Multiquip MVC98D2 - Manual (Page 14)

PAGE 14 — MVC98D2 PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (1/12/11)
Figure 2. MVC98D2 Components
Figure 2 illustrates the location of the major components for the
MVC98D2 Plate Compactor. The function of each component is
described below:
1. Water Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add water to the
water tank.
2. Lifting Hook – When lifting of the compactor is required
either by forklift, crane etc., tie rope or chain around this
lifting point.
3. Diesel Engine – This plate compactor uses a YANMAR
L48V6 engine. Refer to the YANMAR owners manual for
engine information and related topics.
4. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor use this
handle bar to manuever the compactor.
5. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain acess to the V-belt.
NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover. If the V-
belt cover is not installed, the possibility exist that your hand
may get caught between the V-belt and clutch, thus causing
serious injury and bodily harm.
6. Vibrating Plate – A flat, open plate made of durable cast
iron construction used in the compacting of soil.
7. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and
counter weights.
8. Water Tube (Sprinkler) – Supplies water to the soil via a
splash plate.
9. Water Shut-Off Valve – Turn this valve downward to let
water flow from the water tank to the water tube.
10. Water Tank – Holds 13.7 quarts of water, removable no
tools required.
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