DK2 Power OPV425, User Manual

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OPERATION
STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE: Whenever high-speed operation (over 3,600 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.
7. Once the engine has started, firmly grasp the plate compactor’s handle bar with one hand
then quickly turn the throttle lever to high speed. The engine speed should be around 2,300
RPM therefore engaging the centrifugal clutch.
NOTE: Always move the throttle lever quickly without hesitation, because increasing the
engine speed slowly will cause the clutch to slip.
8. Firmly grasp the plate compactor’s handle bar with both hands as it begins to move forward.
Walk behind the unit watching for any large objects or foreign matter that might cause
damage to the compactor or shoot out causing property damage or bodily injury. If objects
are in the travel path, slow the engine (stopping compactor travel) and remove the object
before proceeding.
The compactor’s travel speed may slow down on soils that contain clay; however, there may
be cases where the travel speed slows because the vibrator/compaction plate does not
leave the ground surface easily due to the composition of the soil. To correct this problem:
• With the compactor turned off completely and the engine cooled, check the vibrator
plate to see if clay or other materials have been lodged in the mechanism. If so, clean the
plate mechanism with water and remove the material.
• Remember that the plate compactor does not work efficiently on clay or very moist soil.
• If the soil is very moist, dry it to a suitable level or perform compaction twice.
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