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CONTROL LOCATIONS BEFORE OPERATION
Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will
significantly reduce your risk of injury.
Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and
how to operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the pump and its operation before you begin
using it. Know how to quickly shut off the engine in case of an
emergency.
Be sure of what you are pumping. This pump is designed to pump
only non-potable water, muddy water, and water containing solids.

IS YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?

For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it
is very important to take a few moments before you operate the pump
to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or
have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the pump.
Before beginning your pre-operation checks, be sure the pump is on a
level surface and the ignition switch is in the OFF position.

Check the General Condition of the Pump

• Look around and underneath the pump for signs of oil or gasoline
leaks.
• Remove any dirt or debris, especially around the engine, muffler,
and recoil starter.
• Look for signs of damage.
• Check that all nuts, bolts, screws, hose connectors, and clamps are
tightened.
• Keep the connecting rod cover in place while operating the pump.

Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses

• Check the general condition of the hoses. Be sure the hoses are in
serviceable condition before connecting them to the pump.
Remember that the suction hose must be of reinforced construction
to prevent hose collapse.
• Check that the sealing washer in the suction hose connector is in
good condition (page12).
• Check that the strainer is in good condition and is installed on the
suction hose (page 12).

Check the Engine

• Check the oil level (page8). To avoid the inconvenience of an
unexpected shutdown by the Oil Alert® system, always check the
engine oil level before startup.
• Check the air cleaner (page9).
• Check the fuel level (page11). Starting with a full tank will help to
eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
HANDLE
SUCTION
PORT (p. 5)
ENGINE OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK (p. 8)
IGNITION SWITCH
(p.6)
DISCHARGE
PORT (p. 5)
LIFTING
BRACKET
STARTER
GRIP
GEAR BOX OIL FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK (p.12)
AIR CUSHION
CHAMBER CAP
(Priming filler
cap) (p.5)
PUMP GREASE FITTING
ACCESS PLUG (p. 12)
FUEL CAP
AIR
CLEANER
(p. 9)
MUFFLER
SPARK
PLUG CAP
(p. 10)
THROTTLE LEVER
CHOKE LEVER
FUEL
VALVE LEVER
HANDLE
RELEASE PIN
ENGINE OIL DRAIN
BOLT (p. 8)
GEAR BOX DRAIN
BOLT (Remove
connecting rod
cover) (p. 12)
B WARNING
Improperly maintaining this pump, or failing to correct a
problem before operation, could cause a malfunction in which
you could be seriously injured.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection before each
operation, and correct any problem.