MVH308GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #3 11/17/17— PAGE 29
MAINTENANCE
SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING
Clean the spark arrester every year or 100 hours.
1. Remove the 4 mm screw (3) from the exhaust deflector,
then remove the deflector. See (Figure 36).
2. Remove the 5 mm screw (4) from the muffler protector,
then remove the muffler protector.
3. Remove the 4 mm screw from the spark arrestor, then
remove the spark arrester.
Figure 36. Spark Arrester Removal
4. Carefully remove carbon deposits from the spark
arrester screen (Figure 37) with a wire brush.
Figure 37. Cleaning The Spark Arrester
4 MM
SCREW
5 MM
SCREW
MUFFLER
PROTECTOR
5 MM
SCREW
SPARK
ARRESTOR
4 MM
SCREW
SPARK ARRESTER
SCREEN
WIRE BRUSH
5. If the spark arrester is damaged and has breaks or
holes, replace with a new one.
6. Reinstall the spark arrester and muffler protector in
reverse order of disassembly.
STORAGE
1. Wash off dirt and soil from every part with water. While
washing, be careful not to let the water splash on the
electric components such as the engine muffler.
2. Cover the machine to prevent dust and dirt buildup.
3. Store the machine in a dry area away from direct
sunlight.
4. Do not leave the machine outdoors. Keep it indoors.
5. When not used for a long period of time, drain the fuel
from the fuel tank.
6. When the machine is used after a long storage period,
check the level of engine oil before using.
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