Mvh-402ghb — operation, Caution – Multiquip MVH402GHB User Manual

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PAGE 18 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-402GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/17/03)

MVH-402GHB — OPERATION

1. Grasp the compactor's hand grip and move the engine

throttle lever (Figure 15) quickly to the

fast

position.

2. With the throttle lever in the fast position, the engine speed

should be around 2,300 RPM, therefore engaging the cen-
trifugal clutch.

Figure 15. Throttle Lever ((Fast)

ALWAYS move the throttle lever
quickly without hesitation, because
increasing the engine speed slowly
causes the clutch to slip.

NOTE

3. To make the compactor move in the forward direction push

the travel lever ( Figure 16) forward.

Figure 16. Direction Lever

Traveling

Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced
in the safety section of this manual before
operating compactor. Keep work area clear of
debris and other objects that could cause
damage to the compactor or bodily injury.

CAUTION :

5. Place the

engine ON/OFF switch

(Figure 12) in the "

position.

6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 13) and slowly pull it out. The

resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre-
sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly
and smoothly for starting.

7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever

(Figure 14 ) to the

CLOSED

position. If the engine has not

started repeat steps 1 through 6.

Figure 13. Starter Grip

8. Before the compactor is placed into operation, run the engine

for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that
would be associated with a loose component.

Figure 14. Choke Lever (Closed)

CAUTION :

Figure 12. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position)

4. To make the compactor move in the reverse direction pull the

travel lever ( Figure 16) backwards.

5. Firmly gasp the compactor's hand grip, the compactor will

begin moving in the desired position when the direction lever
has been placed in the desired position.