Isoplam L030001 User manual

Read this instructions manual before using
the floor power trowel!
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ISOPLAM S.R.L.
Via E. Mattei, 4 – Z. I. Maser (TV) – Italia
Tel. [phone] - www.isoplam.it
Azienda certificata UNI EN ISO 9001:2015

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Read this manual before use
Before you start using the power trowel read the instructions. The
guarantee of the good operation and safety of power trowel is closely
dependent on the application of all of the instructions contained in
this manual.
Use forbidden to children
under 18 years
The power trowel is a dangerous device, it can be used only by
adults who have a high level of concentration.
We guarantee the conformity of the power trowel to specifications and
technical instructions described in this Manual at the time of its issue,
listed on this page; on the other hand, the power trowel could in future
undergo relevant technical changes, without an update of the Manual.
Consult Isoplam S.r.l. for information about any variations put
into place.

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Summary
1 PREFACE'...............................................................................'5!
1.1 GENERAL ................................................................................... ..5
1.1.1 Conservation of the manual…………………………………5
1.1.2 Manufacturer and Customer Service………………………5
1.1.3 Graphics of safety warnings………………………………...6
2 SAFETY'INFORMATION'....................................................'7!
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ................................................................. 7
2.2 LIABILITY................................................................................... 7
2.3 WARNING FOR USERS ....................................................................... 8
2.4 PREPARATIONS FOR THE WORK.......................................................... 10
FUEL CONSERVATION ................................................................................ 11
2.5 MAINTENANCE WARNINGS...................................................................... 11
2.6 OTHER PROVISIONS ......................................................................... 12
3 POWER'TROWEL'DESCRIPTION''................................'13!
3.1 PLATES....................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 EC Marking ....................................................................... 13
3.2 PICTOGRAMS AND SIGNALS .............................................................. 14
3.3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................... 15
3.3.1 Safety devices..................................................................... 18
3.4 TECHNICAL DATASHEET .....................................................................20
3.5 POWER TROWEL CONTROLS ................................................................21
3.6 CONDITIONS OF USE AND EXPECTED ENVIRONMENT ...................... 23
3.6.1 Intended use...................................................................... 23
3.6.2 Usage environment ............................................................ 23
3.6.3 Improper use and contraindications ................................ 24
4 LIFTING'AND'TRANSPORT'............................................'26!
4.1 LIFTING AND TRANSPORT ................................................................. 26
5 COMMISSIONING'..............................................................'27!
5.1 RUNNING IN ............................................................................... 27
5.2 FUELING....................................................................................... 27
5.3 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE .............................................. 28
5.4 PRELIMINARY FUNCTIONAL CHECKS ............................................. 28
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6 USE'OF'THE'POWER'TROWEL'......................................'30!
6.1 ENGINE START ............................................................................. 32
6.2 ENGINE SHUTDOWN ..................................................................... 32
6.3 MOVEMENT OF THE MACHINE DURING WORK .................................... 33
6.4 PREPARING THE WORK AREA............................................................. 33
6.5 MOUNTING THE SMOOTHING DISK .................................................... 34
6.6 BLADES INCLINATION ................................................................ 35
6.7 BLADES REPLACEMENT.................................................................... 35
6.8 USE OF THE POWER TROWEL ....................................................... 37
6.9 WASHING AND CLEANING................................................................. 38
7 MAINTENANCE'..................................................................'39!
7.1 GENERAL ..................................................................................... 39
7.2 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION BEFORE EACH USE............................40
7.2.1 Control of the labels and pictograms ................................40
7.2.2 Operating control............................................................... 40
7.2.3 Top up with fuel ................................................................40
7.3 SETTING OF TRANSMISSION BELT TENSION ...........................................41
8 TECHNICAL'ASSISTANCE'AND'SPARE'PARTS'..........'42!
8.1 WIRING DIAGRAMS ......................................................................... 42
8.2 SPARE PARTS ........................................................................ 43
9 WAREHOUSE STORE.............................................................44
10 DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS ..........45
11 WARRANTY RULES ..............................................................46
12 TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................47
13 ANALYTICAL INDEX .............................................................48

