Multiquip FM9 User Manual

PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL

FM9

FINISHING MACHINE

© COPYRIGHT 2001, MULTIQUIP INC.

Revision #1 (03/12/01)

MULTIQUIP INC

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

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

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

Rules For Safe Operation ....................................... 6

ESSICK — FM-9

Operations ......................................................... 7-12

Specifications ........................................................ 13

Explanation Of Codes In Remarks Column .......... 14

Suggested Spare Parts ......................................... 15

Cab Assembly .................................................. 16-17

Automatic Clutch Assembly ............................. 18-19

Transmission Assembly.................................... 20-21

Transmission Assembly.................................... 22-23

Browning Nozzle .............................................. 24-25

Finishing Nozzle ............................................... 26-27

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Terms and Conditions Of Sale — Parts ................ 28

NOTE: Specification and part number
are subject to change without notice.

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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES

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Dealer account number

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Shipping address (if different than billing address)

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Return fax number

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Quantity, part number and description of each part

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All parts orders which include complete part numbers
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1-9 items 3%
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do not count towards the 10+ line items.

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800/6-PARTS-7 • 800-672-7877

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Do not operate or service this equipment
before reading the operating and maintenance
instructions manual or serious injury may result.

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Do not operate this equipment unless all
guards and safety devices are attached and in
place.

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Stop the engine when leaving the

equipment.

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Block the unit when leaving or when using
on a slope

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Maintain this equipment in a safe operating
condition at all times.

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Caution must be exercised while servicing
this equipment. Rotating and moving parts can
cause injury if contacted.

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Stop the engine before servicing, adding
fuel and oil.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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When towing, an adequate safety chain

must be fastened to the frame.

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Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized

people away from the equipment at all times.

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Unauthorized equipment modifications will

void all warranties.

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Check all fasteners periodically for tightness.
Also check towing tongue bolt, lock nut and
wheel lug nuts for wear.

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Wear safety glasses at all times when
working around machinery.

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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug before allowing anybody’s hands in the
mixing drum.

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Never pour or spray water over the engine
or electric motor.

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Always stand clear of dump handle when
mixer is in operation. Any binding of material
between the mixer blades and drum will cause
drum and handle to quickly move in the
discharge position.

The safety instruction decals shown must be on all Essick Mixers

CAUTION!CAUTION!

CAUTION!

CAUTION!CAUTION!

SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORESHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE

SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE

SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORESHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE

PUTTING HANDS IN MIXING DRUMPUTTING HANDS IN MIXING DRUM

PUTTING HANDS IN MIXING DRUM

PUTTING HANDS IN MIXING DRUMPUTTING HANDS IN MIXING DRUM

Caution Decal is P/N
FM???????

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not operate or service this machine before reading the operating and maintenance manual.

2. Keep all inexperienced and/or unauthorized people away from equipment at all times.

3. Do not operate this equipment unless all guards and safety devices are attached and in place.

4. Keep this equipment in safe operating condition at all times.

5. Caution must be exercised while servicing this equipment.
Rotating and moving parts can cause injury if contacted.

6. Stop engine and allow to cool before adding fuel or oil.

7. Stop engine when leaving equipment.

8. Block unit when parking on a slope.

9. Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all warranties.

ESSICK CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS  A MULTIQUIP COMPANY  CARSON, CALIFORNIA

The safety instruction decal is P/N FM???????????

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FM-9 — OPERATIONS

SAFETY

1. Do not operate or service this equipment before reading the
operating and maintenance instruction manual.

2. Do not operate this equipment unless all guards and safety
devices are attached and in place.

3. Stop engine when leaving equipment.

4. Block unit when parking on a slope.

5. Maintain this equipment in safe operating condition at all
times.

6. Caution must be exercised while servicing this equipment.
Rotating and moving parts can cause injury if contacted.

7. Stop engine before adding fuel or oil. Never spray water
over the engine or electrical motor.

8. Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized people away from
equipment at all times.

9. Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all
warranties.

10. Run transmission in reverse gear to relieve back pressure
before disconnecting gun or hoses.

11. Screen must be on hopper at all times machine is in
operation.

12. Stop engine before putting hands in hopper.

13. Wear safety eye glasses at all times when working around
machine or material lines.

14. Electrical operated machines refer to supplemental FM5E­I safety/operating instructions

GENERAL

The essick model FM9 plastering machine is in a class by itself.
Its main functions are that of a standard finishing machine: Mainly
applying acoustical ceilings, exterior dash stucco finish and
inside sand finish, as well as fireproofing steel beams. Although
it was not designed to be used in place of a high-volume base
coat plastering machine, it may be used to apply inside brown
and it is capable of applying a half-sand, half-vermiculite mix at
a very practical rate, which is satisfactory for some jobs.

This machine is equipped with a transmission having 3 forward
speeds plus a reverse gear and is powered by a 9.2 hp engine,
which also drives a heavy-duty twin-cylinder air compressor.

