MQ-MIKASA MVH-402DSB PLATE COMPACTOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (03/30/05) — PAGE 15
MVH-402DSB— ENGINE COMPONENTS
Figure 4. MVH-402DSB Engine Components
ENGINE COMPONENTS
Figure 4 illustrates the location of the major engine
components of the machine. Each component is described
below:
1. Fuel Filler Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tighten securely.
DO NOT over fill.
2. Fuel Tank – Diesel engine holds 5.8 quarts of diesel fuel.
3. Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
4. Muffler – Used to reduce noise and emissions.
5. Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Type of engine starting method.
Alternate type would be electric start (ignition key).
6. Recoil Starter – Housing for pull rope and starter.
7. Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick – Remove this cap to add oil to the
oil tank. Use dipstick to check oil level.
8. Oil Drain Plug – Unscrew plug to drain oil from engine
crankcase. Dispose of oil in a safe manner.
9. Decompression Lever – Press down before starting
engine. To prevent damage to the engine, DO NOT use for
any other purpose.
10. Fuel Cock – Controls the flow of diesel fuel to the carburetor.
Must be in the ON position when starting and running the
engine.