Super Handy GUO039, Operator'S Manual

Compactor Operation

Adding fuel 

1. Fill the fuel tank as instructed in the separate Engine Manual packed with the Plate 

Compactor.

2. More detailed description of the engine operation and all related precautions and procedures 

can be found in the Engine Manual packed separately with the unit.

Starting Engine

1. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.

2. To start a cold engine, move the choke to the CLOSE position. To restart a warm engine, 

leave the choke lever in the OPEN position.

3. Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about 1/3 of the way toward the FAST 

position.

4. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.

5. Operate the starter.

Operating

Do not operate plate on concrete or on extremely hard, dry, compacted surfaces. 

The plate will jump rather than vibrate and could damage both plate and engine.

1. After engine warms up, pull throttle lever to accelerate engine speed. Plate will begin 

vibrating and move forward.

2. The plate compactor is designed to run at an engine speed (engine take of shat) of 3600

rpm (Normally considered full throttle). Running the engine at lower rpm's will result in a 

decrease of compaction force and lower travel speed. It will create excessive “out-of-synch” 

vibrations resulting in poor compaction, maneuverability. Excessive wear to the machine, 

and discomfort to the operator.

3. In operation, guide the machine, but let the compactor do the work. Bearing down on the 

handle is unnecessary and causes shock absorber wear.

4. On level surfaces the compactor moves forward rapidly. On uneven surfaces or inclines, light 

forward pressure on handle may be required to assist the compactor in moving forward.

5. The number of passes required to reach a desired compaction level will depend on the type 

and moisture content of soil. Maximum soil compaction has been reached when excessive 

kickback is noticed.

• When using a compactor on asphalt, Water Sprinkler Kit is required to help prevent the 

bottom plate from adhering to the hot asphalt surface.

• When using plate on paving stones, attach a pad to the bottom of the plate to prevent 

chipping or grinding surface of the stones. A special urethane pad designed for this purpose 

is available as an optional accessory.

• While a certain amount of moisture in the soil is necessary, excessive moisture may cause 

soil particles to stick together and prevent good compaction. If soil is extremely wet, allow it to 

dry somewhat before compacting.

• If soil is so dry as to create dust clouds while operating plate, some moisture should be added 

to the ground material to improve compacting. This will also reduce service to the air filter.

Stopping Engine 

To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position.

Under normal conditions, use the following procedure.

1. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position.

2. Let engine idle for one or two minutes.

3. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.

4. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.

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