Operators Manual
Table Of Contents
- Vibroplate
- Foreword 3
- 1. Emission System Control Information 4
- 2. Safety Information 5
- 3. Technical Data 15
- 4. Operation 18
- 5. Maintenance 23
- 5.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule 23
- 5.2 Cleaning Plate 25
- 5.3 Drive Belt 25
- 5.4 Exciter Lubrication 26
- 5.5 Spark Plug 27
- 5.6 Engine Oil 28
- 5.7 Air Cleaner 29
- 5.8 Cleaning Sediment Cup 30
- 5.9 Adjusting Engine Speed 30
- 5.10 Carburetor Adjustment 31
- 5.11 Troubleshooting 32
- 5.12 Storage 33
- 5.13 Lifting Machine 34
- 5.14 Transporting Machine 35
- Foreword
- 7.1 Emission Control Systems Warranty Statement
- 2. Safety Information
- 2.1 Laws Pertaining to Spark Arresters
- 2.2 Operating Safety
- 2.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines
- 2.4 Service Safety
- 2.5 Label Locations
- 2.6 Warning and Informational Labels
- 2.7 Operating Labels
- 3. Technical Data
- 3.1 Engine Data
- 3.2 Machine Data
- 3.3 Sound and Vibration Specifications
- 3.4 Dimensions
- 4. Operation
- 4.1 Recommended Fuel
- 4.2 Before Starting
- 4.3 To Start
- 4.4 To Stop
- 4.5 Application
- 4.6 Operation
- 4.7 Wheel Kit (0162986)
- 5. Maintenance
- 5.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule
- 5.2 Machine Maintenance
- 5.3 Cleaning Plate
- 5.4 Drive Belt
- 5.5 Exciter Lubrication
- 5.6 Spark Plug
- 5.7 Engine Oil
- 5.8 Air Cleaner
- 5.9 Cleaning Sediment Cup
- 5.10 Adjusting Engine Speed
- 5.11 Carburetor Adjustment
- 5.12 Troubleshooting
- 5.13 Storage
- 5.14 Lifting Machine
- 5.15 Transporting Machine
- Blank Page
Maintenance WP 1540A/AW
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5.12 Troubleshooting
Problem / Symptom Reason / Remedy
Plate does not develop full
speed. Poor compaction.
• Engine throttle control not completely open.
• Throttle control not adjusted correctly.
• Ground too wet, plate sticking. Allow soil to dry
before compacting.
• Drive belt loose or worn, slipping on pulleys. Adjust
or replace belt. Check that engine mounting bolts
are tight.
• Exciter 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 engine speed with
tachometer. Adjust or repair engine to run at correct
speed. Refer to engine manual.
Engine running, no vibration • Engine throttle not open.
• Drive belt loose or broken. Adjust or replace.
• Clutch damaged. Inspect and replace clutch.
• Engine speed too low. Check engine speed.
• Too much oil in exciter. Adjust oil to correct level.
Plate jumps or compacts
unevenly.
• Ground surface too hard.
• Shockmounts loose or damaged.