Marshalltown 1200MP Mixer - Manual (Page 6)

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TOW POLE ASSEMBLY
The tow pole assembly is located on the front of the mixer and is used for transport only. For transport, pull the tow pole
assembly out, line up the holes and insert the L-shaped pin through holes. When operating the mixer, pull the L-shaped pin
out of the hole and push tow pole assembly all the way in. Line up the holes and insert the L-shaped pin through the holes.
MIXER TRANSPORT
Secure drum by engaging drum lock. Secure all moveable parts, including the rear housing. Secure tow pole coupler to
vehicle and attach safety chains and hooks. (See FIGURE 1, Safety Chains). The included pintle type couplers require the
appropriate tow vehicle coupler retainer.
PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS
The following steps should be taken prior to placing the mixer in use:
1. The operator must be familiar with the location and operation of all controls.
2. The unit ships with oil, but check the crankcase oil level on gasoline powered units, and fill the fuel tank before starting.
3. Check for free rotation of the mixer blade shaft by rotating the drum through one complete dump-charge-dump cycle.
Make sure no foreign objects or tools are in drum before starting engine/motor.
4. Start engine/motor, slowly engage the drum drive and check for smooth operation of the mixer blade shaft and drive.
5. Move the clutch lever through several cycles to assure correct clutch operation.
CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS
1. The mixing paddles feature adjustable rubber wipers and steel backing plates. Paddles are factory preset for maximum
drum wrap clearance. If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
A. Loosen the wiper attaching hardware and move the wiper outward to maintain contact with the drum but without
folding over when in operation.
B. After adjustment, turn the mixer arms one full turn manually to check clearance and eliminate the possibility of
wiper back plates contacting the drum.
2. Read through the manual for all operation, adjustment and maintenance instructions. Be sure all engine/motor and drive
system operation instructions are followed as outlined .
3. All nuts and cap screws should be checked and tightened during the first two (2) hours of use. Periodic checks should
be made thereafter.
CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER
This control is located in front of the mixing drum on the mixer leg. (See Figure 2.)
This control engages and disengages the drive to the mixing blades
To avoid personal injury, this control must be disengaged before
starting engine/motor or when mixer is not in use.
TO ENGAGE: Position lever in line with the mixer frame (12 o’clock position). Lever is held in the engage position by the
over-center action of the linkage.
TO DISENGAGE: Push lever down (counter-clock-wise) to the 9 o’clock position. Lever is spring loaded to hold it in the
disengaged position.
Figure 2