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Instruction Handbook                          PFP-18hpVGD-MR-CE  

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 C.E.T. Fire Pumps Mfg. This handbook is subject to change without notice, 

Contact your local C.E.T. dealer or C.E.T. direct to ensure you have the latest version.

 

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Description

 

This portable pump is directly driven by the very high-quality Briggs and Stratton 

gasoline  18  hp  engine.  It  is  equipped  with  an  electric  starter  and  also  has  a 

backup  recoil  starter.  It  has  an  integrated  fuel  tank  of  2.25  gallons  (8.5L).    The 

pump has a 1.5” (38mm) discharge and a 2.5” (65mm) inlet. It is equipped with an 

exhaust priming system guaranteed up to 20’ (6m). 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for PFP-18HPVGD-MR-CE

Page 1: ...r C E T direct to ensure you have the latest version Instruction Handbook Version 1 0 Model PFP 18hpVGD MR CE Your version of the pump the engine and their accessories may vary from the one seen on the illustrations Serial Number ________________________________ This pump was built by C E T Fire Pumps Mfg ...

Page 2: ...or C E T direct to ensure you have the latest version Table of contents 1 FOREWORD 3 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 3 DESCRIPTION 7 4 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 10 5 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 11 6 PERFORMANCE 12 7 STARTING PROCEDURE 13 8 OPERATING AND STOPPING 17 9 STARTUP 18 10 MAINTENANCE 19 11 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 20 12 GENERAL WARRANTY 22 13 CONTACT US 23 ...

Page 3: ...ury of experience in building fire fighting equipment If you follow the directives given in this handbook your pump will be a useful ally for many years to come For your own safety and those around you it is important that you read and understand each part of this handbook BEFORE you start the pump Always keep this manual accessible so you can refer to it whenever the need arrives All rights reser...

Page 4: ...ffler o NEVER run the engine without a muffler or proper exhaust system o NEVER operate the engine if the fuel tank cap is removed do not fill the tank while the engine is running If fuel is spilled move machine away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until it has completely evaporated o NEVER run the engine in an explosive environment o NEVER touch the spark plug...

Page 5: ...y hot water scald and burn hazards NEVER let the pump run for more than one minute with discharge valve s completely closed When the pump is running make sure to always leave the discharge valve slightly opened to avoid overheating of the pump If the pump runs completely closed with water flowing for a few minutes the water inside may heat up and scald or burn the operator when he opens the valve ...

Page 6: ...he attached note will put at risk the security of the personnel operating near the pump The words danger warning and caution are used for levels of risk This symbol means that it is mandatory to read and understand this handbook as well as the operation manual from the engine manufacturer BEFORE you start the engine This symbol represents the risk of injury from high temperature surfaces This symb...

Page 7: ...atest version 3 Description This portable pump is directly driven by the very high quality Briggs and Stratton gasoline 18 hp engine It is equipped with an electric starter and also has a backup recoil starter It has an integrated fuel tank of 2 25 gallons 8 5L The pump has a 1 5 38mm discharge and a 2 5 65mm inlet It is equipped with an exhaust priming system guaranteed up to 20 6m ...

Page 8: ... resistance aluminum alloy body It also has an axial mechanical seal The pump can operate to a maximum pressure of 175 PSI 12bar It has been designed to work at a temperature between 5 F 15 C and 104 F 40 C The manufacturer does not guarantee the performances outside of this temperature range The pump is operated with the throttle control lever on the control panel The pump should not run on a slo...

Page 9: ...he engine is equipped with an electrical starter Install in a properly ventilated area Recommended individual protective equipments not included Firefighting grade protective gloves conforms to EN659 or equivalent Protective glasses Hearing protection Intended use for application This pump has been designed to move water for fire fighting purposes It has been engineered to run under the constant s...

Page 10: ... If you are not sure of the quality of the pumped water use a floating strainer to prevent drawing the sand or stone from bottom source The Briggs and Stratton 350000 engine runs on clean fresh unleaded gasoline fuel conform with a minimum of 87 octane 87 AKI 91 RON Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol gasohol is acceptable and also requires a quantity of 1 8 qt 1 7L of oil SAE 30 10W 30 synthetic 5W 30...

