Bartell BXR836 User manual

375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
RIDE-ON TROWEL
Doc. # OI-N09203
Orig. Rel. - 05-2012
Curr. Rev. - 03
Rev. Date - 11/ 2014
BXR836

375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Never operate the machine in an
explosive atmosphere, near
combustible materials or where
ventilation does n
ot clear exhaust
fumes.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
Never come into contact with the
engine or muffler when engine is
operating or shortly after it is
turned off. Serious burns may
occur.
WARNING
ROTATING HAZARD
Never place hands or feet inside
safety guard rings. Serious injury
will result from contact with rotating
blades.
CAUTION
MOVING PARTS
Before starting the machine ensure
that all guards and safety devices
are in place and functioning
properly.
ATTENTION
READ OWNERS MANUAL
Read and understand operator's
manual before using this machine.
Failure to follow operating
instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
QUALITY ASSURANCE/MACHINE BREAK-IN.......................................................................................... 4
MAINTENANCE RECORD........................................................................................................................... 5
ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS ............................................................................................................... 6
FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................................ 8
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 8
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................... 8
1. BATTERY ................................................................................................................................................. 8
2. STEERING HANDLE ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................... 8
3. PITCH CONTROL ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 1) ............................................................................................ 8
4. SEAT ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................... 9
5. TRANSPORTER ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................. 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................... 9
1. STARTING PROCEDURES -WARM TEMPERATURES ........................................................................ 9
2. STARTING PROCEDURES -COLD TEMPERATURES ......................................................................... 9
3. STOPPING PROCEDURES..................................................................................................................... 9
4. STEERING (FIGURE 2) ........................................................................................................................... 9
5. FLOAT/TROWEL PITCH SETTING ....................................................................................................... 10
6. BLADE SYNCHRONIZATION (FIGURE 3) ............................................................................................ 10
7. TRANSPORTER USE ............................................................................................................................ 10
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................. 10
1. GENERAL............................................................................................................................................... 10
2. AIR CLEANER........................................................................................................................................ 10
3. SPARK PLUG......................................................................................................................................... 10
4. BELT CHANGE PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................. 11
5. BELT TENSIONING SPECIFICATION (FIGURE 4)............................................................................... 11
LUBRICATION ........................................................................................................................................... 11
1. ENGINE OIL ........................................................................................................................................... 11
2. SPIDER PLATE ...................................................................................................................................... 11
3. GEARBOX .............................................................................................................................................. 11
4. GEARBOX OIL CHANGE....................................................................................................................... 11
5. GREASE FITTINGS ............................................................................................................................... 11
TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMENT FIXTURE .................................................................................................12
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS AND PARTS LIST ............................................................................................ 13
1. CHASSIS ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 1)....................................................................................................... 14
CHASSIS PARTS LIST......................................................................................................................... 16
2. POWERPLANT ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 2) ............................................................................................. 17
POWERPANT PARTS LIST................................................................................................................. 18
3. DRIVE TRAIN ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 3)........................................................................... 19
DRIVE TRAIN PARTS LIST.................................................................................................................. 20
4. STEERING ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 4) .................................................................................................... 21
STEERING PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................................... 22
5. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY-LH (FIGURE 5)............................................................................................... 23
GEARBOX PARTS LIST....................................................................................................................... 24
6. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY-RH (FIGURE 6) .............................................................................................. 25
GEARBOX PARTS LIST....................................................................................................................... 26
7. PITCH CONTROL ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 7) ......................................................................................... 27
PITCH CONTROL PARTS LIST ........................................................................................................... 28
8. SPIDER PLATE ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 8) / PRESSURE PLATE ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 9) ................. 29
SPIDER PLATE ASSEMBLY / PRESSURE PLATE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST................................... 30
9. TROWEL BLADE ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 10) ........................................................................................ 31
TROWEL BLADE PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................ 32
10. TRANSPORTER ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 11)........................................................................................ 33
TRANSPORTER PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................. 34
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................... 35
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................................... 36
COMPANY INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................... 37
NOTES ....................................................................................................................................................... 38
ATTACHED…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 39
RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL WARRANTY……………………………………………………………………….39
SAMPLE OF CE CERTIFICATE…………………………………………………………………………………...41
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QUALITY ASSURANCE/MACHINE BREAK-IN ...................................................................................................
