Multiquip MVH-406DSY - PRE-INSPECTION, Oil Type, Before Starting, Checking Engine Oil Level

CAUTION

NEVER operate the compactor in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.

ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the compactor.

Before Starting

1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.

2.Familiarize yourself with the operating and control elements of the machine

and the working environment. This includes obstacles in the working area, bearing capacity of the ground and the necessary safety provisions.

3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.

4.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness. Loose threads may cause damage to the machine when vibrating.

5. Understand the geographical features and regulations ofthe job site.

6.Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust. Particularly, the bottom of the plate, engine cooling air inlet.

Checking Engine Oil Level

1.To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on secure level ground with the engine stopped.

2.Remove the dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 6) and wipe it clean.

3.Insert and remove the dipstick witout screwing it into the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.

Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick Removal

MVH-406DSY — PRE-INSPECTION

4.If the oil level is low (Figure 7), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4).Maximum oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.10 liters).

Figure 7. Engine Oil Leve

Table 4. Oil Type

Season	Temperature	Oil Type
Summer	25°C or Higher	SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall	25°C~10°C	SAE 10W-30/20
Winter	0°C or Lower	SAE 10W-10

Checking the Hydraulic Oil Level

1.To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on secure level ground with the engine stopped.

2.Remove the hydraulic oil breather cap located at the top of the hydraulic oil tank (Figure 8).

3.Using a 24 mm wrench, remove the hydraulic oil filler plug.

3.Visually inspect to determine if hydraulic oil level is low. If oil level is low add Shell Tellus 46 hydraulic oil or equavalent through the hand pump oil filler port.

Figure 8. Hydraulic Oil Filler Plug Removal

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