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OPERATION MANUAL
STX SERIES RIDE-ON
POWER TROWEL
STX55J6
MODEL #
SERIAL #
Revision #1(07/16/04)
MULTIQUIP INC. . . . . PARTS DEPARTMENT:
18910 WILMINGTON AVE. 800-427-1244
CARSON, CALIFORNIA 90746 FAX: 800-672-7877
310-537-3700 SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
800-421-1244 800-478-1244
FAX: 310-537-3927 FAX: 310-631-5032
E-mail:mq@multiquip.com � www.multiquip.com
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STX-SERIES — HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING PARTS DEPARTMENT 800-427-1244 or 310-537-3700 FAX: 800-672-7877 or 310-637-3284 SERVICE DEPARTMENT 800-421-1244 FAX: 310-537-4259 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 800-478-1244 FAX: 310-631-5032 WARRANTY DEPARTMENT 888-661-4279, or 310-661-4279 FAX: 310-537-1173 STX-SERIES � RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/16/04) — PAGE 3 /02) — PAGE 3
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STX-SERIES — TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Assistance ............................................... 3 Table of Contents .................................................... 4 Training Checklist .................................................... 5 Daily Pre-Operation Checklist ................................. 6 Safety Message Alert Symbols ............................ 7-8 Rules For Safe Operation ....................................... 9 Operation And Safety Decals.............................
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STX-SERIES — TRAINING CHECKLIST TRAINING CHECKLIST This checklist lists the minimum requirements for machine maintenance and operation. Please feel free to detach it and make copies. Use this checklist when training a new operator or use as a review for more experienced operators. TRAINING CHECKLIST NO. DESCRIPTION OK? DATE 1 Read Operator’s Manual completely. 2 Machine layout, location of components, checking of engine and hydraulic oil levels. 3 Fuel system, refueling procedure. 4 Operation
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STX-SERIES — DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 1 Engine oil level. 2 Hydraulic oil level. 3 Radiator coolant level. 4 Condition of blades. 5 Bn lade pitch ope. ratio 6 Safety Stop Switch operation. 7 Steering control operation. COMMENTS: PAGE 6 — STX-SERIES RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/16/04) )
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STX-SERIES — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety Lethal Exhaust Gases Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to yourself and others. Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and NOTE odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. NEVER operate this equipment in a confin
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STX-SERIES — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS EMERGENCIES Accidental Starting ■ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher. ALWAYS place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position, and remove the key. Over Speed Conditions ■ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest and first aid kit. NEVER tamper with the factory settings of the engine governor or settings. Personal injury and damage to the engine or equipment can result if operating in speed ranges above maximum allowable. ■ In emergen
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STX-SERIES — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION ■ High Temperatures – Allow the machine and engine to cool before adding fuel or Failure to follow instructions in this manual may performing service and maintenance lead to serious injury or even death! This functions. Contact with hot components can equipment is to be operated by trained and cause serious burns. qualified personnel only! This equipment is for industrial use only and should not be regarded as a toy. M
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STX-SERIES — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS The STX-SERIES Ride-on Power Trowel is equipped with a number of operation and safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. T able 1 below illustrates these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. PAGE 10 — STX-SERIES RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/16/04) )
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STX-SERIES — SPECIFICATIONS Figure 1. STX-SERIES Dimension /Specifications Table 2. STX-Series Specifications STX55JDTCSL6 A–Length – in. (cm) 125 (318) B–Width – in. (cm) 65.0 (165) 1 56.0 (142) C–Height – in. (cm) Weight – lbs. (kgs.) Operating 2,000 (909) Weight – lbs. (kgs.) Shipping 2500 (1137) 2 Sound Pressure – dBA 97 2 2 3 Vibration – ft/s (m/ s ) <8.0 (2.5) Blade Tip Speed – FPM (m/s) 1924 (9.9) Engine – H.P. 55 John Deere, Diesel Turbocharged Fuel Tank – gallons (liters) 12 (45) Rotor