MAINTENANCE RECORD ......................................................................................................................................
ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS ...........................................................................................................................
FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................................................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................
1. BATTERY .............................................................................................................................................................
2. STEERING HANDLE ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................
3. PITCH CONTROL ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................
4. SEAT ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................................
5. TRANSPORTER ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................................................................
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................
1. STARTING PROCEDURES - WARM TEMPERATURES .....................................................................................
2. STARTING PROCEDURES - COLD TEMPERATURES ......................................................................................
3. STOPPING PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................
4. STEERING ...........................................................................................................................................................
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................................................
1. GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................
2. AIR CLEANER ......................................................................................................................................................
3. SPARK PLUG .......................................................................................................................................................
4. BELT CHANGE PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................................
5. BELT TENSIONING SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................
LUBRICATION .........................................................................................................................................................
1. ENGINE OIL .........................................................................................................................................................
2. SPIDER PLATE ....................................................................................................................................................
3. GEARBOX ............................................................................................................................................................
4. GEARBOX OIL .....................................................................................................................................................
5. GREASE FITTINGS .............................................................................................................................................
TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMENT FIXTURE ...............................................................................................................
1. ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE ..............................................................................................................................
2. TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMENT SCREW ..............................................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS AND PARTS LIST ...........................................................................................................
1. FRAMEWORK (DRAWING) .................................................................................................................................
2. POWER SYSTEM (DRAWING) ............................................................................................................................
3. DRIVING SYSTEM (DRAWING) ..........................................................................................................................
4. STEERING SYSTEM (DRAWING) .......................................................................................................................
5. BLADE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM (DRAWING)......................................................................................................
6. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY: RIGHT (DRAWING) ......................................................................................................
7. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY: LEFT (DRAWING) .........................................................................................................
8. WATER SPRAY SYSTEM (DRAWING) ................................................................................................................
9. FOOT THROTTLE KIT (DRAWING) .....................................................................................................................
10.. FRAMEWORK (PARTS LIST) ...........................................................................................................................
11. POWER SYSTEM (PARTS LIST) .......................................................................................................................
12. DRIVING SYSTEM (PARTS LIST) .....................................................................................................................
13. STEERING SYSTEM (PARTS LIST) ..................................................................................................................
14. BLADE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM (PARTS LIST) ................................................................................................
15. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY: RIGHT (PARTS LIST) ..................................................................................................
16. GEARBOX ASSEMBLY: LEFT (PARTS LIST) ....................................................................................................
17. WATER SPRAY SYSTEM (PARTS LIST)............................................................................................................
18. FOOT THROTTLE SYSTEM (PARTS LIST) ......................................................................................................
NOTES ......................................................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................................
COMPANY INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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QUALITY ASSURANCE / MACHINE BREAK IN
The Bartell Ride-on Trowel is the product of extensive engineering development designed
to give long life and unmatched performance. Once machines are fully assembled, a run-
in test is performed to ensure quality standards of the highest level. A series of
operational tests are conducted on concrete, incorporating a phase of operations at 1/2 to
3/4 throttle and a final run phase at full throttle for a minimum of 20 minutes.
You can help ensure that your Ride-on will perform at top levels by observing a simple
routing on first use. Consider that your new Ride-on Trowel is like a new car. Just as you
would break in a new car to the road or any new machine to the job, you should start
gradually and build up to full use. Learn what your machine can do and how it will
respond. Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for run-in times. Full throttle and
control may be used after this time period, as allowed by material. This will serve to
further break in the machine on your specific application, as well as provide you with
additional practice using the machine.
