allen MP245 Guide

SAFETY &
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Manual Part #: 075766 | Revision: C
Language: English | Original Instructions
RIDING TROWEL
MP245

This manual, or a copy of it, must be kept with the machine at all times.
There is a manual storage container located on the machine for your
convenience.

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Safety and Operations MANUAL
This manual covers the Riding Trowel model listed below:
Part No. Description
073490 RIDER, MP245X
RIDING TROWEL
Copyright © 2021 Allen Engineering Corporation
All rights reserved
All information, specifications, and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without notice and
are based on the latest information at the time of publication. No part of this manual may be repro-
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the express written permission of Allen Engineering Corporation (AEC). AEC assumes no responsibility
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Table of Contents
Sect No. Title Page
General Information .........................................................................................4
Limited Warranty.....................................................................................................................6
Information Contained in this Manual ......................................................................................7
Dealer Information...................................................................................................................8
Ordering Parts.........................................................................................................................9
Model Number / Serial Number Codes.....................................................................................10
Unit Identication ....................................................................................................................11
Technical Specications ..........................................................................................................12
Machine Dimensions...............................................................................................................13
Engine Breakdown ..................................................................................................................14
CE Declaration ........................................................................................................................15
Sound & Vibration Testing........................................................................................................16
1 SAFETY..............................................................................................................17
Federal / State Warning Regulations ........................................................................................18
Manual Tag Safety Detail.........................................................................................................19
Spark Arrestor Notice ..............................................................................................................20
Operating Safety .....................................................................................................................21
Engine Safety..........................................................................................................................22
Service Safety .........................................................................................................................23
Lifting Safety...........................................................................................................................24
Transportation Safety ..............................................................................................................26
Pan Installation, Lifting Bridal ..................................................................................................28
Pan Installation, Dolly Jacks ....................................................................................................29
2 OPERATION........................................................................................................30
Introduction to MP245.............................................................................................................31
Start-up Procedure..................................................................................................................32
Trowel Operation - Operator Controls .....................................................................................33
Trowel Operation .....................................................................................................................34

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Table of Contents Continued
Sect No. Title Page
3 SERVICE ............................................................................................................37
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................38
Periodic Maintenance Schedule...............................................................................................40
Filter Replacement ..................................................................................................................41
Gearbox Maintenance..............................................................................................................42
Driveline Maintenance.............................................................................................................43
Drive Belt Maintenance ...........................................................................................................44
Lift Lever Adjustment ..............................................................................................................48
Transporting the Trowel ...........................................................................................................50
Battery - Jump Start................................................................................................................52
Retardant System - Winterizing ...............................................................................................54
Cleaning Procedure .................................................................................................................56
Accessories.............................................................................................................................57
Parts Manual...........................................................................................................................58
Revision Detail ........................................................................................................................59

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Limited Warranty
Allen Engineering Corporation (“Allen”) warrants its products to be free of defects in material or workmanship for:
TWO YEARS FROM END USER’S DATE OF PURCHASE
Warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the End User of the product. All warranty is based on the following limited
warranty terms and conditions, including the disclaimer of implied warranties and consequential damages.
1. Allen’s obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing parts if, after Allen’s inspection, there is
determined to be a defect in material or workmanship. Allen reserves the choice to repair or replace.
2. If Allen chooses to replace the part, it will be at no cost to the customer and will be made available to the Allen Distributor,
Dealer, or Rental Center from whom the End User purchased the product.
3. Replacement or repair parts, installed in the product, are warranted only for the remainder of warranty period of the product
as though they were the original parts.
4. Allen does not warranty engines or batteries. Engine warranty claims should be made directly to an authorized factory ser-
vice center for the particular engine manufacturer. Batteries are not warranted due to unknown treatment during transport,
etc, and any battery claims should be directed to the battery manufacturer.
5. Allen’s warranty does not cover the normal maintenance of products or its components (such as engine tuneups and oil &
lter changes). The warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear items (such as belts and consumables).
6. Allen’s warranty will be void if it is determined that the defect resulted from operator abuse, failure to perform normal main-
tenance on the product, modication to product, alterations or repairs made to the product without the written approval of
Allen. Allen specically excludes from warranty any damage to any trowels resulting from an impact to the rotors.
7. Impact damage to gear boxes is not covered under the Allen warranty and is deemed customer abuse.
8. Allen will pay shop labor on warranty items at the Allen Shop Labor Rate in existence on the date of the warranty claim.An Al-
len labor chart will determine the time allowed to complete a repair and will govern the shop labor hours that will be allowed.
9. Allen will pay freight on warranty replacement parts at worldwide standard ground rates. No warranty replacement parts will
be shipped air freight at the expense of Allen. Allen only pays outbound freight charges when sending warranty replacement
parts to the customer via ground service. Allen does not pay any inbound freight. However, if Allen determines this to be a
warranted item, only then will Allen reimburse the customer for inbound freight at standard ground rates.
10. ALLEN ENGINEERING CORPORATION’S WARRANTY POLICY WILL NOT COVER THE FOLLOWING: TAXES; SHOP SUPPLIES; EN-
VIRONMENTAL SURCHARGES; AIR FREIGHT; TRAVEL TIME; LOSS OF TIME; INCONVENIENCE; LOSS OF RENTAL REVENUE;
RENTAL COSTS OF EQUIPMENT USED TO REPLACE THE PRODUCT BEING REPAIRED; LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT; COM-
MERCIAL LOSS; OR ANY OTHER CHARGES WHATSOEVER OR ANY LIABILITIES FOR DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE OR DELAY.
11. ALLEN ENGINEERING CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN
LIEU OF THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND
THE DESCRIPTION ON THIS DOCUMENT.
12. No Allen employee or representative is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty unless
such change is made in writing and signed by an ofcer of Allen Engineering Corporation.

