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SAFETY NOTICE & DECALS (EC12D ONLY)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL" is used to call attention to items or operations that may be
dangerous to machine operators or others working with this equipment. The symbol can be
found throughout this manual and on the unit itself. Please read these messages carefully.
READ SAFETY DECALS CAREFULLY
Carefully read and follow all safety decals. Keep them in good condition. If decals become
damaged, replace as required. If repainting, REPLACE ALL decals. Decal Kits are
available from authorized MBW Distributors.USE DECAL SET 14768
#13483, ON FUEL TANK
(GASOLINE ONLY)
13483
Read the Operating Instructions before
operating this piece of equipment.
Keep unauthorized and untrained
people away from this equipment.
ROTATING & MOVING PARTS! Make
sure all guards and safety devices are in
place.
DO NOT RUN this machine in an enĆ
closed area. The engine produces carĆ
bon monoxide, a POISONOUS GAS.
Wear approved hearing protection, foot
protection, eye protection and head
protection.
SHUT OFF the engine before servicing,
cleaning or adding fuel.
Failure to comply could result in seriĆ
ous bodily injury.
CAUTION
UNLEADED
GASOLINE
14781
#14781, ON FUEL TANK
#14774, ON OIL TANK
CAP
14770
T
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IDLE
RUN
#14770, ON HANDLE
(RATCHET STYLE
THROTTLE ONLY)
AIR CLEANER INSTRUCTIONS
CLEAN ELEMENT DAILY. MORE OFTEN UNDER DUSTY CONDITIONS.
TAP ELEMENT LIGHTLY ON A FLAT SURFACE - IF DUST DOES NOT
DROP OFF EASILY OR IF ELEMENT IS BENT OR CRUSHED...................
REPLACE IT!
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WITHOUT AIR CLEANER
ELEMENT - INTERNAL DAMAGE WILL RESULT!
06079
#06079, ON AIR CLEANER
01064
B
#01064 ON ENGINE
#01326, SPRINGBOX COVER
Machine is top heavy. Attach proper
safety chains to this bar when lifting.
14769
Approximate weight: 160 lbs. (73 kg)
WARNING
#14769 ON HANDLE
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
14773
1. Check fuel level
2. Open fuel valve.
3. Set throttle at idle position.
4. Choke engine. A warm engine may not need
to be choked.
5. Pull starter rope
6. After starting, open choke gradually and let
engine warm up at idle.
7. To start compacting: open throttle fully.
8. To stop: return throttle to idle and allow engine
to run for a few minutes before turning off.
9. Turn engine switch to off and close fuel valve.
#14773 ON FUEL TANK
(GASOLINE ONLY)