We thank you for the confidence you have placed in us by purchasing a Bartell Ride-on
Trowel and wish you many years of satisfied use.
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN
This Bartell ride-on power trowel has been assembled with care and will provide years of service. Preventative
maintenance and routine service are essential to the long life of your Bartell ride-on power trowel. Your dealer is
interested in your new trowel and has the desire to help you get the most value from it. After reading through this
manual thoroughly you will find that you can do some of the regular maintenance yourself. However, when in need
of parts or major service be sure to see your Bartell dealer. For your convenience we have provided this space to
record relevant data about your ride-on Trowel. When in need of parts or service be prepared to provide your
trowel serial number. Locate the serial number now and record in the space below.
Date Purchased:
Type of Machine:
Dealer Name: Model:
Dealer Phone: Serial Number:
REPLACEMENT PARTS USED MAINTENANCE LOG
PART NO. QUANTITY COST DATE DATE OPERATION
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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Routine Service
Intervals
Each
use
After 1.5
months
or
50 hrs
Each 3
months
or
100 hrs
Each 6
months
or
200 hrs
Each 9
months
or
300 hrs
Each 12
months
or
400 hrs
General Inspection:
Operation of lights Check o o o o o
Clean & Check o o o o
Recharge o o o o
Battery
Replace 2 yrs
Guards Check o o o o o o
Warning stickers Check o o o o o
Test run: Check operation o o o o o
Controls:
Dead-man switch operation Check o o o o o o
Throttle pedal operation Check o o o o o o
Check o o o o o o
Lubricate o o o o o
Steering linkages
Replace As req’d
Check o o o o o o
Pitch control levers
Lubricate
o o o o o
Joystick controls (N/A) Check o
Hydraulic system (N/A) Check levels o o o o
Check hoses o o o o
Replace hoses 2 yrs
Engine:
Check o o o o o
Fuel pipes & clamps
Replace
2 yrs
Check Level o o oooo
Engine oil
Change
o o o
Engine oil filter Replace o o
Oil cooler Clean o o o o
Cooling Fins Clean o o o o o
Check - clean o o o o o o
Air cleaner
Replace
o
Check o
Air Intake Line
Replace
2 yrs
Check tightness o o
Fan Belt
Replace
500 hrs
Valve clearance Check-adjust o o
Check & Clean o o o o
Fuel filter
Replace
o o
Fuel Tank Clean 500 hrs
Fuel Injection Nozzles Check pressure 500 hrs
Fuel Injection Timer Check 500 hrs
Injection Pump Check 500 hrs
Engine wiring Check o
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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Routine Service Intervals
-Continued -
Each
use
After 1.5
months
or
50 hrs
Each 3
months
or
100 hrs
Each 6
months
or
200 hrs
Each 9
months
or
300 hrs
Each 12
months
or
400 hrs
Drive Train:
Bearings Lubricate o o o o o o
Universal couplings Lubricate o o o o
Belt tension / Condition Check o o o o o o
Clutch / Pulley operation Check o o o o o o
Check o o o o o
LH spider plate assembly
Lubricate
o o o o o o
Check o o o o o
RH spider plate assembly
Lubricate
o o o o o o
Gearboxes:
Check Level o o o o o o
LH Gearbox oil
Change
o o
Check Level o o o o o o
RH Gearbox oil
Change
o o
Gearbox breathers Check operation o o o o
Retardant Spray System:
Water pump operation Check o o o o o o
Spray nozzles Clean
o
Retardant Fluid Check levels
o
Due to the nature and environment of use, power trowels are exposed to severe operating conditions.
Some general maintenance guidelines will extend the useful life of your trowel.
•The initial service for your power 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
above. The chart on page 6 (six) is handy for keeping a record of the maintenance performed and the parts
used for servicing your trowel.
•Regular service according to the schedule above will prolong the life of the power trowel and prevent
expensive repairs.
•Keeping your power trowel clean and free from concrete residue is the single most important regular
maintenance operation, over and above the checks in the service schedule above, that can be performed.
