OPERATION
Figure 13. Choke Lever (Open)
8.Before the pump is placed into operation, run the engine for severalminutes.
9.Check for fuel leaks and noises that would be associated with a loose component.Check for leaks between pump and engine. If water is leaking between the pump and engine housing, the seal inside the pump may be worn or damaged. Continued operation of the pump is not recommended. Further usage of the pump under these conditions may cause severe water damage to engine.
10.To begin pumping, place the throttle lever (Figure 14) in the RUN position. If water is not flowing out of the discharge port, turn off the engine and check for and clear any obstructions within the suction hose.
CAUTION — Maximum Engine Speed
ALWAYS run engine at full speed while pumping.
STOPPINGTHE ENGINE
Normal Shutdown
1.Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (Figure 15) and run the engine for three minutes at low speed.
Figure 15. Throttle Lever (Idle)
2.After the engine cools, turn the engine ON/OFF switch to the OFF position (Figure 16).
Figure 14. Throttle Lever (Run)
WARNING — High Pressure
Water must always be flowing through the pump casing while theengineisrunning.Lossofflowmaybetheresultofalossof prime, restricted water flow or a
Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF)
3. Place the fuel
Figure 17. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)
Emergency Showdown
1.Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
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