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Figure 1. Plate Compactor Controls
Figure 1 shows the location of the basic controls and components
of the MVC80VH/VHW Plate Compactor. The function of each
control is described below:
1. Water Tank Cap (VHW Only) – Remove this cap to add
water to the water tank.
2. Fuel Tank 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 HONDA
GX160U1SM12 engine. Refer to the HONDA owner's
manual for engine information and related topics.
6. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the
V-belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover.
If the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility exists that
your hand may get caught between the V-belt and clutch,
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 (VHW only) – Turn this valve
downward to let water flow from the water tank to the water
tube.
10. Water Tank (VHW only) – Holds 13.8 quar ts of water
(removable, no tools required).
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