Multiquip MVC88VTHW Inspection, Before Starting, Engine Oil Check, Fuel Check, Water Tank Option

inspection

Before Starting

1.Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual.

2.Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.

3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.

4.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.

5.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.

Engine Oil Check

1.To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on secure level ground with the engine stopped.

2.Remove the dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 4) and wipe clean.

Figure 4. Engine Oil Dipstick Removal

3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

4.If the oil level is low (Figure 5), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type as listed in Table 4. Reference Table 2 for maximum engine oil capacity.

DANGER

EXPLOSIVE FUEL!

Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the compactor if the engine is hot! or running.

Fuel Check

1.Visually inspect (Figure 6) to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish with unleaded fuel.

FUEL

CAP

Figure 6. Fuel Check

2.When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.

Water Tank (Option)

If your unit is equipped with a water tank (Figure 7) and your applications requires water, fill water tank.

WATER

WATER SOURCE

TANK

Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)

Table 4. Oil Type

Season	Temperature	Oil Type
Summer	25°C or Higher	SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall	25°C~10°C	SAE 10W-30/20
Winter	0°C or Lower	SAE 10W-10

Figure 7. Water Tank Filling

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