Multiquip MC3PE, MC3SE User Manual

OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

MIX N' GO

MINI CONCRETE MIXER

STEEL DRUM MODELS

MC3SE, MC3S (B&S)

PLASTIC DRUM MODELS

MC3PE, MC3P (B&S)

© COPYRIGHT 2003, MULTIQUIP INC.

Revision #5 (11/07/2005)

MULTIQUIP INC

18910 WILMINGTON AVE. 800-427-1244
CARSON, CALIFORNIA 90746 FAX: [phone]
310-537-3700
800-421-1244 800-478-1244
FAX: [phone] FAX: [phone]

E-mail:[e-mail] • www:multiquip.com

Atlanta • Boise • Dallas • Houston • Newark
Montreal, Canada • Manchester, UK
Rio De Janiero, Brazil • Guadalajara, Mexico

..

. PARTS DEPARTMENT:

..

SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:

HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP

PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
ON-HAND WHEN CALLING

PARTS DEPARTMENT

800-427-1244 or 310-537-3700
FAX: [phone] or 310-637-3284

SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

800-478-1244 or 310-537-3700
FAX: [phone]

WARRANTY DEPARTMENT

888-661-4279, or 310-661-4279
FAX: [phone]

MAIN

800-421-1244 or 310-537-3700
FAX: [phone]

MIX N' GO MIXER — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (11/07/05) — PAGE 3

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

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

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

Multiquip Mix N' Go —
Portable Concrete Mixer

Safety Message Alert Symbols .............................. 6-7

Rules For Safe Operation .................................... 8-10

Operation and Safety Decals ............................. 11-12

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

Dimensions (Mixer) ................................................. 14

Dimensions (Electric Motor) .................................... 15

General Information ................................................ 16

Mixer Components .................................................. 17

Basic Engine ........................................................... 18

Assembly Instructions ........................................ 19-20

Pre-Inspection (Gasoline Engine) ........................... 21

Initial Start-up (Electric Motor) ................................ 22

Initial Start-up (Gasoline Engine) ....................... 23-24

Maintenance ...................................................... 25-27

Preparation for Long-Term Storage ........................ 28

Troubleshooting (Engine) ........................................ 30

Troubleshooting (Engine/Mixer) .............................. 31

Explanation Of Code In Remarks Column .............. 32

Suggested Spare Parts ........................................... 33

Nameplate and Decals....................................... 34-35

Mixer Assembly (Steel Drum) ............................ 36-37

Mixer Assembly (Plastic Drum) .......................... 38-39

Terms and Conditions of Sale ................................. 40

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE

Specification and part number
are subject to change without
notice.

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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES

When ordering parts,

please supply the following information:

❒❒

❒ Dealer account number

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Dealer name and address

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Shipping address (if different than billing address)

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Return fax number

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Applicable model number

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Quantity, part number and description of each part

❒❒
❒❒

❒ Specify preferred method of shipment:

❒❒

✓ FedEx or UPS Ground
✓ FedEx or UPS Second Day or Third Day
✓ FedEx or UPS Next Day
✓ Federal Express Priority One
✓ DHL
✓ Tr u ck

Note: Unless otherwise indicated by customer, all
orders are treated as “Standard Orders”, and will
ship within 24 hours. We will make every effort to
ship “Air Shipments” the same day that the order is
received, if prior to 2PM west coast time. “Stock
Orders” must be so noted on fax or web forms.

Here’s how to get help...

Please have the model and serial number on
hand when calling.

Parts Department

800-427-1244 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700 Fax: [phone]

Mayco Parts

800-306-2926 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700 Fax: [phone]

Service Department

800-478-1244 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700

MQ Power Service Department

800-835-2551 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700

Warranty Department

800-421-1244, Ext. 279 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700, Ext. 279

Multiquip’s Main Phone Numbers

800-421-1244 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700

Place Your Parts Order Via Web or Fax

For Even More Savings!

Extra Discounts!