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Information Contained in this Manual
This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the Allen Machine.
For your own safety and protection from personal injury, carefully read, understand, and observe the
safety instructions described in this manual. Keep this manual or a copy of it with the machine at all
times.
Always operate this machine in accordance with the instructions described in this manual. A well
maintained piece of equipment will provide many years of trouble free operation.
This manual is divided into the following sections:
Complete any warranty requirements as specified by the engine manufacturer in their instructions
found inside the manual box located on the left side of the machine on the seat frame.
Your engine and clutch are not manufactured by Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc, and therefore is
not covered under Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc warranty.
Your engine manufacturer should be contacted if you wish to purchase a parts manual or a repair
manual for your engine.
Refer to enclosed Owner’s engine manual for complete O&M instructions. See your battery
manufacturer for battery warranty.
SECTION 1
SAFETY
SECTION 2
OPERATIONS
SECTION 3
SERVICE

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Dealer Information
Your Dealer has Allen Engineering Corporation trained mechanics and original Allen replacement parts.
Always contact the Allen Dealer who sold you this machine for Allen Certified repairs and replacement
parts.
Place Allen Dealer information below for future reference.
Dealer Name:
Phone #: ( ) - -
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Salesman: Mobile Phone:
Additional Comments:

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Ordering Parts
The Parts and Decals manual contains illustrated parts lists for help in ordering replacement parts
for your machine. Follow the instructions below when ordering parts to insure prompt and accurate
delivery:
1. All orders for service parts must include the serial number for the machine. Shipment will be
delayed if this information is not available.
2. Include correct description and part number from the PARTS & DECALS manual.
3. Specify exact shipping instructions, including the preferred routing and complete destination
address.
4. DO NOT return parts to AEC without receiving written authorization from AEC. All authorized
returns must be shipped pre-paid.
5. When placing an order, please contact the AEC dealer nearest you.
ALL INFORMATION, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ILLUSTRATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE
SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ARE BASED ON THE LATEST
INFORMATION AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.

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Model Number / Serial Number Codes
Serial Number
The serial number found on the identification plate is a ten digit format. The model number
identifies your machine and will ensure that you receive the correct replacement parts.
245 0213001
Production Sequence
Model Number
MP 245
MODEL
Year Manufactured
Month Manufactured
Series/Model
SERIES
Manufacturer’s Codes:
When ordering parts or requesting service information, you will always be asked to specify the model
and serial numbers of the machine. The legends below specifically defines each significant character
or group of characters of the Model Number and Serial Number codes.

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Unit Identication
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date Purchased:
Purchased From:
Unit Identification Plate Location:
An identification plate listing the model number and the serial number is attached to each unit and is
located on the front side of the mainframe. The serial number and model number location are shown
below. This plate should not be removed at any time.
Please record the information found on this plate below so it will be available should the identification
plate become lost or damaged. When ordering parts or requesting service information, you will always
be asked to specify the model and serial numbers of the machine.
FILL IN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Technical Specications
Measurements in this manual are in U.S. units and their customary metric units (i.e., metric units
contained within brackets [cm]). The machine RIGHT-HAND and LEFT-HAND sides are determined by
sitting on machine (SOM) facing in the direction the machine will travel when going forward.
Machine Features:
• Dimensions - NOL (L x W x H) inch [cm] ...................................................77.5 x 40.5 x 56.3
• (guard rings/top of seat).......................................................................[196.9 x 103 x 143]
• Weight lb [kg] ............................................................................................................860 [390]
• Panning Path Width inch [cm].....................................................................................74 [188]
• Two Rotors (Diameter) inch [cm]...............................................................................36 [91.4]
• Maximum Rotor Speed (RPM)...........................................................................................185
• Finish Blade (8) inch [cm] ..............................................................................6 x 14[15x35.5]
• Gearbox (2)............................................................................................Standard Duty (STD)
• Welded Guard Ring .................................................................................................. Standard
• Flip-Up Seat Frame................................................................................................... Standard
• Operator Control Panel............................................................................................. Standard
• Powered Retardant Spray System ........................................................................... Standard
• Spray System Capacity gal [L].....................................................................................7 [26.5]
• Steering System............................................................................................................ Power
• Gearbox Rotation...................................................................................................... Standard
• Battery.............................................................................................................................. 12 V
• Safety Shutdown Switch ................................................................................... Operator Seat
• Fuel Capacity gal [L] ....................................................................................................7[26.5]
• Run Time (Approximate) hr ................................................................................................2.5
• Transmission Type.................................................... Continual Variable Transmission (CVT)
• Drive Belt Type ........................................................................................ Kevlar Cogged Vee
• Hour Meter Type............................................................................................Digital Read-out

