Multiquip C42H User Manual

OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

C-4 FINISHER

WALK-BEHIND TROWEL

MODEL #
SERIAL #

© COPYRIGHT 2002, MULTIQUIP INC.

Revision #1 (07/24/02)

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— TABLE OF CONTENTS

Here's How To Get Help ............................................ 3

Table Of Contents ..................................................... 4

Parts Ordering Procedures ....................................... 5

Training Checklist ...................................................... 6

Daily Pre-Operation Checklist ................................... 7

Safety Message Alert Symbols .............................. 8-9

Rules For Safe Operation .................................. 10-11

Operation And Safety Decals .................................. 12

Specifications (Trowel) ............................................ 12

Specifications (Engine) ........................................... 14

General Information ................................................ 15

MQ WHITEMAN — C-4 FINISHER TROWEL

Controls and Components ...................................... 16

Basic Engine ........................................................... 17

Assembly ................................................................. 18

Pre-Inspection .................................................... 19-20

Initial Start-Up (Gasoline Engine) ......................21-22

Operation ........................................................... 23-24

Options .................................................................... 25

Maintenance ...................................................... 26-29

Troubleshooting (Trowel) ................................... 30-31

Troubleshooting (Engine) ........................................ 32

Explanation of Codes in Remarks Column ............. 34

Suggested Spare Parts ........................................... 35

Nameplate and Decals.......................................36-37

Quick Pitch™ Handle Assembly........................ 38-39

Spider and Blades Assembly ............................. 40-41

Gearbox Assembly ............................................. 42-43

Engine2.5 HP Honda Assembly ......................... 44-45

Guard Ring Assy. ............................................... 46-47

Blades and Adjustment Fixture Assembly ......... 48-49

HONDA GX240K1 ENGINE

Air Cleaner Assembly......................................... 50-51

Camshaft Assembly ........................................... 52-53

Carburetor Assembly ......................................... 54-55

Control Assembly ............................................... 56-57

Crankcase Cover Assembly ............................... 58-59

Crankshaft Assembly .........................................60-61

Cylinder Barrel Assembly ................................... 62-63

Fan Cover Assembly .......................................... 64-65

Flywheel Assembly ............................................ 66-67

Fuel Tank Assembly ........................................... 68-69

Gasket Kit Assembly ............................................... 71

Ignition Coil Assembly ........................................ 72-73

Muffler Assembly ............................................... 74-75

Piston Assembly ................................................. 76-77

Recoil Starter Assembly.....................................78-79

Labels Assembly ................................................ 80-81

Terms and Conditions of Sale — Parts ................... 82

NOTE

Specification and part
number are subject to
change without notice.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES

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■ Dealer account number

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■ Dealer name and address

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■ Shipping address (if different than billing address)

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■ Return fax number

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■ Applicable model number

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■ Quantity, part number and description of each part

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■ Specify preferred method of shipment:

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UPS Ground

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UPS Second Day or Third Day*

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UPS Next Day*

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Federal Express Priority One (please provide us with your Federal

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Express account number)*

Airborne Express*

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Truck or parcel post

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*Normally shipped the same day the order is received, if prior to 2PM west coast time.

Earn Extra Discounts when

you order by FAX!

All parts orders which include complete part numbers
and are received by fax qualify for the following extra
discounts:

Number of
line items ordered Additional Discount

1-9 items 3%

10+ items** 5%

Get special freight allowances
when you order 10 or more
line items via FAX!**

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UPS Ground Service at no charge for freight

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UPS Third Day Service at one-half of actual freight

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Extra Fax DiscountExtra Fax Discount

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for Domestic USA

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Toll-free nationwide:

No other allowances on freight shipped by any other carrier.

