CONQUEST CA5570, Operator'S Manual

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CONQUEST REVERSIBLE PLATE COMPACTORS OPERATOR ’ S MANUAL
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FIRE
In the event of a machine fire, use an AB-class powder extinguisher
RESIDUAL RISK
The vibrating plate is designed to absorb most of the vibrations. Depending on the soil
conditions and exposure times, the vibrations felt by the hand-arm system could exceed the
recommended levels.
Prolonged exposure to vibrations could cause injury to your hands or wrists. If you feel severe
discomfort or pain, do not use the machine and consult a doctor before resuming work.
Prolonged exposure to loud noises without adequate ear protection could cause permanent
hearing damage.
WARNING
Avoid using the vibrating plate on previously compacted soils.
MAX INCLINATION
FUNCTION
The vibration required for tamping is produced by the exciter which is on the compacting plate.
The engine starts the exciter and the torque is transmitted by the centrifugal clutch and by the belt.
In order to allow the idling of the drive engine, the centrifugal clutch, at low engine speeds, interrupts the
flow of power to exciter. The compactor must always be used with the gas handle in the operating position.
The engine supporting and the compacting plates are connected by 4 shock mounts, which are mounted
to avoid vibrations reaching the operator.
The plate compactor is equipped with a hydraulic system that allows you to gradually change the
forwarding speed. The direction of plate compactor depends on the position of control levers on the
handle.
WARNING