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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH508GH REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HONDA GX390UT2SCM3 GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #0 (01/14/21) To find the latest revision of this publication or associated parts manual, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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Page 2: Proposition 65 Warning
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING PAGE 2 — MVH508GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/14/21) -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS MVH508GH Reversible Plate Compactor Proposition 65 Warning ........... 2 Safety Information ..........4-8 Specifications ............9 Dimensions ............10 General Information ..........11 Components ............. 12-13 Basic Engine ............14 Inspection ............15-16 Startup .............. 17-18 Operation ............19-20 Maintenance ............. -
Page 4: 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 5 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.
- Page 6 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.
- Page 7 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.
- Page 8 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 ...
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Page 9: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. MVH508GH Specifications Centrifugal Force 13,489 lbf (60 kN) Vibration Frequency 4,400 vpm (73 Hz) Maximum Traveling Speed 82 ft/min (25 m/min) Plate Size (W x L) 19.68 x 35.3 in (500 x 900 mm) Plate Size (W x L) with extension plates 25.6 x 35.3 in (650 x 900 mm) Centennial 25-75, Interstate MT85, Recommended Battery Types... -
Page 10: Dimensions
DIMENSIONS Stored position Working position Standard Extension plate (OPTION) Figure 1. Dimensions Table 4. Dimensions REF. DES IN. (MM) 19.68 (500) 25.60 (650) 31.50 (800) 40.55 (1030) 53.54 (1360) 35.30 (900) 63.00 (1600) PAGE 10 — MVH508GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/14/21) -
Page 11: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION DEFINITION OF PLATE COMPACTOR FREQUENCY/SPEED The Mikasa MVH508GH is a reversible plate compactor The compactor's vibrating plate produces a vibration designed for efficient compaction of sand, graveland frequency of 4,400 VPM (vibrations per minute). cohesive soils. This plate compactor is a powerful... -
Page 12: Components
COMPONENTS Neutral Reverse Forward (STORED POSITION) (WORKING POSITION) Figure 2. Plate Compactor Components PAGE 12 — MVH508GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/14/21) - Page 13 COMPONENTS Figure 2 shows the location of the basic controls and 10. Engine ON-OFF Switch — Used to turn the engine components of the MVH508GH Plate Compactor. The on or off. function of each control is described below: 11. Handle Bar — When operating the compactor, this 1.
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Page 14: Basic Engine
BASIC ENGINE Figure 3. Engine Controls and Components INITIAL SERVICING 5. Recoil Starter (Pull Rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull The engine (Figure 3) must be checked for proper briskly and smoothly. lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation. -
Page 15: Inspection
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. - Page 16 INSPECTION V-BELT INSPECTION VIBRATOR OIL CHECK Visually examine the V-belt (Figure 8) and determine if it 1. Place the plate compactor horizontally on a flat surface. is full of tiny cracks, frayed, has pieces of rubber missing, Make sure the compactor is level when checking the is peeling or otherwise damaged.
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Page 17: Startup
STARTUP 3. Place the choke lever (Figure 14) in the “CLOSED” CAUTION position if starting a cold engine. DO NOT attempt to operate the compactor until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood. CHOKE LEVER This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial startup of the compactor. - Page 18 STARTUP ELECTRIC START 5. During operation, the hour tachometer displays "rotation number" (Figure 19). 1. Turn the key switch to the “START” position to start the engine. (Figure 17). CUMULATIVE TIME ROTATION NUMBER ENGINE TACH HOUR METER ENGINE TACH HOUR METER TP-22 TP-22 Figure 19.
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Page 19: Operation
OPERATION OPERATION Reverse Neutral CAUTION ALWAYS follow all safety rules in the safety section of this manual before operating Forward compactor. Keep work area clear of debris and other objects that could cause bodily Direction injury or damage to the compactor. control lever 1. - Page 20 OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE Normal Shutdown 1. Move the throttle lever to the idle position (Figure 23) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed. Operation position Handle Idle position Throttle lever Figure 23. Throttle Lever (Idle) 2. Place the key switch (Figure 24) in the STOP position. Figure 24.
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Page 21: Maintenance
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. - Page 22 MAINTENANCE To make sure your plate compactor is always in good working condition before using, carry out the maintenance inspection in accordance with Table 6 and Table 7. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Perform engine maintance as listed in Table 6. Table 6. Engine Maintenance Schedule First Every 3 Every 6...
- Page 23 MAINTENANCE TIGHTENING TORQUE MACHINE INSPECTION Reference Table 8 below (Tightening Torque ), for retight- Perform machine inspection as listed in Table 7. ening of nuts and bolts. Table 8. Tightening Torque (in. kg/cm Diameter) Table 7. Machine Inspection Material 10mm 12mm 14mm 16mm...
- Page 24 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL NOTICE CLEANER COVER Drain the engine oil when the oil is warm. 1. Remove the oil drain bolt (Figure 28). and sealing washer and allow the oil to drain into a suitable PAPER FILTER ELEMENT container. FOAM FILTER CYCLONE CASE ELEMENT DRAIN BOLT...
- Page 25 MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC OIL 7. With the direction control lever at the forward-most position, secure the guard frame with a rope to 1. With the handle in vertical position, remove the plug immobilize (Figure 32). cap from the hydraulic pump (Figure 30). Plug cap Forward-most position Breather...
- Page 26 MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING NOTICE Clean the spark arrester every year or 100 hours. NEVER use a spark plug of incorrect heat range. 1. Remove the 4 mm screw (3) from the exhaust deflector, then remove the deflector. See (Figure 35). 1.
- Page 27 MAINTENANCE BATTERY REMOVAL STORAGE The standard battery installed is a maintenance-free 1. Wash off dirt and soil from every part with water. While battery. It is not necessary to supply battery fluid. In case washing, be careful not to let the water splash on the of a sudden voltage drop, the battery cannot be charged electric components such as the engine muffler.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting (Compactor)
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. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting (Engine)
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Spark plug bridging? Check gap, insulation or replace spark plug. Carbon deposit on spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug. Short circuit due to defi cient spark plug Check spark plug insulation, replace if worn. insulation? Improper spark plug gap? Set to proper gap. - Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Air cleaner dirty? Clean or replace air cleaner. Improper level in carburetor? Check fl oat adjustment, rebuild carburetor. Weak in power, compression is proper and does not misfi re. Defective spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug.
- Page 31 NOTES MVH508GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/14/21) — PAGE 31...
- Page 32 OPERATION MANUAL HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING UNITED STATES Multiquip Inc. (310) 537- 3700 6141 Katella Avenue Suite 200 Cypress, CA 90630 E-MAIL: mq@multiquip.com WEBSITE: www.multiquip.com CANADA UNITED KINGDOM Multiquip Multiquip (UK) Limited Head Offi...
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