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SECTION 2
OPERATIONS
Operations (cont’d)
Pre-start Checks
The following pre-start checks must be performed before the start of each work session or after every
four hours of use, whichever is
fi
rst. Please refer to the Service and Maintenance section for detailed
guidance. If any fault is discovered, the Plate Compactor must not be used until the fault is recti
fi
ed.
1.
Thoroughly inspect the machine for signs of damage, Make sure all guards are in place and
secured.
2. Check
hoses,
fi
ller openings, drain plugs and other areas for signs of leakage. Fix any leaks
before
operating.
3.
Check the engine oil level and top up as necessary. Use proper engine oil with the proper vis-
cosity (SAE 10W-30 is recommended).
4.
Check the engine fuel level and top us as necessary. Use clean fuel. The use of contaminated
fuel may damage the fuel system.
This
machine
uses
unleaded
petrol/gasoline!!
5.
Check the air
fi
lter is clean. Excessive dirt/dust accumulation within the
fi
lter element will cause
erratic engine operation. Clean the air
fi
lter element when it is contaminated (refer to the Ser-
vice and Maintenance section).
6.
Check for fuel and oil leaks.
Start/Stop Procedure
1.
Open the fuel cock.
2.
Set the engine switch to the ON position.
3.
Set the speed control lever to the STARTING position (Halfway between HIGH and LOW posi-
tion).
4.
Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position.
5.
Taking a
fi
rm hold of the Operating handle with one hand, grasp the recoil starter handle with the
other, Pull the recoil starter handle until engine resistance is felt, then let starter return.
6.
Taking care not to pull the starter rope fully out, pull the starter handle briskly.
7.
Repeat until the engine
fi
res.
8.
Once the engine
fi
res gradually set the choke lever to the OPEN position.
9.
Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes to warm up.
10. After the engine has warmed up, the machine is ready for operation.
11.
Move the throttle lever to the high speed ‘H’ position quickly to prevent damage from occurring
to the clutch. The ‘Full Throttle’ position of this machine has been preset at the factory to
achieve optimum machine performance.
12. With the engine running in the full throttle position, the machine will move forward and compact
loose
‘lifts’.
13.
In preparation for stopping the engine, move the throttle lever to the LOW position.
*Always follow manufacturer instructions*
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