**Common nuts, bolts and washers (all items under $1.00 list price)
do not count towards the 10+ line items.

800-421-1244

Toll-free FAX:

800/6-PARTS-7 • 800-672-7877

*DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

Fax order discount and UPS special programs revised June 1, 1995

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— TRAINING CHECKLIST

TRAINING CHECKLIST

This checklist will lists some of the minimum requirements for
machine maintenance and operation. Please feel free to detach
it and make copies. Use this checklist whenever a new operator
is to be trained or it can be used as a review for more experienced
operator’s.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS!

Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating
this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety
Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to
yourself and others.

HAZARD SYMBOLS

NOTE

This Owner's Manual has been developed to provide
complete instructions for the safe and efficient operation
of the MQ Whiteman C-4 FINISHER TROWEL. For
engine maintenance information, please refer to the
engine manufacturers instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.

Before using this WALK-BEHIND TROWEL, ensure
that the operating individual has read and
understands all instructions in this manual.

SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words: DANGER,

WARNING, or CAUTION.

Lethal Exhaust Gases

Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and

odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.
NEVER operate this equipment in a confined

area or enclosed structure that does not
provide ample free flow air.

Explosive Fuel

Gasoline is extremely flammable, and its
vapors can cause an explosion if ignited. DO
NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or
combustible fluids. DO NOT fill the fuel tank

while the engine is running or hot. DO NOT
overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or
sparks from the ignition system. Store fuel in
approved containers, in well-ventilated areas
and away from sparks and flames. NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.

DANGER: You WILL be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY injured if you DO NOT follow
directions.

WARNING: You CAN be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY injured if you DO NOT follow
directions.

CAUTION: You CAN be injured if you

DO NOT follow directions.

Potential hazards associated with C-4 FINISHER trowel
operation will be referenced with "
appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in
conjunction with Safety "

Message Alert Symbols

Hazard Symbols

" which

".

Burn Hazards

Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operations. NEVER operate the engine with
heat shields or heat guards removed.

Rotating Parts

NEVER operate equipment with covers, or

guards removed. Keep fingers,

clothing

injury.

away from all moving parts to prevent

hands, hair

and

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

Accidental Starting

ALWAYS place the engine ON/OFF

switch in the OFF position, when the
trowel is not in use.

Over Speed Conditions

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.

This

property, or the surrounding

NOTE

environment could be damaged
if you do not follow instructions.

walk-behind trowel

, other

Respiratory Hazard

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory

protection.

Sight and Hearing hazard

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing

protection.

Equipment Damage Messages

Other important messages are provided throughout this manual
to help prevent damage to your trowel, other property, or the
surrounding environment.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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CAUTION:

Failure to follow instructions in this manual may
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

SAFETY

■

DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.

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This equipment should not be operated by
persons under 18 years of age.

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NEVER operate the trowel without proper protective clothing,
shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots and other protective
devices required by the job.

C-4 FINISHER

walk-behind power trowel.

NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
these parts to cool before servicing
the trowel.

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High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact

hot!

with

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The engine of this trowel requires an adequate free flow of
cooling air. NEVER operate the trowel in any enclosed or

components can cause serious burns.

narrow area where free flow
of the air is restricted. If the
air flow is restricted it will
cause serious damage to
the trowel's engine and
may cause injury to people.

Remember the trowel's
engine gives off
carbon monoxide gas.

DEADLY

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NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking
medicine.

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NEVER operate the trowel under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.

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ALWAYS check the trowel for loosened threads or bolts before
starting.

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ALWAYS wear proper
protection equipment when operating the trowel.

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Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.

respiratory

(mask),

hearing

and

eye

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ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.

ALWAYS use extreme caution when
working with flammable liquids. When
refueling, stop the engine and allow it
to cool.

NEVER

Fire or explosion could result from

vapors

NEVER operate the trowel in an explosive atmosphere or

near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe

Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not

recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.

Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.

smoke

, or if fuel is spilled on a

around or near the machine.

hot!

bodily harm or even death.

fuel

engine.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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NEVER Run engine without air filter. Severe engine may

occur. Service air filter frequently to prevent carburetor
malfunction.

