MVC-88VGE/VGEWPLATECOMPACTOR—COMPONENTS(COMPACTOR)
Figure 1. Plate Compactor Controls
Figure 1 shows the location of the basic controls and components of the
1. | WaterTank Cap (VGEW Only) – Remove this cap to add |
| water to the water tank. |
2. | FuelTank Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel. |
3.Lifting Bale – 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 ROBIN engine. Refer to the ROBIN owner's manual for engine information and related topics.
6. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the
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 Tube (Sprinkler) – Supplies water to the soil via a splash plate.
10. Water
11. Water Tank (VGEW only) – Holds 13.7 quarts of water (removable, no tools required).
