Multiquip MVC90L User Manual
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MVC-90L PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/01/05) — PAGE 17
MVC-90L PLATE COMPACTOR — STARTUP/SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES
7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
(Figure 13) to the CLOSED position. If the engine has not
started repeat steps 1 through 6.
8. Before the pump is placed into operation, run the engine for
several minutes with the throttle lever in the LOW position.
Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would be associated
with lose components.
9. To begin pumping, place the throttle lever (Figure 14) in the
HIGH speed position.
Figure 13. Choke Lever (Closed)
Figure 14. Throttle Lever (High Speed)
Normal Shutdown
1. Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Figure 15) and
run the engine for three minutes at idle speed.
Figure 15. Throttle Lever (Idle)
2. After the engine cools, turn the
engine ON/OFF switch
to
the OFF position (Figure 16).
3. Place the
fuel shut-off lever
(Figure 17) in the OFF position.
Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF)
Figure 17. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)
Emergency Showdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and place
the
engine ON/OFF switch
in the OFF position.
NEVER stop the engine suddenly while working at high
speeds. This can damage your engine.
CAUTION - Stopping the Engine while Working