Components such as oil seals, belts, drive line parts and bearings are prone to premature wear from
exposure to concrete residue. Using a spray-on release agent on your power trowel before each use will
make clean-up after use easy and extend the time between replacement of most of the wearing components
of the machine.
•After each use your power trowel should be cleaned to remove any concrete residue from the undercarriage
and surrounding components. Use of a power washer will make clean up quick and easy, especially if a
release agent was applied prior to use.
•In the Service Schedule above, items that should be checked, replaced or adjusted are indicated by “o” in
the appropriate column. Not all 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 completed place an “x” through the “o” in the
box.
•For all fuel-line powered trowels the governed speed of the engine is 2000 to 3600 rpm. See engine
manufacturer’s manual for exact specifications. Care should be used when making any adjustments to the
power trowel not to change the governed speed. Increasing the governed speed of the engine may lead to
premature failure and void the manufacturer’s warranty.
•Failure to have your power trowel regularly serviced and properly maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions will lead to premature failure and void the warranty.
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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FOREWORD
It is important that the following be read carefully in
orde
r that the operational performance of the Bartell
RIDE-
ON Trowel be fully understood. Proper
maintenance procedures will ensure long life and top
performance of the unit.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•Always keep unauthorized, inexperienced, untrained
people away from this machine.
•
Rotating and moving parts will cause injury if
contacted. Make sure guards are in place. Keep
hands and feet away from moving parts.
•Fuel the machine only when the engine is stopped,
using all necessary safety precautions.
•The engine must
always be stopped before
attempting any repair or adjustments. Ignition key
should be off. Danger: Never operate the machine
in an explosive atmosphere, near combustible
materials or where ventilation does not clear
exhaust fumes. Repair fuel leaks immediately.
Refer to your engine owner’s manual for more
safety instructions.
•Be careful not to come in contact with the muffler
when the engine is hot, serious burns may result!
•Always operate the machine in a seated position to
maintain machine balance.
•The transporter is designed for moving the unit
around the job site only. It is not to be used for
towing the Ride-On unit off-site.
•
When starting the trowel, do not exceed the 1/4
throttle position as recommended. A higher setting
could cause the centrifugal clutch to engage, turning
the trowel blades.
•Be careful with the trowel around stub pipes or other
obstructions on the floor. Should the machine
catch, or hit such an obstruction, serious damage
may result to the machine, or operator may be
thrown from the machine.
•Excess surface water may result in sudden loss of
control of steering.
•Disconnect battery before attempting any electrical
maintenance.
•Ensure that the electrical dead-man switch, located
on the right hand steering lever is operating. Placing
your right hand on the steering lever will engage the
safety switch. Removing your hand from the Lever
will disengage the safety switch and stop the
engine. The engine will not start unless the safety
switch is depressed. This safety feature must be
used as designed.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Your new Bartell Ride-
On Trowel has been shipped to
you partially disassembled. To prepare for operation use
the following instructions:
1. BATTERY –SHIPPED DRY –NO ACID
Connect and secure the battery cables before
attempting starting procedures.
2. STEERING HANDLE ASSEMBLY
The steering handles are shipped ready to connect.
Position the handles over the handle sleeves so that
the set-screws (2 per handle) are lined up with the
tapped holes on the sleeves. Tighten the set-screws
and test the mobility of the handles.
3. PITCH CONTROL ASSEMBLY
Figure 1a.
Bolt pitch control tube (C) to pitch control bracket (D) with
bolts provided. Put cable end (E) through yoke arm (F)
and secure with nylon insert locknut (G). For proper cable
adjustment, turn crank (A) counter-clockwise to the stop
position. Tighten nut (G) until all slack in the cable is
removed. If more than 2 or 3 threads show through the
nut, it should be turned back and the guide screw (B)
moved to the next l
ower hole. Tension in the cable
should then be readjusted. After adjusting tension, turn
hand crank full clockwise (ABOUT 24 TURNS) and check
for clearance between the yoke arm (F) and the gear box
at point (H). There should be enough space to pass a
business card through but not more than 1/8 inch.
