startup
Figure 16. Starter Grip
NOTICE
DO NOT pull the starter rope all the way to the end
DO NOT release the starter rope after pulling. Allow it to rewind as soon as possible.
6.When engine starts, release the starter grip and allow the rope to recoil.
7.If the choke lever was moved to the "CLOSED" position to start the engine gradually move it to the "OPEN" position (Figure 17) as the engine warms up. If the engine has not started repeat steps 1 through 6.
CHOKE
LEVER
OPEN
9.If the sprinkling of water is required, place water valve in the ON position.
OFF
ON 
Figure 18. Water Valve (ON)
10.To begin compacting, place the throttle lever (Figure 19) in the “RUN” position.
Figure 19. Throttle Lever (Run)
Figure 17. Choke Lever (Open)
8.Before the compactor is placed in to operation, run the engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with a lose component.
MVC88VTH/VTHW PLATE COMPACTOR • operation and parts manual — rev. #2 (12/09/13) — page 19