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F03636   Issue No.  16122008                                                                           Page 7/10 

 

Be careful starting and/or using the throttle on loose gravel surfaces. Loose gravels may be 
sucked into the flywheel cooling fins causing damage to the unit. 
 
Carefully identify potential hazards around the intended area of use before you commence 
using the pump. 
 
The patented impeller design will pass some vegetable matter but not long fibrous weeds or 
sticks of wood. This impeller is self-cleaning and will in most circumstances clear blockages 
by the backflush of water already in the discharge hose. For this to occur the engine must be 
running at idle speed with some head of water in the hose. 
 
If the impeller becomes entangled and jammed, the pump volute may be removed by 
undoing the 5 cross recess head screws attaching it to the aluminium manifold and pulling it 
away. Take care not to distort, cut or compress the moulded seal between the manifold and 
the volute during removal and reassembly. Clean out all debris and ensure the impeller 
rotates freely before reassembly. If the impeller remains locked after all debris has been 
cleared, do not attempt to dismantle the pump any further. Return the pump to Flextool 
(Aust.) Pty. Ltd. 
 
 
 
 
 
Keep the unit clean. 
 
Check the oil level in the engine crankcase daily, it should reach the edge of the oil filler 
neck. The engine oil capacity is only 100 ml and running the engine with a low oil level will 
cause serious engine damage. 
 
The pump head must be handled with care, and be properly maintained in order to avoid 
unnecessary breakdowns. Check regularly for signs of wear and rectify any faults 
immediately. 
 
The exterior of the flexible drive shaft is subject to abrasion and wear. If the pump is 
operated unchecked, water may eventually enter the pump head or the flexshaft. Naturally, 
the cost of repairing a pump which has been allowed to deteriorate will be greater. Regular 
inspection of the pump head and the flexible shaft will avoid these problems. 
 
Check the flexible shaft for kinks and external damage by laying it out straight on a 
workbench or the floor. Although it still operates, a badly kinked flexible shaft may result in a 
failure of inner core. 
 
Check the outer casing rubber cover for damage where it enters the ferrule at the pump 
head. Damage can be caused by excessive bending of the flexible drive shaft near the pump 
head or coupling. 
 
 
 
 
 
Replace the oil in the motor crankcase with Honda 10W/30 oil after the first month or 10 
hours use, then replace once every 6 months or after 50 hours use. Check and replace oil 
more frequently when using the engine in harsh conditions. 
 

CARE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

SERVICE 

Summary of Contents for F03600

Page 1: ...enance personnel must read and understand these instructions before operating changing accessories or performing maintenance on this power equipment All possible situations cannot be covered in these...

Page 2: ...this manual This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the PortaPump All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Flextool reser...

Page 3: ...ng water only and is not suitable for pumping chemicals or flammable substances It is not intended for continuous running at full volume for long periods The unit is supplied with the pump and shaft d...

Page 4: ...e of this machine Do not operate this machine in an impaired mental state You must be able to exercise good judgement and reactions to maintain a safe working environment MECHANICAL HAZARDS ENSURE tha...

Page 5: ...fuel In order to reduce risk of fuel spillage and fire firmly tighten fuel cap by hand To reduce the risk of serious injury from burns never attempt to refuel the unit until it has been stopped and c...

Page 6: ...tion To restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in the OPEN position Press the priming pump several times until a flow in the fuel return tube is visually noticed Pull the starter grip lightly unt...

Page 7: ...oil level in the engine crankcase daily it should reach the edge of the oil filler neck The engine oil capacity is only 100 ml and running the engine with a low oil level will cause serious engine dam...

Page 8: ...gainst defects in material or workmanship provided that The product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the operating instructions Has not been damaged by accident misuse or abuse Has...

Page 9: ...ngine Model HONDA GX35 Engine Type OHV 4 stroke single cylinder forced air cooling Max Output 1 2 kw Max Torque 1 9 N m Engine Oil Capacity 100 ml Fuel Tank Volume 0 65 litre Fuel Consumption 360 g kW...

Page 10: ...Tel 02 9601 1422 Fax 02 9824 3077 Brisbane 14 Manton St Morningside QLD 4170 Tel 07 3902 2350 Fax 07 3399 4822 Adelaide 68 Daws Road Edwardstown SA 5039 Tel 08 8374 4300 Fax 08 8374 4194 Perth 47 Bel...

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