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163cc Reversible Plate Compactor Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read and understand all instructions, warnings, and cautions before using this product. Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and cautions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage. Item #49162 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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Thank you very much for choosing a Northstar product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. This plate compactor is designed for certain applications only. Northern...
Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Technical Specifications ........................5 Important Safety Information ....................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 9 Main Parts of Plate Compactor ......................10 Before Each Use ..........................11 Operating Instructions ........................12 Operation Principle ......................... 12 Engine Speeds and Machine Performance ..................
Intended Use The reversible plate compactor produces low amplitude high frequency vibrations, designed to com- pact granular soil, cable and water trenches, marginal strips as well as all those compaction jobs for which the use of large machines is not convenient. It is equipped with a water tank is used for com- paction of asphalt pavement finishing and flatwork.
Technical Specifications Compactor Weight 202.8 ~ 209.4 lbs. (92 ~ 95 Kg) Centrifugal Force 4046 lbs. (1835 Kgf) Vibration Frequency 100 Hz (6000 VPM) Travel Speed (depending on soil) 82 ft./min (25 m/min) Grade Ability Compacted Area (depending on soil) 6781.2 ft /hr (630 m /hr)
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Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other repro- ductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: - lead from lead-based paints, - crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and - arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
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PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
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COMPACTOR USE AND CARE Do not force the product. Products do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job. Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Specific Operation Warnings To avoid fatal accident Stop the engine before refueling and be careful not to spill fuel. Spilled fuel may ignite. Do not refuel the engine near flammable objects to avoid fire. Do not run the engine in enclosed areas to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. To protect the operator ...
Main Parts of Plate Compactor Handle Handle Bar Hydraulic Oil Refill Bolt Frame Engine Air Filter Engine Fuel Tank Accelerator lever Hand Pump Piston Engine Base Plate Vibrator Plate Hydraulic Hose Isolated Rubber Engine Muffler Pulley Cover Belt Cover Handle Position Grip Page 10 of 28...
Before Each Use Engine Recommended Fuel The compactor engine requires fresh, clean, regular, unleaded gasoline. Fuel containing wa- ter or dirt will damage the fuel system. Consult to engine owner’s manual for complete fuel specifications DANGER: Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool down to avoid a risk of an explosion or fire from a fuel spill.
Operating Instructions Operation Principle Vibrating for ground compacting is accomplished occurred by a vibrator (A) that is installed on the bottom plate (B) for tamping. There are two shafts in the vibrator for forward and reverse. One shaft has two centrifugal vibrators. One of these two shafts receives hydraulic force and changes the angle of the centrifugal vibrator.
Engine Speeds and Machine Performance The engine speed influences to the centrifugal force produced by the vibrator and therefore the vibra- tion produced. A fast engine speed results in a strong centrifugal force. A slow engine speed greatly reduces the centrifugal force. Operating on a Slope When compacting on a slope, it is easiest to operate the equipment from the top to the bottom of the slope.
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2) To drive the compactor forward, push the travel lever to the forward position (see below). 3) To drive the compactor backward, pull the lever to the reverse position. Do not move the travel lever with excessive force when engine is turn-off. The lever should move easil y when the engine is started and the compactor is operating normally.
After Each Use Remove foreign substances such as soil, stone or dirt from compactor and engine. Clean the engine cylinder cooling fins. Clean or replace the air filter. Check the general condition of the compactor. Storage In case of storing the plate compactor for a long period of time (for more than 30 days): ...
Maintenance Check that the plate compactor engine is turned off and cooled before attempting any maintenance, cleaning, or inspection. Performing maintenance on an operating compactor can cause injury. Maintain the compactor by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accord- ance with the following recommended procedures.
Changing the V-belt Check that the plate compactor engine is turned off and cool before attempting to change the V-belt. Changing the V-belt while the compactor is still operating may cause injury. 1. Loose the four flange bolts (02) to remove the belt cover (01). 2.
Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance. Problem Possible Cause Solution Blocked pressure. Do not move travel lever while the compactor is not operating.
Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a con- venient reference to the location and position of parts. When ordering parts, the following will be required: model number, serial number/lot date code, and description.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the North Star product purchased will be free from material defects in both ma- terials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of two years from date of pur- chase with the Honda GX engine having a period of three years from date of purchase.
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