Operators Manual
Table Of Contents
- Vibroplate
- Foreword 3
- 1 Emission Control system Information 4
- 2 Safety Information 5
- 3 Technical Data 13
- 4 Operation 16
- 5 Maintenance 20
- 5.1 Maintaining the Emission Control System 20
- 5.2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule 20
- 5.3 Spark Plug 22
- 5.4 Air Cleaner 23
- 5.5 Engine Oil 24
- 5.6 Adjusting Engine Speed 24
- 5.7 Carburetor Adjustment 25
- 5.8 Cleaning Sediment Cup 25
- 5.9 Drive Belt 26
- 5.10 Exciter Lubrication 27
- 5.11 Cleaning Plate 27
- 5.12 Lifting Machine 28
- 5.13 Transporting Machine 29
- 5.14 Storage 29
- 5.15 Troubleshooting 30
- Foreword
- 7.1 Emission Control Systems Warranty Statement
- 2. Safety Information
- 3. Technical Data
- 4. Operation
- 5. Maintenance
- 5.2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule
- Machine Maintenance
- 5.3 Spark Plug
- 5.4 Air Cleaner
- 5.5 Engine Oil
- 5.6 Adjusting Engine Speed
- 5.7 Carburetor Adjustment
- 5.8 Cleaning Sediment Cup
- 5.9 Drive Belt
- 5.10 Exciter Lubrication
- 5.11 Cleaning Plate
- 5.12 Lifting Machine
- 5.13 Transporting Machine
- 5.14 Storage
- 5.15 Troubleshooting
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- Blank Page
VP 1340A/VP 1550A Maintenance
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5.15 Troubleshooting
Problem / Symptom Reason / Remedy
Plate does not develop full
speed. Poor compaction.
• Engine throttle control not completely open.
• Throttle control not adjusted correctly.
• Ground too wet, plate sticking. Allow soil to dry
before compacting.
• Drive belt loose or worn, slipping on pulleys. Adjust
or replace belt. Check that engine mounting bolts
are tight.
• Exciter bearings binding. Check condition and level
of oil in exciter. Add or change oil.
• Air filter clogged with dust, reducing engine perfor-
mance. Clean or replace air filter.
• Engine speed too low. Check engine speed with
tachometer. Adjust or repair engine to run at correct
speed. Refer to engine manual.
Engine running, no vibration • Engine throttle not open.
• Drive belt loose or broken. Adjust or replace.
• Clutch damaged. Inspect and replace clutch.
• Engine speed too low. Check engine speed.
• Too much oil in exciter. Adjust oil to correct level.
Plate jumps or compacts
unevenly.
• Ground surface too hard.
• Shockmounts loose or damaged.