Multiquip MVH408GH General Information, Definition Of Plate Compactor, Vibratory Plates, Engine

GENERAL INFORMATION

DEFINITION OF PLATE COMPACTOR

The Mikasa MVH408GH is a reversible plate compactor designed for efficient compaction of sand, graveland cohesive soils. This plate compactor is a powerful compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive high frequency vibrations to a soil surface. Its applications include compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable installation work.

VIBRATORY PLATES

The vibratory plates of the compactor produce low amplitude high frequency vibrations, designed to compact granular soils and asphalt.

The resulting vibrations cause forward motion. The engine and handle are vibration isolated from the vibrating plate.

FREQUENCY/SPEED

The compactor's vibrating plate produces a vibration frequency of 4,400 VPM (vibrations per minute). The travel speed of the compactor is approximately

82ft/minute (25 meters/minute).

ENGINE

This plate compactor is equipped with a Honda GX390UT2SMXC air cooled, 4-cycle gasoline engine. The engine drives an eccentric weight at a high speed to develop a compaction force.

CONTROLS

Before starting the plate compactor identify and understand the function of all the controls and components.

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