Multiquip MVH306DSCP - Manual (Page 29)

mvh306ds2/dsCpas pLaTe COmpaCTOR • OpeRaTiOn and paRTs manuaL — Rev. #7 (02/04/14) — page 29
MAINTENANCE
Figure 40. Fuel Filter
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When storing your compactor for long periods do the
following:
1. Run the engine at idle speed for 3-5 minutes.
2. Stop the engine. Drain the engine crankcase oil while
the engine is still warm. Fill Engine crankcase with
fresh oil.
3. Remove the rubber plug (Figure 41) on the rocker
arm cover and add about 2 cc of lube oil. Reinstall
rubber plug.
Figure 41. Decompression Lever
4. For recoil type compactors, push the decompression
down (non-decompression position) and hold it while
you pull the recoil starter grip (Figure 42) rope 2 or 3
times. dO nOT start the engine.
RUBBER
PLUG
DECOMPRESSION
LEVER
STARTER
GRIP
Figure 42. Recoil Starter Grip
5. For electric start type compactors, turn the engine for
2 or 3 seconds with the decompression lever set in the
non-decompression position, and the starter key at the
START position. dO nOT start the engine.
6. Pull the decompression lever up. Pull the recoil starter
grip slowly. STOP when it feels tight. This closes the
intake and exhaust valves (compression position) , and
helps prevents ruts from forming.
7. Wipe any oil or dirt that may have accumulated on the
compactor.
8. Store compactor in a cool dry place out of the reach
of children or unauthorized personnel