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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH128GH REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HONDA GX160UT2SCM GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (03/08/18) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Specifications and part numbers are subject to change Electric Device Assembly ......... 42-43 without notice. Operation Assembly ......... 44-47 Nameplate And Decals Assembly ....48-49 PAGE 4 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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! MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — 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 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
ALWAYS clear the work area of any debris, tools, etc. that would constitute a hazard while the equipment is in operation. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — 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 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. hot engine. Repair or replace all worn cables. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — 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 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
Environment by equipment for use outdoors. Products are tested for hand/arm vibration (HAV) level in accordance with European Directives 2002/44/EC and EN500-4 and ISO 5349-1:2001, ISO 5349-2:2001. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 11...
The resulting vibrations cause forward motion. The engine the function of all the controls and components. and handle are vibration isolated from the vibrating plate. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 13...
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7. Throttle Lever — Controls speed of the plate compactor. Place straight vertically to start, push fully counterclockwise for full throttle and fully clockwise to stop plate compactor. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 15...
5. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 16) in the "ON" position. THROTTLE LEVER IDLE POSITION Figure 13. Throttle Lever (Idle Position) Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position) MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 19...
(Figure 18) as the engine warms up. If the engine has not started, repeat steps 1 through 6. CHOKE LEVER OPEN CLOSE Figure 18. Choke Lever (Open) PAGE 20 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
REVERSE OPERATION POSITION NEUTRAL THROTTLE LEVER FORWARD IDLE DIRECTION POSITION CONTROL LEVER Figure 21. Direction Control Lever Figure 22. Throttle Lever (Idle) MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — 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 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — 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 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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Bolt threads used with this machine are all right handed Material and quality of material is marked on each bolt, and screw. Figure 25. Engine Air Filter MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 25...
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Table 5. For engine oil capacity, see Table 2 (Engine Specifications). DO NOT overfill. 3. Reinstall drain bolt with sealing washer and tighten securely. CYLINDER Figure 29. Removing Hydraulic Hose PAGE 26 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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Visually examine the V-belt (Figure 31) and determine if it ARRESTER is full of tiny cracks, frayed, has pieces of rubber missing, is peeling or otherwise damaged. Figure 32. Spark Arrester Removal MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 27...
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6. Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector in reverse order of disassembly. PAGE 28 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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 MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 29...
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. PAGE 30 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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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. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 31...
“Remarks” Column. assembly/kit that can be purchased, or is not available for sale through Multiquip. PAGE 32 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
1....17620Z4H900 ..CAP COMPLETE, FUEL TANK 1....17672Z4H000 ..FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 33...
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MVH-128 GH BASE AND ENGINE ASSY. CONT'D. BASE AND ENGINE (HONDA: GX160) PAGE 40 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
Multiquip’s designated receiving point. PAGE 82 — MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18)
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NOTES MVH128GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/08/18) — PAGE 83...
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING UNITED STATES Multiquip Corporate Offi ce MQ Parts Department 18910 Wilmington Ave. Tel. (800) 421-1244 800-427-1244 Fax: 800-672-7877 Carson, CA 90746 Fax (310) 537-3927 310-537-3700 Contact : mq@multiquip.com...
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