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NEVER place your

feet

or

hands

inside the guard rings

while starting or operating this equipment.

■

AVOID wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing that may snag
on the controls or moving parts, this can cause a serious
injury.

■

ALWAYS keep clear of

rotating

or

moving parts

while

operating the trowel.

■

Moving Parts – Shut down the engine before performing
service or maintenance functions. Contact with moving parts
can cause serious injury.

■

ALWAYS check to make sure that the operating area is clear
before starting the engine.

■

NEVER leave the machine

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ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions and operations techniques before using trowel.

unattended

while running.

Maintenance Safety

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Emergencies

■

NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
trowel.

ALWAYS allow the trowel a proper amount of time to cool

before servicing.
Keep the trowel in proper running condition.
Fix damage to the trowel immediately and always replace

broken parts.
Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially

hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of

hazardous waste.

ALWAYS know the location of the nearest

fire extinguisher

.

■

ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used.
Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the
reach of children.

■

ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in
Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.

■

ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used.
Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the
reach of children.

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Refer to the
technical questions or information

HONDA Engine Owner's Manual

for engine

recommended by Multiquip

for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to

■

■

user may result.

Transporting

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ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting.

■

Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent
fuel from spilling.

■

Drain fuel when transporting trowel over long distances or
bad roads.

■

When placing the trowel inside a truck-bed for transport,
always tie-down the trowel.

ALWAYS know the location of the nearest and

In emergencys

nearest phone or

always

know the location of the

keep a phone on the job site

first aid kit

.

.

Also know the phone numbers of the nearest

ambulance, doctor

and

fire department

. This
information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.

■

ALWAYS use proper lifting techniques when moving the
trowel.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS

Machine Safety Decals

The

C-4 Finisher

safety and maintenance information. Figure 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.

walk-behind trowel is equipped with a number of safety decals (Figure 1). These decals are provided for operator

Figure 1. C-4 Finisher Decals

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— SPECIFICATIONS (TROWEL)

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1. Sound pressure is a weighted measure. Measured at the
operators ear position while the walk-behind trowel is
operating at full throttle on concrete in a manner most often
experienced in “

normal

” circumstances. Sound pressure
may vary depending upon the condition of the concrete.
Hearing protection is always recommended.

2. The vibration level indicated is the maximum RMS (Root
Mean Square) value obtained at the handle grip while
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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINE)

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— GENERAL INFORMATION

C-4 Trowel Finisher Familiarization

This walk-behind finisher is designed for the

finishing

Take a walk around the trowel. Take notice of all the major
components (see Figure 3, page16) like the engine, blades,
Quick Pitch™ handle, clutch lever, etc. Check that there is always
oil in the engine.

Read

be found throughout this manual and on the trowel. Keep all
safety information in good, readable condition. Operators should
be well trained on the operation and maintenance of the trowel.

Before using your trowel, test it on a flat watered down section of
finished concrete that is free of any debris and other objects.

This trial test run will increase your confidence in using the trowel
and at the same time it will familiarize you with the trowel’s
controls. In addition you will understand how the trowel handles
under actual conditions.

Engines

This trowel is available with an 2.5 HP
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for instructions regarding
the operation and maintenance of your engine. The engine
manual is included with your trowel at the time of shipping from
Whiteman. Please contact your nearest Multiquip Dealer for a
replacement should the original manual disappear.

Drive System

Power is transferred from the engine to the gearbox input shaft
via a V-belt pulley drive system. The pulley engages using a
manual clutch. See parts section of this manual.

of concrete slabs.

all the safety instructions carefully. Safety instructions will

HONDA

floating

gasoline engine.

and

Blades

The blades of the trowel finish the concrete as they are rotated
around the surface. Blades are classified as
inches wide),
wide). This trowel comes equipped with four blades per
rotor equally spaced in a radial pattern and attached to
vertical rotating shaft by means of a

Manual Clutch

In the event of a trowel runaway condition (operator releases
the handle), a
the trowel to a halt.

