Multiquip MVH120GH - Manual (Page 15)

MVH-120GH — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #03 (10/24/07) — PAGE 15
2. The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm
(Figure 9) when depressed with finger at midway between
the clutch and vibration pulley shafts.
Vibrator Oil Check
1. With handle bar positioned vertically (storage position),
remove the breather cap (Figure 6) from the breather plug.
2. Use a 24 mm wrench and remove breather plug (Figure 6).
Visually check to see if hydraulic oil comes up to the oil level
line that is etched on the back side of the handle.
MVH-120GH — INSPECTION
OIL LEVEL
CAP
BREATHER
PLUG
HAND PUMP
Figure 6. Vibrator Oil Gauge
2. If the hydraulic oil level is low, replace with "Shell Tellus"
oil #46 or equivalent.
1. To check the V-belt tension (Figure 8 ), remove upper belt
cover.
CLUTCH
PULLEY
VIBRATOR
PULLEY
V-Belt Check
Figure 7. V-Belt Hazard
Figure 8. V-Belt Location
3. A loose V-belt will decrease the power transmission output,
causing reduced compaction and premature wear of the
belt. V-belt in use is RPF-3320 (A-32 is also usable).
4. If the V-belt becomes worn or loose, replace it by using V-
belt part number RPF-3320 or A-32.
Figure 9. V-Belt Tension
CAUTION
NEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine running.
Severe injury can occur of your hand (Figure 7) gets caught
between the V-belt and the clutch. Always use safety gloves.