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OPERATION MANUAL

P/N 21768

KOHLER 27 HP

KOHLER 28 HP EFI

SERIES

MODEL CA4HC

WALK-BEHIND TROWEL

(HONDA GASOLINE ENGINE)

Revision #0 (09/29/06)

THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY

THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.

To find the latest revision of this

publication, visit our website at:

www.multiquip.com

Summary of Contents for CA4HC Whiteman Series

Page 1: ...S MODEL CA4HC MODEL CA4HC MODEL CA4HC MODEL CA4HC MODEL CA4HC WALK BEHIND TROWEL HONDA GASOLINE ENGINE Revision 0 09 29 06 THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALLTIMES To find the latest revis...

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Page 3: ...fects or other reproductive harm If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular process and or material being cut or the composition of the tool being used review the material saf...

Page 4: ...ns 5 Specifications 6 Training Checklist 8 Daily Pre Operation Checklist 9 Safety Message Alert Symbols 10 11 Rules For Safe Operation 12 13 Operation And Safety Decals 14 General Information 15 Contr...

Page 5: ...el Dimensions t h g i e W s n o i s n e m i D l e w o r T M H 4 4 A C 1 e l b a T e l a B g n i t f i L t h g i e H A n i 0 8 2 m m 1 1 7 r e v e L t n e m e g a g n E t h g i e H B n i 5 2 6 3 m m 1...

Page 6: ...l p s i D c c 9 1 1 n i u c 3 7 t u p t u O x a M M P R 0 0 6 3 t a S P 0 4 W k 9 2 P H 9 3 y t i c a p a C k n a T l e u F s r e t i L 5 2 s n o l l a G S U 6 6 0 x o r p p A d e e p S e l d I d r a...

Page 7: ...CA4HC WALK BEHIND TROWEL OPERATION MANUAL REV 0 09 29 06 PAGE 7 NOTE PAGE...

Page 8: ...N N O I T P I R C S E D K O E T A D 1 y l e t e l p m o c l a u n a M s r o t a r e p O d a e R 2 d n a e n i g n e f o g n i k c e h c s t n e n o p m o c f o n o i t a c o l t u o y a l e n i h c a...

Page 9: ...PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST COMMENTS CA4HCTROWEL DAILY PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST T S I L K C E H C N O I T A R E P O E R P Y L I A D 1 l e v e L l i O e n i g n E 2 d i u l F x o b r a e G l e v e L 3 s e...

Page 10: ...h hot engine parts or sparks from the ignition system Store fuel in approved containers in well ventilated areas and away from sparks and flames NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent Burn Hazards Engine...

Page 11: ...ng in speed ranges above maximum allowable Respiratory Hazard ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection Sight and Hearing hazard Equipment Damage Mess...

Page 12: ...cult to read NEVER use accessories or attachments which are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment Damage to the equipment and or injury to user may result Manufacturerdoesnotassumeresponsibi...

Page 13: ...mation is invaluable in the case of an emergencyandcouldkeepaserioussituationfrom becoming a tragic one NEVERlubricatecomponentsorattemptserviceonarunning trowel ALWAYS allow the trowel a proper amoun...

Page 14: ...irth defects and other reproductive harm by power sanding sawing grinding drillingandotherconstructionactivities contains chemicals known to the State Some examples of these chemicals are Leadfromlead...

Page 15: ...e concrete as they are rotated around the surface This trowel comes equipped with four combination 8 in 203mm wide blades per rotor equally spaced in a radial pattern and attached to vertical rotating...

Page 16: ...h 11 TrowelArm Providesattachmentpointsfortheblades If the blades show uneven wear patterns or some blades wear out faster than others the trowel arm may need to be replaced 12 Blades This trowel is e...

Page 17: ...o filter element Operating the engine without an air filter with a damaged air filter or a filter in need of replacement will allowdirttoentertheengine causing rapid engine wear 11 Oil Drain Plug Remo...

