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This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial
start-up of the compactor. It is extremely important that
this section be read carefully before attempting to use the
compactor in the field.
Refer to Figure 3 for the location of controls and components.
Releasing the Handle
1. Pull the handle release pin, (Figure 11) then push down
on the hand grip to release the handle.
Figure 11. Handle Release Pin
attempt to operate the compactor
until the Safety, General Information and
Inspection sections of this manual have
been read and thoroughly understood.
MVH-406
HANDLE
RELEASE
PIN
PULL UP
TO RELEASE
HANDLE
OPERATION
The height of the handle is adjustable for your comfort .
1. Loosen the butterfly screw (Figure 12).
2. Turn the grip clockwise to raise the handle or
counterclockwise to lower the handle.
3. When the handle is raised to the desired height, tighten
the butterfly screw.
Figure 12. Handle Adjustment
Electric Start (Option)
4. Place the throttle lever (Figure 13) in the START
position (center). Place the travel lever in the neutral
position (center).
Figure 13. Travel/Throttle Lever
(Start Position)
5. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn
it to the position (Figure 14). The buzzer should
sound at this time.
6. Turn the ignition key further to the right to the START
position to start the engine. Buzzer stops sounding and
the engine starts.
START
(CENTER POSITION)
THROTTLE
LEVER
NEUTRAL
FORWARD
REVERSE
TRAVEL
LEVER