MULTIQUIP Mikasa MVC-40G Operation And Parts Manual page 16

V-Belt Check
Caution - V-Belt check
NEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine running.
Severe injury can occur if your hand (Figure 7) gets caught
between the V-belt and the clutch. Always use safety gloves.
CLUTCH
PULLEY
Figure 7. V-Belt Hazard
1. To check the V-belt tension, remove the bolts that secure
the belt cover to the frame as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. V-Belt Cover Removal
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VIBRATOR
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MVC-40G — INSPECTION
2. The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm
(Figure 9) when depressed with finger at midway between
the clutch and vibration pulley shafts.
Figure 9. V-Belt Tension
3. A loose V-belt will decrease the power transmission output,
causing reduced compaction and premature wear of the
belt.
4. If the V-belt becomes worn or loose, replace it .
Vibrator Oil Check
1. Place the MVC-40Gplate compactor horizontally on a flat
surface. Make sure the compactor is level when checking the
oil in the vibrator assembly.
2. Check vibrator oil level by removing the plug (vibrator oil gauge)
as shown in Figure 10. The oil level should be up to the oil plug.
If oil is required, replace using only SAE 10W-30 motor oil.
Figure 10. Vibrator Oil Plug