Keep on Trowelin'

Routine maintenance and daily cleaning will keep your trowels productive and safe.


Daily maintenance checklist:

  • Thoroughly clean a trowel at the end of each day
  • Be sure all controls function properly, including safety switches and pitching control
  • Clean and lubricate blade-pitching system
  • In regards to the machine's engine, check fuel level, oil level, and air filter or coolant
  • Check gear case oil level
  • Tighten bolts that attach to the blades
  • Check blades, and replace if needed

Weekly maintenance checklist:

  • Examine the spider and its arms to ensure they're in the proper position
  • Examine drive belt for wear and tension
  • Lubricate all moving parts

Monthly maintenance checklist:

  • Change engine oils
  • Change or clean engine air filter
  • Inspect coolant
  • Inspect spark plug
  • Visual inspection of fuel tank for contaminants
  • Run the machine on hard concrete to ensure it is balanced and running smooth