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

Moving the Trowel

This trowel is light weight, however for safety purposes always

two people

use

Training

For proper training, please use the “TRAINING CHECKLIST”
located in the front of this manual (Page 6). This checklist will
provide an outline for an experienced operator to provide training
to a new operator

combination

float

(10 or 8 inches wide), and finish (6 inches

spider assembly.

manual clutch

NEVER attempt to
ALWAYS get the assistance of another

person to help lift the trowel .

to lift the trowel up onto a slab of concrete.

will stop the engine and bring

lift

the trowel by yourself.

(8

Gearbox

gearbox

The

spider

to the
of the trowel and is equipped with two shafts (input and output).

Spider

The vertical output shaft of the gearbox connects to a cast hub
called the
that are used for attachment of blades or other accessories.
Remember as the gearbox output shaft rotates so does the spider
assembly.

is located beneath the engine and transfers power

assembly. The gearbox controls the rotational speed

spider

. The spider has 4 arms that extend outward

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

Figure 3. Controls and Components

Figures 3 shows the location of the basic controls or components,

C-4 FINISHER

for the
of each control or component

1. Quick Pitch™ Control Handle – To adjust the pitch of
the blades, grasp the handle then squeeze and either move
the handle forward or backward to achieve the desired
blade pitch.

2. Throttle Control Lever – Controls the speed of the engine.
Move the hand lever towards the operator to increase
engine speed (high), away from the operator to decrease
engine speed (low).

3. Hand Grip/Handle Bar – When operating the trowel, place
both hands on each grip to maneuver the trowel. Replace
hand grips when they become worn or damaged.

4. Engine – This trowel uses a Honda G100K2QA2 gasoline
engine.

5. Clutch Lever - Clutch engagement lever. When this lever
is engaged, the blades will begin to rotate.

trowel. Listed below is a brief explanation

6. Guard Ring- NEVER! put hands or feet inside guard ring.

7. Trowel Arm – NEVER operate the trowel with a bent, broken

or out of adjustment trowel arm. If the blades show uneven
wear patterns or some blades wear out faster than others,
the trowel arm may need to be replaced.

8. Blades – This trowel is equipped with combination blades.
These blades are versatile and should take care of most
troweling needs. In addition float discs can be attached to
the trowel arms that will allow the trowel to float on "
concrete.

9. V-Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the V­belt. NEVER operate the trowel with this cover removed.

10. T-Handle Release Knob – Turn this handle counter­clockwise to release the upper handle and place in either
down position or operate position. Turn handle clockwise
to lock upper handle in place.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— BASIC ENGINE

Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components

INITIAL SERVICING

The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers engine
manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a HONDA engine, operation for other
types of engines may vary somewhat.

1. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely. DO NOT over fill.

DANGER

Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when
the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to

cool down. In the event of a fuel spill, DO NOT
attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely
wiped up, and the area surrounding the engine is dry.

2. Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional

information refer to engine owner's manual.

3. Engine ON/OFF Switch –

OFF

starting,

4. Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull

the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and
smoothly.

5. Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever

advanced forward

FAST

).

Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop

6.

the flow of fuel.

position stops engine operation.

SLOW

ON

position permits engine

, lever back toward operator

7. Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.

8. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.

NOTE

9. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) Clean
spark plug once a week.

10. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.

11. Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to remove oil from the
engine's crankcase.

12. Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap – Remove this cap to determine if
the engine oil is low. Add oil through this filler port as
recommended in Table 3.

Operating the engine without an air
filter, with a damaged air filter, or a
filter in need of replacement will
allow dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine wear.

WARNING

Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operating. NEVER operate the engine with the
muffler removed.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — ASSEMBLY

Quick Pitch™ Handle Assembly

The C-4 finisher trowel is equipped with a folding upper handle
(Figure 4). It was assembled at the factory and shipped in its
folded or stow position. You will need to unfold and adjust the
trowel handle to the upright position prior to operation.

