Toro RP-500 Operator's Manual
Toro RP-500 Operator's Manual

Toro RP-500 Operator's Manual

Reversible plate compactor

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Original Instructions (EN)
RP-500/700/1200 Reversible Plate
Compactor
Model No. 68071—Serial No. 313000001 and Up
Model No. 68072—Serial No. 313000001 and Up
Model No. 68073—Serial No. 313000001 and Up
Form No. 3377-539 Rev A
*3377-539* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3377-539 Rev A RP-500/700/1200 Reversible Plate Compactor Model No. 68071—Serial No. 313000001 and Up Model No. 68072—Serial No. 313000001 and Up Model No. 68073—Serial No. 313000001 and Up *3377-539* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2: Introduction

    You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product if you do not follow the recommended precautions. and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Improper use or maintenance by the operator or Introduction ..............2 owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential Safety ................3 for injury, comply with these safety instructions and Safe Operating Practices........... 3 always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which Safety and Instructional Decals .........
  • Page 4 • Never leave the machine running unattended. Always • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that set the throttle to slow, stop the engine, and wait for all original standards are maintained. moving parts to stop before leaving.
  • Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 93–9084 1. Lift point 125–8182 1. Slow 3. Fast 2.
  • Page 6 117–2718 125–8205 1. Push the handle forward 2. Pull the handle backward to move the compactor to move the compactor forward. backward. 125–4943 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Warning—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 2.
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Product Overview Checking the Engine Oil Level The machine comes from the factory with oil in the engine crankcase; however, it may be necessary to add oil. Refer to Servicing the Engine Oil (page 14). Add only enough oil to raise the level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Specifications Model RP-500 RP-700 RP-1200 Number Width 40 cm (15.7 50 cm (19.7 60 cm (23.6 inches) inches) inches) Length 118 cm (46.5 128 cm (50.8 142 cm (55.9 inches) inches) inches) Height 109 cm (42.9 113 cm (44.5 115 cm (45.3...
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation WARNING Contact with hot parts on the machine can Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine cause severe burns. from the normal operating position. Wait for all parts to cool before touching the machine. Checking the Engine Oil Level 2.
  • Page 10 Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER 1. Set the throttle to slow, turn off the engine switch, and In certain conditions during fueling, static wait for all moving parts to stop. electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion 2.
  • Page 11: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Starting and Stopping the 2. Move the engine switch to the On position (Figure 11). Engine Starting the Engine 1. Move the fuel valve to the On position (Figure 10). Figure 11 1. Engine switch 3. Move the choke lever to the left if you are starting a cold engine (Figure 12).
  • Page 12: Operating The Compactor

    The rollcage lift point can be used to lift and transport the machine with straps or a crane (Figure 16). Figure 14 1. Throttle lever 2. Turn the engine switch and fuel valve off. Figure 16 RP-500 shown 1. Rollcage lift point...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 25 hours • Check the engine oil level. • Clean debris from the air cleaner. Before each use or daily • Inspect the air cleaner elements. •...
  • Page 14: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher) Crankcase Capacity: RP-500 and RP-700 – 20.3 oz (0.6 l) Crankcase Capacity: RP-1200 – 37 oz (1.1 l) Viscosity: See table below 5W - 30 / 10W - 30...
  • Page 15: Servicing The Eccentric Oil

    Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher) 3. Tip the plate compactor slightly to the right, and use Crankcase Capacity: RP-500 and RP-700 – 13.5 oz (0.4 l) a suction gun to remove the oil through the oil plug hole (Figure 21).
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Sediment Cup

    Cleaning the Sediment Cup Servicing the Belt DANGER Checking the Belt Tension In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely 1. Remove the bolts holding the belt cover in place (Figure 23). flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.
  • Page 17: Storage

    Storage Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. 1. Stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire. 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) (Figure 2.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine will not start, starts hard, or 1. The fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. fails to keep running. 2. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the 2.
  • Page 19 Notes:...
  • Page 20 Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

This manual is also suitable for:

Rp-700Rp-1200

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