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375 ANNAGEM BLVD., MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, L5T 3A7, 905-364-4200 FAX [phone]
200 COMMERCE DRIVE, FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY, USA, 07728, 732-566-6400 FAX [phone]
CREATED: 07/04
REVISED: 06/14
BXR836 RIDE-ON TROWEL INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
375 ANNAGEM BLVD. – MISSISSAUGA – ONTARIO – CANADA – L5T 3A7 – 866-501-1683 – FAX [phone]
25 INDUSTRIAL DR. – KEYPORT – NEW JERSEY – USA – 07735 – 888-999-1570 – FAX [phone]
Created: 05/2012
Revised: 00
Revised: 05/2012
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4. SEAT ASSEMBLY
Remove protective wrapping from seat. The seat is
now ready to secure to the frame using included
washers and hex nuts. If the seat adjuster is
ordered, the slider bars must be positioned between
the seat and the frame using included screws to
secure the seat to the sliders, and then securing the
sliders to the frame as indicated above.
5. TRANSPORTER ASSEMBLY
The components of the transporter (handle, frame,
wheels, and parts bag) are shipped separately,
requiring some assembly. Extend the handle
outside the frame. Slide the handle along the frame
cross-bar to align the hole on the handle with the
hole on the “U” frame. Insert the large hitch pin (part
#12487) through the hole to secure the handle to
the “U” frame. Position one of the wheels on the
axle and secure in place by inserting pin (part
#10315) into the hole on the end of the axle. Repeat
procedure for the other wheel.
CAUTION:
The transporter is designed to be used on the
job site only. Do not use the transporter to tow
the machine off-site.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STARTING PROCEDURES
* WARM TEMPERATURES
a) Prior to starting the trowel, check the engine and
gearbox oil levels. Be sure the fuel tank is full.
Fuel is not shipped with the unit.
Before
attempting to start, fill the fuel tank. Check
engine and gearbox oil levels. WARRANTY IS
VOID IF RUN WITHOUT OIL. Fill tank with
safety approved fuel containers. DO NOT MIX
OIL WITH FUEL.
b) Maintain contact with the dead-
man safety
switch. Engine will disengage and stop if safety
switch is released. Do not tape, tie-
down, or
otherwise attempt to bypass safety device.
c)
Turn ignition key all the way. Allow engine to
warm up before proceeding with full trowel
operation.
2. STARTING PROCEDURES
* COLD TEMPERATURES
Follow same procedure as above but allow for a
longer warm up period 3-5 min. (In cold weather oil
is much heavier to move. Extra time is required to
heat the oil.)
3. TO STOP ENGINE
a) Bring throttle to low idle, wait a few seconds.
b) Remove left foot from dead-man safety switch.
c) Turn off ignition key.
4. STEERING
Guiding the machine on the slab is quite simple but
does require some familiarity before actually working
with the machine. The controls respond as shown in
figure 2a below. Test the machine on a finished
section of the floor, with the blades in a flat position,
and the engine at a low revolution to gain the
necessary feel for the steering.
Figure 2a.
For straight line movement, move both handles as one in
the direction you wish to travel. Move
the handles in
opposite directions to produce rotation on the machines
axis. Left handle forward, right handle backward for
clockwise rotation. Left handle backward, right handle
forward, for counter-
clockwise rotation. Sideways
direction is achieved by sideways movement of the right
handle in the required direction of travel.
WARNING:
SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY
RESULT DUE TO TEMPORARY LOSS OF
CONTROL IF OPERATED WITH EXCESS LIQUID
ON THE CONCRETE SURFACE.
