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OPERATION MANUAL SERIES MODEL MVH308DE REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTOR (HATZ 1B30E DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #0 (09/06/22) 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.
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. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 5...
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ALWAYS clear the work area of any debris, tools, etc. that would constitute a hazard while the equipment is in operation. PAGE 6 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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MV H-3 06 MV H-3 06 the engine start diffi cult. and serious damage to the equipment or engine. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 7...
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ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. hot engine. Repair or replace all worn cables. PAGE 8 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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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. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 9...
Test course (crushed gravel) is in compliance with European Directive EN500-4. The above values are subject to change if machine is modified and/or the required regulations change. PAGE 10 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
Reference Table 1 for battery specifications. and handle are vibration isolated from the vibrating plate. CONTROLS Before starting the plate compactor identify and understand the function of all the controls and components. PAGE 12 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
NEVER operate the engine engine speed. with the muffler removed. 5. Dipstick — Remove dipstick to determine if the engine oil level is low. If low, add oil as specified. PAGE 16 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
Winter 0°C or Lower SAE 10W-10 2. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 17...
"Start" position. Figure 12. Key Positions 4. After "HA" is displayed on the hour tachometer, the display will change immediately to "cumulative time" (Figure 13). PAGE 20 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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8. Before the compactor is placed in to operation, run the engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with a lose component. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 21...
Your unit may be equipped with direction control levers on both the right and left side of the handle. Earlier models only have one control lever located on the right side of the handle. PAGE 22 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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2. Move the throttle lever (Figure 19) to the "Stop" position to stop the engine. The buzzer will sound. Throttle lever Handle Idle position Stop position Figure 19. Throttle Lever (Stop Position) MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 23...
Ensure that the maintenance area is well ventilated. Diesel engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can cause unconsciousness and may result in DEATH. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 25...
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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 HATZ Shop Manual for service procedures. 3. For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. PAGE 26 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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Engine oil drain (Drain bolt) Dust exhaust Dust pot Figure 22. Unlatching Dust Pot 2. Clean dust pot with water and neutral detergent. Figure 24. Draining Engine Oil PAGE 28 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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Do not exceed OIL LEVEL of hydraulic oil. If the level is higher, oil will burst out from the breather plug. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 29...
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1. Check the battery checker on the hour tachometer (Figure 29). Battery checker HOUR TACHOMETER LOOSEN BOLT DIESEL ENGINE TACH &HOUR METER (4 PLACES) BATTERY Figure 29. Battery Check Figure 31. Raising The Battery PAGE 30 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
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8. Loosen the two bolts on each side of the battery bracket and slide the bracket down to lower the battery to its original location. 9. Tighten the four bolts. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 31...
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 PAGE 32 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
Correct engine oil level. Use No. 2-D diesel fuel only. Check the fuel Injection pump wear? injection pump element and delivery valve assembly and replace as necessary. MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 33...
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Radiator net or radiator fi n clogged with dust? Clean net or fi n carefully. Fan, radiator, or radiator cap defective? Replace defective part. Thermostat defective? Check thermostat and replace if necessary. Head gasket defective or water leakage? Replace parts. PAGE 34 — MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22)
*1 About the model of *2 About connecters: X1,X2 connecters: Male : NIHON TANSH 18044-2 Male : ITT-CANON 391-8530-006 Famele : NIHON TANSHI 17075-2 Famele : ITT-CANON 391-8531-016 MVH308DE PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/06/22) — PAGE 35...
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