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WARNING!

CAUTION!

Most accidents can be prevented by following the instructions in this manual.  However, the manufacturer 
cannot anticipate every possible hazardous circumstance that the user may encounter.  Therefore, the Warnings 
in this manual, on tags, and on affixed decals are not all-inclusive.  To avoid accidents, the user must understand 
and following all manual instructions and use common sense.

Safety Symbols

Read and understand this manual in its entirety before operating this water pump.  

WARNING!

Safety Instructions

SAFETY RULES

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Do not use pump to pump water to be consumed by humans or animals.

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Do not pump flammable liquids such as gasoline or engine oil which could cause an explosion or flames.

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Do not pump sea water, chemical solutions, or any other fluids that could corrode or damage the pump.

WARNING!

Only use this pump to pump water not intended for consumption

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Do not bypass any safety device.  Moving parts are covered with guards.  Make sure all protective covers are in place.

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Inspect hoses and connections making sure they are secure before starting engine.

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Use only recommended accessories to avoid damage to this unit.

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Never transport or make adjustments to this unit while it is running.

WARNING!

Only use this unit as it is intended or serious injury or death could result.

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Improper use of this water pump could result in serious injury or death.

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Know how to stop this pump quickly in case of an emergency.  

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Never leave the pump running while unattended to for any reason.  

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Keep children and pets away from the pump when it is running.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in damage to equipment or property. 

Summary of Contents for FPX20E

Page 1: ...Water Pump Model FPX20E FPX30E www fordpower cc OPERATOR S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...ing 8 Suction Hose Installation 8 Discharge Hose Installation 9 Adding Oil and Fuel 9 Operation 10 Pre Operation Check List 10 Priming the Water Pump 10 How to Start Water Pump 12 How to Stop Water Pu...

Page 3: ...m h 28 58 Noise Level 76 dB A Fuel Capacity 3 6L 0 95 gal Pump Type Centrifugal Self Priming Net Weight Kg 24 5 25 4 Certi cations Product Applications This water pump has many applications and is de...

Page 4: ...ne or engine oil which could cause an explosion or ames Do not pump sea water chemical solutions or any other uids that could corrode or damage the pump WARNING Only use this pump to pump water not in...

Page 5: ...source Keep engine free of grass leaves or grease which are ammable When adding or draining fuel unit should be turned off for at least 2 minutes to cool before removing fuel cap If unit has been runn...

Page 6: ...6 SAFETY RULES Safety Label Locations...

Page 7: ...X30E FUEL FILL CAP DISCHARGE PORT OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK ENGINE ON OFF SWITCH RECOIL STARTER GRIP FUEL VALVE LEVER AIR CLEANER OIL DRAIN PLUG PRIMING WATER FILLER CAP MUFFLER FRAME PUMP DRAIN CAP SUC...

Page 8: ...Suction Hose Installation See Fig 1 Select a commercially available hose not included that is larger than the pump s suction port Minimum hose size FPX20E 2in 50 mm FPX30E 3in 80 mm To maximize the pu...

Page 9: ...l must be added to unit prior to rst use Running the engine without enough oil can cause engine damage CAUTION Adding Checking Engine Oil See Fig 3 To check oil set water pump on a level surface wipe...

Page 10: ...om this unit from entering a con ned area through windows doors vents or other openings When working in areas where vapors could be inhaled use a respirator mask according to all of its instructions W...

Page 11: ...pacity is greater than the Suction Head capacity Therefore the Suction Head should always be shorter than the Discharge Head If the discharge hose must be placed across a path or road the hose should...

Page 12: ...le starter cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly Let engine run for several seconds and then gradually slide the choke lever to the RUN position as the engine warms up until the choke...

Page 13: ...Water Pump See Fig 9 For an emergency stop Turn the OFF ON switch to the OFF position For normal conditions Slide the throttle lever to the SLOW position Turn the OFF ON switch to the OFF position Tu...

Page 14: ...nge Oil After Each Use Clean Debris Check Engine Oil Level CheckAir Cleaner Annually 20 hr Use Change Engine Oil Service more often under dirty or dusty conditions Annually 50 hr Use Check and Clean A...

Page 15: ...ground to catch oil Remove oil plug and completly empty out the oil from the crankcase Once oil is completely drained replace oil plug and re ll with new oil as instructed earlier in this manual unde...

Page 16: ...y pull the air cleaner out by lifting up along the edges Remove dirt from lter by tapping on it or having it blown out Wipe air cleaner base and cover with a damp rag Be careful that dirt does not ent...

Page 17: ...ean carbon deposits off the electrode with a wire brush Check the electrode gap with a suitable gauge and slowly adjust to 0 7 0 8 mm if necessary Reinstall spark plug and tighten to Torque 22 0 26 9...

Page 18: ...to cool to avoid damage to engine Hand wash pump and engine Keep water from areas dif cult to dry from controls and from muf er or air cleaner openings Avoid using a garden hose or pressure washer as...

Page 19: ...e carburetor drain bolt and sediment cup Slide the Fuel Valve lever to the ON position Once all the fuel has drained reinstall drain bolt and sediment cup Tighten securely Drain Fuel Tank and Carburet...

Page 20: ...he engine cylinder STORAGE FIG 17 Storage Location If pump is stored with gasoline store pump in a well ventilated area away from anything that operates with an open ame or generates sparks To prevent...

Page 21: ...with throttle lever in the fastest setting Spark plug incorrectly gapped Correct spark plug gap Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Spark plug wire has shorted Contact service center Check Engine Oil En...

Page 22: ...rge Head Head distance is excessive Relocate pump and or hoses to shorten head Check Engine Engine Lacks Power See pg 21 Low Pump Output TROUBLESHOOTING Check Pump Chamber Pump was not primed Prime pu...

Page 23: ...ot recommended as it can damage the fuel system affect performance and make it dif cult to start the engine Damage to fuel system caused by the use of oxygenated fuels is not covered under the warrant...

Page 24: ...comprehensive coverage on all water pump components and labor Personal use means personal residential household use or recreational use by the retail consumer Commercial use means all other uses incl...

Page 25: ...rranty coverage this product must be purchased from an authorized Ford Power Equipment dealer and the warranty only extends to the original purchaser in the United States Canada or Mexico Refurbished...

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