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5. FLOAT/TROWEL PITCH SETTING
Once you are familiar with the steering functions on
a flat floor, you are ready to combine the steering
with float/trowel pitch settings to produce the finish
you require. The pitch adjustment feature of the
BARTELL RIDE-
ON TROWEL permits quick and
accurate pitch changes of the finishing/float blades,
without having to stop the machine. Turning the
adjustment crank-
handle at the end of the pitch
control tubes enables you to change the pitch
whenever necessary to allow for varying conditions
over the slap surface.
E
ach spider plate is adjusted independently. The
pitch setting will affect the steering of your unit.
Experiment with the settings as you test drive so
you will know what to expect.
CAUTION:
Do not let the machine stand in one spot on the
soft concrete; Th
is may place unnecessary
strain on the clutch to break it free of the
concrete. If the unit has been sitting for any
length of time, break it free from the concrete
before attempting operation.
CAUTION:
When finishing concrete above grade, erect a
situation barrier along the edge of the slab as a
protective measure. The barrier must follow all
applicable codes and should be such that it will
stop the trowel from riding over the edge of the
slab in case of loss of control.
6. BLADE SYNCHRONIZATION
(SPECIALLY MODIFIED UNITS ONLY)
Figure 3a.
To avoid blades hitting, make sure spider plates are
positioned as shown with respect to each other after
performing any maintenance.
7. TRANSPORTER USE
CAUTION:
The transporter is designed to be used on the job
site only. Do not use it to tow the machine off-
site.
The transporter has pick-
up brackets located on the
inside of the wheels which should be positioned under
the pick-up points on the frame. Before connection, the
handle will be pointing upwards at approximately
a 45
degree angle. Pull the handle down, engaging the
transporter and secure the bracket and transporter to the
frame by locking the handle bracket in the frame lock by
means of the hitch pin. Using the handle as a lever, the
ride-on may now be moved. To d
isconnect the
transporter, follow the above steps in reverse.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. GENERAL
•
Keep engine oil clean. Change according to
engine manufacturer’s specifications.
•Maintain the oil levels in the engine and gearbox
assemblies. Change as required.
•Use only clean fuel in the engine.
•Check for loose nuts and bolts on the trowel and
tighten as necessary.
•Check “V” belts for wear, replace if worn.
•Grease all fittings daily. See diagram.
•
Clean the unit after every use to prevent
hardening of concrete residue. Hard concrete is
very difficult to remove, greatly increases weight
and reduces efficient subsequent operation of
unit.
•
Check clutch linings regularly for wear. Linings
should be changed when 3/4 worn. Do not allow
metal to metal contact as this w
ill damage the
clutch drum. (New lining is 8mm.)
2. AIR CLEANER
Maintaining a clean engine will extend engine life.
Keep air filter clean at all times. Clean air filter using
the recommended solvent. See engine manual for
proper cleaning procedure. Let the
filter dry before
reinstalling.
3. SPARK PLUG
Check and clean spark plugs regularly. A fouled, dirty
spark plug causes hard starting and poor engine
performance. Set spark plug gap to recommended
clearance. Refer to engine manual.
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4. BELT CHANGE PROCEDURE
Remove belt cover from the machine to expose the
drive components. To change the primary drive belt,
remove clutch from engine drive shaft, by removing
bolt from the clutch. This releases belt from both the
clutch and driven unit.
5. BELT TENSIONING SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
Belts may become slightly loose after the first
few hours of operation. It is important to re-
tension the belts with the tool provided and use
the table given as reference.
LUBRICATION
1. ENGINE OIL
The long life and successful operation of any piece
of machinery is dependent on frequent and thorough
lubrication.
Before using the trowel, always check your engine
for oil. Use proper engine oil as recommended in the
engine manufacturer’s manual. Fill crankcase to
levels as recommended.
2. SPIDER PLATE
There are 8 (eight) grease fittings on the spider
plates, 4 (four) on each must be greased daily.
SPIDER PLATES MUST BE GREASED EVERY
TIME MACHINE IS USED.
3. GEARBOX
Check the oil level sight plugs on both gearboxes
daily to ensure the oil is half way on the site glass.
Top up with Agma 8 compounded gear oil only.