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1PREFACE
1.1 !General'Information
This manual is an integral and essential part of the Power trowel for
concrete floors L030001 and must be delivered to the user together
with the Declaration of conformity.
Before commissioning, it is essential that users read, understand and
follow carefully the provisions that follow.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages caused to people or
things, or to the power trowel, if it is used incorrectly in relation to the
provisions stated.
In view of the continuous technological development, the manufacturer
reserves the right to modify the power trowel without notice and
without an automatic update of the manual.
1.1.1 Conservation of the manual
The use and maintenance manual is an integral part of the power trowel;
Therefore you must keep it intact and in a safe during the whole life of
the machine. This manual must always be available to the user.
1.1.2 Manufacturer and Customer Service
If you have any problems or questions, please contact Customer Service
without hesitation, it is constituted by qualified and specialized staff,
and provides specific equipment and original spare parts.
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1.1.3 Graphics of safety warnings
To identify the safety messages in this manual, the following signalling
graphic symbols will be used. They are intended to draw the reader's
attention for a correct and safe use of the power trowel.
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Pay attention
It highlights behavioral rules to adopt to avoid damage to the power
trowel and/or the occurrence of hazardous situations.
Residual risks
It highlights the presence of hazards that cause risks to which the
user must pay attention in order to avoid personal injury or
property damage.

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2 "SAFETY'INFORMATION
2.1 !General'safety'rules
Even if you are already expert in the use of power trowel for concrete
floors, you must follow the instructions below, in addition to general
precautions to be observed when using portable tools engines. In
particular:
• Acquire complete knowledge of the power trowel operation and of
the floor working techniques.
• Read this manual carefully to learn about the functioning, the safety
devices and all necessary precautions. The above to ensure a safe use.
• Wear appropriate clothing and use appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE).
• Keep the power trowel with care.
2.2 Responsibilities
Non-compliance with the operating instructions and the safety
instructions contained in this manual exempts the manufacturer from
any liability. If maintenance of the power trowel is performed not in
accordance with the instructions provided, with non-original parts or in
such a way as to compromise the integrity or change its characteristics,
the manufacturer is relieved from any liability concerning the safety of
persons and the malfunction of the power trowel.
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Using the power trowel
Every user must first read the instruction manual; in particular,
the chapter on indications relating to safety.
Risks related to the use of
the power trowel
Despite the implementation of safety devices, for safe use of the
power trowel you should take note of all the requirements for the
prevention of accidents reported in this manual.
Always stay concentrated during use and DO NOT underestimate
the risks associated with the use of the power trowel.

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For any data that are not included or not deducible from this manual,
please consult the customer service directly.
2.3 !Warnings'for'users
1. The power trowel for concrete pavements KE KC is a
dangerous appliance.
2. Use is prohibited for children under 18 years and persons
incapable of understanding or with mental health problems.
3. Do not take alcohol or drugs prior to use the power trowel, do not
use when you are tired or have taken medicines that cause
drowsiness, however when you are not able to have a sufficient
degree of attention and use the power trowel safely.
4. Avoid starting the endothermic engine indoors or with poor air
circulation. Exhaust fumes are poisonous.
5. Always use the power trowel wearing the appropriate personal
protective equipment: anti-slip shoes, gloves, visor for the face or
glasses, work overalls, ear muffs.
6. Do not use the power trowel when the ground is slippery or when
there are other conditions that prevent the operator a stable posture.
7. Do not use the power trowel at night, in case of dense fog or low
visibility in the area where you are working.
8. Do not use the power trowel in the rain, during storms, especially if
with lightning, in the presence of wind gusts, of strong wind and
adverse weather conditions.
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Unauthorized modifications
Do not modify the power trowel in any way. Any attempt in
this respect, further to void warranty, can compromise the
operation, cause malfunctions or accidents. Extraordinary
maintenance works on the power trowel shall be performed
only by qualified and authorized personnel.
If you hear any unusual noises, or something strange, stop the
power trowel immediately. Carry out a check and, if necessary,
contact the customer service.

