Pre start-up inspection
The following Pre-start-up inspection must be performed before the start of each work session or after every four hours of use, which-
ever is rst. Please refer to the service section for detailed guidance. If any fault is discovered, the compactor must not be used until
the fault is recti ed.
1. Thoroughly inspect the compactor for signs of damage. Check components are present and secure. Pay special attention to the
belt guard.
2. Check the engine oil and hydraulic oil level and top up as necessary.
3. Check the engine fuel level and top up as necessary.
4. Check for fuel, oil and hydraulic leaks.
Honda GX200 Gasoline Engine
Stopping the Engine
1. To stop the engine, set the throttle control to idle (See Fig. 1), then press and hold the red stop
button for 5 seconds until the engine stops (See Fig. 2).
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Turn the fuel OFF
Starting the Engine
1. Open the fuel tap by moving the fuel ON / OFF lever fully to the right.
2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke ON by moving the choke lever fully to the left. If
restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required, however, if the engine has cooled
to a degree, partial choke may be required.
3. Set the throttle to the idle position by moving the throttle lever fully to the right.
4. Taking a rm hold of the frame with one hand, grasp the recoil starter handle with the other.
Pull the recoil starter until engine resistance is felt, then let starter return.
5. Taking care not to pull the starter's rope fully out, pull the starter handle briskly.
6. Repeat until the engine res.
7. Once the engine res gradually set the choke lever to the OFF position by moving it to the
right.
8. If the engine fails to re after several attempts, follow the Troubleshooting Guide.
Pre-Start Checks
Start And Stop Procedure
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Fig.1
Fig.2