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Thank you for choosing The Tomahawk Power Screed TVSA-T and TVSA-H For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: Purchase Date: Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. This screed is designed for certain applications only. Tomahawk Equipment cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification or use of this product in an application for which it was not designed.
Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use This screed uses vibration through a screed board to embed aggregate and reduce air voids in concrete making the slabs stronger. It can be used with a variety of board lengths including 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 12ft, and 14ft on slab floors, roads, pavement or parking lots. Replacement boards and boards in other lengths are sold separately — see technical specifications page for part numbers. Power Source. The screed is powered by a gasoline engine. Supplies Required.
Material Aluminum ← ← ← Important Safety Information The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner. DO NOT allow persons to assemble or operate this product until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the product works.
Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury and/or property damage if contacted. PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the Screed. Do not use the Screed while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. Dress properly.
SCREED USE AND CARE Do not force the Screed to perform an operation other than its intended use. Screeds do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct Screed for the job. Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the Screed will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the Screed with a damaged part. Store the Screed when it is not in use.
Specific Operation Warnings To avoid fatal accident Stop the engine before refueling and be careful not to spill fuel during the refueling. Spilled fuel may ignite causing a fire. Do not refuel the engine near flammable objects to avoid fire. Do not run the engine in enclosed areas to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. To protect the operator When fatigue from operation, the operator must stop the machine and take break.
The operator must be fully equipped with safety equipment including a crash helmet, safety gloves, safety shoes, safety glasses and mask before operating the screed. Do not transport the screed with fuel in its fuel tank by the motor vehicle. Do not lift the screed by a person when putting on and off from vehicle. Always use a proper lifting crane to move. Lifting by person may cause personal injury due to its heavy weight. Make sure to securely fasten the screed for transportation.
Main Parts of the Screed 01 Handle Rubber 02 Handle 03 Engine Stop Switch 04 Engine Throttle Lever 05 Stand Pipe 06 Board 07 Isolate Rubber 08 Vibratory Housing 09 Flexible Hose 10 Engine Muffler 11 Priming Bulb 12 Engine Fuel Cap 13 Engine Recoil Starter Page 10 of 23
Assembly Instructions 1. Put a desired length screed board on solid ground. 2. Locate the screed head in the middle of screed board by the holes in the rear flange of the board. 3. Attach the screed to the rear flange of the screed board with bolts and nuts (see the Screed Board section of the parts list). Tighten the bolts and nuts with 87.3 lbf-ft (1200 kgf-cm) of torque. 4. For the TVSA-H model with a Honda Engine. Attach desired screed board with 4 bolts to assembly.
Operating Instructions Read and understand both the screed user’s manual (this manuals) and the engine manual before starting or operating the screed to avoid incorrect operation that may result in damage or injury. Starting the Engine 1. Perform all the Before Each Use steps. 2. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSED position. If restarting a warm engine leave the choke lever in the OPEN position. 3.
Operation Read and understand both the engine and compactor user’s manuals before starting or operating the compactor to avoid incorrect operation that may result in damage or injury. Note: Whenever high speed operation is NOT required, slow the engine by moving the throttle lever to a low position to save fuel and extend the life of the equipment. 1. Once the engine has started and warmed up, open the throttle fully in the direction of the arrow to operate the screed. 2.
Maintenance Check that the compactor engine is turned off and cooled before attempting any maintenance, cleaning, or inspection. Performing maintenance on an operating compactor can cause injury. Maintain the Screed by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures: Also refer to the engine manufacturer’s instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance. The following chart is based on a normal operation schedule.
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Troubleshooting Please check the list below before addressing the problems to servicing personnel including local dealer. And if the problem continues after the troubleshooting as described below, call your local dealer for future assistance. Failure Vibrates insufficient and as a result the concrete floor can’t be leveled and smoothed in the proper way. Concrete looks “WAVY” as the screed board passes over it Leaving HIGH or LOW spots during wet screeding. Board digs into wet concrete.
Limited Warranty Tomahawk Power LLC. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Tomahawk product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of 1 year from date of. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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