Powerhorse 52313 Owner's Manual page 11

Read and understand both the engine's and the plate compactor's Owner's Manual before starting or
operating the plate compactor to avoid incorrect operation that may result in damage or injury.
Note: Whenever high speed operation (over 3600 RPM) is NOT required, slow the engine by moving the
speed control lever to a low position to save fuel and extend the life of the equipment.
7. Once the engine has started, firmly grasp the plate compactor's handle bar with one hand then
quickly turn the throttle lever to high speed. The engine speed should be around 2,300 RPM and
therefore engage the centrifugal clutch.
Note: Always move the throttle lever quickly without hesitation, because increasing the engine speed
slowly will cause the clutch to slip.
8. Firmly grasp the plate compactor's handle bar with both hands as it begins to move forward.
Walk behind the unit watching for any large objects or foreign matter that might cause damage to
the compactor or shoot out causing bodily injury. If objects are in the travel path, slow the engine
(stopping compactor travel) and remove the object before proceeding.
The compactor's travel speed may slow down on soils that contain clay; however, there may be
cases where the travel speed slows because the vibrator/compaction plate does not leave the
ground surface easily due to the composition of the soil. To correct this problem:
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With the compactor turned off, check the vibrator plate to see if clay or other materials have
been lodged in the mechanism. If so, clean the plate mechanism with water and remove the
material.
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Remember that the plate compactor does not work efficiently on clay or very moist soil.
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If the soil is very moist, dry it to a suitable level or perform compaction twice.
Stopping the Engine
Never stop the engine abruptly from full speed. Slow the speed and allow the engine to run idle for a
few minutes. This is necessary to prevent the moisture of the outside air from getting into the engine
carburetor.
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Slow the engine to idle by turning the accelerator lever fully counterclockwise.
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Shift the engine On/Off switch to the off position.
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Close the fuel valve.
See the engine's Owner's Manual for further information.
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