Kushlan Products KPT 36/48 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
1. Before starting operation, the operator has to check that all control and safety devices function properly.
2. Always keep unauthorized, inexperienced, untrained people away from this machine.
3. Rotating and moving parts will cause injury if contacted. Make sure guards are in place. Keep hands and feet away
from moving parts.
4. The engine must always be stopped before attempting any repair or adjustments. Ignition switch should be off.
5. To avoid slipping and loss of control when starting the trowel, the operator should maintain good footing. It is
recommended that the operator wear safety shoes for added protection.
6. Be careful when working around pipes or ducts protruding from the floor or slab edges. If the trowel blades hit such
obstacles, damage to the machine or possible operator injury may result.
7. When starting the machine, do not exceed 1/3 throttle position. A higher setting may cause the Centrifugal clutch to
engage and the handle to rotate.
8. Be careful not to come in contact with the muffler when the engine is hot, serious burns may result!
9. Over time, the blades will form a sharp edge. Be careful when handling the old blades.
10. Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, and keep
other flames and sparks away.
11. Do not fill the fuel tank completely. After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
12. Before beginning your preoperational checks, be sure the engine is level and the engine switch is in the OFF. The max.
gradient of 20° must not be exceeded when the engine working.
13. Don’t allow children to operate the engine. Keep children and pets away from the area of operation.
14. After each use your machine should be cleaned to remove any dust and debris from the undercarriage and
surrounding components.
15. When the machine start working you should be check the clutch whether or not wear and tear. If the clutch will have
3/4 worn and torn, you must change new clutch-ring.
16. Check that all shields and covers are in place, and all nuts, bolts, and screw are tightened when the machine working.
Make sure put the cable while the machine working.
MAINTENANCE R E C O R D
Due to the nature and environment of use, Walk-behind Power Trowels could be exposed to severe operating
conditions. Some general maintenance guidelines will extend the useful life of your trowel.
1. The initial service for your trowel should be performed after 25 hours of use, at which time your mechanic
(or authorized repair shop) should complete all of the recommended checks in the schedule below. The chart is handy
for keeping a record of the maintenance performed and the parts used for servicing your trowel.
2. Regular service according to the schedule below will prolong the life of the Walk-behind Power Trowel and prevent
expensive repairs.
3. Keeping your Walk-behind Power Trowel clean and free from debris is the single most important regular maintenance
operation, over and above the checks in the service schedule above, that can be performed. After each use your Walk
behind Power Trowel should be cleaned to remove any dust and debris from the undercarriage and surrounding
components. Use of a power washer will make clean up quick and easy, especially if a non-stick coating was applied
prior to use.
4. In the Service Schedule below, items that should be checked, replaced or adjusted are indicated by "o" in the appropriate
column. Not all Walk-behind Power Trowel models include the same features and options and as such not all service
operations may have to be performed. For ease of recording place a checkmark (√) through the "o" when the item is
complete. If an item is not required or not complete place an "×" through the "x" in the box.
CAUTIONS! Over time, if the blades will have 3/4 worn and torn, you must change new trowel blades.