Multiquip Mikasa Reversable Plate Compator MVH-R60H - Manual (Page 13)

MVH-R60H —OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/09/04) — PAGE 13
MVH-R60H — FEATURES
Definition of Plate Compactor
The Mikasa MVH-R60H is a walk-behind, reversible plate
compactor design for the compaction of sand, clay and asphalt.
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 soil 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 MVH-R60H produce low amplitude
high frequency vibrations, designed to compact granular soils.
The resulting vibrations cause forward motion. The engine and
handle are vibration isolated from the vibrating plate. The heavier
the plate, the more compaction force it generates.
Reversible Vibratory Plates
Reversible vibratory plates have two eccentric weights that allow
a smooth transition for forward and reverse travel, plus increased
compaction force as the result of dual weights.
Due to their weight and force, reversible plates are ideal for
semi-cohesive soils.
Frequency/Speed
The compactor's vibrating plate has a frequency of 6000 vpm
(vibrations per minute). The forward and reverse travel speed of
the compactor is approximately 82 ft./minute (25 meters/minute).
Engine
The Mikasa MVH-R60H Reversible Plate Compactor is equipped
with an Honda GX120K1SM12 gasoline engine.
Controls
Before starting the MVH-R60H Reversible Plate Compactor,
identify and understand the function of the controls and
components as indicated on Figure 3.