Operating Guide
While a certain amount of moisture in the soil is
necessary, excessive moisture may cause soil particles
to stick together and prevent good compaction. If
soil is extremely wet, allow it to dry somewhat before
compacting.
If soil is so dry as to create dust clouds while operating
plate, some moisture should be added to the ground
material to improve compacting. This will also reduce
service to the air lter.
IDLE SPEED
Set the throttle control lever to the SLOW position to reduce
stress on the engine when compacting is not being performed.
Lowering the engine speed will help extend the life of the engine,
as well as conserve fuel and reduce noise level.
STOP ENGINE
To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch
to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following
procedure:
Do not move the choke control to CLOSE to stop the
engine. Backre or engine damage may occur.
Do not disengage the belt drive with the machine
running. This will cause friction and vibration on the
belt drive.
Sudden stopping at a high speed under a heavy load
is not recommended. Engine damage may result.
Never use a “pressure washer” to clean your plate
compactor. Water can penetrate tight areas of the
unit and cause damage to spindles, pulleys, bearings,
or the engine. The use of pressure washers will result
in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
MAINTENANCE
Maintaining your compactor will insure long life to the machine
and its components.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Keep the engine's throttle lever in its SLOW position, and
remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure.
3. Inspect the general condition of the plate compactor. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts,
cracked or broken parts, and any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
4. Remove all debris from the plate compactor with a soft brush,
vacuum, or compressed air. Then use a premium quality
lightweight machine oil to lubricate all moving parts.
5. Clean the bottom of the compactor base as soon as it begins to
pick up soil being compacted. The unit can not do a good job if
the bottom surface is not smooth and clean.
CHECKING V-BELT(S)
To ensure optimum power transmission from the engine to the
eccentric shaft, the V-belt(s) must be in good condition and
operate under proper tension.
1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Remove the belt guard to access the V-belt(s). (See Figure 7a)
1. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW (
) position.
2. Let the engine idle for one or two minutes.
3. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
4. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF (
) position.
6. Replace spark plug wire.
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