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PAGE 14 — MVC-70H/HW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/02/05)
MVC-70H/HW — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR)
Figure 3. MVC-70H/HW Plate Compactor Components
Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general
maintenance parts. The function of each component is described
below:
1. Water Tank Cap (for MVC-70HW only) – Remove this
cap to add water to the water tank.
2. Fuel Tank Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel.
3. Lifting Bail – When lifting of the compactor is required
either by forklift, crane etc., tie rope or chain around this
lifting point.
4. Handle Bar – When operating the compactor use this
handle bar to maneuver the compactor.
5. Gasoline Engine – This plate compactor uses a HONDA
GX160K1QMX2 HONDA engine. Refer to the HONDA
owner's manual for engine information.
6. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain acess to the V-
belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover. If
the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility exist that
your hand may get caught between the V-belt and clutch,
thus causing serious injury and bodily harm.
7. Vibrating Plate – A flat, open plate made of durable cast
iron construction used in the compacting of soil.
8. Vibration Case – Encloses the eccentric, gears and
counter weights.
9. Water Shut-Off Valve (for MVC-70HW only) – Turn this
valve downward to let water flow from the water tank to the
water tube.
10. Water Tank (for MVC-70HW only) – Holds 10.6 quarts
(10 liters) of water, removable no tools required.