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10. Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Please refer to the following chart for the initial maintenance of plate compactor and its engine. Also please see
the enclosed engine manufacturer
’s instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance.
The following chart is based on the normal operation schedule.
Maintenance Interval
Maintenance Point
Daily before operating
Check the fuel level.
Check the engine oil level.
Inspect the fuel lines.
Inspect the air filter and replace it if needed.
Check and tighten the external hardware.
After the first 20 operating hours
Check and adjust the drive belt.
Change the engine oil.
After the first 50 operating hours or every
week
Check and adjust the drive belt.
Clean the air cleaner element.
Change the engine oil.
Check and clean the spark plug.
After the first 100 operating hours or every
month
Clean the fuel strainer.
After the first 300 operating hours or every
year
Check and adjust the valve clearance.
Clean the cylinder head.
Change the lubrication oil
(SHELL OMALA #100 OR SAE 10W/30, 150CC)
