Vestil MTC-RB - Manual (Page 8)

O PERATION :
Read the entire manual before you use the compactor for the first time AND before each subsequent use.
If questions remain after you finish reading the manual, contact Vestil for answers. DO NOT attempt to resolve
problems with the compactor UNLESS you are certain that the device will be safe to use afterwards.
Improper operation may result in serious personal injuries.
• DO NOT compact contents into a container that is structurally insufficient/compromised.
• ALWAYS inspect the compactor and the waste drum BEFORE each use according to the inspection
instructions on p. 9. ONLY use the compactor if it passes the inspection.
• Waste storage drum may be too heavy for one person to maneuver. If necessary, ask someone to help you or
employ additional means to move the drum.
• NEVER modify or alter the compactor in any way without express, written authorization from Vestil.
Modifications and/or alterations might cause the compactor to function unpredictably, or might make the
compactor unsafe to use.
T
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OMPACT
W
ASTE
M
ATERIAL
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Jack movement direction:
Down Up
FIG. 9: Jack Direction Levers
Step 1 Free the jack handle by removing the storage pin (#11) (Fig.
7). Turn the jack direction levers to the “UP” position (Fig. 9),
and fully raise the compactor plate. MTC-RB units: remove
bolt securing roll-out tray (Fig. 8).
Step 2 Center drum under the jack. For MTC-RB units: roll out tray,
place drum on tray and push drum and tray under jack. Center
drum under jack.
Step 3 Turn the jack direction levers to the “DOWN” position (Fig. 9).
Step 4 Stand to one side of the jack handle, so that your arms form a right angle with the handle, and ratchet the
jack downward by moving the handle up and down. Be sure to fully raise and fully lower the handle,
which is necessary for the jack mechanisms to properly interact.
Keep fingers and hands away from compacting head while in use.
DO NOT stand directly behind (in line with) the handle or lean over the handle during
ratcheting. The handle my swing upwards if the handle is not pressed all the way down during ratcheting.
Step 5 After the compactor plate contacts the waste material, continue ratcheting the jack until the desired
degree of compaction is achieved. [NOTE: To optimally compress waste materials, use the compactor
frequently.]
Step 6 Once compaction is complete, turn both direction levers to the “UP” position (Fig. 9).
Step 7 Ratchet the jack until the compactor plate is high enough to remove drum or until the compactor plate
reaches the fully raised position.
Step 8 Put the jack handle in the storage position with the clevis pin (#11). Secure the clevis with the hitch pin
(#12) (Fig. 7).
Step 9 Remove the waste storage drum. If you have the MTC-RB model, roll out the tray, remove drum and
push back onto the base weldment. MTC-RB model only: Lock the tray assembly in the storage position
with a #15 bolt and #16 nylock nut (Fig. 8).
Step 10 Store the compactor in a safe location that offers protection from the elements.
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