PAGE 36 — HDA SERIES WALK-BEHIND TROWEL • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/1/17)
MAINTENANCE
Spark Arrester
1. Remove the screws that secure the exhaust deflector
to the muffler protector, then remove the exhaust
deflector (Figure 54).
Figure 54. Spark Arrester Removal
2. Remove the screws that secure the muffler protector
to the muffler, then remove the muffler protector
(Figure 54).
3. Remove the screw securing the spark arrester to the
muffler, then remove the spark arrester (Figure 54).
4. Carefully remove carbon deposits from the spark
arrester screen (Figure 55) with a wire brush.
Figure 55. Cleaning the Spark Arrester
MUFFLER
MUFFLER
PROTECTOR
SPARK
ARRESTER
EXHAUST
DEFLECTOR
SPARK ARRESTER
SCREEN
WIRE BRUSH
5. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged (has breaks
or holes).
6. Reinstall the spark arrester, muffler protector, and
exhaust deflector in reverse order of disassembly.
TROWEL MAINTENANCE
Clean the trowel daily. Remove all dust and slurry
buildup. Make sure lubrication is performed after any
steam-cleaning.
Trowel Lubrication (Every 8 Hours)
Regular lubrication is required to maintain your trowel in
optimal working condition. Perform the following lubrication
procedure after
every 8 hours of use.
1. Locate one of the Zerk grease fittings on the spider
assembly (Figure 56). Remove the Zerk fitting cap
and set it aside.
Figure 56. Spider Lubrication
NOTICE
Refer to the manufacturer's engine manual supplied
with your trowel for more detailed information regarding
engine maintenance and troubleshooting.
ZERK
FITTING CAP
ZERK GREASE
FITTING