Considerable force may be

NOTE

Unfolding the Trowel for Operation

required when moving the
Quick Pitch™ handle forward
or backward.

1. Make sure that the Quick Pitch™
attached to the upper handle bar and the pitch control cable
has slack. Remove the
on the top side of the upper handle bar, by rotating the
knob counter-clockwise. Move the Quick Pitch™
toward's the operator's position and unfold the upper
handle bar away from the engine into the
Re-insert the swing bolt so that it fits through the slot in the
hinge plate. Turn the T-handle knob counter-clockwise
securely to hold upper handle bar in place.

T-handle knob

FOLDED

POSITION

handle

has been

from the swing bolt

handle

upright

position.

OPERATIONAL

POSITION

UPPER

HANDLE

T-HANDLE

KNOB

Figure 5. Trowel Folded and Operational

Positions

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— PRE-INSPECTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

NEVER operate the trowel
in a confined area or
enclosed area structure
that does not provide ample

free flow of air

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing

protection before operating the trowel.

NEVER place hands or feet inside the guard
rings while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut
the engine down before performing any kind
of maintenance service on the trowel.

.

Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)

3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler
neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler
hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3). Maximum oil
capacity is 0.48 quarts (.45 liters)

Before Starting

1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.

2. Clean the trowel, removing dirt and dust, particularly the
engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.

3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace
air filter with a new one as required.

4. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry
compressed air.

5. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.

Engine Oil Check

1. To check the engine oil level, place the trowel on secure
level ground with the engine stopped.

2. Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe clean.

NOTE

Reference manufacturer engine
manual for specific servicing
instructions.

Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)

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Explosive Fuel

C-4 FINISHER TROWEL— PRE-INSPECTION

V-Belt Check

A worn or damaged V-belt can adversely affect the performance
of the trowel. If a V-belt is defective or worn simply replace the V­belt as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual.

Fuel Check

Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if
mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt
to refuel the trowel if the engine is

1. Remove the gasoline cap located on top of fuel tank.

2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish
with unleaded fuel.

3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO

NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

Gearbox Oil

1. Determine if the

plug located on the side of the gearbox. This plug will be
marked by the "
level of the lubrication oil should be to the bottom of the fill
plug.

gearbox

check

hot! or running

oil is low by removing the oil

" decal. See Figure 7. The correct

.

Blade Check

Check for worn or damaged blades. Check to see if one blade is
worn out while the others look new. If this is the case there could
be a blade pitch problem. Refer to the maintenance section of
this manual for blade pitch adjustment procedure. Replace any
worn blades.

CONTROLS

Hand Clutch

Some finisher models are equipped with a

. The unit automatically stops rotating when the clutch lever

clutch

is released. Clutch operation should be tested each time the
machine is started.

DO NOT let the machine sit unused with the engine at high speed
for an extended period of time. It will cause premature belt wear
or may destroy the belt. Always set the engine speed to idle when
the hand clutch is disengaged.

hand operated

Figure 7. Gearbox

2. If lubrication oil begins to seep out as the drain plug is

being removed, then it can be assumed that the gearbox
has a sufficient amount of oil.

3. If lubrication oil does not seep out as the drain plug is

being removed, fill with type ISO 680 (Whiteman P/N

10139) gearbox lubricant oil until the oil filler hole overflows.

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — INITIAL START-UP

Lifting the Trowel Onto a Slab.

Extra care should be taken when lifting the trowel off the ground.
Serious damage to the machine or personal injury could be
caused by dropping a trowel.

Even though the trowel is lightweight, always use two people
when lifting the trowel onto a slab of concrete or truck bed.

This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial
start-up of the walk-behind trowel. It is extremely important that
this section be read carefully before attempting to use the trowel
in the field.