Page 18: ...boxasshownin Figure5 Themountinghardwareshouldbecontainedintheshipping container Figure 5 HandleTube Installation Throttle Cable Connection All Models Figure 7 Throttle Cable to Engine 2 Installthethr...

Page 19: ...e may be required when moving the Quick Pitch handle forward or backward CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION NOTE 2 Removeanynutsfromthepitchcableend Insertthecable through the yoke eyelet Figure...

Page 20: ...TION CAUTION CAUTION Figure 12 Trowel Folded and Operational Positions CA4HCTROWEL HANDLE ASSEMBLIES Unfolding the Trowel for Operation 1 Make sure that the Quick Pitch handle has been attachedtotheup...

Page 21: ...anual 2 Clean the trowel removing dirt and dust particularly the engine cooling air inlet carburetor and air cleaner 3 Checktheairfilterfordirtanddust Ifairfilterisdirty replace air filter with a new...

Page 22: ...uel 3 When refueling be sure to use a strainer for filtration DO NOT top off fuel Wipe up any spilled fuel 2 If lubrication oil begins to seep out as the drain plug is being removed then it can be ass...

Page 23: ...e caused by dropping a trowel Figure 19 Engine Choke Lever Open Figure 18 Engine Choke Lever 5 Place the engine ON OFF switch Figure 20 in the ON position Figure 20 Engine ON OFF Switch NEVER attempt...

Page 24: ...OFF Switch OFF Position 3 Closethefuelshut offvalve Figure24 bymovingthefuel valve lever to the OFF position Figure 24 FuelValve Lever OFF Position Stopping The Engine 1 Movethethrottlelever tothe ID...

Page 25: ...chinetotheright push down on the handle The following steps are intended as a basic guide to machine operation and are not to be considered a complete guide to concrete finishing We suggest that all o...

Page 26: ...trowel was equipped with combination type Figure 28 bladesasoriginalequipment Thesebladeshavebeendesigned for optimum performance in both the floating and finishing of concrete Thesebladesareversatile...

Page 27: ...1 illustrates the correct alignment for a spider plate as shipped from the factory Use the following procedure to check and adjust trowel arms and check for worn or damaged components when it becomes...

Page 28: ...arbox Removal b Lifttheuppertrowelassemblyoffthespiderassembly A slight tap with a rubber mallet may be necessary to dislodgethespiderfromthemainshaftofthegearbox Trowel Arm Removal 1 Remove the two r...

Page 29: ...o be damaged or out of round replace them 2 Makesurethatthebronzetrowelarmbushingisnotdamage oroutofround Cleanthebushingifnecessary Ifthebronze bushing is damaged or worn replace it 3 Reinstall bronz...

Page 30: ...putback into operation ALWAYS install pans either on the work area or on an area that is next to and level with the work area DO NOT lift the trowel when the pans are attached WARNING WARNING WARNING...

Page 31: ...C s m r a l e w o r t e h t f o t n e m t s u j d a t h g i e h s m r a l e w o r t t n e B e h t f o e n o f I s m r a l e w o r t t n e b r o f y l b m e s s a r e d i p s e h t k c e h C y l e t a...

Page 32: ...e f e d e c a l p e R g n i r i w k r a p s e l b a l i a v a s i l e u f t r a t s o t t l u c i f f i D l a m r o n s i n o i s s e r p m o c d n a t n e s e r p s i e p y t l e u f g n o r W e c a...

Page 33: ...CA4HC WALK BEHIND TROWEL OPERATION MANUAL REV 0 09 29 06 PAGE 33 NOTE PAGE...

Page 34: ...PAGE 34 CA4HC WALK BEHIND TROWEL OPERATION MANUAL REV 0 09 29 06 NOTE PAGE...

Page 35: ...nents f Paint chemicals andlubricants g Decalsandpaperproducts h Itemspurchasedinkits 7 Thesenderwillbenotifiedofanymaterial receivedthatisnotacceptable 8 Suchmaterialwillbeheldforfiveworking days fro...