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STX-SERIES — GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Dual palm grip joystick controls located to the left and right of the operator are provided for steering the STX-SERIES Ride-on The STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowels are designed for the Power Trowel. The joysticks are linked to three hydraulic steering floating and finishing of concrete slabs. cylinders located within the frame of the machine. Detailed Take a walk around the STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel. explanation of how the joystick con
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STX-SERIES — CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS Figure 2. STX-SERIES Controls and Components (Front) Figures 2 and 3 (pages 13 and 14) show the location of the 11. Foot Pedal – Controls blade speed. Slow blade speed is controls, indicators and general maintenance parts. The function accomplished by slightly depressing the foot pedal. of each control, indicator or maintenance part is explained below: Maximum blade speed is accomplished by fully depressing the foot pedal. 1. Seat – Place for operator to si
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STX-SERIES — CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS Figure 3. STX-SERIES Controls and Components (Rear) 20. Documentation Box – Storage for documentation and 26. Blade Pitch Control Switch (left side) – Adjusts the left other information regarding the trowel. side blade pitch independently of the right side. 21. Battery – Provides +12V DC power to the electrical system. 27. Blade Pitch Control (Twin Pitch) – Adjusts the blade pitches simultaneously. 22. Hydraulic Oil Sight Glass – Indicates the level of the
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STX-SERIES — PRE-INSPECTION PRE-INSPECTION The following sections are intended (FILL TO OVERFLOW WITH to assist the operator with pre- HYDRAULIC SYSTEM COOL) NOTE inspection and the initial start-up of the STX-SERIES Ride-On Power Trowel. It is extremely important that these sections are read carefully before attempting to use the trowel Figure 5. Hydraulic Oil Sight Glass in the field. DO NOT use your Ride-On Power Trowel until these sections are thoroughly understood. CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
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HIGH LOW STX-SERIES — INITIAL START-UP INITIAL START-UP CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION NEVER disable or disconnect the Safety CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Stop Switch. It is provided for the operators’ NEVER operate the trowel safety and injury may result if it is disabled, in a confined area or disconnected or improperly maintained. enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air. 3. It is recommended that the operation of the Safety Stop Switch is chec
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LOW STX-SERIES — INITIAL START-UP 6. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the (start) position. The oil and charge indicator lights (Figure 9) should be on. Figure 9. Oil and Charge Indicator Lights In cold weather turn and hold the ignition key counter clockwise to the preheat position, wait until the NOTE preheat indicator goes off before turning the ignition key clockwise to the start position. Two or three preheat cycles may be necessary in very cold weather. 7. Turn ignition key fully cloc
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STX-SERIES — OPERATION OPERATION The following section is intended as a basic guide to the Ride-On Power NOTE Trowel operation, and is not to be considered a complete guide to concrete finishing. It is strongly suggested that all operators (experienced and novice) read “Slabs on Grade” published by the American Concrete Institute, Detroit Michigan. Steering Two joysticks (Figures 11 and 12) located to the left and right of Figure 12. Right Joystick Control the operator’s seat provide direction
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E A LOW S E STX-SERIES — OPERATION 1. The foot pedal (Figure 13) solely controls blade speed. 5. Practice maneuvering the Ride-on Power Trowel using the The position of the foot pedal determines the blade speed. information listed in Table 3. Try to practice controlled Slow blade speed is obtained by slightly depressing the motions as if you were finishing a slab of concrete. Practice pedal. Maximum blade speed is obtained by fully edging and covering a large area depressing the pedal. 6. Try ad
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HIGH LOW STX-SERIES — OPERATION Blade Pitch Control Engine Shut-Down The trowel blades can be pitched for various finishing operations 1. Return the speed control lever (Figure 19) to low idle, and with the two rocker switches located on the left control panel allow the engine to idle for 5 minutes . next to the left joystick control (Figure 17). Figure 19. Blade Pitch Control Figure 17. Blade Pitch Control The right switch pitches both blades at the same time while the Failure to allow the engi