Although the procedure for mixing and applying the materials
varies with each material being sprayed, the following procedure
applies to all the materials mentioned above.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Connect the air lines from the machine to the air control block
mounted on the nozzle. One air line runs from the air compressor
outlet on the machine to the inlet on the control block next to the
sleeve valve. This line has air blowing out of it when the
compressor is running. The other air line runs from the sleeve
valve on the control block to the throttle cylinder inlet on the
machine.

In operation, the compressor furnishes air to the control block.
The valve located on the front of the block is for the adjustment of
atomized air which is used for the spraying of material. The sleeve
valve operates the throttle cylinder on the engine. When the
sleeve valve is in the closed position, air pressure is applied to
the cylinder and the engine will speed up to the preset governed
speed. When the sleeve valve is in the open position, air pressure
is released from the spring loaded throttle cylinder and the
engine will return to idle speed.

Before starting engine, check oil levels in engine crankcase,
transmission and compressor. Place volume control lever
(transmission lever) in the position for the desired speed to be
used. Turn the throttle control air valve, located on the spray gun,
to the “off position.

After mixing the material, lubricate the pump and hose by pouring
a few gallons of water into the hopper. Adjust the air pressure to
approximately 20 lbs. and turn the throttle control air valve to
“on” position.

Continue to pump out the water until it reaches the level of the
pump. Then fill the hopper half full with the material to be sprayed.
After the remaining water in the hose has been pumped out and
material appears at the nozzle, point nozzle into hopper and
make final air adjustments. With final adjustments made, turn air
valve off.

CAUTION: Never turn off pump until material appears at nozzle.
This may cause separation of the material, which would clog up
pump and hose.

Fill hopper and carry nozzle and hose to spraying area. Turn air
valve”on” and proceed to spray, working a pattern. Always overlap
the spray, but never hold the gun still in an attempt to fill a void or
defect.

CAUTION: Never run the pump dry, as this causes rapid
pump wear or damage.

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FM-9 — OPERATIONS

CLEANING OF MACHINE

At the end of the day, or when changing from one material to
another, the machine should be washed out. It is also suggested
that when pumping quick setting materials to wash out machine
and hoses approximately every 4 hours.

To clean the hopper and pump parts, run transmission in reverse
gear to relieve back pressure in hose, turn off engine, remove
spray gun and disconnect material hose. Remove pipe plug at
bottom of hopper, drain, and wash down the remaining material
with water. Replace plug.

After the material has been washed out of the hopper, the hose
can be cleaned by disconnecting the material hose from the
machine and removing the spray gun. Roll up a wet sponge and
place it into the material hose, reconnect the hose to pump fitting,
fill hopper half full with water and start machine.Pump enough
water through hose to push sponge through entire length of
hose. After sponge is pumped out, turn off engine and remove
drain plug from hopper to drain remaining water. Repeat the
sponge process if necessary.

Wash out spray gun, nozzle and orifices. Hose down screens
and the outside of the machine.

Note: When washing down the outside of the machine, be
sure the rubber boot is in place over the transmission lever pivot.
This prevents water from entering the transmission. Clean and
oil all threads and joints.

MIXING AND APPLYING VARIOUS MATERIAL

The surface to be sprayed should be thoroughly dry. Do not wet
before applying dash coat. Use either a 1/4" or 3/8" orifice. Be
sure a soft rubber stator tube is used, as soft rubber will resist
abrasives. After material is mixed, proceed as explained in the
operating instructions. Adjust volume at low speed and air
pressure to 20-25 lbs. If a second coat is to be applied, be sure
that the surface appears dry to the eye before application or it
will dry spotty and show a different shade of color.

SIMULATED ACOUSTIC CEILINGS

In many areas prepared materials are available for simulated
acoustic ceilings. In areas where prepared materials are not
available and where a contractor prefers to mix his own, the
following mix makes a satisfactory texture.

100 lbs. — Gypsum
6 cu. ft. — Vermiculite or perlite

Mix the above materials thoroughly so the aggregate does not
separate when in hopper. This mix should be of heavier
consistency than exterior dash, but still wet enough to pass
through a 3/8" screen.

If the material aggregate is made of vermiculite, use the hard
rubber stator. If the material is made of perlite, the soft rubber
stator should be installed. By using a 3/8" orifice and adjusting
the volume at second speed and the air pressure to 20-25 lbs. A
very satisfactory pattern can be obtained.

EXTERIOR DASH STUCCO

In areas where this type of finish is popular, a prepared machine
mix is available which requires only the addition of water.
however, some contractors prefer to mix their own material. The
following is considered a very satisfactory machine mix:

200 lbs. — Silica sand mo. 20
50 to 60 lbs. — Hydrated lime
100 lbs. — Plastic cement
2 to 3 lbs. — Zonolite finish aggregate
Color may be added as desired, but should be measured

for uniformity.

The above materials must be thoroughly mixed and of a thin
consistency, similar to a hand dash coat mix.

