Stopping the Water Pump

1.Press stop switch to “Stop” position until engine stops (Figure 17).

Figure 17 — Stop Switch

CAUTION

OPERATION

3.Remove plug from top of pump and flush internal components of pump with clean water (Figure 19).

Figure 19 — Remove Plug from Top of Pump and Flush

Backfire, fire or engine damage could occur.

• DO NOT stop engine by moving choke lever to “Full Choke” position.

Drain and Flush Water Pump

4. Replace both plugs and finger tighten.

1.Disconnect and drain suction and discharge hoses.

2.Remove drain plug at bottom of pump (Figure 18).

Figure 18 — Remove Drain Plug

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Briggs & Stratton 073000 manuel dutilisation Stopping the Water Pump, Drain and Flush Water Pump

073000 specifications

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