WM45H/E PLASTER MORTAR MIXER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/27/12) — PAGE 13
COMPONENTS
Figure 2 illustrates the basic components and controls of
the WM45H and WM45E mixer.
1. Lifting Handle Bars — Use these handle bars to lift
and maneuver the mixer.
2. Pivot Point/Zerk Fitting — There is, on each end of
the mixing drum a zerk grease fitting. These fittings
lubricate the dumping mechanism. Lubricate both
fittings at least twice a week.
3. Safety Grill — Provided for operator safety. This safety
grill is designed to keep hands and solid objects out of
the mixing drum when in use. This grill should be closed
at all times when mixer is in use. DO NOT remove the
grill or grill opening bar. Keep the grill clean by washing
it down daily.
4. Mixing Paddles — Used in the mixing of material.
This unit uses four different types of paddles to provide
a fast uniform mix.
5. Bag Cutter — This feature allows compound mixing
bags to be opened easily, therefore allowing the
contents of the bag to fall directly into the mixing drum.
6. Engine Cover — Lift this cover to gain access to the
engine compartment.
7. Lifting Handle Bars (Engine Side) — Use these
fold-down handle bars to lift and maneuver the mixer.
8. Engine ON/OFF Switch — Pull switch outward to start
engine. Push inward to stop engine. This feature is on
gasoline models only.
9. Tires — Replace tires with the recommended type
tire of 12 x 3.
10. Chock Blocks — Place these blocks (not included
as part of the mixer package) under each mixer wheel
to prevent rolling.
11. Steel Mixing Drum — Mixing materials such as mortar,
plaster are to be placed into this drum for mixing.
Always clean the drum after each use
12. Dump Handle — Pull this handle downward to dump
the contents of the drum. Push the handle upward to
return the drum to its vertical position.
Figure 2. Major Components