Components (Plate Compactor) - MULTIQUIP MVC-90H Operation And Parts Manual

MVC-90H PLATE COMPACTOR — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR)
Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general
maintenance parts. The function of each component is
described below:
1. Fuel Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel.
2. Lifting Bale – When lifting of the compactor is required
either by forklift, crane etc., tie a rope or chain around
this lifting point.
3. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor use this
handle bar to manuever the compactor.
4. Gasoline Engine – This plate compactor uses a Honda
GX160K1QMX2/GX160U1QMX2 engine. Refer to the
Honda owner's manual for engine information and
related topics.
5. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain acess to the
V-belts. 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.
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Figure 3. MVC-90H Plate Compactor Components
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 5.6 quarts of water, built-in.
11. Water Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add water to the
water tank.