Wacker Neuson CT 36, Repair Manual

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CT 36 / CT 48 Operation
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3.4 Installing Blades
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There are four types of blades available for the trowels. Float pans are
large "pizza pan" style blades, which hook on over finish or
combination blades and are available for the 36" machines only. Float
blades are available for all machines and clip on over finish or
combination blades. Both are used in the earliest stages of work, and
are not pitched.
Finish blades are used in the final stages of working, and are
progressively pitched to burnish the concrete.
Combination blades can be used throughout the concrete working
process. They are used in place of float blades or pans and finish
blades.
Note:
Trowel blades must NOT be interchanged, i.e., do NOT put
larger diameter blades on a smaller diameter trowel.
3.4.1 Finish blades are flat on both edges and can be installed in either
direction.
When installing combination blades, orient blades as shown
(a) . This
positions the raised edges of the blade correctly for the clockwise
rotation of the machine.
3.4.2 Secure blades to trowel arms with screws (b) . Dip threads of screws in
grease prior to installation. This will prevent concrete from cementing
the screws in place and will make removal of the blades easier later on.
3.4.3 Plug the remaining threaded holes in the blade brace with plastic plugs
(c) to prevent them from filling with concrete.
Do not lift the trowel overhead with a float pan attached, as the pan
could fall off and strike personnel working in the vicinity.
WARNING