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9. Before using this appliance for the first time, learn the way of
working together with an experienced operator.
10. Always use the techniques described in this manual.
11. Tiredness, digestion of too abundant food and the physical or
psychological discomfort decrease levels of attention, a small
distraction can lead to a serious accident.
12. Keep the manual handy for future reference.
13. In case of sale, rental, transfer of the power trowel to third parties
provide this operating and maintenance manual too.
14. Replace worn and/or damaged parts, check that the seals are
functioning correctly before use. Eventually, if necessary, have the
power trowel checked by Customer Service.
15. Workers responsible for use of this machine must have all
necessary information and education and must receive appropriate
training about safety with reference to:
• the conditions of use of the equipment;
• foreseeable abnormal situations pursuant to art. 73 Lgs. Decree
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2.4 !Preparations'for'the'work
The user must minimize potential risks by wearing the proper
equipment.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Before you use the power trowel, always wear appropriate personal
protective equipment, such as:
dust mask;
protective visor for the face – or goggles;
gloves;
accident prevention and anti-slip shoes with steel tip classified S5
(EN ISO 20345);
ear muffs;
full work suit.

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!Fuel'conservation
The engine of the power trowel works with gasoline: this is a flammable
liquid! Store fuel in appropriate containers tightly closed and in
appropriate places, away from heat sources, possible triggers of fire
(sparks, flames, etc.).
During moving and transfer of fuel it is forbidden to smoke or approach
naked flames, always clean and dry any fuel spillage.
2.5 !Instructions'for'maintenance
1. Any maintenance operation must be carried out with the engine
stopped, the power trowel off firmly placed on a suitable work
surface.
2. During each stage of maintenance operators must be equipped with
the necessary safety equipment (gloves, goggles, working clothes).
3. Utensils used for maintenance must be suitable and of good quality.
4. Always keep the area dedicated to servicing clean and dry, in
particular eliminating any patches of fuel or oil.
5. Do not allow children under 18 years to intervene on power trowel.
6. Never insert your fingers or limbs in the openings without guards of
the power trowel.
7. Do not use gasoline or inflammable solvents as detergents, but
always use non-flammable and non-toxic solvents.
8. Minimise the use of compressed air (max. 2 bar) and protect
yourself with goggles with lateral protection.
9. Never use naked flames as a means of lighting when you carry out
verification or maintenance operations.
10. For specific operations on endothermic engine, consult the
manufacturer's manual.
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Original spare parts
Use Breakers S.r.l. original spare parts only
It is excluded any responsibility of the manufacturer for damages
or losses of functionality caused as a result of the use of non-
original parts and accessories.

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11. After each maintenance or adjustment ensure that no tools or foreign
objects remain among the moving parts, in order to avoid damage to
the power trowel and/or injury to users.
2.6 Other'provisions
The first thing to do when you begin use, it’s to control the presence and
integrity of all parts of the power trowel and the functioning of the
safety devices.
If any fault is detected do not use the power trowel for concrete floors
L030001!
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Therefore it is strictly forbidden to modify or remove the guards, the
power trowel command and description plates.

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3POWER&TROWEL!DESCRIPTION+
3.1 !Plates
Make sure stickers and labels are legible. Otherwise, apply new ones
after requesting them to Isoplam S.r.l.
3.1.1 EC Marking
In the EC plate applied on the power trowel the following data are
provided:
– Type.
– Registration number.
– Year of construction.
– Unladen mass (in kg).
– Engine power (in kW).
– Blade diameter (in mm).
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3.2 !Pictograms'and'signals
The pictograms below indicate the correct behaviours to follow and
what to do when using the machine, ie.: the operations to be carried out
before using the machine, in particular reading of the use and
maintenance manual and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Above the exhaust silencer there is a warning sticker that recalls the
danger of burns on the hot silencer.
Near the top handle for lifting there is the symbol that indicates the
gripping point for mechanical lifting.
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In versions with endothermic engine, near the accelerator there is the
symbol that explains the operation of the accelerator lever.
Close to the endothermic engine commands there are the symbols for
switching off, the fuel tap and the starter commands .
For more information about the commands of the engine you should
consult the manufacturer's manual.
3.3 !General'description
The Power trowel for concrete pavements L030001 is designed and
built for the smoothing of concrete substrates. The rudder for steering
can be folded to reduce the encumbrance of the machine. During
smoothing operations, the tools, consisting of 4blades, follow arotary
movement with vertical axis. The blades are equipped with screw-down
device for adjusting the angle of the blades, thus allowing
different kinds of processing on concrete with different degree of
humidity and therefore hardness.
The machine is particularly suitable for smoothing of concrete substrates
for laying of hardwood floors, linoleum, carpeting and the preparation
of wear resistant surface. Particularly suitable to operate inside
apartments, garages, on sidewalks and small courtyard areas.
The idle upper disk allows to almost reach the walls of the room in
which you operate with smoothing blades, without damaging either the
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Endothermic engine
The endothermic engine emits exhaust gases harmful to health.
Avoid using it in closed or poorly ventilated environments.

