EZG Grout Hog UGPH75 User manual

UGPH75 &
UGPHC75
Uphill Grout Hog®
Owner’s Manual
EZG MANUFACTURING
1-800-417-9272
Grout Hog®
EZG Manufacturing
405 Watertown Road
Waterford, Ohio 45786
[phone] or 1-800-417-9272
Fax [phone] www.ezgmfg.com
Before using this Grout Hog®,
study and understand the entire
Owner’s Manual.
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INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................3
ABOUT THIS MANUAL.......................................................................................................................3
GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................................4-5
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING......................................................................................6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................6
CLEANUP............................................................................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE CHART.....................................................................................................................8
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE...............................................................................................................8
SERVICE RECORDS..........................................................................................................................9
WARNING LABELS AND LOCATIONS.............................................................................................10
GROUT HOG FRAME ASSEMBLY..........................................................................................................11
NOTES................................................................................................................................................12
OBTAINING SPARE PARTS.............................................................................................................12
WARRANTY.........................................................................................................................................13
WARRANTY REGISTRATION............................................................................................................14
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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This symbol, either used alone or with a signal word, is used to call your attention
to instructions involving your safety and/or the safety of others. Failure to follow
these instructions will likely result in personal injury or death.
DANGER This signal word is used to identify a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING This signal word is used to identify a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION This signal word is used to identify a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
This signal word is used to identify a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in
property or equipment damage. It also may be used for special instructions
related to performance, maintenance or general items.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing one of the nest pieces of masonry equipment on the market today!
If this is your rst EZG Manufacturing product, you will not be disappointed. If you have previously
owned an EZG Manufacturing product, you will nd the same high quality and dependability that you
have come to expect from EZG Manufacturing.
The purpose of this manual is to inform the owner/employer/and the operator, how to safely operate
this piece of equipment, and make them aware of any hazards. It also contains important information
regarding assembly, set up, operation, and maintenance. It is the Owner/Employer’s responsibility
to make sure that anyone who operates this machine understands all safety warnings. If you do not
understand any items in this manual, please contact the dealer where this product was purchased, or
the manufacturer at the number listed throughout this manual. If you have any suggestions about how
to make this manual easier to understand, contact the manufacturer. Keep this manual available for
reference wherever this piece of equipment is being used and make it available to any operators.
Illustrations in this manual may show details or components that may not be the same as your
machine. Continuing improvements to the design of this machine may have caused changes that are
not included in this manual. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
The following safety symbols and signal words will be used throughout this manual and on the
product, for your safety and the safety of others, please become familiar with their meaning and heed
their warnings.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION

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DANGER
Failure to obey the following safety instructions will result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Stay clear of auger while machine is in operation. Keep all body parts, clothing, jewelry and solid
objects away from all moving parts.
Never run Grout Hog® with end cap removed.
Always use skid pins and linch pins or safety chains whenever Grout Hog® is on lift forks.
Never stand under an elevated Grout Hog®.
Never attempt to ride the Grout Hog®.
Model Empty Weight Max Gross Weight
UGPH75 1475 lbs. (669.0 kg) 4475 lbs. (2029.8 kg)
UGPHC75 1565 lbs. (709.8 kg) 4565 lbs. (2070.6 kg)
Do not exceed Maximum Gross Weight
WARNING
Failure to obey the following safety instructions could result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Read and understand entire manual before operating the Grout Hog®.
For your safety and the safety of others, replace any missing or damaged warning decals by contacting
the manufacturer at 1-800-417-9272.
Make sure anyone operating the Grout Hog® is thoroughly familiar with its operation. Keep all
unauthorized and untrained personnel, especially children away from Grout Hog®.
Never operate machine with guards or safety devices removed. Do not alter any safety guards.
Never perform any work on the Grout Hog® while it is running. Before working on or cleaning the Grout
Hog®, shut o󰀨 engine and disconnect battery cable.
Never operate the Grout Hog® under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medications.
This Grout Hog® has been designed and built as a material delivery station, and should not be used
for anything other than its intended purpose.
Consult forklift manufacturers specications to insure load capacity is not exceeded.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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The Grout Hog® is intended for use with a supervised hold to run control. If used outside of this scope
call the EZG Manufacturing for optional grate to cover hopper.
Avoid breathing dust produced while using the Grout Hog®. Dust may contain crystalline silica and
may cause serious health problems.
Do not operate near combustible materials.
Always know the location of nearest re extinguishers, rst aid kit, and emergency personnel phone
numbers in case of emergency.
Only lift Grout Hog® from lifting channels or crane bail if equipped.
Inspect all hoses, fasteners, bolts and welds for nicks, cracks, cuts, damage, wear or looseness before
each use. Repair as needed.
Always wear approved PPE, including glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and ventilation masks
when operating a Grout Hog®.
Do not use the Grout Hog® as a lifting device or with accessories or attachments not recommended by
EZG Manufacturing, as damage to equipment or operator might result.
Avoid contact with hot hydraulic uid.
Allow system to cool before performing any repairs or service.
Use only factory authorized parts.
Used lubricants such as engine and hydraulic oil, and hazardous waste must be taken to an authorized
disposal or recycling center.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNINGS (continued)
CAUTION
Failure to obey the following safety instructions could result in MINOR or
MODERATE INJURY.
NOTICE

