Multiquip DS-Series (CHINA) - Manual (Page 11)

DS-SERIES DUOSCREED — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/19/01) — PAGE 11
DS-SERIES DUOSCREED — COMPONENTS
Figure 2. DuoScreed Components
Figure 1 shows the location of the components of the DuoScreed.
The function of each component is described below:
1. Oil Cap – Remove this cap to add engine oil.
2. Fuel tank – Remove the fuel tank cap to add unleaded
fuel ONLY! DO NOT mix fuel. DO NOT over fill. Tank
holds approximately .172 gallons (.65 liters)
3. Throttle Control – Move the throttle lever to the down
position for full throttle (max RPM's), for engine idle, move
the throttle lever to the
up position.
4. Handle Bar Adjustment Knobs – Loosen these two
knobs to adjust the handle bar to a suitable working position.
5. Handle Bar – Used in the steering of DuoScreed.
6. Hand Grip – When operating the DuoScreed use this hand
grip to maneuver the machine.
7. Support Stand Latch – Use this latch to lock support
stand in place when DuoScreed is in operation.
8. Engine ON/OFF Switch – Set this switch in the ON
position to start the engine, set in the OFF position to stop
the engine.
9. Support Stand – Use this stand to support the DuoScreed
when not in use.
10. Shock Mounts – Used to absorb the vibration generated
by the DuoScreed. These shock mounts minimize the
transfer of vibration to the operator.
11. Spring-Loaded Wing Nuts– Turn these 3 spring loaded
wing nuts counterclockwise to release the blade from the
aluminum clamping strip, turn clockwise to secure the blade
to the clamping strip.
12. Blade – The DuoScreed comes in various blade sizes
ranging from 4.95 to 19.6 feet.
13. Locking Nuts – These 3 locking nuts are used in
conjunction with the 3 spring loaded wing nuts which
secure the blade to the aluminum clamping strip. Important!
always cover the two outer nuts with the provided plastic
cap. This will prevent concrete and other debris from
entering the quick disconnect system.
14. Eccentric Cover – Encloses the adjustable eccentric
weights.
15. Gasoline Engine – This DuoScreed uses a HONDA
GX31SA engine. Refer to the HONDA owners manual for
engine information and related topics.
16. End Caps – Allows the DuoScreed to be maneuvered
around pipe or obstructions.
17. Flexible Drive Shaft– Connected to the drive shaft of the
engine, provides the vibrational force for the eccentric
weights.
18. Lifting Bar– To lift or transport the DuoScreed, grab this
bar .