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Buffalo Tools PC3000 Instruction Manual Download Page 4

ITEM # PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

The following items are supplied with this Unit. Verify that all items are included.

STOP!

If there are missing items,

call 1-866-460-9436, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM Central Time

for customer service.

Item List:

Spark plug wrench

ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

Observe the locations of the various components and controls of this unit.

Attach Trigger to Handle Bar

(A) Attach Handle

Unfold Handle Bar

Before compacting, fold up
the wheel kit as shown.

(B) Attach Wheels

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Summary of Contents for PC3000

Page 1: ...ght to change this product at any time without prior notice IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT HAVE QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE If you experience a problem or need parts for this product visit our website http www buffalotools com or call our customer help line at 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time A copy ...

Page 2: ...stomer Service Representative The warranty does not extend to units damaged or affected by fuel contamination accidents neglect misuse unauthorized alterations use in an application for which the product was not designed and any other modifications or abuse 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 30 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial and Rental Purpose Units are warranted to be free from defects in materials and...

Page 3: ...w this unit to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel tank cap Loosen the cap slowly to relieve pressure in the fuel tank Avoid spilling fuel Do not fill the fuel tank above the upper limit line Gasoline may expand during operation Do not fill to the top of the tank Always check for spilled gasoline and immediately wipe it up before starting this unit Empty the fuel tank before stori...

Page 4: ... If there are missing items call 1 866 460 9436 Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM Central Time for customer service Item List Spark plug wrench ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS Observe the locations of the various components and controls of this unit Attach Trigger to Handle Bar A Attach Handle Unfold Handle Bar Before compacting fold up the wheel kit as shown B Attach Wheels ...

Page 5: ...quires engine oil to function Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life When new from the package this unit contains no oil in the engine crankcase Add oil before operating this unit for the first time When replenishing oil for subsequent use of this unit always determine that this unit has the correct quantity of oil To add oil to the engine crankcase 1 Confirm th...

Page 6: ...gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher Never use a mixture of oil and gasoline Never use old and or contaminated gasoline Avoid getting dirt and or water in the fuel tank Gasoline can age in the fuel tank and make it difficult to start this unit Never store this unit for extended time with gasoline in the fuel tank Gasoline and gasoline fumes are highly flammable and explosive Handling fue...

Page 7: ...to the engine carburetor l Slow the engine to idle by turning accelerator lever fully counterclockwise l Shift the engine On Off switch to the OFF poison l Close the fuel valve Operation Note Whenever high speed operation over 3600 RPM is NOT required slow the engine by moving the speed control lever to a low position to save fuel and extend the life of the equipment 1 Once the engine has started ...

Page 8: ...y pressing belt with finger see bottom figure 6 Reinstall the belt cover with the bolts and tighten the bolts Tensioning The V Belt Proper belt tension is critical to good performance Proper adjustment will assure long belt life Too much or too little belt tension will cause premature belt failure 1 Loosen 4 engine mount bolts do not remove only enough to move the engine forward 2 Loosen the jam n...

Page 9: ...ow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this manual Recommended Maintenance Schedule Each Use Every Month or Each 20 Hrs Every 3 Months or Each 50 Hrs Every 6 Months or Each 100 Hrs Every Year or Each 300 Hrs Engine Oil Check Level X Replace X first use X Air Filter Check X Clean X Spark Plug Check Clean X Fuel Tank Verify Gas Level X Clean X Figure 7 Recommended mainten...

Page 10: ...ew the oil filler dipstick cap from the engine 3 With a dry cloth wipe the oil off of the dipstick that is located on the inside of the cap 4 Insert the dipstick as if replacing the cap and then remove again There should be oil on the dipstick If there is no oil on the dipstick or oil is visible only at the very end of the dipstick add oil until the engine crankcase is filled 5 Confirm that the oi...

Page 11: ...er remove the foam filter element from the unit and wash it in warm water and household dish detergent Thoroughly rinse and dry Pour a small amount of motor oil onto the filter ring out ALL excess oil and reinstall the foam filter element in the unit Unscrew the bolts or unsnap the clips at the top and bottom of the air filter cover located below the choke lever to access the foam filter element S...

Page 12: ...rain the gasoline from the carburetor turn the fuel valve to the off position while the engine is running The unit will shut down when all the gasoline in the carburetor has been used Lubrication Maintenance Change fluid after 200 hours of operation 1 Let exciter cool before changing exciter oil 2 Remove the belt guard and V belt s 3 Remove the bolts that hold the deck to the housing 4 Lift entire...

Page 13: ...ation openings Do not drop or strike this unit while moving it Store this unit in a cool dry area free of excessive dust Storage Time Recommended Storage Procedure which will help prevent difficult starts Less than 1 month No storage procedure required 1 to 2 months Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner 2 months to 1 year Empty the fuel tank See Emptying the Fuel Tank in the Mainte...

Page 14: ...ne will not start Carburetor is gummed up If the unit has been sitting for a long time it is possible that it is gummed up Remove air box cover then remove the air filter Remove the two 10mm nuts that hold the carburetor Lift up on the throttle linkage on the top of the carburetor It should pop off Pull the fuel line off The carburetor will slide off Turn the carburetor upside down and remove the ...

Page 15: ...ITEM PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual 15 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 16: ...ITEM PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual 16 PARTS LIST ...

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Page 19: ...ITEM PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual 19 ENGINE DIAGRAM ...

Page 20: ...ITEM PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual 20 ENGINE PARTS LIST ...

Page 21: ...ed by Buffalo Corp OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILlTIES As the SORE owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual Buffalo Corp recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your SORE but Buffalo Corp cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled mainte...

Page 22: ... this article must be performed at no charge to the owner at warranty station 5 Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 4 above warranty services or repairs must be provided at distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment 6 The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provi...

Page 23: ...tems Vacuum temperature and time sensitive valves and switches Electronic controls Hoses belts connectors and assemblies 9 Evaporative Controls Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Lines for liquid fuel and fuel vapors Fuel Line Fittings Clamps Pressure Relief Valves Control Valves Control Solenoids Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms Control Cables Control Linkages Purge Valves Gaskets Liquid Vapor ...

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