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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH408GH REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HONDA GX390UT2SMXC GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (03/25/2014) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Electric Device Assy.......... 44-45 Control Assy............46-49 Nameplate And Decals Assy......50-51 NOTICE Specifications and part numbers are subject to change without notice. PAGE 4 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
NOTICE All orders are treated as Standard Orders and will ship the same day if received prior to 3PM PST. WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS! MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 5...
COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. PAGE 6 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
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ALWAYS clear the work area of any debris, tools, etc. that would constitute a hazard while the equipment is in operation. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 7...
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MV H-3 06 the engine start diffi cult. and serious damage to the equipment or engine. PAGE 8 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
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ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. hot engine. Repair or replace all worn cables. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 9...
Contact your country's Department of Public Works or recycling agency in your area and arrange for proper disposal of any electrical components, waste or oil associated with this equipment. PAGE 10 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
Dry Net Weight Recoil/Electric 69.89 lbs (31.7 Kg.) Dimensions (L x W x H) 15.98 x 18.11 x 17.64 in (406 x 460 x 448 mm) MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 11...
Before starting the plate compactor identify and understand the function of all the controls and components. The resulting vibrations cause forward motion. The engine and handle are vibration isolated from the vibrating plate. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 13...
17. Engine ON-OFF Switch — Used to turn the engine around this lifting point. on or off. 9. Vibrating Plate — A flat, open plate made of durable MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 15...
5. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, starting, OFF position stops engine operation. or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel mixture. PAGE 16 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
3. When the handle bar is raised to the desired height, tighten the wing nut. Grip V-BELT VIBRATOR Wing nut PULLEY Figure 9. V-Belt Tension Figure 11. Handle Height Adjustment PAGE 18 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
5. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 16) in the "ON" position. Slightly higher Handle position Idle position Figure 13. Throttle Lever (Higher Position) Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position) MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 19...
(Figure 18) as the engine warms up. If the engine has not started, repeat steps 1 through 6. CHOKE LEVER OPEN Figure 18. Choke Lever (Open) PAGE 20 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
When pulled backward, the machine moves backward. Reverse Throttle lever Neutral Forward Figure 22. Throttle Lever (Idle) Direction control lever Figure 21. Direction Control Lever MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 21...
Figure 24. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF) Emergency Shutdown 1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position. PAGE 22 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
Ensure that the maintenance area is well ventilated. Gasoline engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can cause unconsciousness and may result in DEATH. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 23...
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2. These items should be serviced by your service dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the HONDA Shop Manual for service procedures. 3. For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. PAGE 24 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
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NEVER brush off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers. Replace the Every 2 years Fuel Lines Replace paper filter element if it is excessively dirty. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 25...
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Dust pot Figure 26. Unlatching Dust Pot 2. Clean dust pot with water and neutral detergent. 3. Return dust pot to air cleaner and latch securely. PAGE 26 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
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CAUTION DO NOT exceed OIL LEVEL of hydraulic oil. If the level is higher, oil will burst out from the breather plug. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 27...
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CRACKS SIDEWALL 6. Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector in WEAR reverse order of disassembly. Figure 33. V-Belt Inspection PAGE 28 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
5. When not used for a long period of time, drain the fuel from the fuel tank. 6. When the machine is used after a long storage period, check the level of engine oil before using. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 29...
Piston inside hydraulic pump not Adjust or replace. moving smoothly? Direction Control Lever operating resistance for reverse is high. Vibrator cylinder piston does not move Adjust or replace. smoothly PAGE 30 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
Fuel fi lter/lines clogged? Replace fuel fi lter. Fuel tank cap breather hole clogged? Clean or replace fuel tank cap. Air in fuel line? Bleed fuel line. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 31...
Check cable connections. Charge or replace Will not start, no power with key "ON". (if Battery disconnected or discharged? applicable) battery Ignition switch/wiring defective? Replace ignition switch. Check wiring. PAGE 32 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
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NOTES MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 33...
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 34 — MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)
1....17620Z4H900 ..FUEL TANK CAP CP. 2....17672Z4H000 ..FILTER, FUEL NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 35...
920217770 DECAL, MODEL (R, OR) 920217780 DECAL, MODEL(L, OR) 920217630 PLATE, SERIAL NO...........1....CONTACT MQ PARTS DEPT. 920214740 DECAL, LIFTING POSITION 920214730 DECAL, DO NOT LIFT MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 51...