Specifications

MVC-88GH/GHW— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (10/15/04) — PAGE 9
MVC-88H PLATE COMPACTOR — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Maintenance Safety:
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a
running machine.
■ ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to
cool before servicing.
■ Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
■ Fix damage to the machine immediately and always
replace broken parts.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of
potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and
fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
■ DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
Emergencies:
■ ALWAYS know the location of the
nearest fire extinguisher .
■ ALWAYS know the location of the
nearest first aid kit .
■ In emergencies always know the location
of the nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site .
Also know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department . This
information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
Loading and Unloading (Crane):
■ Before lifting, make sure that machine parts (hook and
vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not
loosened or lost.
■ ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been
properly secured to the hook of guard frame on compactor.
■ NEVER lift the machine while the engine is running.
■ Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of sufficient
strength.
■ Use one point suspension hook and lift straight upwards.
■ NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the machine while lifting.
■ Try not to lift machine to unnecessary heights.
Transporting
■ ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting.
■ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to
prevent fuel from spilling.
■ Drain fuel when transporting compactor over long
distances or bad roads.
■ ALWAYS tie down the compactor during transportation
by securing the compactor's guard frame with rope.