Multiquip PSH User Manual

OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

PORTO-SCREED

MODEL PSH

EXPORT VERSION

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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© COPYRIGHT 2004, MULTIQUIP INC.

Revision #1 (03/17/04)

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP

HANOVER MILL

FITZROY STREET
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE

Atlanta • Boise • Newark • Quebec, Canada

Manchester, UK • Rio de Janeiro, BR • Puebla, MX

LANCASHIRE, OL7 OTL
UNITED KINGDOM
PH. 0161-339-2223
FAX. [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail]
www.stowmfg.com

P/N 36505

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STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP

HANOVER MILL

FITZROY STREET
ASHTON-UNDER-LYNE
LANCASHIRE, OL7 OTL
UNITED KINGDOM
PH. 0161-339-2223
FAX. [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail]
www.stowmfg.com

PORTO-SCREED PSH— TABLE OF CONTENTS

STOW — PORTO-SCREED PSH

Help and Technical Assistance.................................. 3

Table of Contents/Introduction .................................. 4

Parts Ordering Procedures U.K. & Europe................ 5

Parts Ordering Procedures U.S. ............................... 6

Specifications (PSH) ................................................. 5

Specifications (Engine) ............................................. 6

Safety Message Alert Symbols..............................7-8

Rules For Safe Operation ....................................9-10

Operation And Safety Decals.................................. 11

Introduction/Intended Use ...................................... 12

Assembly................................................................. 13

Controls and Components ...................................... 13

Basic Engine ........................................................... 14

Pre-Inspection......................................................... 15

Initial Start-Up ....................................................16-17

Operation ................................................................ 18

Maintenance ........................................................... 19

Troubleshooting (Engine) ........................................ 20

Suggested Spare Parts........................................... 2 1

Nameplate and Decals.......................................22-23

Assembly............................................................24-25

Terms and Conditions of Sale — Parts...................26

NOTE

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Specifications and part
numbers are subject to
change without notice.

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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SPECIFICATIONS (PSH)

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1. Sound pressure is a weighted measure. It is measured at
the operator's ear position while the walk-behind PSH is
operating at full throttle on concrete in a manner most often
experienced in “

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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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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINE)

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PORTO-SCREED PSH— 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 STOW PORTO-SCREED. For engine
maintenance information, please refer to the engine
manufacturers instructions for data relative to its safe
operation.

Before using this Porto-Screed, ensure that the
operating individual has read, understands, and
complies with 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.

DANGERDANGER

DANGER

DANGERDANGER

You WILL be
if you DO NOT follow these directions.

WARNINGWARNING

WARNING

WARNINGWARNING

You CAN be KILLED or
you DO NOT follow these directions.

CAUTICAUTI

CAUTION

CAUTICAUTI

You CAN be
these directions.

Potential hazards associated with PORTO-SCREED operation
will be referenced with
throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction
with Safety

Message Alert Symbols

KILLED

INJURED

if you DO NOT f ollo w

Hazard Symbols

or

SERIOUSLY INJURED

SERIOUSLY INJURED

which appear

.

if

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
and

clothing

prevent injury.

away from all moving parts to

fingers, hands, hair

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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

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 PSH, other property, or the
surrounding environment.

The "NOTE" symbol will be used

NOTE

whenever important or special
information should be referenced.

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PORTO-SCREED PSH — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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

■

ALWAYS read, understand, and follow
procedures in Operator’s Manual before
attempting to operate or service this
equipment. Make sure the operating
instructions are available and accessible
to the operator.

■

This equipment should not be operated by persons under the
minimum statutory age limit.

■

NEVER use this machine for any purpose other than those
described in this manual.

■

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

PORTO-SCREED.

■

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

■

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

■

ALWAYS check the PSH for loosened nuts or bolts before
starting

■

NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler
or cylinder. Allo w these parts to cool before
servicing the PSH.

■

High Temperatures – Allow the engine to
cool before adding fuel or performing service
and maintenance functions. Contact with
components can cause serious burns.

■

The engine of this PSH requires an adequate free flow of
cooling air. NEVER operate the PSH in any enclosed or narro w
area where free flow of
the air is restricted. If
the air flow is restricted
it will cause serious
damage to the engine
and may cause injury
to people. Remember
the engine gives off

DEADLY

monoxide gas.

hot!

carbon

■

■

■

Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized equipment
modification will void all warranties. Any modification which
could lead to a change in the original characteristics of the
machine should be made only by the manufacturer who shall
confirm that the machine is in conformity with appropriate
safety regulations.

■

ALWAYS wear proper
protection equipment when operating the PSH.

respiratory

(mask),

hearing

and

eye

■

■

■

■

■

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

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

bodily

harm or even death.

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

NEVER

Fire or explosion could result from

vapors

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

ALWAYS close the fuel shut-off valve bef ore refueling.
NEVER use engine fuel as a cleaning agent.

smoke

, or if fuel is spilled on a

around or near the machine.

hot!

fuel

engine.

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