MULTIQUIP Mikasa Series Operation And Parts Manual
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONS INSTRUCTIONS FROM:
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CARFULLY PRIOR TO
OPERATING EQUIPMENT

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  • Page 1 SAFETY AND OPERATIONS INSTRUCTIONS FROM: PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CARFULLY PRIOR TO OPERATING EQUIPMENT...
  • Page 2: Proposition 65 Warning

    PROPOSITION 65 WARNING PAGE 2 — MTX80/90 RAMMER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #9 (1/14/11)
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading Potential hazards associated with the operation of this the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which at all times when operating this equipment. may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with Failure to read and understand the safety safety messages.
  • Page 4: General Safety

    NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not running machine. recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage NOTICE to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition.
  • Page 5: Engine Safety

    SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY FUEL SAFETY DANGER DANGER The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or cause death if inhaled.
  • Page 6: Transporting Safety

    SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY CAUTION NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting. NOTICE Before lifting, make sure that the equipment parts (hook and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not loose or missing. Always make sure crane or lifting device has been properly secured to the lifting bail (hook) of the equipment.
  • Page 7: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Definition of Tamping Rammer Handle Operation The Mikasa MTX80/MTX90 tamping rammer is a powerful CAUTION compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive impacts to a soil surface. Its applications include soil compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as Before starting operation check the lifting well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable handle to:...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. MTX80/MTX90 Rammer Specifications Model MTX-80 MTX-90 Overall Height 39.37 in. (1000 mm) 39.37 in. (1000 mm) Overall Width 14.37 in (365 mm) 14.37 in (365 mm) Over Length 31.02 in (788 mm) 31.02 in (788 mm) Shoe Size 13.4 x 11.2 in (340 x 285 mm) 13.4 x 11.2 in (340 x 285 mm) Fuel Tank Capacity...
  • Page 9 COMPONENTS Figure 1. MTX80/MTX90 Rammer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and components for the MTX80/MTX90 Tamping Rammer. The functions of each control is described below: 1. Combination (Throttle) Lever – Used to adjust engine 4. Hook – Used to lift rammer for transporting. speed (rpm).
  • Page 10: Basic Engine

    BASIC ENGINE Figure 2. Engine Controls and Components (Robin EH-12-2D) The engine (Figure 2) must be checked for proper lubrication Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions. and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturer's Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Engine manual for instructions &...
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION Engine This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-up of the MTX80/MTX90 Tamping Rammer. It extremely 1. Fill the fuel tank (Figure 4) with unleaded gasoline. At the important that this section be read carefully before attempting same time, check the engine oil and make it a habit to to operate the rammer.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Inspection NOTICE 1 . Check all nuts, bolts fasteners for tightness. Retighten as DO NOT press the primer pump bulb more than four necessary. (4) times, as this will cause fuel to flood the carburetor. 2. Clean any dirt from the recoil starter and foot pedestal. Wipe the entire unit clean before operating.
  • Page 13 OPERATION Operation Stopping The Engine 1. To start the rammer tamping action, move the throttle lever Normal Shutdown (Figure 9) quickly from IDLE to the START ( ) position. 1. Move throttle lever quickly from the START to IDLE position DO NOT move the throttle lever slowly as this may cause (Figure 10) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 200 HOURS Maintenance ■ Remove the oil drain plug on foot housing (Figure 14) and Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as indicated: drain the oil. Refill with approximately 1.7 pt. (800 cc.) of DAILY 10W-30 SE, SF or higher grade motor oil. Oil should be ■...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING f i D c i f t l u t r a t i n n o i g u l g n i g d i t i n n o i e t s b r a t i s n g i o i t i...
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE i t n i t a f s i e r r v e l . r e i r p v i t o i t o i t u l f l f l r r e i t a n i l...

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