Toro RP-1200, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... 500 700 1200 Reversible Plate Compactor Model No 68071 Serial No 313000001 and Up Model No 68072 Serial No 313000001 and Up Model No 68073 Serial No 313000001 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3377 539 A ...

Page 2: ...inding a dealer or to register your product Whenever you need service genuine Toro parts or additional information contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the space provided Figure 1 Model No Serial No This manual id...

Page 3: ...dorless deadly poison that can kill you Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area Training Read the Operator s Manual and other training material If the operator s or mechanic s cannot read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment operator controls and safety signs All operators and mechanics shoul...

Page 4: ...ark the machine on a level surface set the throttle to slow and stop the engine Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing Clean debris from the drives mufflers and engine to help prevent fires Clean up fuel and oil spillage Let the engine cool before storing and do not store near flame Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors Park the machine on level ground Never ...

Page 5: ... located near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost 125 8182 1 Slow 3 Fast 2 Variable speed control 125 8207 1 Engine oil 93 9084 1 Lift point 125 8206 1 Caution 3 Read the Operator s Manual for information on lifting the machine 2 Do not lift the compactor by the handle 5 ...

Page 6: ...rning read the Operator s Manual 4 Warning keep away from moving parts keep all guards and shields in place 2 Warning wear hearing protection 5 Choking hazard do not operate the machine indoors 3 Warning check engine oil level before operating the machine 6 Explosion hazard stop the engine and extinguish all flames before refueling the machine 6 ...

Page 7: ...y with eccentric oil in the eccentric housing however it may be necessary to add oil Refer to Servicing the Eccentric Oil page 15 Add only enough oil so that the oil level is flush with the oil plug on the side of the eccentric housing Product Overview Figure 3 RP 500 1 Direction control lever 5 Fuel tank 2 Throttle control 6 Fuel On Off switch 3 Air cleaner 7 Oil dipstick 4 Lift point 8 Recoil st...

Page 8: ...Engine On Off switch Specifications Model Number RP 500 RP 700 RP 1200 Width 40 cm 15 7 inches 50 cm 19 7 inches 60 cm 23 6 inches Length 118 cm 46 5 inches 128 cm 50 8 inches 142 cm 55 9 inches Height handle raised 109 cm 42 9 inches 113 cm 44 5 inches 115 cm 45 3 inches Height handle lowered 99 cm 39 inches 104 cm 40 9 inches 105 5 cm 41 5 inches Weight 120 kg 264 6 lbs 210 kg 463 lbs 330 kg 727...

Page 9: ...lts use only clean fresh unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher R M 2 rating method Oxygenated fuel with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE by volume is acceptable Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline such as E15 or E85 with more than 10 ethanol by volume Performance problems and or engine damage may result which may not be covered under warranty Do not use gasoline containing methanol ...

Page 10: ...ditioner in the traction unit to provide the following benefits Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less For longer storage it is recommended that the fuel tank be drained Cleans the engine while it runs Eliminates gum like varnish buildup in the fuel system which causes hard starting Important Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Add the correct amount of gas sta...

Page 11: ...tch 3 Move the choke lever to the left if you are starting a cold engine Figure 12 Note A warm or hot engine may not require choking g019774 1 Figure 12 1 Choke 4 Slowly pull the recoil handle until you encounter resistance then pull sharply to start the engine 5 After the engine starts gradually move the choke to the right If the engine stalls or hesitates move the choke left again until the engi...

Page 12: ...rating the Compactor Controlling the Direction of Travel The travel control lever automatically moves forward and the machine will begin travelling forward Figure 17 Figure 15 1 Travel control lever in forward position 2 Travel control lever in backward position Pull the travel control lever backward to make the machine travel backwards Figure 17 Transporting the Machine The rollcage lift point ca...

Page 13: ... oil level Yearly Change the eccentric oil Disconnecting the Spark Plug Wire Before performing any maintenance on the engine disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Figure 16 Figure 17 1 Spark plug wire Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval Before each use or daily Inspect the air cleaner elements Every 50 hours Clean the air filter elements Clean them more frequently in dusty oper...

Page 14: ...n the foam element restricts the air flow through the element and may reach the paper filter and clog it 13 Wipe dirt from the base and the cover with a moist rag Note Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from entering the air duct leading to the carburetor 14 Install the air cleaner elements and ensure that they are properly positioned 15 Securely install the cover with the nut Servicing the Eng...

Page 15: ... the eccentric housing Figure 21 Figure 21 RP 500 shown 1 Oil plug 3 Verify that the eccentric oil is level with the bolt hole If adding oil is required refer to Changing the Eccentric Oil page 15 4 Wipe up any spilled oil 5 Replace the oil plug screw Changing the Eccentric Oil Service Interval Yearly Every 300 hours 1 Set the throttle to slow stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop ...

Page 16: ...repeat this procedure and replace the O ring Servicing the Belt Checking the Belt Tension 1 Remove the bolts holding the belt cover in place Figure 23 Figure 23 1 Bolts 2 Apply 1 kg 2 2 lbs of pressure to the middle of the belt If tensioned correctly it should sag 0 5 cm 0 2 inches 3 If the belt is not tensioned properly refer to Adjusting the Belt Tension page 16 4 Replace the belt cover Adjustin...

Page 17: ...cessive use of water especially near the engine 3 Service the air cleaner refer to page 4 Change the engine oil refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level page 9 5 For storage over 30 days prepare the unit as follows A Add a petroleum based stabilizer conditioner to fuel in the tank Follow mixing instructions from stabilizer manufacturer 1 oz per gallon Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer ethanol o...

Page 18: ...late does not vibrate at full speed 2 The belt is loose 2 Adust the belt tension 1 A foreign object is lodged against the eccentric sheave 1 Remove the obstruction 2 The oil level in the eccentric housing is too high 2 Check the oil level and drain as necessary 3 The clutch has slipped 3 Adjust the carburetor The clutch is extremely hot 4 Engine RPM is not reaching full RPM 4 Adjust the throttle s...

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Page 20: ...oduct failures which result from the use of non Toro replacement parts or from installation and use of add on modified or unapproved accessories Product failures which result from failure to perform required maintenance and or adjustments Product failures which result from operating the Product in an abusive negligent or reckless manner Parts subject to consumption through use unless found to be d...