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Operation

CAUTION

ALWAYS follow all safety rules referenced in the safety section of this manual before operating compactor. Keep work area clear of debris and other objects that could cause damage to the compactor or bodily injury.

1.Once the engine has started, move the engine throttle lever quickly to the run position.

2.With the throttle lever in the run position, the engine speed should be around 2,300 RPM, therefore engaging the centrifugal clutch.

NOTICE

ALWAYS move the throttle lever quickly without hesitation, because increasing the engine speed slowly causes the clutch to slip.

3.Firmly gasp the compactor's handle bar with both hands, the compactor will begin moving forward.

4.Slowly walk behind the compactor and be on the lookout for any large objects or foreign matter that might cause damage to the compactor or bodily injury.

NOTICE

NEVER stop the engine suddenly while working at high speeds.

5.Compactor traveling speed may drop on soils which contain clay, however there may be cases where traveling speed drops because the compaction plate does not leave the ground surface easily due to the composition of the soil. To rectify this problem do the following:

„„Check the bottom plate to see if clay or equivalent material has been lodge in the plate mechanism. If so, wash with water and remove.

„„Remember the compactor does not work as efficiently on clay or soils that have a high moisture content level.

Stopping the Engine

Normal Shutdown

1.Move the throttle lever to the idle position (Figure 20) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed.

Figure 20. Throttle Lever (Idle)

2. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 21) in the "OFF" position.

OFF

ON

Figure 21. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF Position)

3.Place the fuel shut-off lever (Figure 22) in the "OFF" position.

Figure 22. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)

4.If applicable place water valve (Figure 18) in the OFF position.

„„If the soil has a high moisture level, dry soil to appropriate moisture content level or carry out compaction twice.

Emergency Shutdown

1.Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.

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MVC88VTHW, MVC88VTH specifications

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