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GILS J J N MIXERS MORTAR-PLASTER MIXER MODEL: 600MP 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 25. 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 Ch[...]
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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 to[...]
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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 MIXING SHAFT BEARINGS The mixing shaft bearings are permanently factory sealed and lubricated, and should not require further service. DRUM SHAFT BEARING HANGERS Drum 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-pur[...]
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12 8 – ADJUSTMENT RUBBER WIPER BLADES Adjust rubber wipers so they fit snugly against the drum but not to the point that they fold over when the blades rotate. 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: [...]
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13 9 – STORAGE For short term storage, clean the mixer and store in a dry place. If the mixer is not to be used for an extended period of time, service the mixer completely and store in a dry place. 1. Refer to the engine/motor instructions for storage instructions. 2. Cover exposed metal surfaces with a thin coat of SAE 30 weight engine oil. 3. [...]
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15 Concrete Mixer Parts List REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY DRUM & DRIVE 1 232255 Bearing Hanger 2 2 1031 Grease Fitting 4 3 214837 Gear 1 4 5079 Drum Sheel Assembly 1 5 5207 Grill Assembly 1 6 232392 Bearing Support Assembly 2 7 245704 Drum Tilt Lever 1 8 5771 Drum Seal 2 9 245349 Houseing, Seal 2 10 5772 O-ring Seal Clamp 2 11 5773 O-Ring 2[...]
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17 Concrete Mixer Parts List MIXING BLADES REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245711 Mixing Arm Assembly, Tow End 2 2 245709 Mixing Arm Assembly, Engine End 2 3 245705 MixingArm Cap 4 4 5235 Drum Wrap Wiper 4 5 5234 Wrap Wiper Backing Plate 4 6 5230 End Wiper Backing Plate 2 7 5231 Drum End Wiper 2 8 *70343 Capscrew, Hex HD 1/2-13 x 1 1/2 Gr 5 10 9[...]
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19 Concrete Mixer Parts List ENGINE HOUSING AND AXLE REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245712 Engine Housing Assembly w/decals 1 2 245701 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 Concrete Mixer Parts List FRAME, DRIVE AND CLUTCH CONTROL REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 245265 Frame, Engine and Drive Support 1 2 245281 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 232301 Tow Pole Assembly Pintle (std) 1 7 *71215 Capscrew, Hex Hd 1/2-13 x 3 1/4 Gr 5 1 8 245426 [...]
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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 *70703 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 Mixer Parts List ENGINE AND POWER OPTIONS MP600 Model 59299 REF. # PART # DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 14 245200 Engine, Honda GX240HA 8 HP 1 15 245400 Engine Mount Plate 1 16 239969 Belts (set of 2) 1 17 5254 Pulley, Drive 5 3/4 O.D. 1 18 5240 Pulley, Driven 8 1/4 O.D. 1 19 *70170 Capscrew, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 1 3/4 Gr 5 4 MP600 Model 59297 14 29055 Engin[...]
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26 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, repair or replace parts which are found to be defective. All transportation charges for replacement parts must be bor[...]
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27 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 warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may als[...]