Marshalltown 800MP Mixer - Manual (Page 8)

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4 – MIXER TRANSPORT
1. Secure drum by engaging drum lock.
2. Secure all moveable parts, including the rear housing.
3. Secure tow pole coupler to vehicle and attach safety chains and hooks. (See
FIGURE 2, Safety Chains).
A. Pintle type couplers require the appropriate tow vehicle coupler retainer.
B. Match ball coupler size exactly with hitch ball.
5 – OPERATING THE MIXER
STARTING THE MIXER
Start the mixer engine/motor. Refer to the engine/motor manual for proper starting
procedures.
Prior to engaging clutch, lift drum latch from between transport lock blocks. Pull drum
to dump position and lower drum latch to horizontal position. Return drum to operating
position with transport lock block resting against drum latch lever. (Note: Rotation of
paddles will hold drum into drum latch lever. SEE CAUTION DECAL ON MIXING
DRUM)
When the engine/motor is warmed up and is running smoothly, move the control lever to
the engaged position.
EXTENSION CORDS FOR ELECTRIC MOTORS
The following size extension cords should be used: length of cord, upt to 100 ft.-14 gauge
wire; up to 200 feet-12 gauge wire; up to 300 feet-10 gauge wire; up to 400 feet-8 gauge
wire.
NOTE: Extension cord must be a 3-wire power cord and 3-wire power plug that is
approved for outdoor use. When connecting the power cord, always connect cord to
motor first and then plug into a grounded receptacle. When disconnecting the
power cord, always unplug the grounded receptacle first.