HSS Hire 47416 Troubleshooting guide

Plate
Compactors
Light/Medium
For compacting hardcore,
sand and gravel
Code 47416/47415/47406/47436/47426
Operating & Safety Guide 648
Operating & Safety Guide 648
648/03
648/03
Set the throttle to minimum, turn OFF the ON/OFF switch
and close the fuel tap. Swing the control handle back to the
transport position, ready for return to HSS Hire.
EQUIPMENT CARE
FINISHING OFF
Once started, let the engine warm up for a few
minutes before releasing the choke and resetting the
throttle to the idle position.
Plate
Compactors
Light/Medium
BASIC TECHNIQUES
Open the throttle to the full position, the unit will start
to vibrate and try to wander.
Keeping a firm hold of the control handle, guide the
compactor over the surface. Work over the surface from
left to right then from top to bottom.
The most important thing to remember when using the
compactor is that the material being compacted will not
automatically level out to a perfect finish.
As you compact the area, dips will occur which will need
to be filled. For best results, compact the whole area then
switch the compactor OFF while you fill the dips with more
material. Then re-compact.
Never push the equipment beyond its design limits. If it
will not do what you want with reasonable ease, assume
you have the wrong tool for the job. Contact HSS Hire for
advice.
Always switch OFF the compactor before making any
adjustments to it.
Keep the equipment clean. You will find this less of a
chore if you clean up regularly, rather than wait until end of
the hire period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere clean,
dry and safe.
Regularly check the fuel level and top up as necessary
with unleaded petrol.
Regularly check the oil level – when the engine is cold
and the compactor is on level ground. Withdraw the
dipstick, wipe it clean, then replace it, remove it a second
time and verify that the oil level is between the MIN & MAX
lines. Top up as necessary.
©HSS Hire Service Group Ltd 2012 No. 648/03
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Web Site: http://www.hss.com
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... have you been trained
The law requires that personnel using this type of equipment in
the workplace must be competent and qualified to do so.
Training is available at HSS Training
0845 766 7799

For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact HSS Hire.
There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do not
follow all instructions laid down in this guide.
The hirer has a responsibility to ensure that all
necessary risk assessments have been completed prior
to the use of this equipment.
This equipment should only be used by an operator
who has been deemed competent to do so by his/her
employer.
This equipment should be used by an able bodied,
competent adult who has read and understood these
instructions. Anyone with either a temporary or permanent
disability, should seek expert advice before using it.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from the
work area. Cordon off a NO GO area using cones and
either barriers or tape, available for hire from HSS Hire.
Never use this equipment if you are ill, feeling
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Wear practical, protective clothing, gloves
goggles and footwear. Avoid loose
garments and jewellery that could catch in moving parts,
tie back long hair.
This equipment generates potentially harmful
noise levels. To comply with Health & Safety at Work
regulations, ear defenders must be worn by everyone in
the vicinity.
This equipment is heavy (up to 84kg depending upon
model), never attempt to lift it on your own, always
get help.
Ensure the work area is well lit and ventilated, if in
doubt, ask about lighting and ventilation equipment at HSS
Hire.
Do not work near flammable gases or liquids, petrol or
paint thinner fumes for example. Keep combustible
materials at a safe distance - at least 5m.
Make sure you know how to switch this machine OFF
before you switch it ON in case you get into difficulty.
Never leave the unit running and unattended.
Always switch the engine off and wait for moving parts
to come to rest before making adjustments to it.
Do not try to repair or modify the equipment. If this
equipment can’t do what you expect or fails to work return
to HSS Hire.
GENERAL SAFETY
Control
Handle
Dip Stick
ON/OFF
Switch
Fuel
Tank
Choke
Starter
Cord
Fuel Tap
Throttle
GETTING STARTED
Engines, especially the exhausts, get very hot so switch
OFF and allow to cool before touching them.
Keep flammable materials well away from engine and
exhaust.
Make sure that everyone is warned of what you are
doing.
Check the condition of the equipment before use. If it
shows signs of damage or excessive wear, return it to HSS
Hire.
With the machine on firm level ground, check fuel and
oil levels (see EQUIPMENT CARE).
These plates are fitted with an automatic clutch, when
the engine is idling there will be no vibrating action. To
activate the vibration, turn the throttle to the fast position.
When starting the engine use half throttle, but be ready
in case the unit begins to vibrate, if it does simply reduce
the throttle setting until the vibrating stops.
When the unit begins to vibrate, it will start to wander,
so site the unit in the centre of the work area to avoid
damage to other surfaces.
Position the compactor on the surface to be compacted
and swing the control handle back to the operating
position.
Turn the engines ON/OFF switch to ON, open the fuel
tap, then apply the choke if starting from cold, half closed
if the engine is warm.
With the throttle set to the half-way position, a few brisk
pulls on the starter cord should now start the engine.
FUEL SAFETY
NEVER refuel while the engine is hot or running.
Never smoke or allow naked lights into the area
while refuelling.
Never inhale fuel vapour.
ALWAYS mop up spillage’s as quickly as possible, and
change your clothes if you get fuel on yourself.
ALWAYS store fuel in a purpose-made sealed
container, in a cool, safe place well away from the
work area.
EXHAUST DANGER
Never operate compactors indoors or a confined space.
The exhaust contains gases that can kill.
HAUC
(Highway Authorities Utilities Committee)
HAUC approved version of both light & medium duty
plates are available.
If you require this type of plate, advise HSS Hire prior
to hiring.
The HAUC plates can be indentified by the raised
section on the bottom of the plate
MEDIUM DUTY PLATE
Fuel Cap
ON / OFF
Switch
Starter
Cord
Choke
Fuel Tap
Control
Handle
Throttle
LIGHT DUTY PLATE