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MVH508DZ PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (04/04/14)— PAGE 17
INSPECTION
BEFORE STARTING
1. Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2. Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust,
particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and
air cleaner.
3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty,
replace air filter with a new one as required.
4. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with
dry compressed air.
5. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
ENGINE OIL CHECK
1. To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on
secure level ground with the engine stopped. If the oil
level is low, add oil (Grade CC or above).
2. Lubrication is done from the top of the engine (Figure 4).
Figure 4. Adding Engine Oil
Oil inlet at the top
NOTICE
Pour oil slowly from the top. Oil might overflow if large
amount of oil is poured right away.
Table 4. Oil Type
Season Temperature Oil Type
Summer 25°C or Higher SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall 25°C~10°C SAE 10W-30/20
Winter 0°C or Lower SAE 10W-10
FUEL CHECK
1. The fuel tank cap is equipped with a lock lever. Unlock
the lever before opening cap (Figure 5).
Figure 5. Unlocking Fuel Cap Lever
1. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low,
replenish with unleaded fuel. Fuel inlet is located under
the rubber cover at the front cover top portion.
2. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
DANGER
EXPLOSIVE FUEL!
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can
be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT
smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt
to refuel the compactor if the engine is
hot or running!
Lock lever
Fuel tank cap
Put your finger at the lock lever
to pull it up towards you.
Unlock the lock lever.
Put your fingers to the tabs at
the two locations of the tank
cap to pull up towards you.