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Replacing the belt on the Wacker VP1340, VP1550, and VP2050 plate compactor is a common task. We sell hundreds of belts per year, so we've added this how-to to help guide you while replacing t … read more

The drive belt on the Wacker WP1540 and WP1550 should be inspected every 2 weeks or after every 50 hours of operation. Proper deflection of the drive belt is between 1/4"-3/8", halfway between the pul … read more

The Wacker BPU3545 drive belt should be inspected and/or adjusted weekly or after every 50 hours of operation. After installing a new belt on the Wacker BPU3545, check the belt tension after the … read more

The exciter oil on the BPU3545 must be changed after every 300 operating hours to ensure maximum protection of the exciter assembly.The bearings in the exciter assembly are splash lubricated and rotat … read more

Check oil level in control handle once a week or every 25 hours.Remove plug from top of control handle. Add oil as required to maintain proper oil level. Oil level should be at “OEL” mark on outs … read more