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OPERATION MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH408DZ REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HATZ 1B50T-9-166 DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #8 (05/28/20) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY NOTICE CAUTION This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older. NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective safety decals when they become diffi cult read.
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SAFETY INFORMATION COMPACTOR SAFETY WARNING DANGER DO NOT place hands or fingers inside engine compartment when engine is running. NEVER operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or explosion or fi re could result causing severe guards removed.
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SAFETY INFORMATION FUEL SAFETY BATTERY SAFETY (ELECTRIC START ONLY) DANGER DANGER DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or battery will explode.
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SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY When the life cycle of this equipment is over, remove battery and bring to appropriate facility for lead CAUTION reclamation. Use safety precautions when handling batteries that contain sulfuric acid. NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath ...
SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. MVH408DZ Specifications Centrifugal Force 12,365 lbf (55 kN) Vibration Frequency 4,400 vpm (73 Hz) Maximum Traveling Speed 79 ft/min (24 m/min) Plate Size (W x L) 19.68 x 35.43 in (500 x 900 mm) Plate Size (W x L) with extension plates 25.59 x 35.43 in (650 x 900 mm) Max.
GENERAL INFORMATION DEFINITION OF PLATE COMPACTOR FREQUENCY/SPEED The Mikasa MVH408DZ is a reversible plate compactor The compactor's vibrating plate produces a vibration designed for efficient compaction of sand, gravel and frequency of 4,400 VPM (vibrations per minute). cohesive soils. This plate compactor is a powerful...
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COMPONENTS Figure 2 shows the location of the basic controls and 9. Vibrating Plate — A flat, open plate made of durable components of the MVH408DZ Plate Compactor. The cast iron construction used in the compacting of soil. function of each control is described below: 10.
BASIC ENGINE Figure 3. Engine Controls and Components INITIAL SERVICING oil level is low. If low, add oil as specified. 6. Engine Motor Mounts — Attach these engine mounts The engine (Figure 3) must be checked for proper lubrication to the pump frame. Tighten securely. and filled with fuel prior to operation.
INSPECTION BEFORE STARTING DANGER 1. Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual. EXPLOSIVE FUEL! 2. Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust, Motor fuels are highly flammable and can particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT air cleaner.
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INSPECTION V-BELT COVER REMOVAL V-BELT TENSION To inspect the V-belt, remove the three bolts that secure The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm the belt cover to the frame as shown in Figure 6. (Figure 8) when depressed with finger at midway between the clutch and vibrator pulleys.
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INSPECTION HANDLE BAR The height of the handle bar can be adjusted for ease of use. Adjust the handle height as follows. Refer to Figure 10. 1. Loosen the wing nut. 2. Turn the grip clockwise to raise the handle or counterclockwise to lower the handle.
STARTUP CAUTION DIESEL ENGINE TACH &HOUR METER DIESEL ENGINE TACH &HOUR METER DO NOT attempt to operate the compactor until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood. "HA" is displayed at the operation position, then immediately it will change to "Cumulative time".
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STARTUP Recoil Start 1. Insert the key to the key switch. 2. Move the throttle lever (Figure 11) to the idle position. 3. Turn the key to the "Run" position (Figure 12). The buzzer sounds. 4. After "HA" is displayed on the hour tachometer, the display will change immediately to "cumulative time"...
OPERATION OPERATION Reverse Neutral CAUTION ALWAYS follow all safety rules in the safety section of this manual before Forward operating compactor. Keep work area clear of debris and other objects that Direction could cause bodily injury or damage to control lever the compactor.
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OPERATION 3. Turn the key to the "Stop" position (Figure 20). The STOPPING THE ENGINE buzzer will stop. Normal Shutdown 1. Move the throttle lever to the idle position (Figure 18) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed. Operation position Handle...
MAINTENANCE General Cleanliness GENERAL MAINTENANCE Clean the compactor daily. Remove all dust and debris General maintenance practices are crucial to the buildup (mud, clay etc.). If the compactor is steam-cleaned, performance and longevity of your compactor. This ensure that lubrication is accomplished AFTER steam equipment requires routine cleaning, inspection and cleaning.
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MAINTENANCE To make sure your plate compactor is always in good working condition before using, carry out the maintenance inspection in accordance with Table 5 and Table 6. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Perform engine maintenance as listed in Table 5. Table 5. Engine Maintenance Schedule First Every 3 Every 6...
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MAINTENANCE TIGHTENING TORQUE MACHINE INSPECTION Reference Table 7 below (Tightening Torque ), for retight- Perform machine inspection as listed in Table 6. ening of nuts and bolts. Table 7. Tightening Torque (in. kg/cm Diameter) Table 6. Machine Inspection Material 10mm 12mm 14mm 16mm...
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MAINTENANCE BASE Lock GASKET PAPER FILTER Dust exhaust ELEMENT AIR CLEANER COVER BLOW COMPRESSED WING NUT AIR FROM THE INSIDE OUR Figure 23. Latching Dust Pot ENGINE OIL NOTICE Drain the engine oil when the oil is warm. Figure 21. Engine Air Cleaner NOTICE 1.
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MAINTENANCE 7. With the direction control lever at the forward-most position, secure the guard frame with a rope to immobilize (Figure 27). Forward-most position Engine oil drain (Drain bolt) Guard frame Direction Figure 24. Draining Engine Oil control lever HYDRAULIC OIL 1.
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MAINTENANCE V-BELT 2. When the battery charge gets low, the battery checker lights red. Visually examine the V-belt (Figure 28) and determine if it is full of tiny cracks, frayed, has pieces of rubber missing, NOTICE is peeling or otherwise damaged. If an old battery is used, even when the battery checker Also, examine the belt and determine if it is oil soaked or is not lighted (indicating low charge), the cell starter...
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MAINTENANCE STORAGE 3. Slide the bar up the notches for easy access to the battery and tighten the bolts. 1. Wash off dirt and soil from every part with water. While 4. Take off the nuts and remove the battery holder washing, be careful not to let the water splash on (Figure 32).
TROUBLESHOOTING (COMPACTOR) Troubleshooting (Compactor) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Clutch slips? Adjust or replace clutch. V-belt slips? Adjust or replace V-belt. Excessive oil in vibrator? Fill to correct level. Check vibrator assembly for any Travel speed low and vibration Trouble in vibrator internals? worn or defective parts, replace any weak.
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution No Fuel reaching injection pump? Add fuel. Check entire fuel system. Defective fuel pump? Replace fuel pump. Fuel fi lter clogged? Replace fuel fi lter and clean tank. Faulty fuel supply line? Replace or repair fuel line.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Air fi lter blocked? Clean or replace air fi lter. Low engine power output and low speed, Incorrect valve clearances? Adjust valves per engine specifi cation. black exhaust smoke. Malfunction at injector? See engine manual.
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