Page 36: ...ue or change specifications design or the information published in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations UNITED STATES Multiquip Corporate Office MQ Parts D...

Page 37: ...KOHLER 28 HP EFI SERIES MODEL CA4HM WALK BEHIND TROWEL HONDA GX120K1QX2 GX120UT1QX2 GASOLINE ENGINE To find the latest revision of this publication visit our website at www multiquip com THIS MANUAL...

Page 38: ...known to the State Some examples of these chemicals are Leadfromlead basedpaints Crystallinesilicafrombricks Cementandothermasonryproducts Arsenicandchromiumfromchemically treatedlumber Your risk from...

Page 39: ...e cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular process and or material being cut or the composition of the tool being used review...

Page 40: ...raining Checklist 5 Daily Pre Operation Checklist 6 Safety Information 7 11 Dimensions 12 Specifications 13 General Information 14 Components 15 Basic Engine 16 Assembly 17 Inspection 18 19 Operation...

Page 41: ...e p O 5 g n i n n u r t o n e n i h c a m s l o r t n o c f o n o i t a r e p O 6 n o i t a r e p o h c t i w s p o t s y t e f a s s l o r t n o c y t e f a S 7 s e r u d e c o r p p o t s y c n e g...

Page 42: ...l e v e l l i o e n i g n E 2 l e v e l l i o c i l u a r d y H 3 l e v e l t n a l o o c r o t a i d a R 4 s e d a l b f o n o i t i d n o C 5 n o i t a r e p o h c t i p e d a l B 6 n o i t a r e p...

Page 43: ...by one of four words DANGER WARNING CAUTION or NOTICE SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY WARNING Indicates a hazardous s...

Page 44: ...n the equipment is in operation DO NOT use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications NOTICE This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualified personn...

Page 45: ...ning machine NEVER place your feet or hands inside the guard rings while starting or operating this equipment DANGEROUS GAS FUMES NOTICE ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition Fix damage...

Page 46: ...d areas and away from sparks and flames NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent DO NOT smoke around or near the equipment Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a hot engi...

Page 47: ...h wet hands The possibility exists of electrical shock electrocution or death Make sure power cables are securely connected Incorrect connections may cause electrical shock and damage to the trowel NO...

Page 48: ...sions t h g i e W s n o i s n e m i D l e w o r T M H 4 A C 1 e l b a T e l a B g n i t f i L t h g i e H A n i 0 8 2 m m 1 1 7 r e v e L t n e m e g a g n E t h g i e H B n i 5 2 6 3 m m 1 2 9 h t d...

Page 49: ...4 2 r o t o R M P R 0 3 1 0 7 h t d i W h t a P m c 1 6 n i 4 2 m r A d n a H n o i t a r b i V 1 s m 5 8 3 2 d e t h g i e W A e r u s s e r P d n u o S 2 A B d 5 3 8 d e t h g i e W C k a e P e r u...

Page 50: ...te as they are rotated around the surface This trowel comes equipped with four combination 8 in 203mm wide blades per rotor equally spaced in a radial pattern and attached to vertical rotating shaft b...

Page 51: ...iner Assists the operator in holding down the clutch lever 7 TrowelArm NEVERoperatethetrowelwithabent broken or out of adjustment trowel arm If the blades show uneven wear patterns or some blades wear...

Page 52: ...lter cannister to gain access to filter element 11 Oil Drain Plug Remove this plug to remove oil from the engine s crankcase 12 Dipstick Oil Filler Cap Remove this cap to determine if the engine oil i...

Page 53: ...trolcable has slack Remove theT handle knob from the swing bolt on the top side of the upper handle bar by rotating the knob counter clockwise Move the Quick Pitch handle toward s the operator s posit...

Page 54: ...carburetor for external dirt and dust Clean with dry compressed air 5 Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness Engine Oil Check 1 To check the engine oil level place the trowel on secure level gr...

