Subaru Robin Power Products PKV101 manual Operating Your Pump

3. PRE-OPERATION FOR STARTING

(See Fig. 2)

1.CONNECT SUCTION HOSE (See Fig. 2-q)

Use a reinforced-wall or wire braided hose to prevent suction

5.CHECK PRIMING WATER (See Fig. 2-u)

It is recommended that the water chamber of pump casing should be primed with full of water before operating.

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Since the pump self-priming time is directly proportional to hose length, a short hose is recommended.

CAUTION

Always use a strainer with the suction hose. Gravel or debris sucked into the pump will cause serious damage to the impeller and the pump casting.

2.CONNECT DELIVERY HOSE (See Fig. 2-w)

WARNING

Never attempt to operate the pump without priming water or the pump will overheat. Extended dry operation will destroy the mechanical seal.

If the unit has been operated dry, stop the engine immediately and allow the pump to cool before adding priming water.

4. OPERATING YOUR PUMP

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When using a fabric hose, always use a hose band to prevent the hose from disconnecting under high pressure.

3. CHECK ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 2-r)

Before checking or refilling engine oil, be sure the engine is located on stable, level surface and stopped.

■Do not screw the oil gauge into the oil filler neck to check oil level. If the oil level is low, refill to the upper level with the following recommended oil.

■Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil of API service class SF or higher grade.

■Select the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time of operation as shown in the table. (See Fig.2-e)

OIL CAPACITY : 0.8 liter

Explanation of Fig.2-r

q Oil Gauge

w Upper Level (0.8 liter) e Lower Level

4. CHECK FUEL (See Fig. 2-t)

WARNING

Do not refuel while smoking, near an open flame or other such potential fire hazards. Otherwise fire accident may occur.

■Stop the engine and open the cap.

■Incline the engine as fuel inlet upward, then refill fuel to the upper level. Do not fill fuel too much.

■Use unleaded automotive gasoline only.

Fuel Tank Capacity (This engine is 4-stroke gasoline engine). Refer to “8. SPECIFICATIONS” Page 10 for fuel tank capacity

■When filling the fuel tank, always use the fuel filter.

■Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine. (See Fig.2-y)

1.STARTING (See Fig. 3)

(1)Set the throttle lever to the idling position (L). (See Fig.3-q)

(2)Set the stop switch to the position “ON”. (See Fig.3-w)

(3)Close the choke lever. (See Fig.3-e)

■If the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, close the choke lever fully.

■If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, open the choke lever half-way, or keep it fully open.

(4)Push the primer pump 7 to 10 times to feed the fuel to the carburetor. (See Fig.3-r-q)

(5)Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt. This is the “compression” point. Return the handle to its original position and pull swiftly.

Do not pull out the rope all the way.

After starting the engine, allow the starter handle to return to its original position while still holding the handle. (See Fig.3-t)

(6)After starting the engine, gradually open choke by turning the choke lever and finally keep it fully opened. Do not fully open the choke lever immediately when the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, because the engine may stop. (See Fig.3-y)

2.RUNNING (See Fig. 4)

(1)After the engine starts, set the speed control lever at the low speed position (L) and warm it up without load for a few minutes. (See Fig.4-q)

(2)Gradually move the speed control lever toward the high speed position (H) and set it at the required engine speed. (See Fig.4-w)

■Whenever high speed operation is not required, slow the engine down (idle) by moving the speed control lever to save fuel and extend engine life.

NOTE

If the engine is operated at upside down, white smoke may be exhausted from the muffler.

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