Multiquip Mikasa Series Tamping Rammer MTX80 - Manual (Page 12)

PAGE 12 — MTX80/90 RAMMER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #9 (1/14/11)
Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and components
for the MTX80/MTX90 Tamping Rammer. The functions of
each control is described below:
1. Combination (Throttle) Lever – Used to adjust engine
speed (rpm). Move lever forward (SLOW) to reduce
engine speed, move lever back toward operator (FAST)
to increase speed. Always operate the rammer at full speed
(rpm).
2. Handle – To operate rammer, GRIP handle assembly
firmly on both sides.
3. Fuel Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely. DO NOT over fill.
Figure 1. MTX80/MTX90 Rammer
4. Hook – Used to lift rammer for transporting.
5. Air Cleaner Cover – Protects the air cleaner which
prevents dirt and other debris from entering the engine.
6. Roller – Used for loading the rammer in back end of a
truck. Rammer is brought to tail gate roller side toward
the truck bed and driver lifts roller with handle at base and
rolls the unit into truck bed.
7. Bellows – Reservoir for oil bath.
8. Foot – Laminated wood with tempered steel plate for
superior shock absorption.
9. Fuel Tank – Holds the fuel for the unit (up to 3.2 quarts)
10. Muffler – reduces the noise of the engine when running.
11. Engine – this unit uses a Robin EH122D46530 gasoline
engine.
12. Oil Gauge (Sight Glass) – Indicates the level of oil in the
oil bath reservoir.
13. Drain Valve – Open this valve to remove oil from the
bellows.
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COMPONENTS
WARNING
Add fuel to the tank only when the engine is
stopped and has cooled down. In the event
of a fuel spill, DO NOT attempt to start the
engine until the fuel residue has been
completely wiped up and the area
surrounding the engine is dry.