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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL
SERIES
MODEL MVC-64E/EW
PLATE COMPACTOR
(ROBIN GASOLINE ENGINE)
Revision #0 (05/11/06)
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MVC-64E/EW — PROPOSITION 65 WARNING l PAGE 2 — MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06)
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NOTE PAGE MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06) — PAGE 3
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MVC-64E/EW — TABLE OF CONTENTS Multiquip MVC-64E/EW ROBIN EX130D40040 Plate Compactor Engine (EPA) Proposition 65 Warning ............................................. 2 Air Cleaner Assembly.........................................38-39 Table Of Contents ..................................................... 4 Camshaft Assembly ...........................................40-41 Parts Ordering Procedures ....................................... 5 Carburetor Assembly ..................................
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st Effective: June 1 , 2005 PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES Ordering parts has never been easier! Choose from three easy options: Best Deal! Order via Internet (Dealers Only): If you have an MQ Account, to obtain a Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! Username and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip.com. ■ View Parts Diagrams To obtain an MQ Account, contact your ■ Order Parts District Sales Manager for more information. ■ Print Specification Information Use the internet and q
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MVC-64E/EW— SPECIFICATIONS TS ABLE 1. COMPACTOR SPECIFICATION MW odel MVC-64E/E C) entrifugal Force 2,275 lbs. (1,032 kg V) ibration Frequency 5,600 vpm (93 Hz M) aximum Forward Speed 82 ft/min (25 m/min Plate Size (L x W) 21.3 x 13.8 in (541 x 350 mm) Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) 34.6 x 13.8 x 34.9 in (879 x 350 x 886 mm) O) perating Weight (with water tank) 165 lbs. (75 kg O) perating Weight (without water tank) 143 lbs. (65 kg Maximum Area of Compaction 5,658 sq. ft/hr (526 sq. m/hr) Table
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MVC-64E/EW— DIMENSIONS Figure 1. MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor Dimensions TABLE 3. DIMENSIONS REFERENCE LETTER DESCRIPTION DIMENSION In. (mm) Height (Handle Upright) 36 In. (914 mm) A B Width 13 In. (330 mm) Length (Handle Upright) 25 In. (635 mm) C Plate Length 21 In. (533 mm) D Length (Handle Lowered) 36 In. (914 mm) E Height (Compactor Only) 25 In. (635 mm) F 27 x 15 x 28 In. Shipping Dimensions (686 x 381 x 711) MVC-64E/EW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/11/06) — PA
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MVC-64E/EW— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Potential hazards associated with the operation of an FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor will be referenced with Safety precautions should be followed Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this manual, and Lethal Exhaust Gases at all times when operating this will be referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert equipment. Failure to read and Symbols.Lethal Exhaust Gases understand the Safety Messages and HAZARD
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MVC-64E/EW— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS CAUTION - Rotating Parts CAUTION - Equipment Damage Messages NEVER operate equipment with covers, Other important messages are provided throughout this or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, manual to help prevent damage to your plate compactor, hair and clothing away from all moving other property, or the surrounding environment. parts to prevent injury. CAUTION - Accidental Starting ALWAYS place the power source, circuit This plate compactor, other b
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MVC-64E/EW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■NEVER touch the hot exhaust CAUTION - Read Manual! manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing Failure to follow instructions in this engine or mixer. manual may lead to serious injury or ■High Temperatures – Allow the even death! This equipment is to be engine to cool before adding fuel or operated by trained and qualified performing service and maintenance functions. Contact personnel only! This equipment is for with hot! com
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MVC-64E/EW— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER run engine without air filter. Severe engine damage TRANSPORTING may occur. ■ ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting. ■ ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor ■ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to malfunction. prevent fuel from spilling. ■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety ■ Drain fuel when transporting compactor over long precautions and operations techniques before using distances
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MVC-64E/EW— OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals The MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. CAUTION ! " READ OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS MACHINE. " ALWAYS KEEP UNAUTHORIZED, INEXPERI
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MVC-64E/EW — GENERAL INFORMATION Definition of Plate Compactor Frequency/Speed The Mikasa MVC-64E/EW is a walk-behind, plate compactor The compactor's vibrating plate has a frequency of 5,600 vpm designed for the compaction of sand, mixed soils and asphalt. (vibrations per minute). The travel speed of the compactor is This plate compactor is a powerful compacting tool capable of approximately 82 ft./minute (25 meters/minute). applying a tremendous force in consecutive high frequency Engine vi
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MVC-64E/EW — COMPONENTS (PLATE COMPACTOR) Figure 3. MVC-64E/EW Plate Compactor Components Figure 3 shows the location of the components and general 6. Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the V- maintenance parts. The function of each component is described belts. NEVER run the compactor without the V-belt cover. If below: the V-belt cover is not installed, the possibility exist that your hand may get caught between the V-belt and clutch, 1. Water Tank Cap (for MVC-64EW only) – Re
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MVC-64E/EW— COMPONENTS (ENGINE) Figure 4. Engine Controls and Components INITIAL SERVICING 5. Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine RPM speed (lever The engine (Figure 4) must be checked for proper lubrication and SLOW, lever back toward operator advanced forward filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the ROBIN engine service FAST). manual for instructions and details for proper operation and servicing. 6. Recoil Starter (pull rope) – Manual-starting method. Pull 1. Muffler – Use
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MVC-64E/EW — INSPECTION The Oil Alert system will Before Starting automatically stop the engine NOTE 1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual. before the engine falls below safe limits. Always be sure to check 2. Clean the compactor, removing dirt and dust. Particularly, the the engine oil level prior to starting bottom of the plate, engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and the engine. air cleaner. 3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If the air filter is dirty, blow Table 4.
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MVC-64E/EW — INSPECTION 2. The V-belt tension is proper if the V-belt bends 10 to 15 mm V-Belt Check (Figure 10) when depressed with finger at midway between CAUTION the clutch and vibration pulley shafts. NEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine running. Severe injury can occur of your hand (Figure 8) gets caught between the V-belt and the clutch. Always use safety gloves. CLUTCH PULLEY Figure 10. V-Belt Tension 3. A loose V-belt will decrease the power transmission output, causing red
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MVC-64E/EW — INITIAL START-UP 3. Place the choke lever (Figure 13) in the "CLOSED " position CAUTION if starting a cold engine. DO NOT attempt to operate the equipment until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly understood. This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-up of the equipment. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the equipment in the field. Figur
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MVC-64E/EW— INITIAL START-UP 6. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 16) and slowly pull it out. The CAUTION resistance becomes the hardest at a certain position, corre- ALWAYS run engine at full speed while operating sponding to the compression point. Pull the starter grip briskly equipment. and smoothly for starting. Stopping The Engine Normal Shutdown 1. Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Figure 19) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed. Figure 16. Starter Grip 7. If the e
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MVC-64E/EW— OPERATION Operation 5. Compactor traveling speed may drop on soils which contain clay, however there may be cases where traveling speed CAUTION drops because the compaction plate does not leave the ground surface easily due to the composition of the soil. To Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced in the safety rectify this problem do the following: section of this manual before operating compactor. Keep work area clear of debris and other objects that could cause Check