DO NOT use your trowel until this section is thoroughly
understood

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

DO NOT attempt to operate the trowel until
the Safety, General Information and
Inspection sections of this manual have
been read and thoroughly understood.

Starting the Engine (

HONDA

engine)

3. Place the
if starting a

4. Place the
if starting a

choke lever

cold

Figure 10. Engine Choke Lever (Open)

choke lever

warm engine

(Figure 10) in the "

engine.

(Figure 11) in the "

or the

OPEN

" position

CLOSED

temperature is warm.

" position

1. Place the engine
position.

Figure 8. Engine Fuel Valve Lever

2. Place the trowel's
position.

fuel valve lever

throttle lever

(Figure 8) to the "ON"

(Figure 9) to the "IDLE"

Figure 11. Engine Choke Lever (Closed)

5. Place the

Figure 12. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position)

engine ON/OFF switch

(Figure 12) in the "

ON

"

Figure 9. Throttle Lever (Idle Position)

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — INITIAL START-UP

6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 13) and slowly pull it out. The
resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre­sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly
and smoothly for starting.

Figure 13. Starter Grip

7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
(Figure 11 ) to the
started repeat steps 1 through 6.

Before the trowel is placed into operation, run the engine for

8.

several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would
associate with a loose guard ring and/or covers.

CLOSED

position. If the engine has not

2. After the engine
“STOP” position (Figure 16 ).

3. Close the
valve lever to the CLOSED position.

cools

, turn the engine start/stop switch to the

Figure 16. Throttle Lever (Run Position)

fuel shut- off valve

(Figure 17) by moving the fuel

9. To begin troweling, place the throttle lever (Figure 14 ) in the

RUN

" position

"

Figure 14. Throttle Lever (Run Position)

Stopping The Engine

Normal Shutdown

1. Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Figure 15) and
run the engine for three minutes at low speed.

Figure 17. Throttle Lever (Run Position)

Emergency Showdown

1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the
the engine start/stop switch to the

IDLE

STOP

position.

position, and turn

Figure 15. Throttle Lever (Idle Position)

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — OPERATION

To maneuver the trowel, gently lift up on or press down on the

The following steps are intended as a basic guide to machine
operation, and are not to be considered a complete guide to
concrete finishing. We suggest that all operators (experienced
and novice) read “

Concrete Institute, Detroit, Michigan

section of this manual for more information.

Slabs on Grade

” published by the

. Read the “Training”

American

Pitching The Blades.

Quick Pitch Handle

2.

main trowel handle. To move the machine to the operator’s
left,

down

lift up

on the handle, to move machine to the right,

on the handle.

push

1. To pitch the blades upwards using the

handle

, (Figure 18) simply squeeze the trigger lock

"Quick Pitch

™"

and pull the handle towards the operator. Pushing the
handle towards the engine will cause the blades to lay
flat.

Figure 18. Quick Pitch™ Handle

Figure 19. Hand Clutch Lever

3. The best method for finishing concrete is to slowly walk

backwards (Figure 20) with the trowel, guiding the trowel
from side to side. This will cover all footprints on wet concrete.

4. Remember that if you let go of the trowel, just step away and

let the trowel come to a complete stop before trying to recover
the trowel.

Maneuvering the Trowel

Get into the operator’s position behind the handle. With a

1.

secure foothold and a firm grasp on the handles slowly
increase the engine speed until the desired blade speed is
obtained.

If your trowel has a
speed with the throttle, then pull on the hand clutch lever to
start the blades turning. Adjust the blade speed after the hand
clutch is fully engaged.

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hand clutch (Figure 19)

, set your engine

C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — OPERATION

Figure 20 below illustrates a typical walk-behind trowel
application. Practice maneuvering the trowel. The trick is to let
the trowel do the work.

