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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH208GH REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HONDA GX240UT2SMXC GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #1 (07/29/16) www.discount-equipment.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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Specifications and part numbers are subject to change Base And Engine Assembly ......40-43 without notice. Electrical Device Assembly ......44-45 Control Assembly ..........46-49 Nameplate And Decals Assembly ....50-51 PAGE 4 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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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. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— 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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. hot engine. Repair or replace all worn cables. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 9...
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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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
Dry Net Weight Recoil/Electric 56.88 lbs (25.8 Kg.) Dimensions (L x W x H) 15 x 16.85 x 16.61 in (381 x 428 x 422 mm) MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— 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. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 13...
COMPONENTS S/N B1291 AND BELOW S/N B1292 AND ABOVE S/N B1291 AND BELOW Figure 2. Plate Compactor Components PAGE 14 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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14. Engine ON-OFF Switch — Used to turn the engine required either by forklift, crane etc., tie rope or chain on or off. around this lifting point. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 15...
5. Choke Lever – Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel mixture. PAGE 16 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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) MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 19...
9. Before the compactor is placed in to operation, run the engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with a lose component. PAGE 20 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
Your unit may be equipped with direction control levers on both the right and left side of the handle. Earlier models only have one control lever located on the right side of the handle. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 21...
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ON/OFF switch in the OFF position. Figure 22. Throttle Lever (Idle) 2. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 23) in the OFF position. Figure 23. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF Position) PAGE 22 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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 MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— 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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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Engine Oil Filter Change dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers. Replace the Every 2 years Fuel Lines Replace paper filter element if it is excessively dirty. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 25...
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1. Remove the four pan head screws that secure the dust pot to pre air cleaner case cover. (Figure 26). Figure 27. Draining Engine Oil PAGE 26 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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DO NOT exceed OIL LEVEL of hydraulic oil. If the level is higher, oil will burst out from the breather plug. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 27...
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CRACKS SIDEWALL 6. Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector in WEAR reverse order of disassembly. Figure 32. V-Belt Inspection PAGE 28 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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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. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— 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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 31...
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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 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 34 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
1....17672Z4H000 ..FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK 4....939010480 ....SHOCK ABSORBER NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 35...
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VIBRATING PLATE ASSY. PAGE 36 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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CONTROL ASSY. S/N B1291 AND BELOW S/N B1292 AND ABOVE NOTES: USED ON S/N B1291 AND BELOW. PAGE 46 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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TRAVEL LEVER, RIGHT ........1....S/N B1291 AND BELOW 464216820 TRAVEL LEVER, RIGHT ........1....S/N B1292 AND ABOVE 464216830 TRAVEL LEVER, LEFT ........1....S/N B1292 AND ABOVE 464457400 HANDLE BOSS ..........1....S/N B1291 AND BELOW MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 47...
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CONTROL ASSY. (CONTINUED) S/N B1291 AND BELOW S/N B1292 AND ABOVE NOTES: USED ON S/N B1291 AND BELOW. PAGE 48 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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BREATHER CAP 954003150 MALE CONNECTOR, O-RING 1/4 2067550101 CLAMP COMPLETE 0105050616 BOLT 6X15............1....REPLACES P/N 001220615 030206150 WASHER, LOCK M6 470219590 HAND PUMP 956100074 THROTTLE WIRE 1540 MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)— PAGE 49...
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NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. PAGE 50 — MVH208GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (07/29/16)
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