MVC82VH/VHW PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/16) — PAGE 15
COMPONENTS
Figure 1. Plate Compactor Components
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3
5
2
8
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7
1
10
9
WATER TANK
(MVC82VHW ONLY)
Figure 1 shows the location of the basic controls and
components of the MVC82VH/VHW Plate Compactor. The
function of each control is described below:
1.
Water Tank Cap (VHW Only)
— Remove this cap to
add water to the water tank.
2.
Fuel Tank Cap
— Remove this cap to add fuel.
3.
Lifting Bale
— When lifting of the compactor is
required either by forklift, crane, etc., tie rope or chain
around this lifting point.
4.
Handle Bar
— When operating the compactor use this
handle bar to maneuver the compactor.
5.
Gasoline Engine
— This plate compactor uses a
HONDA GX160 engine. Refer to the HONDA owner's
manual for engine information and related topics.
6.
Belt Cover
— Remove this cover to gain access to the
V-belts.
NEVER
run the compactor without the V-belt
cover. If the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility
exists that your hand may get caught between the V-belt
and clutch, causing serious injury and bodily harm.
7.
Vibrating Plate
— A flat, open plate made of durable
cast iron construction used in the compacting of soil.
8.
Vibration Case
— Encloses the eccentric, gears and
counter weights.
9.
Water Shut-Off Valve (VHW only)
— Turn this valve
downward to let water flow from the water tank to the
water tube.
10.
Water Tank (VHW only)
— Holds 13.8 quarts of water
(removable, no tools required).
