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WP 1540A/AW

Maintenance

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5. Maintenance

5.1

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

The chart below lists basic engine maintenance. Refer to the engine

manufacturer’s Operation Manual for additional information on engine

maintenance.

5.2

Cleaning Plate

Clean plate after use to remove dirt, stones, and mud caught under the

engine console. If plate is being used in a dusty area, check engine

cylinder cooling fins for heavy dirt accumulation. Keep engine cylinder

fins clean to prevent engine from overheating.

Daily

before 

starting

After

first

20 hrs.

Every 

2 weeks 

or 

50 hrs.

Every 

month 

or 

100  hrs.

Every 

year

or 

300 hrs.

Check fuel level.

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Check engine oil level.

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Inspect fuel lines.

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Inspect air filter.  Replace as needed.

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Check external hardware.

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Check and adjust drive belt.

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Clean air cleaner elements.

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Inspect shockmounts for damage.

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Change engine oil.

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Clean engine cooling fins.

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Clean sediment cup / fuel filter.

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Check and clean spark plug.

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Check and adjust valve clearance.

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Change exciter oil.

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Summary of Contents for WP1540Aw US

Page 1: ...www wackergroup com Vibroplate WP 1540A WP 1540AW OPERATOR S MANUAL 0154581en 009 0606 0 1 5 4 5 8 1 E N...

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Page 3: ...ines 7 2 4 Service Safety 8 2 5 Label Locations 9 2 6 Warning and Informational Labels 10 2 7 Operating Labels 12 3 Technical Data 14 3 1 Engine Data 14 3 2 Machine Data 15 3 3 Sound and Vibration Spe...

Page 4: ...23 5 2 Cleaning Plate 23 5 3 Drive Belt 24 5 4 Exciter Lubrication 25 5 5 Spark Plug 26 5 6 Engine Oil 27 5 7 Air Cleaner 28 5 8 Cleaning Sediment Cup 29 5 9 Adjusting Engine Speed 29 5 10 Carburetor...

Page 5: ...w operating instructions carefully If you have questions about operating or servicing this equipment please contact Wacker Corporation The information contained in this manual was based on machines in...

Page 6: ...follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if...

Page 7: ...ed on internal combustion engines that use hydrocarbon fuels A spark arrester is a device designed to prevent accidental discharge of sparks or flames from the engine exhaust Spark arresters are quali...

Page 8: ...o equipment and injury to the user may result 2 2 4 NEVER operate the machine with the beltguard missing Exposed drive belt and pulleys create potentially dangerous hazards that can cause serious inju...

Page 9: ...s provided Exhaust gas from the engine contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure to carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death 2 3 2 DO NOT smoke while operating the m...

Page 10: ...or the smell of gasoline is present A stray spark could ignite the fumes 2 4 4 DO NOT use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents to clean parts especially in enclosed areas Fumes from...

Page 11: ...WP 1540A AW Safety Information wc_si000017gb fm 9 2 5 Label Locations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 WARNING WARNUNG ADVERTENCIA AVERTISSEMENT 10W30...

Page 12: ...torial labels where needed These labels are described below Label Meaning WARNING To prevent hearing loss wear hearing protec tion when operating the machine Read the operator s manual for machine inf...

Page 13: ...Read the Operator s Manual No sparks flames or burning objects near the machine Shut off the engine before refueling A nameplate listing the model number item number revision number and serial number...

Page 14: ...er machines use international pictorial labels where needed These labels are described below Label Meaning Open the fuel flow valve Push or turn engine switch to ON position Close the choke Place thro...

Page 15: ...ormation wc_si000017gb fm 13 Push or turn engine switch to OFF position Open the choke Place throttle in the FAST position Throttle control lever Turtle Idle or Slow Rabbit Full or Fast Lifting point...

Page 16: ...Power kW 3 5 Engine Speed full rpm 3900 100 Engine Speed idle rpm 1400 200 Clutch Engagement rpm 2100 Spark Plug type NGK BPR 6ES Electrode Gap mm 0 7 0 8 Air Cleaner type Dual Element Engine Lubrica...

