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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR (ROBIN GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (05/11/06) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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This gas efficient operation of the is colorless and odorless, and can Multiquip Plate Compactor cause death if inhaled. NEVER operate MVC-64E/EW. Refer to the this equipment in a confined area or...
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MVC-64E/EW— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS CAUTION - Rotating Parts CAUTION - Equipment Damage Messages NEVER operate equipment with covers, Other important messages are provided throughout this or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, manual to help prevent damage to your plate compactor, hair and clothing away from all moving other property, or the surrounding environment.
MVC-64E/EW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust CAUTION - Read Manual! manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing Failure to follow instructions in this engine or mixer. manual may lead to serious injury or ■...
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MVC-64E/EW— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER run engine without air filter. Severe engine damage TRANSPORTING may occur. ■ ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting. ■ ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor ■ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to malfunction.
MVC-64E/EW— OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals The MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer.
MVC-64E/EW — GENERAL INFORMATION Definition of Plate Compactor Frequency/Speed The Mikasa MVC-64E/EW is a walk-behind, plate compactor The compactor's vibrating plate has a frequency of 5,600 vpm designed for the compaction of sand, mixed soils and asphalt. (vibrations per minute). The travel speed of the compactor is This plate compactor is a powerful compacting tool capable of approximately 82 ft./minute (25 meters/minute).
MVC-64E/EW — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR) Figure 3. MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor Components Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the V- maintenance parts. The function of each component is described belts.
MVC-64E/EW— COMPONENTS (ENGINE) Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components INITIAL SERVICING Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and advanced forward SLOW , lever back toward operator filled with fuel prior to operation.
MVC-64E/EW — INSPECTION The Oil Alert system will Before Starting automatically stop the engine NOTE 1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual. before the engine falls below safe limits. Always be sure to check 2. Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust. Particularly, the the engine oil level prior to starting bottom of the plate, engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and the engine.
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MVC-64E/EW — INSPECTION 2. The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm V-Belt Check (Figure 10) when depressed with finger at midway between CAUTION the clutch and vibration pulley shafts. NEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine running. Severe injury can occur of your hand (Figure 8) gets caught between the V-belt and the clutch.
MVC-64E/EW — INITIAL START-UP 3. Place the choke lever (Figure 13) in the " CLOSED " position CAUTION if starting a cold engine. DO NOT attempt to operate the equipment until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood .
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MVC-64E/EW— INITIAL START-UP 6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 16) and slowly pull it out. The CAUTION resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre- ALWAYS run engine at full speed while operating sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly equipment.
MVC-64E/EW— OPERATION Operation 5. Compactor traveling speed may drop on soils which contain clay, however there may be cases where traveling speed CAUTION drops because the compaction plate does not leave the ground surface easily due to the composition of the soil. To Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced in the safety rectify this problem do the following: section of this manual before operating compactor.
MVC-64E/EW — MAINTENANCE CAUTION CAUTION These inspection intervals are for operation under normal Inspection and other services should always be carried out conditions. Adjust your inspection intervals based on the on hard and level ground with the engine shut down. number hours plate compactor is in use, and particular working conditions.
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MVC-64E/EW — MAINTENANCE Changing Vibrator Oil 1. When changing the vibrator oil, remove the drain plug (Figure 7), and simply tip the compactor to drain the oil. Note that the oil will drain more easily while it is hot. Remember to use only 10W-30 motor oil when replacing vibrator oil.
MVC-64E/EW— PREPARATION FOR LONG -TERM STORAGE Compactor Storage For storage of the compactor for over 30 days, the following is required: Drain the fuel tank completely. Run the engine until the fuel in the injection system is completely consumed. Completely drain the oil from the engine crankcase and follow procedures described in the ROBIN engine Owner's Manual for engine storage.
MVC-64E/EW — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Engine Troubleshooting (Table 8) information shown below and on the proceeding page. If the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit just as it is and consult our company's business office or service plant.
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MVC-64E/EW — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) r i A r i a e l c o l f s u j , t n - e r d l i l e v . r o " " r e i s s i f s i .
MVC-64E/EW — TROUBLESHOOTING (PLATE COMPACTOR) Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a breakdown, please take a remedial action following the diagnosis based on the Compactor Troubleshooting (Table 9) information shown below and on the proceeding page. If the problem cannot be remedied, please leave the unit just as it is and consult our company's business office or service plant.
MVC-64E/EW— EXPLANATION OF CODES IN REMARKS COLUMN How to read the marks and remarks used in this parts book. If more than one of the same reference number is listed, the last Items Found In the “Remarks” Column NOTE one listed indicates newest (or latest) Serial Numbers-Where indicated, this indicates a serial part available.
MVC-64E/EW— NAME PLATE AND DECALS NAME PLATE AND DECALS PAGE 30 — MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06)
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MVC-64E/EW— NAME PLATE AND DECALS NAMEPLATE AND DECALS PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS PLATE, MODEL/SERIAL NUMBER ..... 1 ....CONTACT PARTS DEPT. 920203290 DECAL, READ OWNERS MANUAL ..... 1 ....NPA-329 920203989 DECAL, BELT GUARD WARNING ....... 1 ....NPA-989 920101410 DECAL: MIKASA MARK 120X60 ......
MVC-64E/EW — MAIN BODY ASSY. MAIN BODY ASSY. (NEW STYLE) PAGE 32 — MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06)
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MVC-64E/EW — MAIN BODY ASSY. MAIN BODY ASSY. (NEW STYLE) PART NO PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 418117711 VIBRATORY PLATE 418216491 BASE 939010254 SHOCK ABSORBER D45-H41 959404350 EARTH WIRE 020310080 NUT M10 030210250 WASHER, LOCK M10 031110160 WASHER, FLAT M10 911221304 ENGINE, ROBIN EX130D40040 418457690 BOLT, ENGINE...
MVC-64E/EW— WATER TANK ASSY. WATER TANK ASSY. PAGE 36 — MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06)
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MVC-64E/EW— WATER TANK ASSY. WATER TANK ASSY. PART NO PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 418216510 HOOK 002211025 BOLT 10X25 H, SW 418910010 WATER TANK, GREEN ......1 ....INCLUDES ITEM W/ 418910020 WATER TANK, ORANGE ......1 ....INCLUDES ITEM W/ 954300342 CAP, WATER TANK 001241030...
EX-130D40040 — FUEL TANK ASSY. FUEL TANK ASSY. PAGE 50 — MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06)
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EX-130D40040 — FUEL TANK ASSY. FUEL TANK ASSY. PART NO PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 2766010201 FUEL TANK, BLACK 0732005181 LABEL, WARNING 2769510103 LABEL, MODEL 0430430060 FUEL TANK, CAP 0641360010 FUEL FILTER 0505120020 UNION 0023806000 FLANGE, NUT 0110060130 FLANGE, BOLT 0851060000 RUBBER PIPE, 6DX11D X561100030 HOSE CLAMP, 10DX8BX1T...
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EX-130D40040 — GOVERNOR ASSY. GOVERNOR ASSY. PART NO PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 2774230113 GOVERNOR, LEVER 2774220133 GOVERNOR, SHAFT 2794270101 GOVERNOR, ROD 2774280113 ROD, SPRING 0031305000 CLIP 0130060240 BOLT & WASHER ASSY 0186060020 2794250223 GOVERNOR, SPRING 2774600300 SPEED CONTROL ASSY ......1 ....INCLUDES ITEMS W/ 2774330301 SPEED CONTROL, LEVER 2774350103...