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MULTIQUIP Mikasa Series Operation Manual

Tamping rammer (honda gx100rtkrbf gasoline engine)
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OPERATION MANUAL
SERIES
MODEL MTX70HD
TAMPING RAMMER
(HONDA GX100RTKRBF GASOLINE ENGINE)
Revision #7 (11/30/22)
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.

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL SERIES MODEL MTX70HD TAMPING RAMMER (HONDA GX100RTKRBF GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #7 (11/30/22) 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.

  • Page 2: Proposition 65 Warning

    PROPOSITION 65 WARNING PAGE 2 — MTX70HD RAMMER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #7 (11/30/22)
  • Page 3 NOTES MTX70HD RAMMER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #7 (11/30/22) — PAGE 3...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MTX70HD Rammer Proposition 65 Warning ........... 2 Table Of Contents ............ 4 Safety Information ..........5-8 Specifications ............9 Noise and Vibration Emissions ......10 General Information ..........11 Components ............12 Basic Engine ............13 Transporting And Lifting ......... 14 Inspection ..............

  • Page 5: 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 6 „ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a „ NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not running machine. recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage NOTICE to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. „ ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY FUEL SAFETY DANGER DANGER „ The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon „ DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or cause death if inhaled.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY CAUTION „ NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting. NOTICE „ Before lifting, make sure that the equipment parts (hook and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not loose or missing. „...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Rammer Specifications Overall Height 39.37 in. (1000 mm) Overall Width 13.78 in. (350 mm) Over Length 31.02 in. (788 mm) Shoe Size (W x L) 13.4 x 11.2 in. (340 x 285 mm) Fuel Tank Capacity 2.7 qt. (2.5 liters) Lubrication Oil Capacity 0.8 qt.

  • Page 10: Noise And Vibration Emissions

    NOISE AND VIBRATION EMISSIONS Table 3. Noise and Vibration Emissions Measured Sound Power Level in dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Power Level in dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Pressure Level at Operator Station in dB(A) Hand-Arm Vibration in m/s NOTES: Products are tested for sound pressure level in accordance with European Directives 2000/14/EC and 2005/88/EC, relating to Noise Emission in the Environment by equipment for use outdoors.

  • Page 11: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION The Multiquip MTX70HD tamping rammer is a powerful compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive impacts to a soil surface. Its applications include soil compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable installation work.

  • Page 12: Components

    COMPONENTS 6. Lower Lifting Handle — Used with rollers (item 6) to facilitate the loading onto tailgate of a truck or transport vehicle. 7. Oil Gauge (Sight Glass) — Indicates the level of oil in the oil bath reservoir. 8. Drain Valve — Open this valve to remove oil from the bellows.

  • Page 13: Basic Engine

    BASIC ENGINE Figure 2. Honda GX100 Engine 4. Muffler — Used to reduce noise and emissions. The engine (Figure 2) must be checked for proper lubri- cation and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the 5. Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap — Remove this cap to engine manufacturer's manual for detailed operation and determine if the engine oil is low.

  • Page 14: Transporting And Lifting

    TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING Inspect the lower lifting handle (Figure 3) for cracks or NOTICE damage. If the lifting handle is damaged in any way, replace it DO NOT use the lower lifting handle as a connection immediately. Ensure hardware is properly tightened before use. point when transporting or lifting with forklifts, cranes LOWER or other machinery.

  • Page 15: Inspection

    INSPECTION It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to operate the rammer. DO NOT use your rammer until this section is thoroughly understood. FUEL TANK CRANKCASE AND SPRING CYLINDER OIL BATH This unit uses an oil bath lubrication system. Perform the following: 1.

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION 3. Place the choke lever to the closed position. When the CAUTION weather is cold, close the choke all the way. When it Failure to understand the operation of the Tamping is hot, or if the engine is hot, open the choke a little or Rammer could result in severe damage to the unit or leave it fully open.
  • Page 17 OPERATION OPERATION CAUTION CAUTION Make sure that the throttle lever is moved to the FULL START position. Operating the rammer at less than full Rammer should only be operated while standing speed can result in damage to the clutch springs or foot. behind the machine, and holding Guide Handle firmly with both hands (Figure 13A).

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE DAILY EVERY 200 HOURS „ Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and „ Remove the oil drain plug on foot housing (Figure 18) and control area. drain the oil. Refill with approximately 1.7 pint (800 cc) of 10W-30 SE, SF or higher grade motor oil.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Combo lever in incorrect position? Make sure combo lever is in start position. 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.
  • Page 20 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 21 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Rammer) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Operating speed of throttle lever is Set throttle lever to correct position. incorrectly set? Oil in excess? Drain excess oil. Bring to correct level. Clutch slips? Replace or adjust clutch. Engine runs but rammer jumps erratically or not at all.
  • Page 22 © COPYRIGHT 2022, MULTIQUIP INC. Multiquip Inc , the MQ logo are registered trademarks of Multiquip Inc. and may not be used, reproduced, or altered without written permission. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners and used with permission.

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