Page 17: ...at operator s location LpA WP 1540A 97 dB A WP 1540AW 97 dB A The guaranteed sound power level LWA 108 dB A Products are tested for hand arm vibration HAV level in accordance with ISO 5349 EN1033 and...

Page 18: ...Technical Data WP 1540A AW wc_td000010gb fm 16 3 4 Dimensions mm in w c _ g r 0 0 0 1 1 1 4 0 0 1 6 6 8 6 2 7 9 6 5 3 8...

Page 19: ...ontaining water or dirt will damage fuel system Consult engine Owner s Manual for complete fuel specifications 4 2 Before Starting 4 2 1 Read and understand the safety and operating instructions at th...

Page 20: ...ly to left d1 4 3 4 Pull starter rope c Note If the oil level in the engine is low the engine will not start If this happens add oil to engine Some engines are equipped with an oil alert light f that...

Page 21: ...g stones It is intended to be used in confined areas and areas next to structures such as walls curbs and foundations Plates equipped with water tanks can be used for compacting asphalt This plate is...

Page 22: ...soil is so dry as to create dust clouds while operating plate some moisture should be added to the ground material to improve compaction This will also reduce service to the air filter For compacting...

Page 23: ...n wheels in down position 4 7 2 Pivot holding latch and engage cross member brace into latch NOTICE Latch prevents vibroplate from pivoting and falling back towards the operator 4 7 3 Push forward on...

Page 24: ...ion plunger of latch assembly b over guide handle tube to prevent handle from pivoting Note You may find it necessary to rotate the latch assembly slightly on the tubing to determine position that pro...

Page 25: ...ine cylinder cooling fins for heavy dirt accumulation Keep engine cylinder fins clean to prevent engine from overheating Daily before starting After first 20 hrs Every 2 weeks or 50 hrs Every month or...

Page 26: ...her Remove outer pulley half and remove belt 5 3 2 Install new belt on pulley and secure pulley halves together with hex nuts Adjust tension on belt by adding or removing spacers c between pulley halv...

Page 27: ...tank 5 4 2 Remove four screws b securing console assembly to baseplate and lift console assembly from baseplate 5 4 3 Remove end cover c from bearing exciter assembly Outer bearing race will remain wi...

Page 28: ...ing the engine Do not touch the muffler while it is hot Note Refer to the Technical Data for the recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap setting 5 5 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 5...

Page 29: ...he interests of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protectio...

Page 30: ...flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner A fire or explosion could result To service 5 7 1 Remove air cleaner cover a Remove both elements and inspect them for holes or tears Replace damaged...

Page 31: ...sting Engine Speed See Graphic wc_gr000280 Adjust to a full load speed of 3600 100 rpm To adjust engine speed 5 9 1 Place machine on a rubber test mat to prevent it from moving 5 9 2 Start engine and...

Page 32: ...t produces the highest rpm 5 10 4 After the pilot screw is adjusted turn the throttle stop screw b to obtain the standard idle speed See Technical Data Note On some engines the pilot screw is fitted w...

Page 33: ...r bearings binding Check condition and level of oil in exciter Add or change oil Air filter clogged with dust reducing engine perfor mance Clean or replace air filter Engine speed too low Check engine...

Page 34: ...5 12 1 Remove loose stones and dirt from plate 5 12 2 Clean engine cylinder cooling fins 5 12 3 Clean or replace air filter 5 12 4 Change exciter oil 5 12 5 Change engine oil and follow procedures de...

Page 35: ...o reduce risk of back injury while lifting keep your feet flat on ground and shoulder width apart Keep your head up and back straight To lift machine mechanically NOTICE Before attempting to lift be s...

Page 36: ...ards let engine cool before transporting machine or storing indoors 5 14 1 Turn fuel valve to the off position and keep the engine level to prevent fuel from spilling 5 14 2 Tie down machine on vehicl...

Page 37: ...con la norma 2000 14 CE A t mis l preuve conforme aux dispositions de la directive 2000 14 CEE and has been produced in accordance with the following standards und in bereinstimmung mit folgenden Rich...

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