Gearbox capacity on the BXR836 is 27oz./767ml.
4. TO CHANGE GEARBOX OIL
Place a pan beneath the drain plug to catch the oil.
Remove the drain plug and the filler plug from the
gearbox. After the oil has drained completely, replace
the drain plug and tighten. Fill the gearbox through
the filler plug with 27oz./767ml. of Agma 8
compounded gear oil.
Replace the filler plug and
tighten.
5. GREASE FITTINGS
There are 6 bearings in total. Grease all bearings and
U-joints to ensure adequate supply of lubricant. They
are located above the gearboxes (2 per gearbox) and
2 located in the drive system. The U-
joints are
located in the drive system as well.
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TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMENT FIXTURE
PART #20801
Unit 36” (TS88)
1) 10411 –Trowel arm
2) 10817 –Lift lever
3) 10808 –Jam nut
4) 10809 –Set screw
5) 10824 –Block top
6) 10507 –Bolt
7) 10816 –Jam nut
8) 10815 –Carriage bolt
9) 10832 –Adjustment bar
10) 10507 –Bolt
Figure
The trowel arm adjustment fixture (20801) is reversible.
By rotating the arm clamping fixture and the ring bolt,
both left hand and right hand trowel arms may be
adjusted. Before attempting adjustment, determine
whether the trowel arm is right handed or left handed.
When adjusting left hand trowel arms use the side of the
fixture marked “L”. When adjusting right hand trowels
arms use the opposite side. The adjustment bar will be
set on “46” for the BXR836 trowel arm.
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
1. Remove all trowel arm assemblies (1 & 2 arm and
attached lift lever) from suspected maladjusted spider
plate.
2.
Remove lift lever (2) from trowel arm (1) by first
loosening jam nut (3) then square head screw (4). If
upon inspection (method left to discretion of
serviceman) any trowel arm (1) is found to be in a
bent condition, it must either be brought back to its
original straight condition (method left to the
serviceman’s discretion) or replaced with new part.
3. Replace lift levers (2) on new or straightened arms
(1) by reversing procedure described above.
NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WHEN TIGHT-
ENING SQUARE HEAD SETSCREW (4), IT SEATS
ITSELF SECURELY INTO DIMPLE MACHINED IN
ARM.
4. Place trowel arm assembly (1 and 2) in fixture (5)
with lift lever (2) butting up against fixture. Secure in
place with bolts (6).
5a.
5. Loosen locknut (7) and screw carriage bold (8) down
to full depth allowable. This will provide for ample
clearance to swing adjustment bar (9) over head of
carriage bolt. Adjustment bar (9) is stamped for
appropriate size of machine. Swing approp
riate side
directly over carriage bolt (8) and secure in place with
bolt (10).
6. Adjust carriage bolt (8) upwards until contact is made
with adjustment bar (9); holding carriage bolt in
position with one wrench, tighten locknut (7) to secure
in position with second wrench.
NOTE: IT IS VITALLY IMPORTANT TO ENSURE
THAT ONCE THE CARRIAGE BOLT IS ADJUSTED
TO THE CORRECT HEIGHT, IT DOES NOT MOVE
BEFORE, OR DURING THE TIGHTENING OF
LOCKNUT.
7. This same procedure is to be followed with ALL arms
from spider plate asse
mbly, and will ensure correct
and exact adjustment.
TROWEL ARM ADJUSTMENT SCREW
When assembling trowel blades to trowel arms, the
adjustment screw should NEVER protrude below the
under-side surface to a trowel arm except when using for
emergency on-site adjustment to level trowel blades.
If the adjustment screw is not flush with the underside of
the trowel arm, then this will cause the power trowel to
bounce and vibrate especially at high speed. This will
also cause the trowel blades to leave an uneven finish on
the concrete due to the blades not being level to one
another.
