Part of the JCB Operator Manuals.
Need the exact factory maintenance schedules for your vibrating plate? This 46-page JCB VMP 14, 18, 24 Operator Manual PDF (OEM #332/A5752) breaks down every daily inspection, cold start procedure, and operating limit. Inside, you get complete preventative service intervals, full fluid capacity charts, and step-by-step instructions for adjusting the drive belt. You will also find detailed guidance on fitting tamping plate extensions, changing the exciter oil, and safely running the machine on severe gradients. Top off the forward and reverse shift cylinder with exactly 0.2 liters of oil, and secure the plate damper bolts to 184 Nm before hitting the trench. Equipment downtime from skipped daily maintenance ruins your profit margin. Download this bookmarked file directly to your smartphone, look up the right specs on the job site, and keep your compactor running strong.
What's Inside This Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Registration | 5-6 | JCB Light Equipment |
| Safety Notices | 7-8 | Important Information, Operator Manual, Safety Warnings |
| Introduction | 9-20 | Machine Model and Serial Number, Using This Manual, Units of Measurement, Left Side, Right Side, Using the Machine, Cross References |
| Operation | 21-30 | Before Starting the Engine, Starting the Engine (Vmp 14, Vmp 18, Vmp 24), Getting the Machine Moving (Operating: Practices, Procedure) |
| Routine Maintenance | 31-42 | Service Requirements (Introduction, Owner/Operator Support, Service/Maintenance Agreements, Obtaining Replacement Parts, Engines), Health and Safety, Lubricants |
| Specifications | 43-46 | Vibrating Plate, Dimensions, Performance, Noise and Vibration, Engine |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| VMP 24 | ||
| Torque for bolts securing tamping plate extensions (A) | 43 Nm (31.7 lbf ft) | p. 41 |
| Torque for bolts securing plate damper to struts (E) | 184 Nm (135.7 lbf ft) | p. 41 |
| All Models | ||
| Welder earth (ground) cable distance from part being welded | no more than 0.6 metres (2 feet) | p. 19 |
| Engine Oil Specification | SAE 15W-40 | p. 36 |
| Drive Belt Deflection | 10 mm | p. 39 |
| Torque Setting (A) for Tamping Plate Extensions | 43 Nm (31.7 lbf ft) | p. 41 |
| VMP 14 | ||
| Shift Cylinder Oil (forward/reverse) capacity | 0.2 (0.04) Litres (UK Gal) | p. 36 |
| Exciter Drive Oil Capacity | 0.4 L | p. 36 |
| VMP 18 | ||
| Shift Cylinder Oil (forward/reverse) capacity | 0.2 (0.04) Litres (UK Gal) | p. 36 |
| VMP 14, VMP 18 | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 3.0 L | p. 36 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 0.9 L | p. 36 |
| Shift Cylinder Oil Capacity (forward/reverse) | 0.2 L | p. 36 |
