Grip the handle firmly with both hands. To avoid injury, keep hands, fingers, and feet away from the compac-
tor base. Grip the handle of the compactor firmly with both hands. If both hands are holding the handle and
your feet are clear of the compactor base, your hands, fingers, and feet cannot be injured by the plate.
Adjust the
throttle lever between its “MIN” to “MAX” position, depending on the desired vibration speed.
IMPORTANT: The plate compactor should not be used for more than two hours at a time without any breaks
to cool down, as the heat of operation may cause the lubricant in the bearings to liquefy, which could leak out and
cause significant problems.
The handle can be adjusted to both sides to aid in turnarounds in tight spaces, but the compactor only travels in
the direction shown in the “Know Your Plate Compactor” section (Page 7).
Always keep a safe distance away from the edge of ditches and avoid any actions that may cause the plate compac-
tor to topple over.
Always ascend slopes carefully in a direct path. Back up slopes to prevent the plate compactor from toppling back
onto the operator.
IMPORTANT: At this point the user should be familiar with the procedures. If the user has not yet read the previ-
ous sections, go back and read it now.
STEP 1 - CHECK THE OIL:
Oil consumption is normal during plate compactor usage. The plate compactor is equipped with a low-oil shutoff
to protect it from damage. The oil level in the engine should be checked before each use to ensure that the engine
crankcase contains sufficient lubricant. If oil level is low, refer back to the “Preparation” section (Page 8).
STEP 2 – CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL:
Before starting the plate compactor, check to see that there is sufficient gasoline in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge
on top of the plate compactor will indicate the fuel level in the tank. Add gasoline if necessary but leave sufficient
room in tank for expansion. If gasoline is low, refer back to the “Preparation” section (Page 9).
WARNING: This plate compactor may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can
cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not di-
rectly in contact with fuel.
• Do not operate near open flame. Do not smoke near plate compactor.
• Always operate on a firm, level surface.
• Always turn engine off before refueling. Allow engine to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap.
Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Gasoline may expand during operation. Do not fill to the top of the tank.
• Always check for spilled fuel before operation. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting.
• Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the plate compactor.
• Before transporting, turn the fuel valve off and disconnect spark plug boot.
• Use only UNLEADED gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
• Do not use old gasoline.
• Never use an oil/gasoline mixture.
• Avoid letting dirt or water into the fuel tank.
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