
MAINTENANCE
Figure 14. Engine Oil Plug
Changing Vibrator Oil
1.When changing the vibrator oil, remove the drain plug located at the bottom- right of the vibrator (Figure 5), and simply tip the compactor to drain the oil. Note that the oil will drain more easily while it is hot. Remember to use only
Air Filter
1.The air filter element should be cleaned because a clogged air cleaner can cause poor engine starting, lack of power and shorten engine life substantially.
2.To clean or replace air filter loosen the wing nut on the air filter housing (Figure 15), remove the cover and take out air filter cartridge. If only cleaning of the air filter is desired blow through the air filter cartridge from the inside, moving a jet of dry compressed air up and down until all dust is removed.
CAUTION
NEVER attempt to check
Checking and Replacing the V-Belt and Clutch
1.After 200 hours of operation, remove the upper belt cover to check the
CAUTION
Whenever the compactor's vibration becomes weak or lost duringnormaloperationregardlessofoperationhours,check
Replacing the V-belt
Remove the upper and lower belt covers. Engage an offset wrench (13 mm) or the like to vibrator pulley (lower) fastening bolt. Engage waste cloth or the like at midway of
Reinstalling the V-belt
Engage
Checking Clutch
Check the clutch simultaneously with
Figure 15. Air Filter
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