OPERATION

CAUTION

DO NOT attempt to operate the pump until the Safety, General Information and Inspection sections of this manual have been read and thoroughly

understood.

This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial start-upof the trash pump. It is extremely important that this section be read carefully before attempting to use the pump in the field.

Starting the Engine (HATZ engine)

3.Move the engine speed lever to the START position (Figure 8).

Figure 8. Engine Speed Lever (START position)

4.Grasp the starter grip (Figure 9) and slowly pull it out until you feel the strongest resistance then return the starter grip to the initial position.

Figure 9. Starter Grip

CAUTION

Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.

5.Pull the starter grip again, hard and fast, pulling it all the way out to start engine.

6.If the engine does not start, repeat steps 4 and 5.

CAUTION

ALWAYS run engine at full speed while pumping.

Stopping The Engine

Normal Shutdown

1.Move the engine speed lever to the low speed and run the engine for about three minutes with no load.

2.After the engine cools, move the engine speed lever to the STOP position (Figure 11).

Figure 11. Engine Speed Lever (STOP Position)

4.Slowly pull the starter grip (Figure 9) until strong resistance is felt and leave it in this position. This prevents rust from forming while the engine is not in use.

CAUTION

When stopping the engine, reduce the load slowly. Do not stop engine suddenly since it may cause the temperature to rise abnormally.

Emergency Shutdown

1.To stop engine immediately, quickly place the engine speed lever to the STOP position.

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