Multiquip MVC-70H/HW Counter weights, Water tube, Liters of water, removable no tools required

MVC-70H/HW — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR)

Figure 3. MVC-70H/HW Plate Compactor Components

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

1. Water Tank Cap (for MVC-70HW only) – Remove this cap to add water to the water tank.

2. FuelTank Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel.

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

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

5. Gasoline Engine – This plate compactor uses a HONDA GX160K1QMX2 HONDA engine. Refer to the HONDA owner's manual for engine information.

6.	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.
7.	Vibrating Plate – A flat, open plate made of durable cast
	iron construction used in the compacting of soil.

8. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and

	counter weights.
9.	Water Shut-Off Valve (for MVC-70HW only) – Turn this
	valve downward to let water flow from the water tank to the
	water tube.
10.	WaterTank (for MVC-70HW only) – Holds 10.6 quarts
	(10 liters) of water, removable no tools required.

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