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URETHANE FOAM DUAL STRUCTURE
• Clean the urethane foam in the same way as described above.
• Wash the element in kerosene or diesel fuel. Saturate it in a mixture of 3 parts kerosene or diesel fuel and 1 part engine oil. Shake off excessive oil.
• Remove spark plug, clean and adjust the spark plug gap to 0.6-0.7mm (0.02-0.03 in). (Fig.15)
• Drain the motor oil of the engine and replace with new specified oil. (Fig.16)
NOTE
When the engine is new, the first oil change must be made after 20 hours of operation and replenish the oil tank before operating.
Monthly Service
Change the oil in the vibrator assembly.
Storage
When storing the compactor for long periods after operation:
• Thoroughly drain the fuel from the fuel tank, fuel pipe and carburetor.
• Pour a few drops of motor oil into the cylinder by removing the spark plug.
Rotate the engine several times by hand so that the cylinder interior is
covered with oil.
• Clean the outer surface of the machine with an oil moistened cloth.
• Cover the unit and store in a humidity-free area.
CARE & PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Check the oil level in the motor crankcase daily. Check the vibrator oil level weekly. Inspect the rubber antivibration mounts for wear or deterioration. Clean the
underside of the plate regularly to prevent a build up of material.
SERVICE
Change the oil in the motor crankcase regularly to minimize wear. Inspect,
clean and/or replace the motor air cleaner regularly, particularly when
operating in a dusty environment. Inspect, clean and/or replace the spark
plug regularly. Check all fasteners for tightness as the machine is subject to
vibration. Check V belt tension, wear and that it is running correctly. Adjust
or replace as required.
Vibrator oil check
1. Place the plate compactor horizontally on a flat surface. Make sure the
compactor is level when checking the oil in the vibrator assembly.
2. Check vibrator oil level by removing the plug (vibrator oil gauge) as shown
in Fig.17. The oil level should be up to the oil plug. If oil is required, replace
using SAE motor oil, as suggested in the table Fig.1.
3. When changing the vibrator oil, remove the drain plug (Fig.17), and simply
tip the compactor to drain the oil. Note that the oil will drain more easily
while it is hot.
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VIBRATOR OIL PLUG
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SPARK PLUG
Fig.15
VIBRATOR
Fig.17
MOTOR OIL
Fig.16