MVH306GH PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (01/31/14) — PAGE 15
Figure 5. Honda GX270 Engine Components
INITIAL SERVICING
The engine (Figure 5) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers engine
manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing. The
engine shown above is a
HONDA
engine, operation for other
types of engines may vary somewhat.
1
.
Fuel Filler Cap –
Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened
securely.
DO NOT
over fill.
DANGER
2
.
Throttle Lever –
Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever
advanced forward
SLOW
, lever back toward operator
FAST
).
3
.
Engine ON/OFF Switch –
ON position permits engine
starting, OFF position stops engine operations.
4
.
Recoil Starter (pull rope) –
Manual-starting method. Pull
the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and
smoothly.
5
.
Fuel Valve Lever –
OPEN
to let fuel flow,
CLOSE
to stop
the flow of fuel.
6
.
Choke Lever –
Used in the starting of a cold engine, or in
cold weather conditions. The choke enriches the fuel
mixture.
7
.
Air Cleaner –
Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
8
.
Spark Plug –
Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.028 - 0.031 inch) Clean
spark plug once a week.
9
.
Muffler –
Used to reduce noise and emissions.
10
. Fuel Tank –
Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional
information refer to engine owner's manual.
BASIC ENGINE
WARNING
Add fuel to the tank only when the engine is
stopped and has cooled down. In the event
of a fuel spill,
DO NOT
attempt to start the
engine until the fuel residue has been
completely wiped up and the area
surrounding the engine is dry.
Engine components can generate extreme
heat. To prevent burns,
DO NOT
touch these
areas while the engine is running or
immediately after operating.
NEVER
operate
the engine with the muffler removed.
WARNING
Operating the engine without an air filter, with a damaged air
filter, or a filter in need of replacement will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
NOTICE
