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Table of Contents 

Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4

 

Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 5

 

Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5

 

Specific Operation Warnings ............................................................................................................... 9

 

Main Parts of Plate Compactor .......................................................................................................... 10

 

Before Each Use .................................................................................................................................. 11

 

Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 12

 

Operation Principle ......................................................................................................................... 12

 

Engine Speeds and Machine Performance .................................................................................... 13

 

Operating on a Slope ...................................................................................................................... 13

 

Fuel Recommendations .................................................................................................................. 13

 

Operating the Compactor ............................................................................................................... 13

 

After Each Use ..................................................................................................................................... 15

 

Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................ 16

 

Changing the V-belt ............................................................................................................................ 17

 

Parts Diagram ...................................................................................................................................... 18

 

Compactor Assembly ..................................................................................................................... 18

 

Vibrator Plate .................................................................................................................................. 20

 

Handle Bar ...................................................................................................................................... 22

 

Engine Base Plate .......................................................................................................................... 24

 

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 25

 

Replacement Parts .............................................................................................................................. 26

 

Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................. 27

 

 

 

 

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Page 1: ... Compactor Owner s Manual WARNING Read and understand all instructions warnings and cautions before using this product Failure to follow the instructions warnings and cautions may result in serious personal injury and or property damage Item 49162 ...

Page 2: ..._ Save the receipt warranty and this manual This plate compactor is designed for certain applications only Northern Tool and Equipment cannot be responsible for issues arising from modi fication or use of this product in an application for which it was not de signed We strongly recommend that this product not be modified and or used for any application other than that for which it was designed For...

Page 3: ... Use 11 Operating Instructions 12 Operation Principle 12 Engine Speeds and Machine Performance 13 Operating on a Slope 13 Fuel Recommendations 13 Operating the Compactor 13 After Each Use 15 Maintenance 16 Changing the V belt 17 Parts Diagram 18 Compactor Assembly 18 Vibrator Plate 20 Handle Bar 22 Engine Base Plate 24 Troubleshooting 25 Replacement Parts 26 Limited Warranty 27 ...

Page 4: ...d for any use other than stated in the owner s manual The compactor is intended for use in confined areas and areas next to structures such as walls curbs and foundations The plate is not recommended for compacting cohesive soils with a heavy clay content For cohesive soil use a vibratory rammer or sheeps foot roller Power Source The plate compactor is powered by a gasoline engine Supplies Require...

Page 5: ... 3 8 qt 3 6 l Important Safety Information The warnings cautions and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner DO NOT allow persons to assemble or operate this product until they have read t...

Page 6: ... to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash your hands after handling WORK AREA SAFETY Inspect the work area before each use Keep the work area clean dry free of clutter and well lit Cluttered wet or dark work areas can result in injury Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion e g in the presence of flammable liqu...

Page 7: ...at gloves dust collection systems and hearing protection when appropriate This applies to all persons in the work area Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Remove keys or wrenches before connecting the tool to the power supply or turning on the tool A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may cause personal injury Secure the work with clamps or...

Page 8: ...ally Store the product when it is not in use Store it in a dry secure place out of the reach of children Inspect the product for good working condition prior to storage and before re use Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product Ac cessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with another product Keep guards in p...

Page 9: ... turn off the compactor completely as described in this manual before leaving the operating position Also the compactor must be secured against unauthorized use The engine must be turned off and secured against re starting by pulling out the spark plug before maintenance and servicing The compactor has to be inspected by an authorized service technician on a regular basis at least once a year The ...

Page 10: ... 03 Hydraulic Oil Refill Bolt 04 Frame 05 Engine Air Filter 06 Engine Fuel Tank 07 Accelerator lever 08 Hand Pump Piston 09 Engine Base Plate 10 Vibrator Plate 11 Hydraulic Hose 12 Isolated Rubber 13 Engine Muffler 14 Pulley Cover 15 Belt Cover 16 Handle Position Grip ...

Page 11: ...ill In the event of a fuel spill DO NOT attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up and the area surrounding the engine is dry Before starting Read and understand the safety and operating instruction manual of the engine Check Oil level in engine Fuel level Condition of air cleaner Tightness of external fasteners Condition of fuel lines Compactor Check all the b...

Page 12: ...orward and reverse The air cooled 4 stroke engine engine C is attached to the engine plate which interacts with the vi brator Torque is delivered through the V belt E that connects the Pulley D and the centrifugal clutch that is attached to the engine When the engine operates at low speed the centrifugal clutch cuts off power to the vibrator The speed of the engine is changes by the throttle contr...

Page 13: ...fuel specifications Operating the Compactor Operate the engine at full speed so that the compactor can compact properly at normal speed When going uphill the operator may have to push a little to move the compactor forward When going downhill the operator may decrease the speed to adjust to the situation Compact the soil 3 4 times according to the material A certain amount of moisture in the soil ...

