OPERATION
Figure 13. Choke Lever (Open)
8.Before the pump is placed in to operation, run the engine for several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would associate with a lose component.
9.To begin pumping, place the throttle lever (See Figure 13) 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.
Figure 14. Throttle Lever (Run)
WARNING
Water must always be flowing through the pump casing while the engine is running. Loss of flow may be the result of a loss of prime, restricted water flow or a dead- head situation. Please note that in such a condition, water in the pump can reach temperatures of
Before touching or opening the fill plug or drain plug, first turn off the engine and allow the pump casing to cool to the touch, and then open the pump carefully. Be cautious of any built up water pressure.
CAUTION
ALWAYS run engine at full speed while pumping.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Normal Shutdown
1.Move the throttle lever to the IDLE position (See Figure 14) 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 (See Figure 15).
Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF)
3.Place the fuel
Figure 17. Fuel Valve Lever (OFF)
Emergency Shutdown
1.Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
QP3TH TRASH PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (01/29/14) — PAGE 19
