Multiquip MVH206GH - Manual (Page 14)

PAGE 14 — MVH-206GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/17/08)
CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS
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Figure 2 illustrates the location of the major components
for the MVH-206GH Reversible Plate Compactor. The
function of each component is described below:
1. Hand Grip – When operating the compactor use this
hand grip to maneuver the compactor.
2. Forward and Reverse Lever – Push the lever forward,
the compactor will move in a forward direction. Pull
the lever backwards, the compactor will move in
reverse direction. Placing the lever in the middle
(midway) will cause the compactor not to move
(neutral).
3. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor, this
handle should be in the downward position. When the
compactor is to be
stored, move the handle bar to
the upright position.
4. Guard Hook - Used to lift the machine with a crane
or other lifting device.
5. Stopper - Locks the handle in place in the upward
position for stowing.
6. Engine – This plate compactor uses a Honda
GX240U1SMX2 gasoline engine. Refer to the engine
owner’s manual for engine information.
7. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the
V-belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt
cover. If the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility
exists of your hand getting caught between the V-belt
and clutch, thus causing serious injury and bodily harm.
8. Base Plate – Designed to compact sand, clay, and
asphalt.
9. Oil Reservoir – Fill with Shell Tellus Oil 46 or
equivalent grade hydraulic oil.
10. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and
counter weights.
11. Hydraulic Cylinder – Activated by moving the travel
lever. The cylinder controls the direction of movement
by the plate compactor.
12. Shock Absorber – Protects plate compactor from
damage by absorbing vibration during operation.
13. Throttle Lever – Controls speed of the plate
compactor. Place straight vertically to start, push fully
counterclockwise for full throttle and fully clockwise to
stop plate compactor.
14. Rubber Cover – Lift this rubber cover to gain access
to the fuel tank.
Figure 2. MVH206GH Components