SECTION 2
OPERATIONS
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Trowel Operation
Practice Operating the Riding Towel
With the operator in the seat, show him the functions of the joysticks [B] and [C] and how to start the
machine. Refer to Figure 2.2.
A hard level concrete slab with water on the surface is an ideal place for an operator to practice with
the machine. For practice pitch the blades up approximately 1/4 inch on the trailing edge. Start by
making the machine hover in one spot and then practice driving the machine in a straight line and
making 180 degree turns. Best control is achieved at full engine RPM.
After starting the engine, fully engage the throttle. This allows the engine to warm up quicker
and also engages the torque converter. At this time the machine’s rotors will begin turning.
DO NOT
use excessive pressure on the joysticks. Excessive pressure does not increase the
reaction time of the machine and can damage steering controls.
Pitch Adjustment
Different pitch angles are needed as you work the different stages of the concrete. Refer to Figure
2.4 below. When changing or setting pitch (angle of trowel blades), slow the machine down, set the
desired degree of pitch on the left side of the machine and then adjust the right side to match.
To increase the pitch, turn the pitch control clockwise “
a
” us the pitch indicator “
b
” to adjust pitch
equally on both right and left trowel blades.
Figure 2.4: Pitch
Adjustment
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