Multiquip manual MVC-40G Components Plate Compactor

Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general maintenance parts. The function of each component is described below:

MVC-40G — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR)

Figure 3. MVC-40G Plate Compactor Components

5. Vibrating Plate – A flat, open plate made of durable cast iron construction used in the compacting of soil.

1. Hand Lift Handle – When lifting of the compactor by personnel is required, use this hand lift handle. DO NOT attach a crane or heavy lifting device to this handle to lift the compactor.

2.Lifting Bale – When lifting of the compactor is required either by forklift, crane etc., tie rope or chain around this lifting point.

3. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor use this handle bar to maneuver the compactor.

4. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain acess to the V- belts.NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover.If the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility exist that your hand may get caught between the V-belt and clutch, thus causing serious injury and bodily harm.

6. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and counter weights.

7. Gasoline Engine – This plate compactor uses a 4-stroke, air cooled ROBIN EH09-2D gasoline engine. Refer to the ROBIN owner's manual for engine information.

MVC-40G PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (06/06/07) — PAGE 13