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To adjust belt:   

5.3.1  Loosen the two screws (

a

) on the beltguard, then remove the beltguard, keeping the 

screw assemblies captured on the beltguard. 

5.3.2  Loosen the four nuts (

b

) which hold the engine to the console, and the screw (

c

which holds the beltguard back to the console.   

5.3.3  Slide the engine backward (towards the handle) to tighten the belt, forward to 

loosen the belt.   

5.3.4  Adjust the belt so that it deflects 10–13 mm (

d

) when pressed midway between the 

belt pulleys.   

5.3.5  Make sure that the clutch pulley (

f

) and the exciter pulley (

e

) are in alignment.  

Place a straight edge against the exciter pulley (

e

) and move the engine so that the 

two pulleys are parallel.   

5.3.6  Torque all nuts and screws to 20.5 Nm as you reassemble the machine. 

 

 

Graphic 4 

5.4 Spark Plug   

See Graphic 5   

Clean or replace spark plug as needed to ensure proper operation. Refer to the engine 

Owner’s Manual. 

WARNING: 

The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for 

awhile after stopping the engine. Do not touch the muffler while it is hot. 

Note:

  Refer to the Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the 

electrode gap setting.   

5.4.1      Remove spark plug and inspect it.   

Summary of Contents for PDZ1240

Page 1: ...arding the operation and maintenance of these products We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual We reserve the right to change this product at any time withou...

Page 2: ...Safety 6 2 5 Label Locations 7 2 6 Warning and Informational Labels 8 2 7 Operating Labels 9 3 Technical Data 11 3 1 Engine Data 11 3 2 Machine Data 11 3 3 Sound and Vibration Specifications 11 3 4 Di...

Page 3: ...5 Engine Oil 18 5 6 Air Cleaner 19 5 7 Cleaning Sediment Cup 20 5 8 Adjusting Engine Speed 21 5 9 Carburetor Adjustment 21 5 10 Exciter Lubrication 22 5 11 Troubleshooting 23 5 12 Storage 24 5 13 Lift...

Page 4: ...rmation contained in this manual was based on machines in production at the time of publication We reserves the right to change any portion of this information without notice All rights especially cop...

Page 5: ...nd the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls Inexperienced operators should receive instruction from someone familiar with the equipment before being...

Page 6: ...e owner s manual and safety guidelines below Failure to follow warnings and safety guidelines could result in severe injury or death 2 3 1 DO NOT run machine indoors or in an enclosed area such as a d...

Page 7: ...ded or the smell of gasoline is present A stray spark could ignite fumes 2 4 4 DO NOT use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents to clean parts especially in enclosed areas Fumes from...

Page 8: ...7 2 5 Label Locations Graphic 1...

Page 9: ...or machine information WARNING Hot surface WARNING Hand injury if caught in moving belt Always replace belt guard CAUTION Read and understand the supplied operator s manual before operating this machi...

Page 10: ...labels where needed These labels are described below Label Meaning Open fuel flow valve Push or turn engine switch to ON position Close choke Place throttle in the IDLE position Pull rewind starter C...

Page 11: ...10 Label Meaning Open choke Place throttle in the FAST position Throttle control lever Rabbit Full or Fast Turtle Idle or Slow...

Page 12: ...0 6 20 Fuel type Regular unleaded gasoline Fuel Tank Capacity L qts 3 6 4 0 Spark Plug type NGK BPR 6ES F7RTC Electrode Gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 3 2 Machine Data Model PDZ1240 Plate Operating We...

Page 13: ...LWA and ISO 6081 for the sound pressure level LpA at the operator s location The weighted effective acceleration value determined according to ISO 8662 Part 1 is 3 2 m s2 The sound and vibration speci...

Page 14: ...of external fasteners Condition of fuel lines 4 3 To Start See Graphic 3 4 3 1 Open fuel valve by moving lever to the right a1 Note If engine is cold move choke lever to close position b1 If engine i...

Page 15: ...ates equipped with water tanks can be used for compacting asphalt This plate is not recommended for compacting cohesive soils with a heavy clay content For cohesive soil use a vibratory rammer or shee...

Page 16: ...ir filter For compacting asphalt use a water tank to wet the asphalt and the underside of plate This will prevent asphalt material from sticking Two passes are usually sufficent to ensure good compact...

Page 17: ...Clean air cleaner elements Inspect shock mounts for damage Change engine oil Clean cooling system Clean sediment cup fuel filter Check and clean spark plug Check and adjust valve clearance Grease exc...

Page 18: ...sure that the clutch pulley f and the exciter pulley e are in alignment Place a straight edge against the exciter pulley e and move the engine so that the two pulleys are parallel 5 3 6 Torque all nu...

Page 19: ...le the engine is still warm 5 5 2 Remove the oil fill plug a and drain plug b to drain oil Note In the interests of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to...

Page 20: ...solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 5 6 1 Remove air cleaner cover a Remove both elements and inspect them for holes or tears Replace damaged elements 5...

Page 21: ...Sediment Cup See Graphic 8 5 7 1 Turn fuel valve off 5 7 2 Remove sediment cup a and O ring b 5 7 3 Wash both thoroughly in a nonflammable solvent Dry and reinstall them 5 7 4 Turn fuel valve on and...

Page 22: ...ustment See Graphic 10 5 9 1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up to operating temperature 5 9 2 Set the pilot screw a 2 turns out See Note 5 9 3 With the engine idling turn the pilot screw a in o...

Page 23: ...h seal ring b Oil level should be at drain plug threads Add oil as required Change exciter oil every 300 hours of operation To drain oil remove plug a from end of exciter and tilt plate up Note In the...

Page 24: ...ing Check condition and level of oil in exciter Add or change oil Air filter clogged with dust reducing engine perfor mance Clean or replace air filter Engine speed too low Check engine speed with tac...

Page 25: ...r fire hazards let the engine cool before transporting the machine or storing it indoors Turn the fuel valve to the off position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel from spilling 5 13 3 Grasp ma...

Page 26: ...gine cool before transporting machine or storing indoors 5 14 1 Turn fuel valve to the off position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel from spilling 5 14 2 Tie down machine on vehicle to preven...

Page 27: ...26 5 15 Parts List...

Page 28: ...Vib proof handle 1 26 100026 Vibrator assembly 1 9 100009 Rubber 2 27 100027 Vibrating plate 1 10 100010 Rubber coupling 2 28 100028 Shock absorber 4 11 100011 Washer plat 12 5 40 3 2 29 100029 Washe...

Page 29: ...shut off 4 1000504 Hexagonal bolt M8x25 8 14 1000514 Bearing 6211 5 1000505 Cover seal vib 1 15 1000515 Hexagonal bolt M16x40 6 1000506 Ecc rotary shaft 1 16 1000516 Washer lock M16 7 1000507 Key 8x7...

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