5.5 HP Single-Direction Plate Compactors Owner’s Manual Item 49159 Item 49161, With Water Tank WARNING: Read and understand all instructions, warnings, and cautions before using this product. Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and cautions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use These compactors are designed to compact loose or granular soils, gravel, paving stones and asphalt. They are powerful compacting tools capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive high frequency vibrations to a soil surface. Its applications include compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable installation work.
Important Safety Information The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner. DO NOT allow persons to assemble or operate this product until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the product works.
PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Use ANSI Z87.
COMPACTOR USE AND CARE Do not force the product. Products do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job. Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the product with a damaged part.
Specific Operation Warnings To avoid fatal accident Stop the engine before refueling and be careful not to spill fuel. Spilled fuel may ignite. Do not refuel the engine near flammable objects to avoid fire. Do not run the engine in enclosed areas to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. To protect the operator When fatigued from operation, stop the machine and take break.
may cause damage or injury during transportation. Do not transport the compactor by motor vehicle with fuel in its fuel tank. Note: Refer to the instruction manual of the engine if there is a problem or a question about it before or during its operation.
Main Parts of Plate Compactor 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 Accelerator lever Handle Frame Water Tank (49161 only) Water Valve (49161 only) Vibratory Housing Isolator Rubber Vibratory Plate Engine Base Plate Tool Pocket Engine Recoil Starter Engine Muffler Engine Fuel Tank Belt Cover Page 10 of 25
Before Each Use Engine Recommended Fuel The compactor engine requires fresh, clean, regular, unleaded gasoline. Fuel containing water or dirt will damage the fuel system. Consult to engine owner’s manual for complete fuel specifications DANGER: Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool down to avoid a risk of an explosion or fire from a fuel spill.
Operating Instructions Read and understand both the engine and compactor user’s manuals before starting or operating the compactor to avoid incorrect operation that may result in damage or injury. Starting the Engine Perform all the Before Each Use checks. Shift the engine On/Off switch to “ON”. Open the fuel valve. If the engine is cold, move the choke lever to the “close” position. If the engine is hot, set the choke lever to the “open” position.
Stopping the Engine Never stop the engine abruptly from full speed. Slow the speed and allow the engine to run idle for a few minutes. This is necessary to prevent the moisture of the outside air from getting into the engine carburetor. Slow the engine to idle by turning accelerator lever fully counterclockwise. Shift the engine On/Off switch to the “OFF” poison. Close the fuel valve. See the engine manual for further information.
Maintenance Check that the compactor engine is turned off and cooled before attempting any maintenance, cleaning, or inspection. Performing maintenance on an operating compactor can cause injury. Maintain the compactor by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures. Also refer to the engine manufacturer’s instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance. The following chart is based on a normal operation schedule.
Changing the V-belt Check that the compactor engine is turned off and cool before attempting to change the V-belt. Changing the V-belt while the compactor is still operating may cause injury. 1. Loosen the four bolts (02) to remove the belt cover (01). 2. Remove the belt (03). 3. Prepare a new belt (item 6 in the Clutch and Belt parts list). 4. When fitting the belt, fit the smaller pulley (04) first, then the bigger pulley (05). 5.
Parts Diagram Base Plate Base Plate Parts List Ref. Part No. Description Qty. Remark PA010-000B 60 Base Plate WA(49159) 1 516*375 PC010-000B 80WT Base Plate WA(49161) 1 516*405 2 PP130-001 Vibration Isolator Rubber(60) 4 NBR 3 PA130-002 Engine Base Support Rubber 1 NBR 4 QWS-SPM10H Plane Washer 4 M10 Ø 30 (10.
Engine Base Plate Engine Base Plate Parts List Ref. Part No.
Engine Frame Engine Frame Parts List Ref. Part No. Description Qty.
Vibratory Housing Assembly Vibratory Housing Assembly Parts List Ref. Part No. Description Qty Remark 1 QBL-M12X35 Bolt 1 M12x35 2 QWS-SM12 Spring Washer 1 M12 3 QWS-SPM12 Plane Washer 1 M12 Ø 40 4 PA040-006 Vibrator Pulley 1 GCD200 5 QWS-SM8H Spring Washer 8 M8 (10.9T) 6 QBL-M8X20H Bolt 8 M8X20 (10.
Clutch and Belt Clutch and Belt Parts List Description Key Inner Belt Cover Welding Plain Washer S, Button Head Cap Bolt Clutch Pulley Assembly V-Belt Plane Washer Spring Washer Bolt Belt Cover Plane Washer Bolt Bolt Bolt Belt Cover Bracket Flange Bolt Flange Bolt Ref. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Part No.
Handle Handle Parts List Ref. Part No. Description Qty. 1 PA070-000 Handle Welding Assembly 1 2 PA130-003 Handle Bushing Rubber 4 3 QWS-PM12 Plane Washer 8 M12 4 QBL-M12x70S Bolt 4 M12*70L(10.
Water System (49161 only) Option Parts List Ref. Part No.
Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance. Failure Poor performance (compactor does not develop its full speed) Possible Cause Remedial Measure The engine throttle does not open completely. Open the engine throttle completely. The throttle does not adjusted correctly. Adjust the throttle controller correctly.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the North Star product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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