Multiquip MVC88GE/GEW - Manual (Page 13)

MVC-88GE/GEW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (01/10/11) — PAGE 13
MVC-88GE/GEW PLATE COMPACTOR — GENERAL INFORMATION
Definition of Plate Compactor
The Mikasa MVC-88GE/GEW is a walk behind, plate compactor
designed for the compaction of sand, mixed soils 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 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 MVC-88GE/GEW 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 has a frequency range between
5800 vpm (vibrations per minute). The forward and reverse travel
speed of the compactor is approximately 23 meters/minute (75
ft./minute).
Engine
The Mikasa MVC-88GE/GEW Plate Compactor is equipped with
an EX170D40050 Robin engine. The engine drives an
eccentric weight at a high speed to develop a compaction force.
Always be sure to check the engine oil level prior to starting
the engine.
Controls
Before starting the MVC-88GE/GEW Plate Compactor identify
and understand the functions of the controls and components.