MVH-402GHB — PLATE COMPACTOR COMPONENTS
Figure 3. MVH-402GHB Reversible Plate
Compactor Components
Figure 3 illustrates the location of the major components for the
1. Hand Grip – When operating the compactor use this hand grip to maneuver the compactor.
2. Forward & Reverse Lever – Push the lever forward, the compactor will move in a forward direction, pull the lever backwards, the compactor will move in backwards direction. Placing the lever in the middle (midway) will cause the compactor not to move (neutral).
3. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor, this handle is to be in the downward position. When the compactor is to be stored, move the handle bar to the upright position.
4.Guard Hook - Used to lift the machine with crane or other lifting device.
5.Stopper - Locks the handle in place in the upward position for stowing.
6. Engine – This plate compactor uses a HONDA GX390K1 gasoline engine. Refer to the owner’s manual for engine information and related topics.
7.Battery -
8. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the V- belts. NEVER run the compactor without the
9. Base Plate – Designed to compact sand, clay, and asphalt.
10. Oil Tank – Fill with proper grade of diesel engine oil.
11. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and counter weights.
12.Hydraulic Cylinder – Activated by moving the travel lever. The cylinder controls the direction of movement by the plate compactor.
13. Shock Absorber – Protects plate compactor from damage by absorbing vibration during operation.
14. Throttle Lever – Controls the speed of the plate compactor. Place straight vertically to start, push fully counterclockwise for full throttle and fully clockwise to stop plate compactor.
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