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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL
STOW
A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC.
PLASTER/MORTAR
MIXERS
MS-40H
(Steel-Drum Hydraulic)
Revision #1 (05/17/02)
STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT PARTS DEPARTMENT:
A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC. 800-427-1244
POST OFFICE BOX 6254 FAX: 800-672-7877
A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC.
CARSON, CALIFORNIA 90749 SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
310-537-3700 • 888-252-STOW [888-252-7869] 800-478-1244
FAX: 310-537-1986 FAX: 800-556-1986 FAX: 310-631-5032
E-MAIL: stow@multiquip.
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PAGE 2 — STOW MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/17/02)
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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/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 800-478-1244 or 310-537-3700 FAX: 310- 537-4259 WARRANTY DEPARTMENT 888-661-4279, or 310-661-4279 FAX: 310- 537-1173 MAIN 800-421-1244 or 310-537-3700 FAX: 310-537-3927 STOW MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/17/02) — PAGE 3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Here's How To Get Help ........................................... 3 Engine Table Of Contents .................................................... 4 Honda Engine Assembly ...................................40-41 Parts Ordering Procedures ...................................... 5 Operation and Safety Decals ................................... 6 5 HP Motor Rules For Safe Operation .....................................7-8 Single Phase Electric Motor Assembly .............42-43 Spec
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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES n Dealer account number n Dealer name and address n Shipping address (if different than billing address) n Return fax number n Applicable model number n Quantity, part number and description of each part n Specify preferred method of shipment: UPS Ground UPS Second Day or Third Day* UPS Next Day* Federal Express Priority One (please provide us with your Federal Express account number)* Airborne Express* Truck or parcel post *Normally shipped the same day the
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals This STOW mixer is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the mixer. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC. 1. Read owners manuals before operating. 2. Keep unauthorized and untraine
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow CAUTION: these parts to cool before Failure to follow instructions in this manual may servicing engine or mixer. lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This equipment is for industrial use only. The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the MS-40H mixer: High Temperatures – All
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Caution must be exercised while servicing this equipment. CAUTION: Rotating and moving parts can cause injury if contacted. Failure to follow instructions in this manual may When towing, an adequate safety chain must be fastened to lead to serious injury or even death! This the frame, refer to page 13. equipment is to be operated by trained and Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized people away from qualified personnel only! This equipme
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. MS-40H Hydraulic Mixer C) apacity - cu. ft (liters) 12 (340 B4 ag capacity - bags 3.5 to W) eight - lbs (kg.) 1,010 (458 Length w/Tow Bar x W x H - in. (cm.) 82 x 51 x 60 (208 x 130 x 152) H) eight W/Dump Handle - in (cm.) 75 (191 D) ischarge Height - in (cm.) 23 (58 Dc rive Hydrauli Dc ump Action Manual/Hydrauli 5 HP Single-Phase 230/460 Electric Power Sources 5 HP Three-Phase 230/460 Electric 13 HP Honda NOTE In accordance with our established
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL GASOLINE ENGINE CARE The STOW MS-40H plaster and mortar hydraulic mixer is For care and operation of the gasoline engine, refer to the shipped completely assembled and has been factory tested. engine manufacturer’s operating instructions furnished with the engine. We recommend draining and refilling the engine The drum batch capacity of these mixers is between 3.5 and crankcase at least every thirty hours of operation. Check the 4.0 bags.
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — CONTROLS Figure 1. Mixer Safety Grill — Provided for operator safety. This safety grill is Mixing Drum — Made of steel. Mixing materials such as designed to keep hands and solid objects out of the mixing concrete, mortar, plaster are to be placed into this drum for mixing. Always clean the drum after each use. drum when in use. This grill should be closed at all times when mixer is in use. DO NOT remove the grill or grill opening bar. Tow Bar — When towing is required, c
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — ELECTRIC MOTOR ELECTRIC MOTOR NOTE It is strongly recommended that all electrical wiring be For lubrication care and operation of the electric motor, refer to done by a licensed electrician. Special attention your electric motor instruction booklet furnished with the motor. should be given to the electric switch as well as the Protect the electric motor from dust as much as possible and over-and-under voltage protection devices as per keep ventilating openings clean. reg
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — TOWING NOTE STEP 3 Before towing, check with local and state laws for proper VEHICLE compliance. CONNECTOR LINK DRAW BAR The tow bar and chain must be properly attached to the mixer and towing vehicle prior to towing. Refer to the following installation instruction: REMOVE EXCESS CHAIN (SLACK) BOTTOM CONNECTOR LINK Step 1. Insert the Draw Bar into the main frame. Secure, utilizing the 3/4" bolt (grade 5) and nylock nut. Tighten to 100 foot pounds. NOTE It is critical tha
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — PADDLE BLADE ADJUSTMENT Figure 3 illustrates the paddle blade adjustment when using a steel drum. If material builds up on the drum, use a rubber mallet to dislodge the material without adverse effect to the drum. Figure 3. Paddle Blade Adjustment, Steel Drum PAGE 14 — STOW MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/17/02)
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — NOTE PAGE STOW MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/17/02) — PAGE 15
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — INITIAL START-UP STARTING THE ENGINE (gasoline only) This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-up of the STOW MS-40H hydraulic mixer. It is extremely The following steps outline the procedure for starting the engine. important that this section be read carefully before attempting to Depending on the type of engine employed in the mixer the use the mixer in the field. steps may vary slightly. If your mixer has an electric motor disregard this
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — INITIAL START-UP MIXING 4. Turn the engine switch (Figure 8) to the ON position. 1. The paddle shaft inside the drum should be rotating at this time. 2. Lift the mixing bag compound onto the steel grate over the bag cutter and let the contents fall into the drum. 3. Add water, and mix compound to desired consistency, then dump. NOTE Be sure to stand clear of the dump handle when the mixer is operational. Any binding of material between the mixer blades and the drum wi
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — MAINTENANCE WHEEL BEARINGS PADDLE SHAFT BEARINGS After every 3 months of operation, remove the hub dust cap and The paddle shafts in theSTOWMS-40H hydraulic mixers rotate inspect the wheel bearings. Once a year, or when required, in sealed ball bearings, which require no additional lubrication disassemble the wheel hubs remove the old grease and repack as they are packed and sealed at the factory. the bearings forcing grease between rollers, cone and cage There is, on e
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper diagnosis based on the Engine Troubleshooting (Table 3) handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a information shown below and on the proceeding page. If the breakdown, please take a remedial action following the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit just as it is and consult our company's business office or service TABLE 3. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE
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MS-40H HYDRAULIC MIXER — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE/MIXER) TABLE 3. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED)) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Malfunction in cooling fan? Check or replace cooling fan. Insufficient power output "compression" and overheats Air in-take filter clogged? Clean or replace air in-take filter. Over accumulation of exhaust Clean and check valves. products? Check muffler, replace if necessary. Burns to much fuel Wrong spark plug? Replace spark plug with manufactures suggested type
