Preparing For Use; Device Use - MSW -FPLAT20 Manuel D'utilisation

2.4. SAFE DEVICE USE
a) Do not use the device if the ON/OFF switch does not
function properly (does not switch the device on and
off). Devices which cannot be switched on and off
using the ON/OFF switch are hazardous, should not
be operated and must be repaired.
b) When not in use, store in a safe place, away from
children and people not familiar with the device who
have not read the user manual. The device may pose
a hazard in the hands of inexperienced users.
c) Keep the device in perfect technical condition.
Before each use check for general damage and
especially check for cracked parts or elements and
for any other conditions which may impact the safe
operation of the device. If damage is discovered,
hand over the device for repair before use.
d) Keep the device out of the reach of children.
e) Device repair or maintenance should be carried out
by qualified persons, only using original spare parts.
This will ensure safe use.
f) To ensure the operational integrity of the device, do
not remove factory-fitted guards and do not loosen
any screws.
g) When transporting and handling the device between
the warehouse and the destination, observe the
occupational health and safety principles for manual
transport operations which apply in the country
where the device will be used.
h) Do not leave this appliance unattended while it is in
use.
i) Clean the device regularly to prevent stubborn grime
from accumulating.
j) The device is not a toy. Cleaning and maintenance
may not be carried out by children without
supervision by an adult person.
k) It is forbidden to interfere with the structure of
the device in order to change its parameters or
construction.
l) Keep the device away from sources of fire and heat.
m) During operation, the device generates vibrations
and requires repetitive activities that may be harmful
to user's hands and shoulders.
n) The user and the machine should be in a stable
position on level ground. Make sure that the machine
does not tip over, slip or fall during operation or
when left unattended.
o) Before using the device near excavation, make sure
that excavation walls are stable and will not collapse
under vibration.
p) Make sure that there are no live electrical cables, gas,
water or other telecommunication infrastructure in
the area to be compacted because they may become
damaged by vibrations.
q) Do not stand on the device, whether it is currently in
use or not.
r) Slipping, tripping or falling are the main causes
of serious injury or death. Be careful of uneven or
slippery working surfaces as well as unprotected
holes and excavations.
s) Use proper protective clothing and footwear when
working with hot bituminous mixtures.
t) The device is heavy and should be moved and
positioned by two sufficiently strong people. Use
the handles on the machine and proper heavy-lifting
techniques.
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ATTENTION! Despite the safe design of the device
and its protective features, and despite the use of
additional elements protecting the operator, there is
still a slight risk of accident or injury when using the
device. Stay alert and use common sense when using
the device.
3. USE GUIDELINES
The device is intended for soil compacting and surface
smoothing. The device transmits vibrations through
a vibrating plate, whose power is generated by
a combustion engine. The machine is used for smoothing
surfaces such as soil, sediments, beaches, sandy surfaces,
or finishing asphalt or paved surfaces. The device is used
for:
• trench compaction,
• earthwork,
• roadwork,
• landscape architecture,
• bricklaying,
• making driveways.
CAUTION! The machine may have difficulties with moving
forward (forward and backward – MSW-RPLAT25) on soils
with high water content (clay, mud) and in levelling soils
containing big rocks (insufficient compaction power).
Consequently, the machine should not be used in those
cases. The device is used mainly to compact flat surfaces,
although it is not effective when it comes to activities
requiring intensive compaction.
The user is liable for any damage resulting from
unintended use of the device.

3.1. PREPARING FOR USE

Before starting operation:
• Make sure that all impurities, blockages, unnecessary
nuts and caps, etc. have been removed from the
device. Particular attention should be paid to surfaces
that have contact with the vibrating plate and area
adjacent to the engine air intake, carburettor and air
filter.
• Check if all bolts and screws are installed and
adequately tightened. Loose bolts and screws may
damage the device.
• Check if the V-belt is properly tightened. The
proper distance between the belts when they are
compressed in the central position between the two
wheels is about 10-15mm (1/2 inch).
CAUTION! If the belts are excessively loose,
transmission power may be reduced or irregular
vibrations may damage the device.
• Check an engine oil level (A- maximum, B- minimum).
If the level is low, top it up through the hole for the
oil dipstick(C) (Fig. I).
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C
A
B
Use proper engine oil according to instructions in the table
below.
Rev. 07.06.2019
Temperature Oil type
+120˚F ~40˚F (49˚C~4,5˚C) SAE 30
(Spring, summer, autumn)
+40˚F ~+15˚F (4,5˚C~-9,5˚C) (Winter) SAE 20
Below +15˚F (-9,5˚C) SAE 10W-30
• On a vibrating assembly, change the oil for the first
time after 50 operating hours and for the second
time after 100 operating hours. Perform subsequent
changes every month or every 200 operating hours.
Use MOBIL NUTO H68 or other oil of the same
standard.
• Use only petrol (92% and above). When filling the
fuel tank, make sure that the fuel filter is installed.
Wheels assembly:
• Model MSW-FPLAT20:
Screw wheel frame to the main body of the device with the
mounting screws (Fig. II).
II
• Model MSW-RPLAT25:
Place wheel frame under the lifted vibrating plate (Fig. III)
and insert the wheel frame pin into the hole in the centre of
the vibrating plate (Fig. IV).
III IV

3.2. DEVICE USE

Starting the engine:
1. Turn ON/OFF switch clockwise to the "I" (ON)
position (Fig. 2)
2. Open the fuel valve (move to the right to the
"OPEN-I" position (Fig. 6)
3. Move the speed control lever from 1/3 to 1/2 of the
high speed position distance (Fig. 7).
4. Close the suction lever (push to the far left).
CAUTION! If the engine is warm or the ambient
temperature is high, open the suction lever halfway
or leave it entirely open. If the engine is cold and the
ambient temperature is low, close the suction lever
completely (Fig. 8)
5. Slowly pull the starter cable handle until you feel
resistance. This is the "compression" point. Return
the handle to its original position, then quickly pull
again. Do not pull it fully. After starting the engine
and still holding the handle, let the starter cable
slowly return to its original position (Fig. 9)
Rev. 07.06.2019
V
"I" (ON)
"0" (OFF)
VI
OPEN
"I"
"0"
CLOSE
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VIII
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Operating the speed lever:
1. As the engine heats up, gradually move the suction
lever to the far right – open position (Fig. 10).
2. Vigorously move the speed control lever to the right,
from the LOW position (turtle) to the HIGH position
(rabbit). As soon as the motor speed reaches approx.
2300-2600 rpm, the centrifugal coupling is engaged.
CAUTION! Do not move the speed control lever
slowly (from "OFF" to "ON"). If the engine speed
increases too slowly, the clutch may slip (Fig.11, 12).
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