Multiquip MVH150VD2 - Manual (Page 17)

MVH150VD2 PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/10/08) — PAGE 17
INSPECTION
HYDRAULIC OIL CHECK
With handle bar positioned vertically (storage position), 1.
remove the breather cap (Figure 7) from the breather
plug.
Hydraulic Oil Check Figure 7.
Use a 24 mm wrench and remove breather plug (Figure 2.
7). Visually check to see if hydraulic oil comes up to
the oil level line that is etched on the back side of the
handle.
If the hydraulic oil level is low, replace with "Shell Tellus" 3.
oil #46 or equivalent.
V-BELT CHECK
V-belt Hazard Figure 8.
OIL LEVEL
CAP
BREATHER
PLUG
HAND PUMP
CAUTION
Never attempt to check the V-belt with the engine
running. Severe injury can occur if your hand (Figure 8)
gets caught between the V-belt and clutch. Always use
safety gloves.
CLUTCH
PULLEY
VIBRATOR
PULLEY
To check the V-belt tension (Figure 9), remove upper 1.
belt cover.
V-Belt Location Figure 9.
The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 2.
15 mm (Figure 10) when depressed with fi nger at
midway between the clutch and vibration pulley shaft.
V-Belt Tension Figure 10.
A loose belt will decrease the power transmission 3.
output, causing reduced compaction and premature
wear of the belt. V-belt in use is RPF-3320 (A-32 can
also be used).
If the V-belt becomes worn or loose, replace it by using 4.
V-belt part number RPF-3320 or A-32.