Multiquip MVC88VTHW - Manual (Page 19)

MVC88VTH/VTHW pLaTe COMpaCTOR • OpeRaTiOn and paRTs ManuaL — ReV. #2 (12/09/13) — page 19
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Figure 16. Starter Grip
6. When engine starts, release the starter grip and allow
the rope to recoil.
7. If the choke lever was moved to the " CLOsed" position
to start the engine gradually move it to the "Open"
position (Figure 17) as the engine warms up. If the
engine has not started repeat steps 1 through 6.
Figure 17. Choke Lever (Open)
8. Before the compactor is placed in to operation, run the
engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and
noises that would associate with a lose component.
NOTICE
dO nOT pull the starter rope all the way to the end
dO nOT release the starter rope after pulling. Allow it
to rewind as soon as possible.
CHOKE
LEVER
OPEN
9. If the sprinkling of water is required, place water valve
in the On position.
Figure 18. Water Valve (ON)
10. To begin compacting, place the throttle lever (Figure 19)
in the “ Run” position .
Figure 19. Throttle Lever (Run)
ON
OFF