Multiquip Mikasa Reversable Plate Compator MVH-R60H - Manual (Page 19)

MVH-R60H —OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (09/09/04) — PAGE 19
MVH-R60H — OPERATION
1. Grasp the compactor's hand grip and move the throttle lever
(Figure 10) quickly to the fast position. The compactor will not
operate correctly until the engine speed is high enough to
engage the centrifigal clutch (approximately 2300 RPMs)
Always move the throttle lever
quickly without hesitation, because
increasing the engine speed slowly
causes the clutch to slip.
2. To make the compactor move in the forward direction push
the Directional Travel Lever ( Figure 15) forward.
Figure 15. Directional Travel Lever
3. To make the compactor move in the reverse direction pull the
Directional Travel Lever (Figure 15) backwards.
4. Firmly gasp the compactor's hand grip, the compactor will
begin moving in the desired position when the Directional
Travel Lever has been placed in the desired position.
5. Slowly walk behind the compactor and be on the lookout for
any large objects or foreign matter that might cause damage
to the compactor or bodily injury.
NOTE
Operation
Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced in the safety
section of this manual before operating compactor. Keep work
area clear of debris and other objects that could cause damage
to the compactor or bodily injury.
CAUTION - General Operation Safety
Operating the Compactor on High Moisture Content Soil
Compactor traveling speed may drop on soils which contain clay,
or other types of soil. Soil with high moisture content can cause
the compaction plate to "stick" to the ground (not lifting up off the
ground very fast or high).
To rectify this problem, consider the following:
z Check the bottom plate to see if clay or equivalent material
has been lodge in the plate mechanism. If so, wash with
water and remove.
z Remember the compactor does not work as efficiently on
clay or soils that have a high moisture content level.
z If the soil has a high moisture level, dry soil to appropriate
moisture content level or carry out compaction twice.
CAUTION - Directional Travel Lever Lock
Moving the Directional Travel Lever back and forth a few
times after the engine has been turned off, will cause the lever
to be locked in the forward position.
DO NOT try to operate lever forcibly. The direction travel lever
will operate normally when the engine is started and the
compactor is in action.