Page 11: ...cially if the engine has oil in it Storage Warning It is important to take into account the dangerous materials and components such as diesel oil and the battery Store away from heat source flames and sparks e g heater using a pilot The pump should be stored in a cool dry place away from salty air at the exception if the pump has the marinization treatment If the pump is to be stored for over 30 d...

Page 12: ...onditions geostatic height of 4 10 1 5m temperature de 59 F 15 C water clear of sand and debris atmospheric pressure 3280 1000m from sea level None conformance to the instructions given in this handbook can reduce the performances given by the pump 0 250 500 750 1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 Flow LPM Head BAR Flow GPM Head PSI Flow GPM...

Page 13: ... have the latest version 7 Starting procedure 7 1 Place the pump on a flat and stable surface with an angle less than 15 Place your pump as close as possible to the water source WARNING NEVER run the engine in an enclosed area Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide an odorless and potentially deadly gas 7 2 Check the oil level 7 3 Check the fuel level and open the fuel valve ...

Page 14: ...ise the safety of your installation Warn the surrounding people before you start the pump It is important that you evaluate the trajectory of the hose to prevent incidents NOTE If you are pumping from a hydrant replace step 7 7 by open the valve or any other control mechanism of the hydrant to fill your pump Follow the rest of the procedure but skipping sections 7 9 to 7 13 We recommend you avoid ...

Page 15: ...rottle cable to its maximum speed CAUTION NEVER run the pump dry for more than one 1 minute it could damage the mechanical seal Always prime the pump as fast as possible 7 11 When water comes out of the venturi it should take approximately 15 to 30 seconds when priming from 10 x 2 1 2 suction hose open slowly the discharge valve 7 12 When water comes out of the pump close the priming valve 7 13 Op...

Page 16: ...to ensure you have the latest version 7 14 2 Control the opening of a valve or a nozzle at the end of the discharge hose By reducing the opening pressure will increase and flow will decrease WARNING NEVER run the pump at high speed with the discharge valve closed more than one 1 minute The water could heat up Upon opening the valve the operator could be burned ...

Page 17: ...ave water inside the casing of the pump and valves The water could freeze and damage them CAUTION After each use it is important to flush the inside of your pump with fresh water This will help prevent damages and wear to the pump components IF the pump has been used to pump salt water Drain the salt water completely Flush the pump with fresh water to prevent corrosion and salt crystals from formi...

Page 18: ...l test Functional test Connect suction hose of 2 5 diameter and a length of 10 Make sure to completely submerge the end of the suction hose at least 12 Connect a discharge hose of 1 5 diameter and not more than 30 The difference of height between the inlet of the pump and the surface of the water source should not be over 6 The pump test should be done at an altitude lower than 3280 1000m from sea...

Page 19: ...ct Dispose properly of the used oil and filters according to the local environmental regulations WARNING Never run the pump if the inlet strainer is not on or is damaged Maintenance Interval Daily First 8 hours Every 50 hours Every 100 hours Check oil level and add some if required Check for oil or fuel leakage Make sure the throttle control the discharge valve the drain valve and the priming valv...

Page 20: ...ir tight Make sure to have well understood and applied the priming protocol of the pump Check for any possible air leakage in the suction hose Check the mechanical seal for leakage Faulty engine Refer to the troubleshooting guide of the engine owner s manual The engine works but the priming system doesn t seems to be able to fill the pump part 1 2 The exhaust gas flow going through the venturi isn...

Page 21: ...deposits or dust is obstructing the priming system Carefully dismantle the priming system clean it up or replace the components if necessary The engine runs fine but the pump output is low The restrictions or energy losses added to the system reduces significantly the pump performance The difference of elevation between the end of the discharge hose and the pump is too high Reduce the elevation di...

Page 22: ...IRE PUMPS MFG incurs no liability under this warranty or otherwise for equipment which has been abused altered or improperly maintained or for equipment which has been returned for inspection or repair more than ten 10 days after defect complained of has been or should have been discovered by the Purchaser or Equipment which is operated after the defect has been discovered 3 C E T FIRE PUMPS MFG i...

Page 23: ... E T direct to ensure you have the latest version 13 Contact Us For repair or questions about warranties please contact your local C E T fire pumps dealer E mail service fire pump com Tel 1 450 568 2719 Fax 1 450 568 2613 C E T fire pumps MFG 75 Hector Street C P 90 Pierreville QC J0G 1J0 For more information on our products go to www fire pump com ...

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