MBW 7000 User Manual

GP7000

parts

and

service

manual

It is the OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY to communicate information on
the SAFE USE and OPERATION of this machine to the operators !

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MBW INC.

P.O BOX 440  250 HARTFORD ROAD
SLINGER, WI 53086-0440
PHONE: [phone]  FAX [phone]

MBW CORPORATE INTERNET ADDRESS
EĆMAIL: [e-mail] WEB SITE: www.mbw.com

IN ENGLAND:

L1315 / 01.05 D

MBW Inc 2005
Printed in U.S.A.

MBW (UK) LIMITED

Units 2 & 3
Cochrane Street
Bolton BL3 6BN
Phone: [phone]  FAX: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SAFETY DECALS & LOCATIONS 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARRANTY 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MBW WAREHOUSE LOCATIONS 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SPECIFICATIONS 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURE 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction
Before Operation
Operating

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine Maintenance
Ground Pounder Maintenance

REPLACEMENT AND TOLERANCE CHART 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TORQUE CHART 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MAIN ASSEMBLY (Figure 1) 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

EXCITER ASSEMBLY (Figure 2) 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

EXCITER OIL LEVEL CHECK (Figure 3) 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HONDA ENGINE ASSEMBLY (Figure 4) 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YANMAR ENGINE ASSEMBLY (Figure 5) 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Throttle Assembly Details

KOHLER ENGINE ASSEMBLY (Figure 6) 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

JOB CART DETAILS (Figure 7) 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND
STUDY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION. IN ADDITION, MAKE
SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS WITH
THIS EQUIPMENT IS FAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

WARNING - LETHAL EXHAUST GAS!

An internal combustion engine discharges carbon monoxide, a poisonous, odorless and
invisible gas when operating. Death or serious illness may be caused if inhaled. Operate
only where deadly exhaust gases can be safely dissipated, NEVER IN A CONFINED

AREA!

WARNING - DANGEROUS FUELS!

Use extreme caution when storing, handling and using fuels - they are highly volatile and
explosive in vapor state. Do not add fuel while engine is running. Stop engine and, if possiĆ
ble, allow cooling period to prevent spilled fuel from igniting on contact with hot engine
parts. DO NOT SMOKE!

SAFETY GUARDS

It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that ALL GUARDS AND SHIELDS remain in
place.

IGNITION SYSTEMS

Breakerless, magneto and battery ignition systems CAN CAUSE SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCKS. Avoid contacting these units or their wiring.

SAFE DRESS

DO NOT WEAR loose clothing, neckties, rings, wristwatches, bracelets, etc., when around

machinery.

NOISE PROTECTION

Wear O.S.H.A. specified hearing protection devices.

FOOT PROTECTION

Wear O.S.H.A. specified steel tip safety shoes.

HEAD PROTECTION

Wear O.S.H.A. specified safety helmets.

EYE PROTECTION

Wear O.S.H.A. specified eye shields, safety glasses, and sweat bands.

OPERATOR

Keep children and bystanders off and away from the equipment.

REFERENCES

For details on safety rules and regulations in the United States, contact your local OccupaĆ
tional Safety and Health Administration(O.S.H.A.) office.
Equipment operated in other countries must be operated and serviced in accordance and
compliance with any and all safety requirements of that country.
The publication of these safety precautions is done for your information. MĆBĆW Inc. does
not by the publication of these precautions, imply or in any way represent that these are the
sum of all dangers present near MĆBĆW Equipment. If you are operating MĆBĆW Inc. equipĆ
ment, it is your responsibility to insure that such operation is in full accordance with all apĆ
plicable safety requirements and codes. All requirements of the United States Federal OcĆ
cupational Safety and Healthy Administration Act must be met when operated in areas that
are under the jurisdiction of that United States Department.

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SAFETY NOTICE & DECALS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL" is used to call attention to items or operations that may be
dangerous to machine operators or others working with this equipment. The symbol can be
found throughout this manual and on the unit itself. Please read these messages carefully.

READ SAFETY DECALS CAREFULLY

Carefully read and follow all safety decals. Keep them in good condition. If decals become
damaged, replace as required. If repainting, REPLACE ALL decals. Decal Kits are
available from authorized MBW Distributors.

AIR CLEANER INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

Read the Operating Instructions before
operating this piece of equipment.

Keep unauthorized and untrained
people away from this equipment.

ROTATING & MOVING PARTS! Make
sure all guards and safety devices are in
place.

DO NOT RUN this machine in an enĆ
closed area. The engine produces carĆ
bon monoxide, a POISONOUS GAS.

Wear approved hearing protection, foot
protection, eye protection and head
protection.

SHUT OFF the engine before servicing,
cleaning or adding fuel.

Failure to comply could result in seriĆ
ous bodily injury.

13483

#13483, BELTGUARD

CLEAN ELEMENT DAILY. MORE OFTEN UNDER DUSTY CONDITIONS.
TAP ELEMENT LIGHTLY ON A FLAT SURFACE - IF DUST DOES NOT

DROP OFF EASILY OR IF ELEMENT IS BENT OR CRUSHED...................

