4. INTRODUCTION
4.1 SCOPE
Ideal for building sites and agricultural applications where mains power is not available.
4.2 SPECIFICATION
The Draper Tools policy of continuous improvement determines the right to change
specification without notice.
Stock no. .............................................................................................................................. 87680
Part no. ...............................................................................................................................PWP27
Engine ................................................................................................... 2.5HP 4 stroke side valve
Suction aperture ..................................................................................................................25mm
Output aperture ..................................................................................................................25mm
Max. flow........................................................................................................................... 85L/min
Max head height ....................................................................................................................10M
Max suction head height .........................................................................................................6M
Application ................................................................................................................ Clean water
Weight ................................................................................................................................... 11kg
4.3 HANDLING & STORAGE
CAUTION:
Always use and store this water pump correctly, never use or store this pump on
it’s side as oil or fuel may leak and damage the pump or your property.
If the pump has been used always allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes before transporting
the pump and ensure that the pump has fully cooled before returning it to storage as a hot
engine and exhaust system could cause personal injury or ignite some materials.
To prevent fuel/oil spillage when transporting, the pump should be secured upright in it’s
normal operating position with the engine switch in the off position.
Take care not to drop or strike the pump when transporting. Never cover the pump when in
use.
Before storing the pump for a long period:-
1. Be sure that the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Drain the fuel, storage procedure below.
A. Unscrew the fuel tank cap, remove the filter screen and empty the fuel tank into an
approved petrol container using a commercially available hand siphon
(Draper Stock No.43650), re-install the filter screen and fuel tank cap.
B. Loosen the carburettor drain screw and drain the carburettor into a suitable container.
C. Remove the spark plug maintenance cover and remove the spark plug cap.
D. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
E. Pull the starter cord 3 or 4 times to empty the fuel pump of petrol, into a
suitable container.
F. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position and tighten the carburettor drain screw.
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