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OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL www.BARTELLGLOBAL.com Bartell Morrison Inc. Bartell Morrison USA LLC 170 Traders Blvd E 200 Commerce Drive, Unit A Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Freehold, NJ, USA L4Z 1W7 07728 Tel: (647) 953-4100 Tel: (848) 225-8100 Fax: (647) 953-4101 Fax: (848) 225-8101 SPE International Ltd Innovatech...
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OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DANGER EXPLOSION HAZARD Never operate the machine in an explosive atmosphere, near combustible materials, or where ventilation does not clear exhaust fumes. WARNING BURN HAZARD Never come into contact with the engine or muffler when engine is operating or shortly after it is turned off.
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OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS QUALITY ASSURANCE/ MACHINE BREAK IN WARRANTY INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN o ROUTINE SERVICE SCHEDULE o ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS o SETTING UP YOUR PLATE COMPACTOR o PRIOR TO OPERATION o OPERATION o MAINTENANCE...
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OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL QUALITY ASSURANCE/ MACHINE BREAK IN The Bartell Vibratory Plate Compactor is the product of extensive engineering development designed to give long life and unmatched performance. The Compactors are shipped completely assembled with the exception of attaching the handle, and only require filling with fuel and a brief check of lubricant levels in preparation for operation.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL WARRANTY INFORMATION Bartell agrees to furnish without charge, F.O.B. our plant, a replacement for any part or portion thereof, comprising the main unit of the Bartell Vibratory Plate Compactor, consisting of the exciter housing assembly, save and except drive belts, and power units, prove upon our examination, to be defective in either material or workmanship within a period of twelve (12) months from date of purchase, provided that notice of such defective part or portion thereof is given to Bartell Ltd.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN This Bartell Vibratory Plate Compactor has been assembled with care and will provide years of service. Preventative maintenance and routine service are essential to the long life of your Compactor Machine.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL ROUTINE SERVICE SCHEDULE Each 3 Each 6 Each 9 Each 12 After 1.5 Each months months months months Routine Service Intervals months or 100 or 200 or 300 or 400 or 50 hrs General Inspection Guards Check...
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL ROUTINE SERVICE INTERVALS Due to the nature and environment of use, plate compactors could be exposed to severe operating conditions. Some general maintenance guidelines will extend the useful life of your machine. • The initial service for your compactor should be performed after 25 hours of use, at which time your mechanic (or authorized repair shop) should complete all the recommended checks in the schedule above.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Bartell plate compactors are equipped with safety guards in accordance with North American and International standards. The fully enclosed belt guard protects the operator from the main drive belt. The handle is equipped with independent vibration isolation from the motor plate, reducing operator discomfort and vibration related injuries.
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OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL • ALWAYS ensure that the operators have been properly trained prior to using the equipment. • Children and small animals should NEVER be present in the work area during operation of a Bartell Plate Compactor. •...
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SETTING UP YOUR PLATE COMPACTOR Your Bartell Plate Compactor can come fully assembled with the handle and engine already installed. If the handle has been removed for shipping, it must be reinstalled before the equipment can be used.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATION Operating Principle An eccentric weight mounted on the exciter shaft contained within the exciter housing is driven at high speed by a clutch and belt drive system. This high speed shaft revolution causes the rapid lifting and downward ramming motion of the machine as well as imparting a forward motion.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE Proper maintenance, inspection and storage of your Bartell Plate Compactor is vital to preserving the performance of your equipment. The most important daily activity is to keep the equipment clean and prevent the build-up of mud and caked-on dust or particulate. Bartell Plate Compactors can be cleaned with spray from a hose or pressure washer.
OI – B19014 FORWARD COMPACTOR OWNER’S MANUAL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Declaration of Conformity / Certificat de conformité / Gelijkvormigheids certificaat Declaración de Conformidad/Declaração de Conformidade/Dichiarazione Di Conformita Bartell Morrison Inc. Bartell Morrison (USA) LLC. 170 Traders Blvd. E 200 Commerce Drive Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Freehold, New Jersey, United States of America L4Z 1W7...