Storage; Maintenance - Scheppach 5904611903 Original Bedienungsanleitung

Loading the machine:
Lift unit by lift hook (3) on roll cage. Use a reliable
chain, cable or strap of adequate lifting capacity. The
unit must be transported in the upright position to pre-
vent fuel from spilling. Do not lay machine on its side
or top.
Secure or tie down unit using lift hook (3) or roll cage
when transporting.
m Machine may fall and cause damage or injury if lifted
incorrectly. Lift by lift hook (3) only.

13. Storage

Storage (see „Draining the fuel tank"):
If the plate compactor will not be used for a period
longer than 30 days, follow the steps below to prepare
your unit for storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank completely. Stored fuel contain-
ing ethanol or MTBE can start to go stale in 30
days. Stale fuel has high gum content and can clog
the carburetor and restrict fuel flow.
2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stops.
This ensures no fuel is left in the carburetor. Run
the engine until it stops. This helps prevent depos-
its from forming inside the carburetor and possible
engine damage.
3. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil from the
engine. Refill with fresh oil.
4. Let any fuel present drain out of the float chamber
(see "Cleaning the float chamber").
5. Use clean cloths to clean off the outside of the
compactor and to keep the air vents free of ob-
structions.
m Do not use strong detergents or petroleum
6.
based cleaners when cleaning plastic parts.
Chemicals can damage plastics.
7. Store your plate compactor in upright position in a
clean, dry building that has good ventilation.
m Do not store compactor with fuel in a non-ven-
tilated area where fuel fumes may reach flame,
sparks, pilot lights or any ignition sources. Use
only approved fuel containers.
Store the device and its accessories in a dark, dry and
frost-proof place that is inaccessible to children.
The optimum storage temperature is between 5 and
30˚C.
Store the tool in its original packaging.
Cover the tool in order to protect it from dust and mois-
ture.
Store the operating manual with the tool.

14. Maintenance

m ATTENTION!
Always shut the engine down and remove the spark
plug connector before carrying out any maintenance
work.
Maintaining your compactor will insure long life to the
machine and its components.
• Preventive Maintenance Turn off engine. Engine
must be cool.
• Keep the engine's throttle lever (1) in its SLOW po-
sition, and remove spark plug wire from spark plug
(8) and secure.
• Inspect the general condition of the plate compactor.
Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of
moving parts, cracked or broken parts, and any oth-
er condition that may affect its safe operation.
• Then use a premium quality lightweight machine oil
to lubricate all moving parts.
• Clean the bottom of the compactor base as soon as
it begins to pick up soil being compacted. The unit
can not do a good job if the bottom surface is not
smooth and clean.
• Replace spark plug wire.
Checking and replacing V-belt
• To ensure optimum power transmission from the en-
gine to the eccentric shaft, the V-belt (k) must be in
good condition.
• If the V-belt (k) is torn, worn out or smooth, it must
be replaced.
Replacing V-belt (fig. L)
• Turn off engine.
• Engine must be cool.
• Remove the belt guard (19) to access the V-belt (k).
• Loosen the four screws on the engine and push the
motor a little bit forwards.
• Pull the old V-belt (k) off the pulleys and pull a new
belt into place correctly.
• Tension the belt (k) with the help of the adjusting
screw and ensure that the engine / belt pulley remain
perpendicular.
• Tighten the drive belt (k) if the belt gives more than
10-15 mm (when pressing your thumb on it).
• Attach the belt guard (19) again with the two screws.
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