Champion Power Equipment C40940, Manual

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Operation
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Operation
Water pump Location
Place the water pump in a well-ventilated
area. DO NOT place the water pump near
vents or intakes where exhaust fumes could
be drawn into occupied or confined spaces.
Carefully consider wind and air currents
when positioning water pump.
This water pump must have at least five feet
of clearance from combustible material.
Leave at least three feet of clearance on all
sides of the water pump to allow for
adequate cooling, maintenance and
servicing.
Place the pump on a level surface free from
any obstructions or potential hazards. The
pump should be placed close to the water
level to ensure maximum pump
performance.
Pump output will be affected by the type,
length, and size of the suction and discharge
hoses. The pumping height, also known as
the total head, is the distance from the water
level to the point of discharge. As this
distance increases, pump output decreases.
The discharge capacity is greater than the
suction capacity. Therefore, it is important
that the suction head is less than the
discharge head.
The time required to draw water from the
source to the pump (self-priming time) can
be decreased by minimizing the suction
head.
Connecting a Hose Kit
Connect an intake filter to one side of the
suction hose. Connect a suction hose to the
intake port of your pump (lower port).
NOTE
Both the intake and discharge ports are 4 in.
NPT. Please insure the connectors to the suction
and discharge hose are 4 in. NPT threaded.
Attach the discharge hose to the discharge
port (upper port).
Remove the cap from the pump chamber
and completely fill the chamber with clean
water. Tighten the cap.
WARNING
DO NOT run the pump dry.
Running the pump dry can destroy the pump seal
and will void the warranty.
If the pump was running while dry, stop the
engine and allow it to cool thoroughly before
filling the chamber with water.
Starting the Engine
1. Make certain the water pump is on a
flat, level surface.
2. Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position.
3. Move the choke lever left to the “Choke”
position.