SAFETY CHECKS – PRE-STARTING
Before starting each day, in addition to the 10 hour daily routine
maintenance, check or inspect the following items to ensure
trouble free performance.
1. Check fluid lines, hoses, fittings, filler openings, drain plugs,
pressure cap, muffler, safety shrouds and the area
underneath the unit for signs of leakage or damage. Fix any
leaks and correct any damage before operating.
2. Inspect the entire unit for damaged or missing parts and
repair or replace them as needed.
3. Check the fuel level. If necessary, fill the fuel tank with the
proper fuel.
4. Check all fastening hardware to ensure it is adequately
tightened and that none is missing or broken.
5. Do not operate faulty equipment.
6. Be observant of people and obstructions within the work
area.
7. Check engine for fuel.
Please read "INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE" for HONDA
GX120K1 engine for BX-60WH or GX160K1 engine for
BX-80WH/BX-120WH models and this instruction manual for
correct use and care.
Please check if the unit is correctly maintained in good
operating conditions.
INSPECTION PRIOR TO OPERATION
Check Engine Oil
Before checking or refilling engine oil, be sure the compactor is
located on a stable level surface.
Do not thread the gauge into oil filler to check oil level. If the oil
level is below the lower level line on the dipstick, refill with the
proper oil to the upper level (to the neck of oil filler). See
SECTION
–
MAINTENANCE,
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE".
Check Engine for Fuel
WARNING
Do not refuel while smoking near an open flame or other
potential hazards.
"50 HOUR
OR
WEEKLY
Cleaning Air Cleaner
Check Air Cleaner to be sure it is clean and not contaminated.
If it needs cleaned perform the following steps:
•
Remove the wing nut, air cleaner cover, outer urethane foam
element and inner paper element.
•
Wash the foam element in a household cleaner and warm
water.
•
Rinse thoroughly and allow to dry completely.
•
Saturate the foam element in engine oil and squeeze out the
excess oil.
•
Tap the inner paper element lightly on a hard surface or blow
out with compressed air from the inside.
•
Do not use a brush to clean the element.
•
Wipe out the air cleaner cover with a clean damp cloth and
reassemble the air cleaner.
Do not run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine
wear will result.
If the air cleaner element is seriously contaminated engine
start up may fail or poor output and malfunctions of the
engine may result.
Check each part for lose or broken Bolts and Nuts
Tighten loose bolts and nuts, if any. Check each part for fuel or
oil leak. Replace broken or damaged parts, if any, with new
ones.
OPERATION
Starting (Honda Engine)
1. Turn the STOP SWITCH clockwise to the ON position.
( , [Figure 1]).
Figure 1
BX-60WH / BX-80WH / BX-120WH Plate Compactors
6-EN
CAUTION
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