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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL
PORTO-SCREED
MODEL PSH
MODEL #
SERIAL #
Revision #1 (01/20/04)US
STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
PARTS DEPARTMENT:
A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC.
800-427-1244
POST OFFICE BOX 6254 FAX: 800-672-7877
CARSON, CA 90749
SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:
310-537-3700 • 888-252-STOW [888-252-7869]
800-478-1244
FAX: 310-537-1986 FAX: 800-556-1986
FAX: 310-631-5
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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: 800-672-7877 or 310-637-3284 SERVICE DEPARTMENT 800-421-1244 FAX: 310- 537-4259 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 800-478-1244 FAX: 310- 631-5032 WARRANTY DEPARTMENT 888-661-4279, or 310-661-4279 FAX: 310- 537-1173
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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 .........
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SPECIFICATIONS (PSH) A C B Figure 1. PORTO-SCREED PSH Dimensions Table 1. PORTO-SCREED PSH Trowel Specifications H) eight 28.0 in. ( 711 mm. W) idth (Less screeding beams) 24 in. (610 mm. L) ength 61 in. (1,550 mm. 2 Hs and/Arm Vibration 13.4 m/ Sb ound Pressure (A-Weighted) 94 d EM ccentric Speed 3000-4500 RP EM ngagement Speed 2400 RP 273 lbs. (1215 N) @ 3000 RPM Centrifugal Force 615 lbs. (2737 N) @ 4500 RPM Maximum Screeding 16 Ft. (For One machine) P) ath Width 24 in. (61
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINE) Table 2. Engine Specifications Model HONDA GX120K1QX2 Type 4-stroke, Overhead valve, Single Cylinder 2.4 in. X 1.7 in. Bore X Stroke (60 mm x 42 mm) D) isplacement 7.3 cu. in. (119 cc Max Output 3.9 H.P. at 3,600 R.P.M. Engine Fuel Tank Capacity Approx. 0.66 U.S. Gallons (2.5 Liters) Standard Idle Speed 1,400 +200/-150 R.P.M. Fe uel Unleaded Gasolin Lube Oil Capacity 0..59 U.S. Quarts (0.56 Liters) Speed Control Method Centrifugal Fly-weight Type St tart
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating Lethal Exhaust Gases this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous yourself and others. carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. NEVER operate this equipment in a confin
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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. PAGE 8 — STOW PORTO-SCREED — OPERATION & PA
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine. CAUTION ■ NEVER operate the PSH under the influence or drugs or alcohol. Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated ■ ALWAYS check the PSH for loosened nuts or bolts before by trained and qualified personnel only! This equipment is starting for industr
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Maintenance Safety ■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read. ■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running ■ NEVER Run engine without air filter. Severe engine damage machine. may occur. Service air filter frequently to prevent carburetor ■ ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool malfunction. before servicing. ■ AVOID wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing
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C R O E D PORTO-SCREED PSH— OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS The PORTO-SCREED walk-behind PSH is equipped with a number of operation and safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. WARNING To avoid injury, A you MUST read and understand BELT DRIVE CLOCKWISE operator’s manual “BELT DRIVE” before using this machine. This machine to be op
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— INTRODUCTION INTENDED USE Operate the PSH Porto-Screed and components in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Any use other than for stated operation is considered contrary to designated use. The risk of such use lies entirely with the user. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages as a result of misuse. INTRODUCTION The STOW MODEL PSH PORTO-SCREED is designed for vibration screeding concrete. Vibration screeding with the STOW Porto-screed is the ideal
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS WARNING Whenever assembling, lubricating or adjusting any part of the screed, make certain the engine is stopped with the spark plug wire disconnected and secured away from contact with the spark plug. 1. Handle Assembly – Gather all handle parts shown in the illustration below. Place them in front of the machine (side farthest from the engine). See Figure 4. Figure 5. Controls and Components Figures 5 shows the location of the basic c
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— BASIC ENGINE Figure 6. Engine Controls and Components INITIAL SERVICING 6. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in The engine (Figure 6) must be checked for proper lubrication and cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturer's engine mixture. manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. The 7. Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering engine shown above
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PORTO-SCREED PSH— PRE-INSPECTION PRE-INSPECTION Reference manufacturer engine NOTE manual for specific servicing CAUTION instructions. NEVER operate the PSH in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air. ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the PSH. Before Starting Figure 8. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level) 1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual. 2. Clean the PSH, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engi
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — INITIAL START-UP INITIAL START-UP Lifting and Moving the PSH Even though the PSH is lightweight, always use two people when lifting or moving the PSH. This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-up of the PSH. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the PSH in the field. DO NOT attempt to operate the PSH until the Safety, General Information and Inspection Figure 11. Engine Choke Lever sections of this
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — INITIAL START-UP 6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 14) and slowly pull it out. The Stopping The Engine resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre- 1. Move the throttle lever to the IDLE or SLOW position (Figure sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly 15) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed. and smoothly for starting. 2. After the engine cools, turn the engine start/stop switch to the “OFF” position (Figure 16). Figure
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TRAVEL PORTO-SCREED PSH — OPERATION OPERATION 4. Start the engine as previously described. Refer to the Engine Manual Starting Instructions for complete starting 1. Place the machine on the screeding beams (Items B, instructions of the engine. Allow the engine to warm up 1-2 Figure 18) and install the clamping studs (Items A). minutes before operating. The throttle lever should be set to permit the engine to warm up WITHOUT engaging the centrifugal clutch and causing the machine to vibrate and
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE C B A See the engine manual supplied with your machine for appropriate engine maintenance schedule and troubleshooting guide for problems. E D CAUTION ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before servicing. NEVER attempt any maintenance work on a hot! engine. WARNING Whenever assembling, lubricating, cleaning or adjusting any part of the screed, make certain the engine is stopped with the spark plug wire disconnected and secured away from contact Figure 19.
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PORTO-SCREED PSH — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) TABLE 4. TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) SE YMPTOM PN OSSIBLE CAUS SOLUTIO Check gap, insulation or Spark plug bridging? replace spark plug. Carbon deposit on spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug. Difficult to start, "fuel is available, but no SPARK at spark plug". Short circuit due to deficient spark plug Check spark plug insulation, insulation? replace if worn. I. mproper spark plug gap? Set to proper gap Check switch wiring, replace ON/OFF switch is sh
