OPERATION
STARTING THE PLATE COMPACTOR
1. Check the oil and fuel levels.
2. Turn the fuel valve (Fig. 6 - 1) to the “ON” position.
3. Move the choke lever (Fig. 6 - 2) to the “START” position.
4. Set the engine switch (Fig. 7 - 1) to the “ON” position.
5. Move throttle lever (Fig. 8 - 1) to “MIN” position.
6. Pull on the recoil starter handle (Fig. 8 - 2) slowly until a slight resis-
tance is felt. Then pull quickly to start the engine. Return cord gently into
the machine. Never allow the cord to snap back.
7. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 1 through 6.
NOTE: After repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please consult
the troubleshooting guide before attempting again. If problems persist,
please call 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8-5 CST).
8. Once the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever all the way
to the “OPEN” position.
9. Allow the plate compactor to run for several minutes before increasing
the speed using the throttle.
10. Move the throttle lever to the “MAX” position to engage the plate.
This plate compactor is designed for compacting loose, granular soils,
gravel, and paving stones. It is intended to be used in confined areas and
areas next to structures such as walls, curbs, and foundations.
When using the plate on paving stones, attach a pad to the bottom of
the plate to prevent chipping or grinding the stones’ surfaces. A special
polyurethane pad (Item no. 56035-047) designed for this purpose is
available as an optional accessory and can be purchased at www.wen-
products.com or by calling 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8-5 CST).
Fig. 6
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Fig. 8
This plate compactor is not recommended for compacting cohesive soils with heavy clay content.
Run the engine at full throttle and allow the plate to pull itself along at its normal speed. When operating on an in-
cline it may be necessary to assist the plate by pushing it forward slightly. When operating downhill, hold the plate
back slightly if it begins to pick up speed. Depending on the material being compacted, three or four passes are
recommended to achieve the best compaction.
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 that it creates dust clouds during operation, some moisture should be added to the ground mate-
rial to improve compaction. This will also reduce service to the air filter. For compacting asphalt, use a water tank to
wet the asphalt and the underside of plate. This will prevent asphalt material from sticking and reduce the frequency
of needing to service the air filter. Two passes are usually sufficient enough to ensure good compaction.
WARNING! DO NOT operate the plate on concrete or on extremely hard, dry, compacted surfaces. The plate
will jump rather than vibrate and could damage both the plate and the engine.
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