M4611(RP) 46 Inch Marshalltown Power Trowels Instruction Manual

M4611(RP) 46 Inch Marshalltown Power Trowels

Specifications

• Product: MARSHALLTOWN Power Trowel
• Models: M4611(RP), M469(RP), M365E(RP), M365(RP), M369(RP)
• Rotor Sizes: 36 and 46 inches
• Engine Sizes: 160-260cc (36-inch), 270-330cc (both sizes), 340-450cc (46-inch)
• Manufacturer: MARSHALLTOWN

Safety Precautions
Before operating the MARSHALLTOWN Power Trowel, it is crucial to follow safety precautions to prevent accidents and ensure user safety. Some key safety guidelines include:

• Read and understand all safety and operating instructions in the manual.
• Ensure all operators have read the manual before using the equipment.
• Only operate the equipment if you are responsible and instructed to do so.

Engine Operation and Maintenance
The engine manual supplied with the power trowel provides essential information for engine adjustments, operation, and maintenance. If you have any questions regarding engine operation or service, contact the nearest engine repair facility or the engine manufacturer.

MARSHALLTOWN POWER TROWELS
Includes Models M4611(RP), M469(RP), M365E(RP), M365(RP), M369(RP)

104 S. 8th Ave. | Marshalltown, IA
Phone 800-888-0127 / 641-753-0127 | Fax 800-477-6341 / 641-753-6341 www.MARSHALLTOWN.com
WS1987revA

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a MARSHALLTOWN Power Trowel. MARSHALLTOWN prides itself in producing the highest quality trowels for the professional and has applied the same research, design, and production principles to these walk-behind power trowels.
These powerful machines designed for finishing and floating come in 36″ and 46″ rotor sizes and are available with three different engine sizes. The 160-260cc engine is available on the 36″, the 270-330cc engine is available on both sizes, and the 340-450cc engine is available on the 46″.
This machine was built with user safety in mind, however, it can present hazards if improperly operated and serviced. Carefully read and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual. Ensure every operator reads this manual before operating the unit. The replacement of any part with anything other than the manufacturer’s authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability and safety of the product.
Be sure safety precautions are observed. Read and follow all safety and operating instructions in this operator’s manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes on or add improvements to its product at any time without prior notice or obligation. The manufacturer reserves the right to decide, upon its sole discretion and at any time, to discontinue this product.

Information regarding operation and maintenance of the engine can be found in a separate engine manual supplied with this trowel. The engine manual provides all the information required regarding engine adjustments, operation and maintenance. Should any questions arise concerning engine operation or service, contact the nearest engine repair facility or the engine manufacturer.
This manual covers all MARSHALLTOWN Power Trowel models and options. For technical questions or repair parts, please call MARSHALLTOWN customer service at 1-800-888-0127, 641-753-6341 or visit www.MARSHALLTOWN.com

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards.
• General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs.

CAUTION!
This notation appears before warnings in the text. It means that the step that follows must be carried out to avoid the possibility of personal injury or death. These warnings are intended to help the technician avoid any potential hazards encountered in the normal service procedures. We strongly recommend that the reader takes advantage of the information provided to prevent personal injury or injury to others.
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS ARE SUGGESTED TO HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS. A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED BY OBSERVING CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS. READ AND TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT TO HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS.

• EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY BY THOSE WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE AND INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
• CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Operation of this equipment and/or engine exhaust
• CAUTION! from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Read all operating and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine
• Equipment is only as safe as its operator. Give complete and undivided attention to the operation of the equipment.
• Keep inexperienced and unauthorized people away from equipment at all times
• Know how to stop the equipment instantly.
• Test all safety switches before every use.
• Always have all guards and safety devices attached and in place before operating equipment.
• NEVER Operate the power trowel with the blade access panel off or if the kill switch is not functioning properly
• Never reach into the guard ring while the trowel is running
• Never let go of the power trowel or walk away from it while it is running
• Always make sure engine is stopped with the switch in the “OFF” position before making any adjustments or putting hands or tools near the power trowel.
• Always make sure engine is in “OFF” position when servicing or not in use
• Keep the trowel in good condition. Loose or damaged parts are dangerous.
• Avoid loose clothing that could get caught in moving parts.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
• Always allow ample time for the power trowel to cool before making any adjustments
• Do not smoke while refueling the engine. Ensure the engine is in the “off” position and allow it to cool before refueling. Do not spill fuel.
• NEVER operate the power trowel in confined areas without ample ventilation.
• Keep all warning, caution and safety instruction labels in good condition. Replace missing, damaged or illegible labels.
• DO NOT OPERATE this power trowel under the influence of alcohol or while taking medication that impairs your reactions.
• Never sit or ride on the power trowel.
• Always properly secure machine before transporting
• Always follow recommended maintenance schedules
• Use factory authorized parts for replacement.
• Never try to lift unit by yourself.
• Wear safety glasses and hearing protection while operating the power trowel.
• Wear proper protective clothing while operating trowel, including eye, ear, and clothing.
• Clear the work area around the machine to prevent tripping or falling onto the power trowel.
• Do not operate the power trowel on extreme inclines.