REPLACE IT!
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WITHOUT AIR CLEANER
ELEMENT - INTERNAL DAMAGE WILL RESULT!

06079

#06079, ON ENGINE

PLATES

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Check engine oil.

2. Open fuel valve.

3. Choke engine. A warm engine may not
need to be choked.

4. Open throttle part way.

5. Pull starter rope.

6. After starting: open choke, return
throttle to idle position.

7. During operation, when excessive kickĆ
back is noticed, maximum compaction
has been reached.

8. To stop: Return throttle to idle position,
press Stop" button, close fuel valve.

13482

#13482, BELTGUARD / DECK

THROTTLE

01069

RUN

#01069, THROTTLE LEVER

WARNING

When lifting attach proper safety
chains to this hook.

Approximate weight
GP7000: 655 lbs. (300 kg) 13479

#13479, ON DECK, IN FRONT OF

HOOK

WARNING

ROTATING PARTS
Keep hands away!

13484

#13484, BELTGUARD

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WARRANTY

WARRANTY

THIS IS YOUR WARRANTY - PLEASE READ AND SAVE

1. MBW Inc., Slinger Wisconsin, warrants each new machine against defects in material and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of six (6) months. This warranty commences the first day the
machine is sold, assigned to a rental fleet, or otherwise put to first use.

2. The obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of parts and/or machine at MBW
Inc. factory branches or at authorized MBW Inc. Distributors.

3. Machines altered or modified without MBW Inc. written consent voids this warranty. Misuse, negligence,
accidents or the operation of machines in any way other than recommended by MBW Inc. will void this
warranty. This warranty shall not apply to machines repaired by other than MBW Inc. factory branches or
authorized MBW Inc. Distributors.

4. This warranty includes labor on all MBW Inc. products. Labor must be performed at an authorized MBW
Inc. Distributor.

5. The cost of transportation and other expenses connected therewith are not covered by this warranty.

6. Written authorization for the return of merchandise under warranty must be obtained from MBW Inc.,
Slinger, Wisconsin. In England: MBW (UK) LIMITED, Units 2 & 3, Cochrane Street, Bolton BL3 6BN.

7. MBW Inc. reserves the right to inspect and render final decision on each warranty case.

8. MBW Inc. reserves the right to improve or make product changes without incurring any obligation to
update, refit, or install the same on machines previously sold.

9. MBW Inc. is not responsible for any liability or damage or injury directly or indirectly from design, material or
operation of its products.

10. Warranty card must be returned to MBW Inc., P.O. Box 440, Slinger, Wisconsin 53086-0440, within 10 days
after purchase, assignment to a rental fleet, or first use. In England: MBW (UK) LIMITED, Units 2 & 3,
Cochrane Street, Bolton BL3 6BN. Failure to return warranty card as specified renders the warranty null and
void.

11. Requests for warranty must be submitted in writing within 30 days after machine failure to MBW Inc., P.O.
Box 440, Slinger, Wisconsin 53086-0440. In England: MBW (UK) LIMITED, Units 2 & 3, Cochrane Street,
Bolton BL3 6BN.

12. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE, AND OF ALL
OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITIES ON OUR PART, AND WE NEITHER ASSUME NOR AUTHORIZE ANY
OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR US ANY OTHER LIABILITY OR WARRANTY IN CONNECTION WITH
THE SALE OR SERVICE OF ANY OF OUR PRODUCTS. LIKEWISE, THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY
WITH RESPECT TO ENGINES, MOTORS AND OTHER COMPONENT PARTS PRODUCED BY OTHER
MANUFACTURERS AND USED ON MBW PRODUCTS, BUT SUCH ITEMS SHALL HAVE SUCH
WARRANTIES AS MAY BE PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER THEREOF.

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MBW INC.

250 HARTFORD ROAD  P.O. BOX 440
SLINGER, WI 53086-0440
PHONE: [phone]  FAX [phone]

MBW CORPORATE INTERNET ADDRESS
E-MAIL: [e-mail] WEB SITE: www.mbw.com

IN ENGLAND:
MBW (UK) LIMITED

Units 2 & 3
Cochrane Street
Bolton BL3 6BN
Phone: [phone]  FAX: [phone]

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MBW WAREHOUSE LOCATIONS

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is at your service

MBW Inc. has established a network of reputable Distributors with trained mechanics and full facilities
for maintenance and rebuilding, and to carry an adequate parts stock in all areas of the country. Their
sales engineers are available for professional consultation. If you cannot locate an MBW Inc. Distributor
in your area, contact one of our Sales Branches or MBW Inc. The locations and phone numbers of the
Sales Branches are listed below.

Remember - you own the best. If repairs are needed use only MBW Inc. parts purchased from
Authorized MBW Inc. Distributors.

Sales Branches:

1. MBW Inc.

250 Hartford Rd.
P.O. Box 440
Slinger, WI 53086Ć0440
Phone: (262) 644Ć5234
FAX: [phone]

E-MAIL ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB [e-mail]

WEB SITE ON THE INTERNET www.mbw.com

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2. MBW (UK) LIMITED
Units 2 & 3
Cochrane St.
Bolton BL3 6BN
Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

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