MVC80VH/VHW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #3 (1/13/11) — PAGE 17
2. The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm
(Figure 7) when depressed with finger at midway between
the clutch and vibration pulley shafts.
CLUTCH
PULLEY
VIBRATOR
PULLEY
Figure 5. V-Belt Hazard
1. To check the V-belt tension, remove the three bolts that
secure the belt cover to the frame as shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6. V-Belt Cover Removal
3. A loose V-belt will decrease the power transmission output,
causing reduced compaction and premature wear of the
belt.
4. If the V-belt becomes worn or loose, replace it.
Figure 7. V-Belt Tension
Figure 8. Vibrator Oil Plug
Vibrator Oil Check
1. Place the MVC80VH/VHW plate compactor horizontally on
a flat surface. Make sure the compactor is level when check-
ing the oil in the vibrator assembly.
2. Check vibrator oil level by removing the plug (vibrator oil gauge)
as shown in Figure 8. The oil level should be up to the oil plug.
The vibrator holds 140 cc (approximately 4 oz.). IMPORTANT,
if oil is required, replace using only SAE10W-30 motor oil.
INSPECTIONNEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine r un-
ning. Severe injury can occur of your hand (Figure 5) gets
caught between the V-belt and the clutch. Always use
safety gloves.
CAUTION