All parts orders which include complete part numbers
and are received by our automated web parts order
system, or by fax qualify for the following extra
discounts:

Ordered Standard Stock orders

via orders ($750 list and above)

Fax 3% 10%

Web 5% 10%

Special freight allowances
when you order 10 or more
line items via Web or Fax!**

FedEx Ground Service

No other allowances on freight shipped by any other
carrier.

NOTE: DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

at no charge for freight

MULTIQUIP INC.

18910 WILMINGTON AVENUE
POST OFFICE BOX 6254
CARSON, CALIFORNIA 90749
310-537-3700 • 800-421-1244
FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail]
WWW: multiquip.com

MIX N' GO MIXER — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (11/07/05) — PAGE 5

Direct TOLL-FREE access

to our Parts Department:

Toll-free nationwide — 800-427-1244

MIX N' GO MIXER — 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.

This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and

NOTE

efficient operation of the
Multiquip

Portable Concrete Mixers.

Before using these mixers,
ensure that the operating
individual has read and
understands all instructions
in this manual.

Model MC3 Series

HAZARD SYMBOLS

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.

Rotating Parts

NEVER operate equipment with covers, or

guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair and
clothing away from all moving parts to prevent
injury.

Accidental Starting

ALWAYS place the circuit breaker or power

ON/OFF switch in the OFF position when the
pump is not in use.

Sight and Hearing hazard

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing

protection.

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 the MIX N' GO MIXER
operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear
throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction
with Safety Message Alert Symbols.

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

NOTE

Respiratory Hazard

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory

protection.

Equipment Damage Messages

This mixer, other property, or the
surrounding environment could
be damaged if you do not follow
instructions.

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MIX N' GO MIXER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

Accidental Starting

ALWAYS place the engine ON/OFF switch in

the OFF position, and remove the ignition key
when the machine is not in use.

Sight and Hearing hazard

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing

protection.

Respiratory Hazard

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory

protection.

Equipment Damage Messages

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

This mixer, other property, or the

NOTE

surrounding environment could
be damaged if you do not follow
instructions.

MIX N' GO MIXER — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (11/07/05) — PAGE 7

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

■

DANGER:

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 Mix N' Go Mixer:

GENERAL SAFETY

■

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

■

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

■

NEVER operate this equipment without proper
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel­toed boots and other protective devices required
by the job.

■

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

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

■

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

hot

with

■

The engine of this mixer requires an adequate free flow of
cooling air.
narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air

components can cause serious burns.

NEVER!

operate the mixer in any enclosed or

flow is restricted it will cause
serious damage to the
mixer or engine and may
cause injury to people and
property. Remember the

mixer's engine (gasoline
models only) gives off
DEADLY gases.

■

NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.

■

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

■

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

■

ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask) hearing and eye
protection equipment when operating the mixer.

■

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.

DO NOT

could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.

■

NEVER operate the mixer in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible
materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe

smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion

bodily harm or even

death.

■

Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.

■

Refer to the
questions or information.

■

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.

■

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

Engine Owner's Manual

for engine technical

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■

NEVER Run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine

damage may occur.

■

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

■

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

■

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.

■

■

■

■

NEVER leave the mixer unattended, turn off engine or electric
motor when unattended.

■

■

CAUTION must always be observed while servicing this mixer.
Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted.

■

Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all

Maintenance Safety

warranties.

■

■

Ensure that any trailing cable is protected against damage
and not liable to be tripped over or trapped underneath the
mixer.

■

Ensure any extention cables must be no longer than 30 meters
(100 feet) in length and that the wire section is 2.5 mm

■

DO NOT allow extension cord to come into contact with water

2

■

■

.

■

or fluids.

■

DO NOT spray water onto electric motor.

■

DO NOT expose power tools to

rain

or

wet

conditions.

■

■

■

This mixer is intended for the production of concrete, mortar
and plaster. Mixer must be used only for its intended purpose.

■

This mixer is not suitable for the mixing of

explosive

substances.

flammable

or

■

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

High Temperatures – Always stop engine and allow the

engine to cool before adding fuel, oil or performing service

hot

and maintenance functions. Contact with
cause serious burns.

NEVER disconnect any

These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection
of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even
death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all
warranties.

"emergency or safety devices"

If mixer is equipped with an electric motor, operate
120 VAC, 60 Hz.

Make sure the

OFF/ON

power switch is always in the
position before inserting the mixer's power plug into an AC
receptacle (electric model only).

NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
machine.

ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool

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

broken parts, or missing decals.
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.
DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,

down a drain or into any water source.

components can

.

only

at

OFF

■

NEVER operate the mixer in an

■

Before starting the mixer, check that all

explosive

atmosphere.

guards

are in position

and correctly fitted.

■

DO NOT tip mixer onto drum mouth when the motor is running.

■

Keep area around the mixer
could cause persons to fall onto

■

ALWAYS ensure mixer is on level ground before mixing.

■

Become familiar with the controls of the machine before

clear of obstructions

moving parts

which

.

operating.

■

ALWAYS replace any worn or damaged warning decals.

■

Ensure the drum is

rotating

while filling and emptying the

drum.

■

ALWAYS disconnect AC power plug from power source
before moving mixer (electric model only).

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Emergencies

■

ALWAYS know the location of the nearest

■

ALWAYS know the location of the nearest

fire extinguisher

first aid kit

.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

.

■

In emergencies

nearest phone or
Also know the phone numbers of the nearest

ambulance, doctor

information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.

always

know the location of the

keep a phone on the job site

and

fire department

.

. This

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OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS

WARNING!
ALARMA!

AVERTISSEMENT!

ENGLISH - WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ESPAÑOL - ATENCION! PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DEL LESIONES EL USUARIO DEBE LEER Y ENTENDER EL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
FRANÇAIS - ATTENTION! AFIN DE DIMINUER LE RISQUE DE BLESSURES L’UTILISATEUR DOIT LIRE ET COMPRENDRE CE MANUEL D’ INSTRUCTIONS

DCL251

Machine Safety Decals

The Mix N' Go mixer is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance
information. The illustration below and on the next page shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these
decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.

P/N: DCL251

P/N: 510165

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WARNING! ADVERTENCIA! AVERTISSEMENT!

1. Read owner’s manual before operating mixer.

2. Keep unauthorized and untrained people away
from mixer during operation.

3. Make sure all safety devices (guards) are in place
before mixer is started.

4. Keep hands and fingers away from moving objects.

5. leave mixer unattended when operating.NEVER

6. check V-belt before starting mixer.ALWAYS

Make sure engine is turned off and spark plug wire is
disconnected before cleaning mixer.

DO NOT

ventilation is required.

ALWAYS

adding fuel or oil.

Make sure power cord has been disconnected from power
source before cleaning mixer.

This electric motor is for .115 VAC operation only

ALWAYS

below:

No. 12 Wire

50 feet

(15.24 meters)

GASOLINE ENGINE

operate mixer in an enclosed area, proper

stop the engine and allow engine to cool before

check fuel, oil and air filter before starting engine.ALWAYS

ELECTRIC MOTOR

use an extension cord of proper size, see chart

EXTENSION CORD SIZE

No. 10 Wire

75 feet

(22.86 meters)

No. 8 Wire

100 feet

(30.48 meters)

No. 6 Wire

200 feet

(60.96 meters)

OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS

1. Lea el manual de operació antes de usar la mezcladora.

2. Mantenga personas que no estén autorizadas o capacitadas
alejades de la mezcladora durante el funcionamiento de la
máquina.

3. Asegúreseque todos los aparatos de seguridad estén
trabajando apropiadamente antes de usar la mezcladora.

4. Mantenga las monos y dedos alejados de objetos en moviminto.

5. se aleje de la mezclaora mientras ésta, este trabajando!NUNCA

6. inspeccione la banda antes de encender la mezcladora.SIEMPRE

Asegure que la máquina este apagada y el alambre de la bujía
este desconectado antes de empezar a limpiar la mezcladora.