Since the finished appearance depends on the condition of the
original surface, it is suggested that any obvious defects, such
as ridges or holes, should be repaired with a hand trowel also,
the ceiling should BE scraped with a floor or wall scraper prior to
spraying the first coat.

Care should be taken when spraying the ceilings to fill the angles
well. This can be achieved by pointing the nozzle directly into
the angle, thereby spraying on the wall as well as on the ceiling.
The overspray on the wall can be quickly removed by using the
same scraper mentioned above.

You will find that a better job can be accomplished if two coats
are applied. But before applying the second coat, an inspection
of the surface should be made and any defects should be repaired
with a small trowel. After the inspection, the second coat can be
immediately applied.

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FM-9 — OPERATIONS

FULL ACOUSTIC CEILINGS AND FIREPROOFING UNDER
STEEL DECK

There are a number of various acoustic materials available, all
of which can be pumped through this machine. Some of these
materials are made from vermiculite and others from perlite.
Although we do not make any recommendations as to which is
the better acoustic material, we do point out the fact that perlite is
very abrasive and will cause rapid pump wear whereas,
vermiculite will give longer pump life.

Only water needs to be added to ready-prepared materials. Some
manufacturers suggest the correct amount of water in the
instructions on the bag. However, if no instructions are available,
the material should be mixed to a consistency thinner than. that
of a mixture for hand application. I.E., thin enough so that only
about i0 percent of the material will be retained on a 1/2" screen
when it is poured into the hopper of the machine.

After the material is mixed, proceed as explained in the operating
instructions. Use either a 3/8", 7/16" or 1/2" orifice, depending on
the desired texture. Use the same size hopper screen as the size
of the orifice that is going to be used. Use 3/8" screen with 7/16"
orifice. Use a hard rubber stator with vermiculite and a soft rubber
stator with perlite. By adjusting the volume to second speed and
the air pressure to 15-20 lbs, a good yardage can be obtained in
small areas. However, in larger areas it may be desirable to
operate at full volume.

The application of full acoustic is very similar to that of simulated
acoustic, except that successive coats can be applied until proper
thickness is obtained. For application procedure refer to
“simulated acoustic ceilings” paragraph.

DRYWALL MIX APPLICATION

The FM9 works quite satisfactorily for applying drywall texture
mixes such as: Spatter, orange peel, fog, sand finish, as well as
simulated acoustic textures. In addition, it can be used for
application of mastics, sealants, emulsions, glazes,
roofingfinishes, sealers, water base paints, and cement paints.

BROWN COAT

As previously stated, the ESSICK MODEL FM9 plastering
machine is not designed to do the work of a large base coat
machine. Although it is not recommended, due to the rapid wear
on the rotor and stator tube, it can apply brown coat and scratch
material at a rate fast enough to be practical for some jobs.

When the machine is to be used for the application of brown or
scratch material we recommend that the following suggestions
be taken into consideration to aid the machine in pumping and
also to obtain better results.

Install on machine, if not presently equipped, a soft rubber stator,
a “hi volume” rotor and a 1-1/2" pump outlet fitting. Refer to “hi
volume” instructions for changing of rotor and stator.

Use, if possible, a 400675 browning nozzle with a 5/8" orifice for
outside brown and scratch and a 1/2" orifice for inside brown.
The length of 1-1/2" hose should not exceed 100 ft. With hoses
and nozzle attached adjust the air pressure to approximately 20
p.s.i. and set machine at full volume.

The following is a satisfactory brown coat mix:

1-1/2 cu. ft. — Vermiculite

FIREPROOFING STEEL BEAMS

Consult the building specifications regarding the type of material
to be used. Normally, for fireproofing metal lath wrapped steel
beams, the mixture consists of one sack of either perlite or
vermiculite and one sack of gypsum. These materials should be
mixed to a consistency thinner than that for hand application
and sprayed approximately 1" thick with an application. If a
greater volume is desired, it is recommended to use a 1-1/2"
hose with the machine at full volume. Note: The shorter the hose
length, the greater the volume obtained.

Use the hard rubber stator with vermiculite and the soft rubber
stator with perlite. It is also suggested that the largest size air jet
be used in the nozzle and a 7/16" or 1/2" orifice. With the air
pressure at minimum (approximately 10 PSI).

This is a very difficult operation and the operator’s technique will
improve with experience. The majority of experienced operators
prefer to use a short nozzle for better maneuvering around steel
beams.

1-1/2 cu. ft. — Sand
1 Sack gypsum

Note: The best results are obtained by not using over 50 percent
sand aggregate.

The mixing procedure should be as follows: Put approximately
10 gallons of water in the mixer and add 1-1/2 cu. ft.of vermiculite.
This allows the vermiculite to absorb sufficient water. Add one
sack of gypsum (machine application type) and shovel in 1-1/2
cu. ft. of sand (approximately eleven no. 2 shovels). additional
water should be added at this time.

It is difficult to predetermine the amount of water, as there are
several variations possible. The amount of water is critical and
experience will allow the operator to deterhine the correct amount.

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