Specifications

MVH-306GH PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (08/15/07) — PAGE 19
TRAVELING
Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced in the safety section
of this manual before operating compactor. Keep work area
clear of debris and other objects that could cause damage to the
compactor or bodily harm.
Figure 20. Throttle Lever (Fast)
1. Grasp the compactor's hand grip (Figure 20), and move the
engine throttle lever (Figure 20) quickly to the
fast position.
2. With the throttle lever in the fast position, the engine speed
should be around 3,600 RPM, therefore engaging the cen-
trifugal clutch.
CAUTION
MVH-306GH — OPERATION
3. Place the choke lever (Figure 16) in the " OPEN " position
if starting a
cold engine.
4. Place the
choke lever (Figure 17) in the " CLOSED " position
if starting a
warm engine or the temperature is warm.
Figure 16. Engine Choke Lever (Open)
Figure 17. Engine Choke Lever (Closed)
6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 19) and slowly pull it out. The
resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre-
sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly
and smoothly for starting.
7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
(Figure 17) to the
CLOSED position. If the engine has not
started repeat steps 1 through 6.
Figure 19. Starter Grip
8. Before the compactor is placed into operation, run the engine
for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that
would be associated with a loose component.
5. Place the
engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 18) in the " ON "
position.
Figure 18. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position)
ALWAYS move the throttle lever quickly without
hesitation, because increasing the engine
speed slowly causes the clutch to slip.