NO

estar en una área que tenga apropiada ventilación.

SIEMPRE

ponerle gasolina o aceite.

SIEMPRE

encender la máquina.

Asegúrese que el cable de corriente esté de empezar a limpiar
la mezcladora.
Este motor elétrico está

alterna 115 voltios

SIEMPRE

como muestra el diagrama abajo:

MÁQUINAS DE GASOLINA

encienda la mezcladora en una área cerrada; es necesario

apague la máquina y permita que se enfrie antes de

revise la gasolina, aceite, y el filtro del air antes de

MOTOR ELÉCTRICO

de .

use el tamaño de extensiones de alambre indicado

Alambre

Numéro 12

50 pies

(15.24 metros)

solamente capacitado para corriente

TAMAÑO DE EXTENSIÓN

Alambre

Numéro 10

75 pies

(22.86 metros)

Alambre

Numéro 8

100 pies

(30.48 metros)

Alambre

Numéro 6

200 pies

(60.96 metros)

1. Lisez le manual d’ utilisation avant d’ utiliser le le malaxeur.

2. Seul un personnel qualifié peut être authorisé à se trouver à proximité
du malaxeur quand il est en opération.

3. Assurez vous que tous les dispositifs de sécurité sont en place avant
de mettre le malaxeur en marche.

4. Gardez les mains et doigts loin de toute piè en mouvement.

5. jamais le malaxeur sans surveillance quand il est en

NE LAISSEZ

opération.

6. toujours vérifier la courroie avant de mettre le malaxeur

VEUILLEZ

en marche.

Assurez vous que le moteur est arrêté et que le fil de la bougie est
débranché avant de nettoyer le malaxeur.

N’ UTILISEZ

de travailler dans un endroit avec une bonne aération.

VEUILLEZ

marche.

VÉRIFIEZ

air avant de mettre le moteur en marche.

Assures vous toujours que le cable a été débranché de la prise de
courant avant de nettoyer le malaxeur.

Ce moteur électrique à été conçu pour opération à 115 volts seulement.

Il faut toujours utiliser une rallonge de taille appropriée, veuillez s’il vous
référer au diagramme suivant:

Numéro 12

50 pieds

(15.24 métres)

MOTEUR À ESSENCE

pas le malaxeur dans un endroit fermé, il est nécessaire

toujours vé la courroie avant de mettre le malaxeur en

toujours le niveau d’essence et d’huile ainsi que le filtre à

MOTEUR ÉLECTRIQUE

TAILLE DE LA RALLONGE

Cable

Cable

Numéro 10

50 pieds

(15.24 métres)

Cable

Numéro 8

50 pieds

(15.24 métres)

Cable

Numéro 6

50 pieds

(15.24 métres)

ELECTRIC

MOTOR
MOTOR

ELÉCTRICO

MOTEUR

ÉLECTRIQUE

REMOVE BOLT AND FILL
WITH EP. 90 GEAR OIL

REMOVER EL TORÑILLO Y
LLENAR CON ACEITE DE
ENGRNAJE EP. 90

ÔTEZ LE BOULON ET
REMPLISSEZ AVEC DE I’HUILE
EP. 90 À ENGRENAGES

CHECK DAILY
REVISAR DIARIO
VÉRIFIEZ QUOTIDIENNEMENT

P/N DCL250

ELECTRIC

MOTOR
MOTOR

ELÉCTRICO

MOTEUR

ÉLECTRIQUE

NEVER! OPERATE MIXER WITH

V-BELT COVER REMOVED.

NUNCA! MANEJE LA MEZCLADORA
SIN LA COBERTURA DE BANDA-V
REMOVIDA.

N’ UTILISEZ! JAMAIS LE MALAXEUR
SANS LE COUVERCLE DE LA COURROIE.

DCL250

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MIX N' GO MIXER — SPECIFICATIONS

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