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M1.2.TPT820.NLFREN 21112017
EN
9 Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Attach spark plug wire securely to spark
plug.
Out of fuel or stale fuel.
Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position.
Move throttle control lever to start
position.
Choke not in ON Position.
Throttle must be positioned at choke for
a cold start.
Blocked fuel line.
Clean the fuel line.
Fouled spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
Engine flooding.
Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not
prime.
Engine runs erratically
Spark plug wire loose.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Move choke lever to OFF.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Clean fuel line. Fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
Vent plugged.
Clear vent.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Dirty air cleaner.
Clean or replace air cleaner.
Engine overheats
Engine oil level low.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Dirty air cleaner.
Clean air cleaner.
Air flow restricted.
Remove housing and clean.
Engine will not stop when throttle control
is positioned at stop, or engine speed
does not increase properly when throttle
control is adjusted.
Debris interfering with throttle linkage.
Clean dirt and debris.
Compactor is difficult to control when
pounding (machine jumps or lurches
forward)
Too high engine speed on hard ground. Set the throttle lever at lower speed.
6. Carefully fold the upper handle down. Do not allow control cables to
become pinched or bent.
7. Store your plate compactor in upright position in a clean, dry building
that has good ventilation.
Do not store compactor with fuel in a non-ventilated
area where fuel fumes may reach flame, sparks, pilot
lights or any ignition sources.
Use only approved fuel containers.
Engine maintenance
Refer to the
Engine Manual
included in your plate
compactor for the information on engine
maintenance. Your engine manual provides detailed
information for performing the tasks.
1. Drain the fuel tank completely. Stored fuel
containing ethanol or MTBE can start to go stale
in 30 days. Stale fuel has high gum content and
can clog the carburetor and restrict fuel flow.
2. Start the engine and allo
w
it to run until it stops.
This ensures no fuel is left in the carburetor. Run
the engine until it stops. This helps prevent
deposits from forming inside the carburetor and
possible engine damage.
3. While the engine is still
w
arm, drain the oil from
the engine. R
efil
l
wit
h fresh oil of the grade
recommended in the Engine Manual.
4. Allo
w
the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug
and put 60 ml of SAE-30 of high quality motor
oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope
slow
ly
to distribute the oil. Replace the spark plug.
STORAGE
If the plate compactor
wil
l not be used for a period
longer than 30 days,
followi
ng the steps belo
w
to
prepare your unit for storage.
5. Use clean cloths to clean off the outside of the
compactor and to keep the air vents free of
obstructions.
6. Carefully fold the upper handle
down
. Do not
allo
w
control cables to become pinched or bent.
Remove the spark plug and drain all of
the oil from the cylinder before
attempting to start the unit after storage.
Do not use strong detergents or
petroleum
based
cleaners when
cleaning plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage plastics.
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Vibratory Plate Compactor
7. Store your plate compactor in upright position
in a clean, dry building that has good ventilation.
Do not store compactor with fuel in a
non-ventilated area where fuel fumes
may reach
fl
ame, sparks, pilot lights
or any ignition sources .
Use only approved fuel containers.
8.
8.
See technical data for the
wei
ght of the machine.
To avoid burns or
fir
e hazards, let engine cool
before lifting / transporting machine or storing
indoors.
LIFTING / TRANSPORTING
Apply pipe sealant to pipe plug and reinstall
into top of exciter housing.
Reinstall deck, V-belt(s) and belt guard.
Do not over
fil
l – over
fil
ling can result
in excessive temperatures in the exciter.
9.
The unit can be lifted by the handles in front and
back of the unit as shown.
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