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California - Proposition 65 Warning
Engine exhaust and some of its constituents, and some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead based paints - Crystalline silica from bricks -Cement and other masonry
products -Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: ALWAYS work in a well ventilated area, and work
with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to lter out
microscopic particles.
Before operating the Grout Hog® it should be properly set up on the jobsite. The Grout Hog® may be
lifted by using a forklift. The UGPH75 weighs 1475 lbs.(669.0 kg) empty and 4475 lbs.(2029.8 kg) full and
the UGPHC75 weighs 1565 lbs.(709.8 kg) empty and 4565 lbs. (2070.6 kg) full. Check forklift ratings
before attempting to move the Grout Hog®.
1. Rotate hopper to upright position.
2. Slide lift forks into lifting channels on Grout Hog®.
3. Insert skid pins into lift channels behind lift forks and secure with locking pins or use chain attachment.
4. Set Grout Hog® securely on ground. Fill to desired capacity.
5. Transport Grout Hog to desired location and raise above grouting level.
6. Hold discharge hose over area to be grouted.
7. Discharge grout to desired areas until hopper is empty. (Repeat steps 4-7 as needed)
8. To regulate grout ow, squeeze discharge hose; to momentarily stop grout ow, crimp or fold hose.
9. To stop ow for extended period, release button on pendant and hang on provided hook.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualied personnel over the age of 18.
Death or serious injury can result.
WARNING
Pins must be in place whenever Grout Hog® is on lift forks. Death or serious injury can
result.
WARNING
Check forklift or crane manufacturer’s specications to be sure forklift or crane is
designed to handle weight of Grout Hog® and material in hopper. Death or serious
injury can result.
NOTICE
When not in use, store Grout Hog® in tilted position with end cap removed to prevent
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1. Set Grout Hog® securely on ground. Turn o󰀨 forklift and remove ignition key. Turn o󰀨 Honda engine
and remove key. Remove skid pins or chain before backing away.
2. Pull spring loaded locking pin on side of hopper and rotate over the release bracket.
3. Firmly grasp the Secondary Pivot Latch Handle, pull to unlock, and lift to dump hopper.
4. Remove end cap with provided speed wrench. Firmly grasp auger handle and pull auger out of tube.
5. Unlatch auger tube section and rotate upward for better access to clean tube. Wash out and brush
down tube, hopper, auger, and end cap.
6. Flush hose until clean.
7. Slide auger back into place over the power shaft connector. Replace end cap on tube.
8. Pull locking pin and rotate hopper to the upright position.
1. Make sure Grout Hog® is clean after each use (see “Cleanup”).
2. Grease ttings before each use. Use EPI GC-LB Rated or equivalent grease.
CLEANUP
CAUTION
Before performing any described maintenance items, make sure engine is o󰀨 and
hydraulic supply hoses are disconnected. Death or serious injury can result.
WARNING
Verify spring loaded Pivot Latch has hopper securely locked before cleaning.
NOTICE
Be sure to clean all debris from inside the auger drive end.
DANGER
Never run machine with end cap removed.. Death or serious injury will result.
MAINTENANCE
NOTICE
Following each use, it is a good idea to apply a thin layer of lubricant inside the hopper
to make cleaning easier.
CAUTION
Do not use so much lubricant that it might stain blockwork at beginning of next use.
If equipped with crane bail inspect bail, hopper, and base for cracked welds, loose
bolts, and wear before each use. Repair or replace if needed.

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Note: To override pendant switch and unload hopper, push manual override button located under motor guard on back of machine.
Before
Starting
Work
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Potential Cause Possible Solution
Auger will not turn
Low hydraulic uid Add hydraulic uid
Hard concrete around auger Clean auger
Ice in hopper Clean hopper
Discharge hose plugged Clean hose
Pendant or cord damaged Inspect, replace if needed
Blown fuse Replace fuse
Hopper unloading slowly
Wrong gasket in auger tube Replace 1 1/4” ID Gasket with 6 5/8” ID Gasket
Discharge hose kinked Lift hopper to higher elevation
Discharge hose damaged Replace discharge hose
Auger turning in reverse Press other hold to run button on pendant
Auger worn Replace auger
Concrete leaking from back of machine Continuous use without grease Replace rubber seal and power shaft adapter
Grout continues to ow when auger is stopped Valve not closing Hold reverse button momentarily to close valve
Hopper is di󰀩cult to swivel by pulling on discharge
hose
Lack of grease Grease spindle
Faulty support rollers Replace support rollers
MAINTENANCE CHART
Complete Machine
Visual Inspection
Condition x x
Clean x x
Hydraulic Filter Replace x x x
Hydraulic Oil (5-10W
energul HPD-HD or
equivalent)
Check x
Replace x x
Honda Motor Maintenance Repair
& Safety x
Hydraulic Hoses &
Discharge Hose
Replace x x
Check x
Auger
Replace x
Clean x
Warning Decals
Replace x
Clean x x
Emergency Stop
Functional Test x
Replace x x
Pendant Switch
Functional Test x
Replace x x
End Cap & Rear Seal
Grease x x x
Replace x x
Center Spindle Grease x
Battery Replacement x
First
100 Hours
After
Use
Before
Starting
Motor
Every Time
After
Refueling
Monthly
Annually
or 300
Hours
In the
Event of
Malfunction
If
Damaged
Refer to
Honda Owners
Manual Supplied
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SERVICE PERFORMED DATE INITIALS
SERVICE RECORDS
Refer to
Honda Owners
Manual Supplied
with Machine