Page 14: ...forward and reverse 15 20 times When resistance in the lever is felt move the throttle lever to the fast position and operate the compactor 4 Grip the handle firmly as the compactor moves 5 While compacting look for debris that might damage the compactor or cause bodily harm 6 Reduce travel speed when compacting clay so the compactor will not bounce off the ground if cla y builds up underneath the...

Page 15: ...the compactor Storage In case of storing the plate compactor for a long period of time for more than 30 days Drain the fuel tank completely Run the engine until the fuel in the fuel in the carburetor is completely consumed Drain the engine oil and follow procedures described in engine manual for engine storage Cover the compactor completely with a dry cloth for storage Store the compactor in a cle...

Page 16: ...e 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 t...

Page 17: ...r 01 2 Loose the three socket head bolts 04 to remove the pulley cover 03 3 Remove the belt 4 Prepare a new belt D06 in the parts list 5 When fitting the belt fit it to the smaller pulley first then the bigger pulley 6 With the belt installed check whether the distance of A below is 3 8 by pushing in on the belt 7 Fasten the belt cover 01 with the flange bolts 02 and tighten the bolts 8 Fasten the...

Page 18: ...Page 18 of 28 Parts Diagram Compactor Assembly ...

Page 19: ...L060 000 Travel Lever 1 A12 QWS SM8 Spring Washer 2 M8 10 9T A13 QBL HM8X20 Bolt 2 M8x20L A14 QTL 02 Throttle Lever 1 Magura A15 QBL FHM6X10 Flat Head Bolt 2 M6x10L A16 QTC S1300 Throttle Cable 1 1300L A17 GX160 S Engine 1 S type A18 QNT FM8 Flange Nut 4 M8 A19 QNT M8 Nut 4 M8 A20 PL030 000 Frame 1 A21 QWS PM10 Plain Washer 4 M10 10 9T A22 QWS SM10 Spring Washer 4 M10 10 9T A23 QBL HM10X35 Bolt 4 ...

Page 20: ...Page 20 of 28 Vibrator Plate ...

Page 21: ...07 Bearing 2 6807 B19 PG040 007 Cam Ring 1 B20 PL040 004 Counter Eccentric Shaft 1 B21 PL040 005 Eccentric Weight 2 B22 QBL LM10X25H Socket Bolt 4 M10x25L B23 PG090 010 Counter Eccentric Shaft Gear 1 B24 QBL LM6X15 Bolt 4 M6x15L B25 PL040 012 Vibratory Side Plate Cover 01 2 B26 PL120 003 Busing 3 B27 PL120 002 Pulley Cover 1 B28 QBL M8X65 Bolt 3 M8x65L B29 PB130 002 Shock Absorber 4 B30 QWS PM10 P...

Page 22: ...Page 22 of 28 Handle Bar ...

Page 23: ... Plain Washer 3 M8 10 9T C15 QWS SM8 Spring Washer 3 M8 10 9T C16 QBL M8X25H Bolt 3 M8x25L 10 9T C18 QFU PT PF 1 4 Hydraulic Nipple Flare Union 1 PT PF 1 4 5type C19 QHH 450 Hydraulic Hose 1 450L C20 QIF PT1 4 Insert Fitting 1 PT1 4 C21 QPT 8X5X130 Polyurethane Tube 1 Ø8XØ5X130L C22 QIF PT1 4 Insert Fitting 1 PT1 4 C23 QSE PT1 4 Service Elbow 90 1 PT1 4 90 C24 QSR S10 Snap Ring 1 S10 C25 PL080 001...

Page 24: ...asher 1 M8 Ø35 D04 QWS SM8 Spring Washer 1 M8 10 9T D05 QBL M8X40 Bolt 1 M8x40L D06 QBT A28 V Belt 1 A28 D07 QWS PM8 Plain Washer 1 M8 D08 QBL FM8X25 Flange Bolt 1 M8x25L D09 PL120 001 Belt Cover 1 D10 PL020 000B Engine Base Plate 1 D11 PA080 001 Clutch Shoe 1 D12 PL100 001 Clutch Pulley 1 D13 QBR 6206ZZ Bearing 1 6206zz D14 QSR S30 Snap Ring 1 S30 D15 QSR R62 Snap Ring 1 R62 ...

Page 25: ...r damage Check all lever parts See the handle bar section of the parts list Oil hose cut Repair or replace hose then refill sys tem with oil Air in the hydraulic oil system Bleed the hydraulic oil by pumping with travel lever Foreign substance in the travel lever mechanism Check the travel lever mechanism re place any worn or damaged parts Piston or bearing damage in vibrator cylinder Check the pi...

Page 26: ...are available for replacement The illustrations provided are a con venient reference to the location and position of parts When ordering parts the following will be required model number serial number lot date code and description The distributor reserves the rights to make design changes and or improvements to product lines and manuals without notice ...

Page 27: ...he original purchaser To make a warranty claim contact Us at 1 800 222 5381 identify the product by make and model number and follow the claim instructions that will be provided The product and the pur chase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your warranty claim Any returned product that is replaced or refunded by Us becomes our property You will be responsible for return shipping ...

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