Multiquip MVH120VGH - Manual (Page 14)

PAGE 14 — MVH120VGH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (09/22/08)
COMPONENTS
Figure 2 shows the location of the controls, indicators and
general maintenance parts. The function of each control
is described below:
1. Breather Cap – Remove this cap to bleed (remove air)
the hydraulic system. When replacing hydraulic oil, use
"Shell Tellus #46" or equivalent.
2. Hand Grip – When operating the compactor use this
hand grip to maneuver the compactor.
3. Handle Lock – Pull handle bar downward (working
position), then pull handle lock to lock handle bar in
place.
4. Vibration Case Oil Level Check Plug – Remove this
plug to check the vibration case oil. Oil level should be
all the way up to the filler port. When replacing vibration
case oil, use 10W-30 engine oil.
5. Handle Bar (working position) – When operating the
compactor, this handle is to be in the downward
position.
6. Handle Bar (stored position) – When the compactor
is to be stored, move the handle bar to the upright
position.
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Figure 2. Compactor Components
7. Gasoline Engine – This plate compactor uses a
HONDA GX160 engine. Refer to the HONDA owner's
manual for engine information.
8. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the
V-belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt
cover. If the V-belt cover is not installed, your hand
may get caught between the V-belt and clutch, thus
causing serious injury and bodily harm.
9. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric gears and
counter weights.
10. Forward & Reverse Lever – Push the lever forward,
the compactor will move in a forward direction. Pull
the lever backwards, the compactor will move in
backwards direction. Placing the lever in the middle
(midway) will cause the compactor not to move (neutral).
11. Throttle Control – Move the throttle lever to the rabbit
position for full throttle (max RPMs). For engine idle,
move the throttle lever to the
turtle position.