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machine or the wall.
The working environment must be free from the risk of explosion.
The Power trowel is a device that can cause serious injury if not
used properly, it can be used only by adults who have a high level
of concentration.

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Misuse and misapplication
Use is prohibited to children under 18 years and persons incapable
of understanding or with mental health problems. The Power
trowel for concrete pavements L030001 is designed and
manufactured for the use specified above; a different use and non-
observance of the technical parameters laid down by the
manufacturer, may be a condition of danger for users or third
Blades
For this type of machine only finishing blades are provided; these are
fixed by simple screws.
Finishing blade: built with special carbon steel is suitable to perform the
last step to get an optimal smoothing. It is recommended that you use it
after smoothing the surface previously with the smoothing or substrates
disc.
Smoothing'disc!
It is built in anti- wear steel is suitable for running of the first steps as a
plastering trowel; It must be applied over the blades of the machine and
is dragged by them in rotation thanks to special joints: so preparing the
surface to further steps with other blades. It also provides some
protection against wear of the blades during machine movements on the
ground.
It can be required in galvanized version or for substrates.
Moving!
The machine can be dragged to the ground, preferably with the
smoothing disk mounted, with one or two people who can grasp by the
front handle and by the rudder. It is also possible to use aspecial lifting
machine with a chain attached to the handle and the rudder.
To make movement more convenient it is possible
to fold the rudder on itself, unlocking the handle
shown in the picture on the side first.

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Table 1 – Main parts of power trowel
N°
Description
N°
Description
1
Tank cap
6
Blades and protection grid
2
Engine
7
Blade adjustment knob
3
Exhaust silencer
8
Accelerator
4
Air filter
9
Deadman lever
5
Drive belt guard
10
Joint for rudder folding
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8
9
1
4
3
7
10
2
5
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3.3.1 Safety devices
This section presents various safety devices installed on the machine,
their operation and how to perform basic checks and maintenance in
order to use the machine safely.
OFF'SWITCH!
The machine is equipped with a switch that turn it on and off.
The switch must be used to turn off the engine
completely. In the version with the Honda engine
OFF is marked with 0 and ON with 1.
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Safety devices
Do not use the power trowel with the safety devices removed,
disconnected, broken or malfunctioning.
Carry out the instructions for the inspection, repair and
maintenance contained in this manual.
Maintenance
It is necessary to have a specific preparation to perform the
maintenance and repair of power trowel.
If your machine does not meet the controls listed below, take it
immediately to an authorised repair workshop before its use.

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DRIVE'BELT'AND'BLADE'GUARDS!
The drive belt guard and the guard around the blades are the safety
devices of the machine to avoid accidental contact between moving
bodies and the operator during processing.
The guards are mounted in such a way as to prevent the operator's limbs,
especially the feet, can come into contact with moving blades of the
machine. Also the protection of the transmission belt prevents contact of
the fingers with the belt in motion, for example during checks after a
maintenance.
MAN'LEVER!
Under the rudder left knob there is a deadman
lever; it operates with maintained action. In this
way the machine use is subject to proper handle
from the operator: if the lever is not pressed with
fingers, the engine turns off.
EXHAUST'SILENCER!
The exhaust silencer in combustion engine makes it possible to reduce
noise and conduct the exhaust gases away from operator.
Outgoing gases from the exhaust system reach extremely high
temperatures and may create sparks which in turn could create outbreak
of fire.
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Fixed transmission guards
Always check that the drive belt guard and the blade guard are
properly mounting before turning the machine on.
Processing
During processing, workers must take the power trowel with both
hands, it is forbidden to take handles with one hand only.