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Machine Dimensions
77.5 40.5
56.3

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Engine Breakdown
Engine Information
The MP245X riding trowel is equipped with a 22 HP Honda gasoline engine. Refer to the applicable
engine OEM Owner’s manual for specific instructions regarding engine operation. This manual is
included with the riding trowel at the time of shipping from AEC.
Engine Features:
Model Number: .......................................................................................................................... IGX700
Fuel Type.................................................................................................................................. Gasoline
Net Power @3600 RPM hp (kW)........................................................................................... 22.1 (16.5)
Displacement cu in (cc) ....................................................................................................... 41.97 (688)
Bore in (mm) ........................................................................................................................... 3.07 (78)
Stroke in (mm)......................................................................................................................... 2.83 (72)
Net Torque @ 2500 RPM lbs ft (Nm) ....................................................................................35.6 (48.3)
Compression Ratio......................................................................................................................... 9.3:1
Dry Weight lbs (kg) ............................................................................................................. 103.8 (47.1)
Oil Capacity U.S. quarts (L) ....................................................................................................... 2.0 (1.9)
Lubrication ........................................................................................................................ Full pressure
Dimensions L x W x H in.............................................................................................. 16.9 x 19 x 17.2
Engine Oil
• Change the type of engine oil according to the ambient temperature. See the figure below.
• When using oil of different brands from the previous one, be sure to drain all the previous oil before
adding the new engine oil.
Recommended oil: SAE 10W-30

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CE Declaration
PENDING CE DECLARATION AT THIS TIME.

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Sound Pressure Level Information:
Sound pressure is “A” weighted . Measured at the operators ear position while the ride-on trowel is
operating at full throttle on concrete in a manner most often experienced in “normal ” circumstances.
Sound pressure may vary depending upon the condition of the concrete. Hearing protection is always
recommended.
Vibration Level Information:
The vibration level indicated is the average value obtained at the handle grips and the seat while
operating the ride-on trowel on hard concrete in a manner most often experienced in “normal”
circumstances. Values were obtained from all three axes of motion. The values shown represent the
AVERAGE value from these measurements.
Sound & Vibration Testing
Summary Data Of Sound And Vibration Testing for CE
Marking
Test
Machine
Engine
Type
Sound
Level (db)
Seat
Vibration
(m/s2)
Right Hand
Vibration
(m/s2)
Left Hand
Vibration
(m/s2)
MP245X Honda
22 hp
This information was acquired from sound and vibration analysis tests conducted at
Allen Engineering Corporation test facilities.

SECTION 1
SAFETY
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SECTION 1: SAFETY

SECTION 1
SAFETY
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Federal / State Warning Regulations
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Gasoline engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
RESPIRATORY HAZARDS
Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and
other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes con-
taining chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or
illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
SILICOSIS WARNING
Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and
other materials with silica in their composition may give off
dust or mists containing crystalline silica.

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SAFETY
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Manual Tag Safety Detail
Safety-Alert Signs
This manual contains Safety-Alert Signs, as defined below, which must be followed to reduce the
possibility of improper service damage to the equipment or personal injury. Read and follow all Safety-
Alert Signs included in this manual.
NOTE defines an operating procedure, condition, etc. which is essential to
highlight that contains useful or important information.
EMERGENCY is used for the identification of safety equipment, first aid, or
emergency egress locations.
NOTICE used to convey safety information on labels and signs.
CAUTION is indicative of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING Indicative of a potentially hazardous situations that could result in
death or serious injury
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

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Spark Arrestor Notice
Some states require that in certain locations arrestors be used on internal combustion engines. A spark
arrester is a device designed to prevent the discharge of spark or flames from the engine exhaust. It
is often required when operating equipment on forested land to prevent the risk of fires. Consult the
engine distributor or local authorities and make sure that you comply with regulations regarding spark
arrestors.
Potential hazards associated with the operation
of this equipment will be referenced with
hazard symbols which may appear throughout
this manual in conjunction with safety notes.