or lubricating the unit. Always verify fluid levels and check for leaks after changing fluids. After servicing the unit, replace and fasten all guards, shields, and covers to their original positions before resuming operation. Do not drain oil onto ground, into open streams, or down sewage drains.
3. Lift up on the ring guard and slide the blade out from under the tilt arm. 4. Slide the new blade under the tilt arm. -6- 5. Reinstall the bolts and tighten. 6. Check that the carriage bolts are set properly.
SERVICE Assembly and disassembly should be performed by a service technician who has been factory trained on MBW equipment. The unit should be clean and free of debris. Pressure washing before disassembly is recommended. SIZE 7/16-14 7/16-20 1/2-13 1/2-20 9/16-12 5/8-11 5/8-18 3/4-16 1-8 1-14 1-1/2-6 M6 M8 M 10 • Prior to assembly, wash all parts in a suitable cleaner or solvent. • Check moving parts for wear and failure.
REPLACEMENT PARTS The warranty is stated in this book on page 34. Failure to return the Warranty Registration Card renders the warranty null and void. MBW has established a network of reputable distributors/ dealers with trained mechanics and full facilities for maintenance and rebuilding, and to carry an adequate parts stock in all areas of the country. Their sales engineers are available for professional consultation.
Handle and Drive Assembly -9-
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WARRANTY WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY COVER? MBW, Incorporated (MBW) warrants each New Machine against defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months. "New Machine" means a machine shipped directly from MBW or authorized MBW dealer to the end user. This warranty commences on the first day the machine is sold, assigned to a rental fleet, or otherwise put to first use. batteries, and the like, all of which are sold AS IS/WHERE IS WITH ALL FAULTS.
