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MQ-MIKASA MVH-402GHB PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/17/03) — PAGE 19
MVH-402GHB — OPERATION
6. Slowly walk behind the compactor and be on the lookout for
any large objects or foreign matter that might cause damage
to the compactor or bodily injury.
7. If travel lever is placed in the neutral position, the machine will
vibrate in place.
8. To move the compactor laterally, hold the hand grip firmly and
swing compactor. Do not swing compactor while gripping the
travel lever.
Stopping
1. Return the throttle lever to the START position. Allow
the machine to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Turn the throttle lever to the STOP position (Figure
17) to stop the engine.
3. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position
(Figure 18).
4. Place the
fuel shut-off lever
(Figure 19) in the OFF position.
Figure 17. Throttle Lever (Stop)
Stowing the Handle
1. Push up the handle (Figure 20).
2. Pull the stopper grip upward into the hole of the guard
frame to lock the handle.
Figure 20. Stowing the Handle
Lifting
1. Use a crane or lift to load and unload the machine. A
skilled crane operator is required to perform the job.
2. When lifting the machine, check for any damaged or
loose bolts, lifting hooks, and shock mounts.
3. Check any damaged or loose bolts in the guard frame to
avoid machine sliding off.
4. Make sure that the machine is shut off before machine is
lifted.
5. Use reliable cable for lifting.
6. Always lift the machine vertically and keep the
machine away from workers and animals.
7. Do not lift the machine higher than the required
height.
Transporting
1. Always make sure that the machine is shut off while
being transported.
2. Check that the fuel cap is properly closed and
tightened.
3. When traveling long distances or on rugged terrain,
drain the fuel of the machine before transporting.
4. Tie down the machine securely on the
transportation so that it will not move or topple over.
Figure 18. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF)
Emergency Shutdown
1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the
STOP
position, and
place the engine ON/OFF switch in the
OFF
position.
Figure 19. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)