Make certain that the adjusting screw is held firmly in
place while tightening the bolt which secures the blade to
the trowel arm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WON’T START
•Throttle fully open
•Hand lever wire broken
•No gas
•Dirty gas
•Gas filter plugged
•Gas line plugged
•Hole in gas line
•Gas supply valve turned off
•Dead-man safety switch inoperable (foot lever must
be depressed)
•Safety switch wire or connectors not making good
contact
•Other engine problems (Refer to engine manual)
STARTS BUT NO HIGH SPEED
•Engine problems
•Throttle cable broken or seized
•Throttle lever and connectors loose or out of adjust-
ment
•Clutch shoes worn
TROWELS TURN, ENGINE AT IDLE
•Idle too fast
•Belt too tight
•Clutch seized
MACHINE JUMPS ON FLOOR
•Concrete hardened on bottom of spider plate
•Trowels unevenly worn
•Spider plate seized
•Spider plate loose
•Trowel arms bent
•Adjusting screws (carriage bolts) incorrectly set -
use spider plate adjustment jig (pg,13)
•Mainshaft bent
•Steering handle too far right or left
SPIDER PLATE HARD TO GREASE
•Fittings plugged
•Cement in grease grooves of arms
•Grease fittings too tight
PITCH CONTROLS WILL NOT OPERATE BLADES
•Cable broken or out of adjustment
•Slot screw missing (under-side of handle)
•Pressure plate and/or yoke arm broken or badly
worn
•Hand crank adjuster not working
BELT WEARING RAPIDLY
•Belt adjusted improperly
•Pulley out of alignment
•Wrong belt/defective belt
•Clutch sticking
•Gearbox seizing
OIL LEAKS
a) Top of gearbox
•Engine leaks
•Relief valve broken
•Too much oil in gearbox
•Set screw missing in cover
b) Between end cap and gearbox (recoil side)
•“O” ring damaged
•End cap not tight
c) At mainshaft or countershaft
•Relief valve seized
•Shaft and/or seal worn
BLADES HITTING EACH OTHER
(MODIFIED MODELS ONLY)
•Blades out of synch
•Sheared key in spider plate or gearbox
•Drive shaft misaligned
WON’T MOVE FORWARD OR REVERSE
•Pins or forward/reverse lever broken
•Rod end seizing on F/R lever
•Connecting rod broken
WON’T STEER LEFT OR RIGHT
•Steering arms broken
•Linkage worn out
•Gearbox stud sheared
•Rod end connecting shaft loose
DRIVE SHAFT WILL NOT TURN
•Universal joint(s) seized
•Yoke arm broken
•Spline stripped
•Key sheared
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BARTELL MORRISON INC. BARTELL MORRISON (USA) LLC
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SPECIFICATIONS
RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL
BXR836 (GASOLINE)
Engine Honda 24 HP
Length
Width
Height (without seat & steering levers)
Weight
73” (186 cm)
40” (102 cm)
40” (102 cm)
492 lbs. (223.6 kg)
Trowel Coverage
Travel Speed
14.5 sq. ft. (1.45 sq. m)
Up to 380 ft/min (115 m/min)
Dual Rotor Speeds
Float Blade Size
Finish Blade Size
Combo Blade Size
145 rpm
10” x 14” (25 x 36 cm)
6”x 14” (15 x 36 cm)
8”x14”(20 x 36 cm)
Electric Start
Electrical System
Charging System
Yes
12 Volt
16 Amps
Battery
Dead-man Safety Switch
Fuel Capacity (approximately)
Running Time (approximately)
12 Volt
Yes
3 Gal. (12.5 L)
2.5 hours
Steering Levers
Variable Speed Clutch
Single Belt Drive
Twin Stick
Yes
Yes
Standard Features Seat Adjuster
Hour Meter
50W Light Package (4 light kit)
Options Transporter
Lifting Hooks
Combo Blades
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NOTES
BXR836
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS AND PARTS
LIST
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POWER SYSTEM

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DRIVING SYSTEM

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STEERING AND BLADE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM

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GEARBOX ASSEMBLY: RIGHT