QP-402H — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE/PUMP)

TABLE 7. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE PROBLEM

SOLUTION

 

 

 

Operation not satisfactory

 

 

 

 

 

 

Governor adjustment improper?

Adjust governor to correct lever.

 

 

 

 

Governor spring defective?

Clean or replace ignition.

Rotational speed fluctuates.

 

 

Fuel flow erratic?

Check fuel line.

 

 

 

 

 

Air taken in through suction

Check suction line.

 

line?

 

 

 

 

Recoil starter not working

Dust in rotating part?

Clean recoil starter assembly.

 

 

properly.

Spring spring failure?

Replace sprial spring.

 

 

 

 

TABLE 8. PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE PROBLEM

SOLUTION

 

 

 

 

Not enough priming water in the housing?

Add water.

 

 

 

 

Engine speed too low?

Increase throttle.

 

 

 

 

Strainner plugged?

Clean strainer.

 

 

 

 

Suction hose damaged?

Replace or repair hose, and clamps

 

 

 

 

Air leak at suction port?

Check that fittings are tight and properly sealed.

Pump does not take on water.

 

 

Pump is located too high above water line?

Move pump closer to water.

 

 

 

 

 

Debris collecting in pump housing?

Clean pump housing.

 

 

 

 

Too much distance between impeller and volute.

Adjust clearance by adding shims or replace impeller.

 

Min. .006" - Max. .020"

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water leaking out weep hole between pump and

Check condition of mechanical seal and gaskets,

 

engine?

between pump end and engine housing.

 

 

 

 

Engine speed too low?

Increase throttle speed.

Pump takes in water, little or no

 

 

Suction strainer partially plugged?

Clean strainer.

discharge.

 

 

Impeller/Volute worn?

Adjust clearance by adding shims or replace

 

 

 

impeller/volute

 

 

 

 

Fittings/clamps are not sealed properly?

Tighten, replace or add clamp. (Keep extra seals on

Suction hose leaks at inlet.

pump)

 

 

 

 

Hose diameter is too large?

Use smaller diameter hose or replace hose.

 

 

 

Discharge does not stay on

Pressure too high?

Check pressure, add additional clamp.

 

 

coupling.

Hose kinked or end blocked?

Check hose.

 

 

 

 

 

Impeller jammed or blocked?

Open pump cover and clean dirt and debris from

 

 

inside housing.

Impeller does not turn: pump is

 

 

 

Adjust clearance by removing shim from behind

hard to start.

Impeller and volute binding?

impeller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Defective engine?

See Engine Owner's Manual.

 

 

 

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qp-402h specifications

The Multiquip QP-402H is a powerful, versatile piece of construction equipment designed for a range of applications, particularly in the construction and operational sectors. Known for its durability and efficiency, the QP-402H is a part of Multiquip’s extensive portfolio of equipment that adheres to the high standards of reliability and performance.

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