Use and Care Manual

ITEM # PC3000 Plate Compactor Instruction Manual
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STORAGE/TRANSPORT PROCEDURES
Do not store gasoline in unit for more than 3 months.
Never place any type of storage cover on this unit while it is still hot.
When transporting or storing this unit for extended time:
• Allow unit to fully cool before moving it. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials.
• Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.)
• Turn the fuel valve to the “off” position.
• Disconnect the spark plug.
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
• Do not drop or strike this unit while moving it.
• Store this unit in a cool dry area, free of excessive dust.
Storage Time
Recommended Storage Procedure (which will help prevent difficult starts)
Less than 1 month
No storage procedure required.
1 to 2 months
Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner
2 months to 1 year
Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.)
1 year or more
Empty the fuel tank. (See “Emptying the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance/Care” section.) Disconnect the spark plug.
Lifting /Transporting
Carefully fold the upper handle down. Do not allow control cables to become pinched or bent. Store your plate compactor
in upright position in a clean, dry building that has good ventilation