EDCO POWER TROWELS - Manual (Page 6)

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Moving the Trowel:
• The blades of the Trowel spin in a clockwise direction (Figure 5).
• All EDCO Power trowels are directed left or right by applying a slight upward (lifting) or downward (lowering)
pressure on the handle (respectively). or combination of both (to move front to back.
• Example, An upward pressure on the handle will put more pressure on the blade furthest from you and that blade
will push the trowel to the left.
• Example, A downward pressure on the handle will put more pressure on the blade closest to you and that blade
will push the trowel to the right.
• Example, Slightly up with right hand and down with the left hand will put more pressure on the left side blade and
will move the trowel backwards.
Adjusting the Blade Angle:
• Rotate the blade adjustment knob (located on the top end of the trowel handle) clockwise to tilt the blades and
counterclockwise to fl atten the angle of the blade. (Review Figure 6)
• Adjustment is based on the desired performance for the specifi c job application.
Hoisting the trowel:
• Never lift a trowel with the fl oat pan over 3 feet (91.44cm) elevation. The pans are heavy and can
cause severe damage or injury.
• Shut off the motor/engine and unplug the motor for electric models, before transporting the trowel.
• Only hoist trowels that are equipped with an optional lifting bail. When hoisting the trowel, use proper lifting equip-
ment and techniques.
Clear the immediate area of co-workers and bystanders before hoisting the trowel. Never hoist the
trowel over areas were people are standing or working. Should any parts of the trowel fall off or should
the trowel itself fall while being lifted, serious injury or death could
occur.
• When lifting the trowel by hand, practice proper lifting techniques. The weight of the trowel is listed on page 3.
• Do not drop the trowel onto the blades. Damage to the equipment can result.
Clockwise
Blade
Rotation
Figure 5
B
L
A
D
E
A
N
G
L
E
FLAT TILT
Figure6