MVC-90H PLATE COMPACTOR — INSPECTION
Before Starting:
CAUTION - General Safety Precautions
NEVER operate the compactor in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the compactor.
■Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
■Remove dirt and dust, particularly in the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
■Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, clean or replace the air filter with a new one as required.
■Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressed air.
■Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
■Check the Engine Oil level.
■Check the Fuel level.
■Check the
■Check the Vibrator Oil level.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the plate compactor on secure level ground with the engine stopped.
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum oil capacity is 400 cc.
Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick
The Oil Alert system will automatically stop the engine
NOTEbefore the engine falls below safe limits. Always be sure to check the engine oil level prior to starting the engine.
Table 4. Oil Type
Season | Temperature | Oil Type |
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Summer | 25°C or Higher | SAE |
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Spring/Fall | 25°C~10°C | SAE |
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Winter | 0°C or Lower | SAE |
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Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick