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GILS J J N MIXERS MORTAR-PLASTER MIXER MODEL: 1200MP OPERATOR’S GUIDE & PARTS MANUAL GILS J J N MIXERS BY 4343 Easton Road · St. Joseph, MO 64503 816-233-4840 · 800-253-3676 Fax 816-233-4624 · 888-253-3676 E-Mail: cleform@ccp.com Web Address: www.cleform.com[...]
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1 INTRODUCTION This operator’s manual has been prepared to provide the information you need to correctly operated and maintain your mixer. For maximum satisfaction, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Should you need repair parts or service, refer to the parts breakdown on pages 14 through 27. Information regarding operatio[...]
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 2. ASSEMBLY AND PREOPERATIONAL CHECKS . . . . . . . 4 3. CONTROLS AND OPERATION Clutch Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Tow Pole Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety[...]
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3 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS ARE SUGGESTED TO HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS. A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED BY OBSERVING CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS. READ AND PRACTICE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT TO HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS. EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY BY THOSE WHO A[...]
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4 Never charge or fill the unit prior to starting the mixing blades as an overload encountered in starting a loaded unit could damage the engine/motor or drive components. Connect safety chains as instructed when towing the mixer. Connect only to correct hitch or coupler. Keep warning, caution and safety instruction labels clean and in [...]
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5 3 – CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS 1. The mixing paddles feature adjustable rubber wipers and steel backing plates. Paddles are factory preset for appropriate 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 w[...]
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6 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 hold 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 ins[...]
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7 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 [...]
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8 LOADING THE MIXER When the mixing blades are rotating, pour the required amount of water into the drum , then add cement, sand and lime. The desired mixing speed is 33 RPM. DISCHARGING THE MIXER Allow the entire mixture to mix for one (1) full minute. DO NOT STOP MIXER FROM ROTATING. Hold the tilt handle and disengage the drum lock. Dump mortar t[...]
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9 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE FOR MP MIXERS. ENGINE WON’T START: 1. Check for sufficient fuel. 2. Check oil level (some engines have an oil alert, preventing the engine from starting when oil level is low) 3. Was engine choked when starting? 4. Is engine flooded? 5. Check spark plug. (Clean and check gap). 6. If engine still won’t start, take to ser[...]
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10 6 – OPERATING GUIDELINES MASONRY CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES The strength and durability of brick masonry depends upon the quality of the brick, the quality of the mortar and the workmanship in laying. The strength also depends upon adequate bond and the shape of the masonry unit. Brick quality – Characteristics are hardness and density. Brick f[...]
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11 7 – LUBRICATION DRUM SEAL HOUSINGS Drum seals are provided on each end of the drum where the mixing shaft passes through to the bearings. It is important to pump grease into the housings through use to retain seal efficiency. Use enough grease to flush out old grease and carry away any grit. Use lithium based grade 2 multi-purpose grease. SEE [...]
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12 DRUM SHAFT BEARING HANGERS Drum yoke bearing hangers are located on each side of the drum, and are equipped with grease fittings. These bearings should be lubricated once each week with lithium based grade 2 multi-purpose grease. ENGINE/MOTOR Refer to the engine/motor operating instructions for all maintenance and lubrication instructions and re[...]
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13 ENGINE/MOTOR DRIVE SEE FIGURE 4. 1. Align pulleys correctly 2. Tighten locking collars in the direction of rotation and tighten setscrews. 3. Adjust tension on the engine belt as follows: A. Place clutch lever in the engaged (drive) position. B. Move the engine/motor to tighten the belt until the engine plate is slightly above the horizontal pos[...]
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15 Concrete Mixer Parts List REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY DRUM & DRIVE 1 232444 Bearing Hanger 2 2 1031 Grease Fitting 4 3 232478 Gear (Gasoline Powered Models) 1 245498 Gear (Electric Powered Models) 1 4 245466 Drum Shell Assembly 1 5 245459 Grill Assembly 1 6 232459 Bearing Support Assembly 2 7 5126 Drum Tilt Lever 1 8 232465 Drum Seal 2 [...]
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17 Concrete Mixer Parts List MIXING BLADES REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245460 Mixing Arm Assembly, Engine End 2 2 245463 Mixing Arm Assembly, Tow End 2 3 245461 Mixing Arm Cap 4 4 5585 Drum Wrap Wiper 4 5 5643 Wrap Wiper Backing Plate 4 6 5088 End Wiper Backing Plate 2 7 5089 Drum End Wiper 2 8 *71195 Capscrew, Hex HD 5/8-11 x 2 Gr 5 10 9 *7[...]
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19 Concrete Mixer Parts List ENGINE HOUSING AND AXLE REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245471 Engine Housing Assembly w/decals 1 2 245470 Housing Base Assembly 1 3 32082 Reflector 2 4 232623 T-Handle Latch 2 5 5402 Handle, Engine Housing 1 6 220521 Rivet, Handle 4 7 223590 Rubber Bumper 4 8 232614 Housing Base Front Plate 1 9 213297 Screw, Thread [...]
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21 FRAME, DRIVE AND CLUTCH CONTROL REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245450 Frame, Engine and Drive Support 1 2 245201 Frame Assembly 1 3 232276 Pin and Chain Assembly 1 4 *70731 Pin, Cotter 3/16 x 1 1 5 *2776 Spring Clip 1 6 239764 Tow Pole Assembly Pintle (std) 1 7 *71224 Capscrew, Hex Hd 1/2-13 x 3 1/4 Gr 5 1 8 245426 Handle, Drum Lock 1 9 3628[...]
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23 Concrete Mixer Parts List ENGINE AND POWER OPTIONS REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 232412 Belt Guide, Upper 1 2 245339 Belt Guide, Lower (Angled Bracket) 1 3 *70631 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Cone Lock 3 4 *70687 Washer, 3/8 Flat 4 5 232548 Pivot Blocks, Engine Plate 2 6 *70258 Capscrew, Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 2 Gr 5 4 7 *70553 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 4 8 *70649 Washe[...]
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25 MP1200 MODEL 59334 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 14 5328 MOTOR, 3 HP #5K675 1 245496 MOTOR MOUNTING ADAPTER (NOT SHOWN) 1 15 245449 MOTOR MOUNT PLATE 1 16 5115 BELTS (SET OF 2) 1 17 5118 PULLEY, DRIVE 3 IN. O.D. 1 18 5121 PULLEY, DRIVEN 13 3/4 O.D. 1 19 *70170 CAPSCREW, HEX HD 5/16-18 X 1 3/4 GR 5 4 MP1200 MODEL 59338 14 5341 MOTOR, ELECTRIC[...]
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26 MODEL MP1210 THE ABOVE PARTS ARE EXCLUSIVE TO MODEL 1210. All other parts are common to all models and may be found on pages 14 – 25 of this manual.[...]
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27 MODEL MP1210 PARTS LIST REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245940 Engine, Honda 13 HP 1 2 *70272 Capscrew, Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 3 1/4 Gr 5 4 3 *70649 Washer, 3/8 Spring Lock 4 4 *70687 Washer, 3/8 Flat 4 5 *70553 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 4 6 *70343 Capscrew, 1/2-13 x 1 1/2 2 7 *70655 Washer, 1/2 Spring Lock 2 8 *70691 Washer, 1/2 Flat 2 9 *70563 Nut, Hex 1/2-[...]
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28 GILSON MIXER WARRANTY WARRANTY: This mixer is warranted to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use, for one year from purchase date. Cleform Tool Corp. shall without charge for parts and labor, repair or replace such parts which are found to be defective. All transportation charges for repl[...]
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29 TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF SUCH PERIOD. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warran[...]