Multiquip MVH304GHB - Manual (Page 19)

MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 19
MVH-304GHB—OPERATION
4. To make the compactor move in the reverse direction pull the
travel lever ( Figure 17) backwards.
5. Firmly gasp the compactor's hand grip, the compactor will
begin moving in the desired position when the direction lever
has been placed in the desired position.
6. 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.
7. If travel lever is placed in the neutral position, the machine will
vibrate in place.
8. To move the compactor laterally, hold the hand grip firmly and
swing compactor. Do not swing compactor while gripping the
travel lever.
STOPPING
1. Return the throttle lever to the START position. Allow
the machine to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Turn the throttle lever to the STOP position (Figure 18) to
stop the engine.
Figure 18. Throttle Lever (Stop)
Figure 19. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF)
4. Place the fuel shut-off lever (Figure 20) in the OFF
position.
Emergency Shutdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the STOP position, and
place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
Figure 20. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)
3. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position (Figure 19).
STOWING THE HANDLE
1. Push up the handle (Figure 21).
2. Pull the stopper grip upward into the hole of the guard
frame to lock the handle.
Figure