Vibrator Assembly ..........38-41 Hydraulic System Assembly ....... 42-43 Control Handle Assembly ........44-47 NOTE Specification and part number are subject to change without notice PAGE 4 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
10+ line items. Toll-free FAX: 800/6-PARTS-7 • 800-672-7877 *DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE* Fax order discount and UPS special programs revised June 1, 1995 MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 5...
Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols. PAGE 6 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection. NOTE This reversible plate compactor, other property, or the surrounding environment could be damaged if you do not follow instructions. MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 7...
. Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted. ■ DO NOT leave reversible plate compactor with engine running. Use chock blocks if parking reversible plate compactor on a grade. PAGE 8 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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■ DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste. ■ DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source. MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 9...
Figure 1 displays the operation and safety decals as they appear on the reversible plate compactor. Should any of these decals become damaged or unreadable, contact the Multiquip Parts Department for a replacement set. Figure 1. Operation and Safety Decals PAGE 10 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
Due to their weight and force, reversible plates are ideal for semi-cohesive soils. MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 13...
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Engine – This plate compactor uses a HONDA GX340K1SMX2 engine. Refer to the owner’s manual for engine information and related topics. PAGE 14 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
10. Fuel Tank – Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional Fuel Valve Lever – OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop information refer to engine owner's manual. the flow of fuel. MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 15...
4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters). PAGE 16 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
Figure 9. Engine Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position) Move the throttle lever to the STARTposition by opening it to about 20 degrees (Figure 10). MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 17...
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8. Before the compactor is placed into operation, run the engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would be associated with a loose component. Figure 17. Travel Lever PAGE 18 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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Figure 18. Throttle Lever (Stop) 3. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position (Figure 19). Figure Figure 19. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF) MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 19...
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T i e d o w n t h e m a c h i n e s e c u r e l y o n t h e transportation so that it will not move or topple over. PAGE 20 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
Fuel piping and connections should be replaced every Check engine oil. 2 years. MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 21...
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Whenever the compactor's vibration becomes weak or lost during normal operation regardless of operation hours, check the V-belt and clutch immediately. Figure 28. Bleeder Plug MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 23...
7. Install the cover of oil tank. Coat packing with liquid packing such as Threebond #1215. Use loctite #242 for mounting screw. Figure 29. Hydraulic Oil Maintenance PAGE 24 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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. r o l i f r e t t l i f . r e r i A n i l n i l MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 25...
(or latest) part available. NOTE The contents of this catalog are subject to change without notice . PAGE 28 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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NUT, SPECIAL 16MM (1) ......1 ... USE FROM ENGINE SN 2536523 90201ZE3790 NUT, SPECIAL 16MM ........1 ... USE UP TO ENGINE SN 2536522 90741ZE2000 KEY, SPECIAL WOODRUFF 25X18 MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02) — PAGE 65...
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HONDA GX340K1SMX2 — FUEL TANK ASSY. FUEL TANK ASSY. PAGE 66 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
Freight is at the sender’s expense. All parts must be returned freight prepaid to Multiquip’s designated receiving point. PAGE 80 — MQ-MIKASA MVH-304GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/25/02)
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