Continue to practice maneuvering the trowel. Try to practice as if
you were finishing a slab of concrete. Practice edging and
covering a large area. Remember a good finishing technique is
to work backwards. Be careful when moving backwards so that
hazards can be avoided. The best way to get accustomed to the
trowel is repeated use.

Figure 20. Maneuvering The Trowel

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

NEVER place your
guard rings while starting or operating this
equipment.

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feet

or

hands

inside the

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTIONCAUTION

ALWAYS keep clear of
parts while operating this equipment.

rotating

or

moving

C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — OPTIONS

Blades

Blades should be changed when
they fail to finish concrete in a

NOTE

Blades are a vital part of finishing concrete. This Whiteman
finisher has been designed to finish concrete and is built to
stringent quality standards out of the finest trowel steel. If you need
replacement blades, consult your parts list in this manual for part
numbers and order them from your Multiquip parts dealer or
importer.

Combo Blades

This trowel was equipped with
blades as original equipment. These blades have been designed
for optimum performance in both the floating and finishing of
concrete. These blades are versatile and should take care of most
troweling needs.

satisfactory manner.

combination type

(Figure 21)

Float Discs (Optional)

These round discs (Figure 22) attach to the spiders and allow the
machine to “
floating and easy movement from wet to dry areas. They are also
very effective in embedding large aggregates and surface
hardeners.

float

” on “

wet

” concrete. The disc design allows early

Figure 22. Float Disk

Figure 21. Combination Blade

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C-4 FINISHER TROWEL — MAINTENANCE

See the engine manual supplied

Trowel Arm adjustment Procedure

NOTE

with your machine for appropriate
engine maintenance schedule
and troubleshooting guide for
problems.

At the front of the book (Page 7) there is a “

Checklist

basis.

CAUTION!CAUTION!

CAUTION!

CAUTION!CAUTION!

ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before
servicing. NEVER attempt any maintenance work
on a

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Daily (8-10 Hours)

1. Check the oil level in the engine crankcase and gear box,

2. Check V-belt.
Weekly (50-60 Hours)

1. Relube arms, thrust collar and clutch

”. Make copies of this checklist and use it on a daily

hot!

engine.

fill as necessary.

Daily Pre-Operation

NOTE

level

, clean area to test the trowel prior to and after is essential.

A
Any unlevel
will give an incorrect perception of adjustment. Ideally, a 5 x 5"
three-quarter inch thick

1. To determine which blades need adjustment, place the
trowel in the test area (three-quarter inch thick plate) and look
for the following conditions:

■

■

Figure 23 below illustrates a "

trowel arms

touching (0.10" max. clearance) lower wear plate. All alignment
bolts should be spaced the same distance from the lower wear
plate.

The following procedure should
be followed to adjust trowel arms
when it becomes apparent that
the trowel is finishing poorly or in
need of routine maintenance.

spots

in the floor or debris under the trowel blades

flat

steel plate should be used for testing.

Pitch the blades as flat as possible and look at the

adjustment bolts

with the
that one of them is not making contact, some adjustment
will be necessary.

Is the machine wearing out blades unevenly (i.e. one
blade is completely worn out while the others look new)?

lower wear plate

". Check to see that adjustment bolt is barely

. They should all barely make contact

on the spider. If you can see

worn spider bushings or bent

2. Replace blades if necessary.

3. Check and clean or replace the engine air filter as
necessary.

4. Replace engine oil and filter as necessary, see engine
manual.

Monthly (200-300 Hours)

1. Remove, clean, reinstall and relube the arms and thrust
collar. Adjust the blade arms.

2. Remove, clean, reinstall clutch

Yearly (2000-2500 Hours)

1. Check and replace if necessary the arm bushings, thrust
collar bushings and shaft seals.

2. Check pitch control cables for wear.

3. Adjust blade speed.

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Figure 24 below illustrates the "
plate (as shipped from the factory).

Figure 24. Correct Spider Plate Alignment

Figure 23 Worn Spider Plate

correct alignment

" for a spider