Multiquip operation manual MVH-304DSB-OPERATION

4.Tomakethecompactormoveinthereversedirectionpullthe travel lever ( Figure 15) backwards.

5.Firmly gasp the compactor's hand grip, the compactor will beginmovinginthedesiredpositionwhenthedirectionlever has been placed in the desired position.

6.Slowly walk behind the compactor and be on the lookout for any large objects or foreign matter that might cause damage to the compactor or bodily injury.

7.Iftravelleverisplacedintheneutralposition,themachinewill vibrate in place.

8.Tomovethecompactorlaterally,holdthehandgripfirmlyand swingcompactor. Donotswingcompactorwhilegrippingthe travel lever.

STOPPING

1.Return the throttle lever to the START position (Figure 10). Allow the machine to cool down for 2 to 3minutes.

2.Turn the throttle lever to the STOP position (Figure 16) to stop the engine. If using an electric start unit, return the key switch to the STOP position (Figure 17) as soon as the engine stops.

3.Close the fuel cock (Figure 9).

Figure 16. Throttle Lever (Stop)

Figure 17. Starter Switch (STOP)

Emergency Shutdown

1.Move the throttle lever quickly to the STOP position, and place the engine IGNITION switch in the OFF position.

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STOWING THE HANDLE

1.Push up the handlle (Figure 18).

2.Pull the stopper grip upward into the hole of the guard frame to lock the handle.

Figure 18. Stowing the Handle

LIFTING

1.Use a crane or lift to load and unload the machine. A skilled crane operator is required to perform the job.

2.When lifting the machine, check for any damaged or loose bolts, lifting hooks, and shock mounts.

3.Check any damaged or loose bolts in the guard frame to avoid machine sliding off.

4.Make sure that the machine is shut off before machine is lifted.

5.Use reliable cable for lifting.

6.Always lift the machine vertically and keep the machine away from workers and animals.

7.Do not lift the machine higher than the required height.

TRANSPORTING

1.Always make sure that the machine is shut off while being transported.

2.Check that the fuel cap is properly closed and tightened.

3.When traveling long distances or on rugged terrain, drain the fuel of the machine before transporting.

4.Tie down the machine securely on the transportation so that it will not move or topple over.

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