Wacker Neuson VP1340A US, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Vibroplate VP 1340A VP 1340AW VP 1550A VP 1550AW 0 1 5 4 5 6 9 E N 0154569en 008...

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Page 3: ...fety while using Internal Combustion Engines 6 1 4 Service Safety 7 1 5 Label Locations 8 1 6 Warning and Informational Labels 9 2 Technical Data 12 2 1 Engine Data 12 2 2 Machine Data 13 2 3 Sound an...

Page 4: ...le 18 4 2 Spark Plug 20 4 3 Air Cleaner 21 4 4 Engine Oil 22 4 5 Adjusting Engine Speed 22 4 6 Carburetor Adjustment 23 4 7 Cleaning Sediment Cup 23 4 8 Drive Belt 24 4 9 Exciter Lubrication 25 4 10 C...

Page 5: ...perating instructions carefully If you have questions about operating or servicing this equipment please contact Wacker Neuson Corporation The information contained in this manual was based on machine...

Page 6: ...a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Used without the safety alert symbol NOTICE indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in proper...

Page 7: ...d by Wacker Neuson Damage to equipment and injury to the user may result 1 2 4 NEVER operate the machine with the beltguard missing Exposed drive belt and pulleys create potentially dangerous hazards...

Page 8: ...r hoses is provided Exhaust gas from the engine contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure to carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death 1 3 2 Do not smoke while operat...

Page 9: ...ine is flooded or the smell of gasoline is present A stray spark could ignite the fumes 1 4 4 Do not use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents to clean parts especially in enclosed ar...

Page 10: ...Safety Information VP 1340A VP 1550A wpm_si000305gb fm 8 1 5 Label Locations wpmgr005939...

Page 11: ...w Label Meaning WARNING Always wear hearing and eye protection when operating this machine WARNING Hot surface Guaranteed sound power level in dB A WARNING Hand injury if caught in moving belt Always...

Page 12: ...the engine before refueling Label machine model Company logo Company label A nameplate listing the model number item number revision number and serial number is attached to each unit Please record th...

Page 13: ...VP 1340A VP 1550A Safety Information wpm_si000305gb fm 11 This machine may be covered by one or more patents Label Meaning...

Page 14: ...0009028 Engine Engine Make Honda Engine Model GX 160 UT1 SWX2 Maximum rated power kW Hp rated speed 3 6 4 8 3600 rpm Spark Plug NGK BPR 6ES Electrode Gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Operating speed rpm...

Page 15: ...LpA at the operator s location The weighted effective acceleration value determined according to EN ISO 5349 is approximately VP1340A AW 4 50 m s2 VP1550A AW 4 50 m s2 The sound and vibration measure...

Page 16: ...Technical Data VP 1340A VP 1550A wpm_td000314gb fm 14 2 4 Dimensions mm in 588 23 400 16 911 36 wpmgr005966...

Page 17: ...s It is intended to be used in confined areas and areas next to structures such as walls curbs and foundations Plates equipped with water tanks can be used for compacting asphalt This plate is not rec...

Page 18: ...ghtly to left d1 3 4 4 Pull starter rope c Note If the oil level in the engine is low the engine will not start If this happens add oil to engine Some engines are equipped with an oil alert light f th...

Page 19: ...et 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 compaction This will also...

Page 20: ...ditional information on engine maintenance Daily before starting After first 20 hrs Every 2 weeks or 50 hrs Every month or 100 hrs Every year or 300 hrs Check fuel level Check engine oil level Inspect...

Page 21: ...used in asphalt it is highly recommended that shockmounts are replaced every year or after 300 hours of usage Daily before starting After first 20 hrs Every 2 weeks or 50 hrs Every month or 100 hrs Ev...

Page 22: ...topping the engine Do not touch the muffler while it is hot Note Refer to section Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting 4 2 1 Remove the spark plug and inspe...

Page 23: ...low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 4 3 1 Remove air cleaner cover a Remove both elements and inspect them for holes or tears Replace dam...

Page 24: ...crankcase with the recommended oil up to the level of the plug opening c See section Technical Data for oil quantity and type 4 4 5 Install the oil filler plug 4 5 Adjusting Engine Speed See Graphic...

Page 25: ...hnical Data Note On some engines the pilot screw is fitted with a limiter cap c to prevent excessive enrichment of the air fuel mixture in order to comply with emission regulations The mixture is set...

Page 26: ...osen the four nuts b which hold the engine to the console and the screw c which holds the beltguard back to the console 4 8 3 Slide the engine backward towards the handle to tighten the belt forward t...

Page 27: ...end of exciter and tilt plate up Note In the interests of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid which drains off Dispose of this liquid...

Page 28: ...nd b Note On the VP1340 the left front lifting handle a is not present Grasp lifting handle b with both hands 4 11 4 Lift machine as shown To reduce risk of back injury while lifting keep feet flat on...

Page 29: ...down machine on vehicle to prevent machine from sliding or tipping over Tie machine to vehicle at points shown on graphic 4 13 Storage If plate is being stored for more than 30 days 4 13 1 Remove loos...

Page 30: ...citer bearings binding Check condition and level of oil in exciter Add or change oil Air filter clogged with dust reducing engine perfor mance Clean or replace air filter Engine speed too low Check en...

Page 31: ...14 CEE and has been produced in accordance with the following standards und in bereinstimmung mit folgenden Richtlinien hergestellt worden ist y ha sido fabricado en conformidad con las siguientes nor...

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