OPERATION
Do not operate the plate compactor on concrete or on extremely hard, dry,
compacted surfaces. The machine will jump rather than vibrate and could
damage both the plate compactor and the engine.
Starting Engine
- Move the fuel valve lever to the open position.
- To start a cold engine, move the choke to the closed position.
- To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the open position.
- Move the throttle lever away from the slow position, about 1/3 of the way toward the fast
position.
- Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
- Operate the starter.
Compacting
- After the engine has warmed up, pull the throttle lever to accelerate engine speed. The
plate will begin vibrating and moving forward.
- The plate compactor is designed to run at an engine speed (engine crankshaft) of 3600 rpm
(normally considered full throttle). Running the engine at lower rpm’s will result in a
decrease of compaction force and lower travel speed. It will create excessive “out-of-synch”
vibrations resulting in poor compaction and maneuverability, excessive wear to the
machine, and discomfort to the operator.
- In operation, guide the machine, but let the compactor do the work. Bearing down on the
handle is unnecessary and causes shock absorber wear.
- On level surfaces the compactor moves forward rapidly. On uneven surfaces or inclines,
light forward pressure on the handle may be required to assist the compactor in moving
forward.
- The number of passes required to reach a desired compaction level will depend on the type
and moisture content of soil. Maximum soil compaction has been reached when excessive
kickback is noticed.
Note!
- When using a compactor on asphalt, water sprinkler kit is required to help prevent the
bottom plate from adhering to the hot asphalt surface.
- When using plate on paving stones, attach a pad (optional accessory) to the bottom of the
plate to prevent chipping or grinding surface of the stones.
- While a certain amount of moisture in the soil is necessary, excessive moisture may cause
soil particles to stick together and prevent good compaction. If soil is extremely wet, allow
it to dry somewhat before compacting.
- If the soil is so dry as to create dust clouds while operating plate, some moisture should be
added to the ground material to improve compacting. This will also reduce service to the
air filter.
Oil alert system
The oil alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount
of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the oil
alert system will automatically stop the engine (the engine switch will remain in the ON
position).
Notice: If the engine stops and will not restart, check the engine oil level.
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