Operation - MULTIQUIP Mikasa MVH502DSB Operation And Parts Manual

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 (Figure 9).
Allow the machine to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Turn the throttle lever to the STOP position (Figure 15) to
stop the engine. In a motor start, return the key switch to the
STOP position (Figure 16) as soon as the engine stops.
Figure 15. Throttle Lever (Stop)
Figure 16. Starter Switch (STOP)
Emergency Shutdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the STOP position,
and place the engine IGNITION switch in the OFF
position.
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STOWING THE HANDLE
1. Push up the handle (Figure 17).
2. Pull the stopper grip upward into the hole of the guard
frame to lock the handle.
Figure 17. Stowing the Handle
LIFTING
1. Use a crane or lift to load and unload the machine. A
skilled crane operator is required to perform the job.
2. When lifting the machine, check for any damaged or
loose bolts, lifting hooks, and shock mounts.
3. Check any damaged or loose bolts in the guard frame to
avoid machine sliding off.
4. Make sure that the machine is shut off before machine is
lifted.
5. Use reliable cable for lifting.
6. Always lift the machine vertically and keep the
machine away from workers and animals.
7. Do not lift the machine higher than the required
height.
TRANSPORTING
1. Always make sure that the machine is shut off while
being transported.
2. Check that the fuel cap is properly closed and
tightened.
3. When traveling long distances or on rugged terrain,
drain the fuel of the machine before transporting.
4. T i e d o w n t h e m a c h i n e s e c u r e l y o n t h e
transportation so that it will not move or topple over.

OPERATION