MBW F36/4, Operator'S Safety And Service Manual

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O

PERATION

Introduction

MBW equipment is intended for use in very severe
applications.  They are powered by four cycle engines and
are available in different sizes and a selection of engines.

This parts manual contains only standard parts.  Variations
of these parts as well as other special parts are not included.
Contact your local MBW distributor for assistance in
identifying parts not included in this manual.

Before Starting & Operating

• REMEMBER! It is the owner’s responsibility to

communicate information on the safe use and proper
operation of this unit to the operators.

• Review ALL of the Safety Precautions listed on page 1 of

this manual.

• Familiarize yourself with the operation of the machine

and confirm that all controls function properly.

• Know how to STOP the machine in case of an

emergency.

• Make sure hands, feet, and clothing are at a safe

distance from any moving parts.

• NEW TROWELS - After assembling the handle, inspect

the throttle connections and confirm the remote throttle is
actuating the engine throttle properly and all controls
function properly.

• FUEL SUPPLY - The engines on MBW Power Trowels

require a good grade of unleaded automotive gasoline.
See the engine owner’s manual for specific details.
Engines are NOT approved to run E85 fuel.

• ENGINE OIL - Check the oil level in the engine.  Refer to

the Lubrication section of the engine owner’s manual.

• GEARBOX OIL - Check the oil level in the trowel

gearbox.  Refer to the Maintenance section of this
manual.

• AIR CLEANER - Check to make sure the element is in

good condition and properly installed. Clean or replace
filter element if clogged or damaged.

Starting Engine

1.

Open fuel valve.

2.

Turn engine switch to “ON”.

3.

Turn trowel safety switch to “ON”.

4.

Set throttle to idle.

5.

Choke engine if necessary (you may not need to
choke a warm engine).

6.

Place one hand on the trowel handle and the other on
the starter rope.  Pull starter rope repeatedly until
engine starts.

WARNING

NEVER place foot inside the guard ring when
starting.

7.

Move choke lever to open position and allow engine
to warm up for one or two minutes.

Operating

1.

Increase throttle to engage the clutch.

2.

Set throttle to desired position to achieve the
appropriate trowel blade speed.

3.

To move forward, push down on the right handle grip
and pull up on the left handle grip.

4.

To move backward, pull up on the right handle grip
and push down on the left handle grip.

5.

To move left, pull up on both handle grips.

6.

To move right, push down on both handle grips.

Blade Pitch Adjustment (Standard)

1.

To increase the pitch, rotate the tilt knob clockwise.

2.

To decrease the pitch, rotate the tilt knob
counterclockwise.

Blade Pitch Adjustment (Constant Force)

1.

To increase the pitch, squeeze the trigger and pull the
lever towards you.

2.

To decrease the pitch, squeeze the trigger and push
the lever away from you.

Handle Bar Adjustment

1.

Loosen bolt securing the handle bar to trowel handle.

2.

Move handle bar to desired position.

3.

Tighten bolt to lock handle.