Page 55: ...tank 2 Visuallyinspecttoseeiffuellevelislow Iffuelislow replenish with unleaded fuel 3 When refueling be sure to use a strainer for filtration DO NOT top off fuel Wipe up any spilled fuel 2 If lubrica...

Page 56: ...ld be caused by dropping a trowel Figure 11 Engine Choke Lever Open Figure 10 Engine Choke Lever 5 Place the engine ON OFF switch Figure 12 in the ON position Figure 12 Engine ON OFF Switch 4 Placethe...

Page 57: ...tion 3 Closethefuelshut offvalve Figure16 bymovingthefuel valve lever to the OFF position Figure 16 FuelValve Lever OFF Position Stopping The Engine 1 Movethethrottlelever tothe IDLE orSLOWposition Fi...

Page 58: ...sectionofthismanualformoreinformation Maneuvering the Trowel 1 Get into the operator s position behind the handle With a secure foothold and a firm grasp on the handles slowly increase the engine spee...

Page 59: ...Try to practice as if you were finishing a slab of concrete Practice edging and covering a large area Remember a good finishing technique is to work backwards Be careful when moving backwards so that...

Page 60: ...pe Figure 20 bladesasoriginalequipment Thesebladeshavebeendesigned for optimum performance in both the floating and finishing of concrete Thesebladesareversatileandshouldtakecareofmost trowelingneeds...

Page 61: ...rrect Spider Plate Alignment MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Daily 8 10 Hours 1 Check the oil level in the engine crankcase and gear box fill as necessary 2 CheckV belt Weekly 50 60 Hours 1 Relube arms thrust co...

Page 62: ...desig nated by the letter S Figure 24 In addition on the opposite side of the spider block there is another zerk fitting and allen head screw remove both of these components Spider Removal 1 Onceitisd...

Page 63: ...el on the pad or by striking exposed plumbing forms or rebarwhileinoperation Abenttrowelarmwillnotallowthetrowel tooperateinasmoothfluidrotation Ifbenttrowelarmsaresuspect checkforflatnessasfollows re...

Page 64: ...eorrustbuild up Ifanyofthespider componentsare found to be damaged or out of round replace them 2 Makesurethatthebronzetrowelarmbushingisnotdamage oroutofround Cleanthebushingifnecessary Ifthebronze b...

Page 65: ...direction of rotation clutch engagement Hand Clutch Disengagement 1 Startthetrowelasoutlinedinthe InitialStart up sectionin this manual Move the throttle lever so that the engine is running about 1 4...

Page 66: ...the Z Clips and the tie downs are secured completely overtheedgesofthebladebarbeforethemachineisputback into operation Decommissioning Trowel Components Decommissioningisacontrolledprocessusedtosafely...

Page 67: ...ish blades should measure no less than 2 50mm from the blade bar to the trailing edge combo blades should measure no less that 3 5 89mm Trailing edge of blade should be straight and parallel to the bl...

Page 68: ...V belts Replace V belt Hand clutch out of adjustment Adjust per instructions in maintenance section of this manual Worn or defective hand clutch parts Replace parts as necessary Worn bearings in gearb...

Page 69: ...icable Difficult to start fuel is available and spark is present at the spark plug ON OFF switch is shorted Check switch wiring replace switch Ignition coil defective Replace ignition coil Improper sp...

Page 70: ...ntire fuel system for leaks or clogs Recoil starter malfunctions if applicable Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and dirt Clean recoil assembly with soap and water Spiral spring loose Replace spiral...

Page 71: ...RATION MANUAL REV 3 10 28 10 PAGE 35 ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM OIL LEVEL SWITCH GRN OIL ALERT UNIT YEL OIL LEVEL INDICATOR ENGINE STOP SWITCH UNIT IGNITION COIL CHASSIS GND SPARK PLUG BLK BLK BLK YEL BLK...

Page 72: ...shed in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations UNITED STATES Multiquip Corporate Office MQ Parts Department 18910 Wilmington Ave Carson CA 90746 Contact mq m...

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