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6-1/2 HP PLATE COMPACTOR 91762 Set up, Operating, and Servicing inStructiOnS using an engine indoors can KiLL YOu in MinuteS. engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. this is a poison you cannot see or smell. never use inside Only use OutSide...
WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed in the following pages may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS REV 08d For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 2...
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 3...
If both hands are holding the Handle and your feet are clear of the Compactor Base, your hands, fingers, and feet cannot be injured by the Compactor Base. Never place tools under the Compact Vibrator Plate. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 4...
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If necessary, immediately stop the compacting work. Always park the Vibrator Plate on a firm and level surface. FIRE AND EXPLOSION PRECAUTIONS Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable, and potentially explosive. Use For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 5...
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and allow the Engine to completely cool before carrying out maintenance. Check for damaged parts. Before using the Vibrator Plate, any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 6...
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 7...
The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. REV 04g, 07j For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 8...
Make sure that the Upper Handle (46) is FIRMLY attached to the unit BEFORE use. See the parts list and assembly diagram on pages 14 and 15. REV 07j; 08d For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 9...
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Power Switch Choke Control Lever Start Handle OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre-Start Checks: Check to make sure the Engine’s Power Switch is in its “OFF” position. See Figure 4 above. REV 08d For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 10...
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Turn the Engine’s Power Switch to its “OFF” position. Turn the Fuel Valve on the Engine to “OFF”. NOTE: Always park the Vibrator Plate on a firm and level surface. REV 04g, 08c For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 11...
Grease Port (52) adapter, insert high temperature bear- ing grease ( NLGI Grade 2 ) into the Grease Port (52). See the photo to the right. REV 04g; 05j; 08d For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 12...
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Refer to the engine manual for instructions on how to safely remove gas from the fuel tank. We recommend that you add fuel stabilizer to the gas if you are planning to store the Plate Compactor for a long period of time. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 13...
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration pur- poses only, and are not avail- able individually as replace- ment parts. REV 04g; 08d For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 15...
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 91762 PAGE 16...