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WARNING LABELS AND LOCATIONS
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
1 16-131 Small Pinch Point Decal 1
2 16-133 Pins Must be in Place Decal 2
3 16-103 Grout Hog Weight Decal 1
4 16-104 Danger - Amputation Decal 1
5 16-193 Proposition 65 Decal 1
6 16-106 U.S. Flag Decal 1
7 16-105 Danger - End Cap Decal 1
8 16-200 Remove Auger for Cleaning Decal 1
9 16-177 Read Owners Manual Decal 1
10 16-112 Burn Hazard Decal 2
1
2
3
4
6
8
9
7
5
S/N
Location
(Both Sides)
10
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GROUT HOG FRAME ASSEMBLY

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NOTES

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WARRANTY
Limited Warranty
The manufacturer warrants that products manufactured shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship that develop under normal use for a period of one year on all products from the date
of shipment. The foregoing shall be the exclusive remedy of the buyer and the exclusive liability of
the manufacturer. Our warranty excludes normal replaceable wear items, i.e. gaskets, wear parts,
seals, O-rings, belts, drive chains, clutches, etc. Any equipment, part or product which is furnished
by the manufacturer but manufactured by another, bears only the warranty given by such other
manufacturer. (Manufacturer agrees to furnish free of charge a written description of problem or
cause.) Warranty is voided by product abuse, alterations, use of equipment in applications for
which it was not intended, use of non-manufacturer parts, or failure to follow documented service
instructions. The foregoing warranty is exclusive of all other warranties whether written or oral,
expressed or implied. No warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose shall apply.
The agents, dealers, and employees of Manufacturer are not authorized to make modications
to this warranty, or additional warranties binding on the Manufacturer. Therefore, additional
statements, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranty and should not be relied upon.
The Manufacturer’s sole responsibility for any breach of the foregoing warranty provisions, with
respect to any product or part not conforming to the Warranty or the description herein contained,
is at its option (a) to repair, replace, or refund such product or parts upon the prepaid return there of
to location designated specically by the Manufacturer. Product returns not shipped prepaid will be
refused (b) as an alternative to the foregoing modes of settlement - the Manufacturer’s dealer may
repair defective units with reimbursement for expenses. A written description of problem or cause
must accompany all warranty claims.
Except as set forth here in above and without limitation of the above, there are no warranties or
other a󰀩rmation which extend beyond the description of the products on the fact here of, or as to
operational e󰀩ciency, product reliability, or maintainability or compatibility with products furnished
by others. In no event, whether as a result of breach of contract or warranty or alleged negligence,
shall the Manufacturer, be liable for special or consequential damages including but not limited to:
Loss of prots or revenue, loss of use of the product or any associated product, cost of capital, cost
of substitute products, facilities or services or claims of customers. Manufacturer does not assume
responsibility for any accident due to equipment modication.
No claim will be allowed for products lost or damaged in transit. Such claims should be led with the
carrier within fteen days.
E󰀨ective July 20, 2005
EZG Manufacturing is the exclusive manufacturer of the patented Grout Hog® Grout Delivery
System the Mud Hog® Hydraulic Mixing Station, the Hog Trough® mud pan, the Hog Cart™, the
Hog Slopper™, the Booger Hog® Wall Scrubber, the Hog Leg® Wall Brace System, and the Hog
Crusher™ Material Recycling System.

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Contact:
Company:
Address:
City:
Purchased From:
Direct Distributor:
Fax Warranty Registration form to 740.962.2037
or submit online at www.ezgmfg.com by clicking
on “Products” then “Warranty Cards”.
PLEASE COMPLETE THIS WARRANTY CARD, AND RETURN
VIA MAIL, FAX, OR E-MAIL, WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE
TO VALIDATE YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
FOR ALL EZG MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS.
WARRANTY PROVISIONS OF THIS MACHINE ARE HANDLED
DIRECTLY THROUGH THE MANUFACTURER.
EZG MANUFACTURING * 1833 North Riverview Road, Malta, OH 43758
PHONE [phone] * Email: [email protected] * FAX [phone]
State: Zip:
Tel: Fax:
Cell:
Email:
Purchase Date:
Serial No.
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