MVH306GH PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (01/31/14) — PAGE 17
Checking The Fuel
1. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish
with unleaded gasoline. (Figure 11).
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
DO
NOT
top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Figure 11. Refueling
4.
When adding hydraulic oil, only fill to the specified oil level as
marked on the front of the hydraulic oil tank (Figure 9).
DO
NOT
overfill.
Checking the Air Cleaner
1.
Loosen the wing nut and remove the air cleaner cover as
shown in Figure 10.
2. Remove the paper filter element and inspect it for signs of
wear or dirt. If paper filter element is dirty, clean or replace
element.
Figure 9. Oil Tank (Front View)
Figure 10. Air Cleaner Element
INSPECTION
EXPLOSIVE FUEL!
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can
be dangerous if mishandled.
DO NOT
smoke while refueling.
DO NOT
attempt to
refuel if the engine is
hot
or
running
.
DANGER
CAUTION
DO NOT
overfill hydraulic oil tank. This could cause oil
leaks and sluggish operation. Clean cap and surrounding
area before opening to prevent dirt from entering oil tank.
