Multiquip manual MVC-90L Plate Compactor -TROUBLESHOOTING Plate Compactor

MVC-90L PLATE COMPACTOR —TROUBLESHOOTING (PLATE COMPACTOR)

Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Plate Compactor Troubleshooting (Table 9) information shown below and on the following page. If the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit just as it is and consult our company's business office or service plant.

TABLE 9. PLATE COMPACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
	Engine speed too low?	Set engine speed to correct RPM.
	Clutch slips?	Check or replace clutch.
Travel speed too low, and vibration is
	V-belt slips?	Adjust or replace V-belt.
weak.
	Excessive oil in vibrator?	Drain excess oil and fill to proper level.
	Malfunction in vibrator housing?	Check eccentric, gears and counter
		weights.
	V-belt slips?	Replace V-belt.
Does not travel forward.	Clutch slips?	Check clutch springs and shoes.
	Vibrator locked?	Check vibrator housing (eccentric,
		gears and counterweights)

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