SAFETY DECALS

If your safety and operating decals are damaged, they can be replaced by contacting Customer Service.

2-YEAR POWER TROWEL WARRANTY

• This product is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free of defects in material and workmanship, under normal
  use and servicing, for a period of 2 years from the purchase date, excluding the engine. Warranty on the engine is limited to the warranty extended by the engine manufacturer and any warranty claims related to the engine should be directed to the engine manufacturer.

• MARSHALLTOWN Company’s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of the product or covered part(s) at no charge delivered to you F.O.B standard ground rates from its designated facility if the product is determined upon inspection by

• MARSHALLTOWN Company to have been defective in materials or workmanship. MARSHALLTOWN Company’s warranty for replacement parts will extend for the duration of the original product warranty.

• This warranty will not apply when the product becomes damaged or inoperative due to misuse, abuse, normal wear and
  tear, neglect, improper maintenance, accident, or freight damage; if the product has not been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished in the Operator’s Manual; or when the product has been altered or modified without approval from MARSHALLTOWN Company.

• Under no circumstances shall MARSHALLTOWN Company be responsible or liable for any consequential, special, or punitive damages, pickup and delivery of the unit, inbound shipping charges to MARSHALLTOWN Company’s service facility, rental charges for a replacement unit, loss of income, or other loss resulting from the failure of the product to function properly because of a defect in material or workmanship covered under this warranty.

• There are no warranties which extend beyond the description of this warranty. No employee or agent of MARSHALLTOWN Company has the authority to modify this warranty.

• If you wish to make a warranty claim, contact Customer Service at 1-800-888-0127 for return authorization and instructions.

• THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS

• FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES. MARSHALLTOWN COMPANY’S TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF SUPPLYING AND THE USE OF THE EQUIPMENT, WHETHER BASED ON A CLAIM OF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE, SHALL

• NOT EXCEED THE COST PAID BY YOU FOR THE EQUIPMENT.

SPECIFICATIONS

PART #| STYLE| ENGINE CC| HANDLE STYLE| “A WIDTH IN

(MM)”

| “B   HEIGHT IN (MM)”| “C   LENGTH IN (MM)”| ROTOR RPM| WEIGHT LBS (KG)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
M4611| TROWEL| 340-450| KNOB STYLE| 46 (1168)| 41.64 (1058)| 81.13 (2061)| 50-130| 288
M469| TROWEL| 270-330| KNOB STYLE| 46 (1168)| 41.64 (1058)| 81.13 (2061)| 50-130| 274
M369| TROWEL| 270-330| KNOB STYLE| 36.94 (938)| 41.64 (1058)| 76.6 (1946)| 50-130| 257
M365| TROWEL| 160-260| KNOB STYLE| 36.94 (938)| 41.64 (1058)| 76.6 (1946)| 50-130| 219
M365E| EDGER| 160-260| KNOB STYLE| 35.06 (891)| 41.64 (1058)| 75.66 (1922)| 50-130| 216
M4611RP| TROWEL| 340-450| RAPID PITCH| 46 (1168)| 41.64 (1058)| 81.13 (2061)| 50-130| 294
M469RP| TROWEL| 270-330| RAPID PITCH| 46 (1168)| 41.64 (1058)| 81.13 (2061)| 50-130| 280
M369RP| TROWEL| 270-330| RAPID PITCH| 36.94 (938)| 41.64 (1058)| 76.6 (1946)| 50-130| 263
M365RP| TROWEL| 160-260| RAPID PITCH| 36.94 (938)| 41.64 (1058)| 76.6 (1946)| 50-130| 225
M365ERP| EDGER| 160-260| RAPID PITCH| 35.06 (891)| 41.64 (1058)| 75.66 (1922)| 50-130| 222

COMMON COMPONENTS

1. Handle tube
2. Handle bar
3. Handle bar adjustment
4.  Handle grip
5. Centrifugal safety switch
6. Throttle
7. Mounting for bicycle bottle holder
8. Pitch adjustment
9.  Engine
10. Recoil starter
11.  Air filter
12. Gas tank
13. On/Off switch
14. Fuel valve lever and choke
15. Belt guard
16. Gearbox
17. Guard Ring
18. Stabilizing ring (46” only)
19.  Blade access
20. panel
21. Blades
22. Trowel arm
23.  Thrust plate
24.  Lifting plate

ASSEMBLY

Attaching the handle to the machine
Place the spacers in the mounting flange and position the handle below the flange. Align the holes and insert the bolts through the bottom of the handle, through the spacers, and tighten the nuts on the top side to 35 ft-lbs.
(Figure 1)

Attaching the pitch cable to the cam lever
Find the pitch cable and insert the boss into the pitch bracket (Figure 2). Guide the cable around the pulley (Figure 3) and toward the cam lever (Figure 4). Place bolt through the rod end eye and the cam lever and tighten the nut to the bolt

PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS

The following steps should be taken prior to using the power trowel:

1. The operator must be familiar with the location and operation of all controls.
2. The unit ships with oil, but check the crankcase oil and fill the fuel tank before starting. Read and understand the engine manual supplied with this machine regarding adjustments, operation, and maintenance before operating this machine.
3. On serial numbers 9107 and higher, ensure gearbox oil level is visible in sight glass but below the engraved line (see photo). For units with serial number lower than 9107, remove sight glass and fill until oil reaches bottom of hole.
4. Check the fuel filter and inspect air filter
5.  Check both safety switches and electrical connections.
6. Check nuts and bolts to ensure nothing has loosened during shipping.

CONTROLS AND ACCESSORIES

Handles
The handle bar is adjusted by simply unscrewing the adjustment knob attached to the handle and moving the handle to the preferred height (Figure 11)

Throttle
Throttle should be in the furthest forward position before starting the trowel. Failure to do so will cause trowel blades to rotate upon starting. Once started pull throttle towards you to start/increase rotation of blades.

Centrifugal Safety Switch
The weight within the safety switch must be able to move freely without obstruction forward and backwards. Test the safety switch before every use. Failure to have a free moving or properly functioning switch will inhibit the switch from working as intended. Push the weight away from you so that it is closer to the engine before starting the trowel.

CONTROLS AND ACCESSORIES CONT.

Knob Pitching System
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the angle of the blades and turn them counterclockwise to decrease the angle of the blades.
Rapid Pitching System
Engage the release lever and pull the pitching lever towards you to increase the angle of the blades and push the lever away from you towards the front of the machine to decrease the angle of the blades.

Bottle Holder Mounting Pad
There are two tapped holes opposite of the centrifugal safety switch that will accept any standard bicycle bottle holder. This can be used to hold a spray bottle to wet the concrete as it sets-up.

Blade Access Panel
The access panel screw can be found on the right side of the panel. Loosened the screw and swing the panel to the left to easily access the blades. Close the panel and tighten the screw before running the machine.

FLOATING/FINISHING
MARSHALLTOWN trowels come with combination blades installed. These blades can be used to float and finish. Combination blades or a float pan can be used to float wet concrete to increase the flatness of the slab. Combination and finish blades can be used to finish the slab once the concrete starts to set up and the surface is ready to take a finish.

1. Place the trowel on the concrete and start the engine.
2. Slowly increase engine RPM by pulling the throttle lever towards you until the blades/pan start(s) to spin.
3. Adjust the speed to the desired rotation
4. If using blades, pitch the blades to the desired angle. If using a pan, the blades should be flat on the surface of the pan.
5. While slowly and gently pulling the machine backwards, push down on the handle to move the cage to the right and pull up on the handle to move the cage left.
6. Use caution around pipes, walls, obstacles and the edge of the forms. If you have and edger machine the cage on the machine will rotate while up against walls to help prevent damage.
7.  Use until the desired surface is obtained.

RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS

TECHNICAL DATA

MAINTENANCE

CHANGING THE BLADES

1. Using the pitch handle lay the blades flat on a very level surface.
2. Remove all bolts and lock washers that hold the blade on (2 for the 36″ and 3 for the 46″).
3. Remove the blade from under the arm.
4. Clean arms thoroughly of any debris.
5. Replace with a new blade. Be sure to replace the blades in the right orientation. Combination blades are to be installed with the larger portion of the blade on the right side of the arm when looking down at it.
6. Replace all bolts and lock washers.

ADJUSTING THE PITCHING ARMS

1. Place Power Trowel on level surface with blades lying flat.
2. Remove handle from the lower unit. Reference Page 9.
3. Locate the Pitch Adjustment Screws and Hex Jam Nuts on the Spider Assembly (Use Figure 22 above)
   • Once the Adjustment Screw and Hex Jam Nuts are located, loosen the jam nuts with a 9/16″ wrench.
   • While holding the thrust collar all the way up, lower all Adjustment Screws with a 3/8″ wrench so that none are touching the thrust collar.
   • Once the Screws are lowered, while holding the thrust collar all the way up, adjust the Pitch Adjustment Screws so that it just starts to touch the thrust collar. Then tighten Jam Nut back down against spider arm. Hold the Adjustment Screw with a 3/8″ wrench to ensure it does not move when tightening the Jam Nut.
   • Continue to adjust all Pitch Adjustment Screws and Jam Nuts so they are all touching the thrust collar.
4. Put Handle back on lower unit and reconnect all wires and cables. Reference Page 9.

GEARBOX (32739)

PARTS BREAKDOWN

36″ SPIDER ASSEMBLY (32748)

46″ SPIDER ASSEMBLY (32742)

**THRUST COLLAR ASSEMBLY (32750)**
ASSEMBLY DOES NOT INCLUDE #2

STABILIZER ASSEMBLY 46″ ONLY (32741)

FULL KNOB STYLE HANDLE ASSEMBLY (32740)

2-6, 9, 10,

15

| KNOB STYLE HANDLE END KIT| 28926| 1
R4341 & R4373| FULL KNOB STYLE HANDLE ASSEMBLY WITH UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY| R3888| 1

RAPID PITCH HANDLE TUBE ASSEMBLY
(32734 AND 32736 FOR 160-260CC ONLY)

If you need additional parts not shown in table call MARSHALLTOWN Product Solutions at 1-800-888-0127

36″ GUARD RING (32746) 46″ GUARD RING (32743)

36″ EDGER ROTATING RING (32747)

EDGER THRUST COLLAR ASSEMBLY (32751)**
ASSEMBLY DOES NOT INCLUDE #2 OR #3**

UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY (32744)

DRIVE ASSEMBLY

270-450CC ENGINES

160-260CC ENGINES

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE WON’T START:

1. Check safety switch. Weight pushed away from operator. Check for loose connections.
2. Check for sufficient fuel.
3. Check oil level. Engines have an “Oil Alert” feature, which prevents them from starting when the oil level is low.
4. Was engine choked when starting?
5. Is engine flooded?
6.  If engine still will not start, consult the engine owner’s manual or take it to an authorized servicecenter.

BLADES WON’T MOVE OR ARE SLOWER THAN NORMAL:

1.  Check the throttle cable to make sure it is allowing the engine throttle to move freely in its entire range of motion.
2. Check the v-belt. Replace if worn.
3. Check the clutch. Replace if needed.
4. Check the gear box.

MACHINE IS UNBALANCED

1. Check for excessively worn blades.

2. Check the pitch of the blades. Make sure all blades are pitched at the same angle. See “ADJUSTING
   THE PITCHING ARMS” section for more information.

3. Check the arms, arms bushing, thrust collar, and thrust collar bushings for damage or wear.

ENGINE KEEPS DYING

1. Check handle to make sure it is secured to the base tightly, otherwise the centrifugal safety switch might activate.
2. Check for sufficient fuel.

SAFETY SWITCH DOES NOT STOP ENGINE:

1. Check wire connection, damaged wire or if there is debris in the switch.

BLADES WON’T PITCH:

1.  Check to see the blades are installed correctly.
2. Check to see that the pitch cable is attached and intact.

104 S. 8th Ave., Marshalltown, IA
Phone 800-888-0127 / 641-753-0127
Fax 800-477-6341 / 64 1-753-6341
www.MARSHALLTOWN.com
WS1987revA

References

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