Multiquip MT74F - Manual (Page 12)

PAGE 12 — MT-74F — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #12 (11/08/07)
Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and components
for the MT-74F Tamping Rammer. The functions of each
control is described below:
L1. A Returned Material Authorization must be approved by Multiquip prior to shipment. A copy of the Authorization must
accompany the shipment to the designated Warehouse. A copy of the original Multiquip invoice to the customer must
also accompany the shipment.
1. Throttle Lever – Controls engine speed and the tamping
action of the rammer.
2. Engine Stop Switch – Controls the starting and stopping
of the engine. Switch must be in the "ON" position when
starting the engine.
3. Choke Lever – Used when starting the engine. Normally
used in cold weather conditions. In cold weather turn the
choke lever to the fully closed position, in warm weather
set choke lever half way or completely open.
4. Fuel Shut-Off Valve – Supplies fuel from the fuel tank to
the engine. To begin fuel flow move the fuel shut-off valve
downward.
5. Oil Bath Fill Plug – Open this plug to add oil to the oil
bath reservoir.
6. Drain Valve – Open this valve to remove oil from the
bellows.
7. Pre-Cleaner – Pre-cleans (first stage) dirt and other
debris from entering the engine.
8. Foot – Laminated wood with tempered steel plate for
superior shock absorption.
9. Oil Level Sight Glass – Indicates the level of oil in the oil
bath reservoir.
10. Recoil Starting Handle – Used when starting the engine.
Pull starter handle sharply and quickly, then return
starter handle to starter case before releasing.
11. Fuel Tank/Cap – Poly fuel tank to avoid rust and
corrosion, remove this cap to add gasoline.
12. Engine Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt (second stage) and
other debris from entering the engine.
13. Bellows – Reservoir for oil bath.
14. Handle – To operate rammer, grip handle assembly
firmly on both sides.
15. Muffler– Used to reduce noise and emissions.
16. Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system,
replace with engine manufactures recommended type
spark plug.
17. Nameplate – Displays information regarding the rammer.
Figure 1. MT-74F Rammer
MT-74F — CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS