Generac Power Systems G0071260, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Owner’s Manual for Chemical Pump 15
Pump shuts
down during
operation. 1. No fuel.
2. Low oil sensor shuts down unit.
1. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes,
then fill fuel tank.
2. Make sure unit is on flat surface.
Check oil level and add more if
necessary.
Oil leakage
at muffler or
air cleaner. 1. Engine failure.
2. Engine overfilled with oil. 1. Repair or replace.
2. Correct oil level.
Chemical
leakage
between
engine and
pump. 1. Damaged mechanical seal.* 1. Replace mechanical seal.*
* Mechanical seal damage may be caused by normal wear, overheating, or pumping
incompatible fluids or running pump without liquid.
** Excessive impeller wear is primarily due to cavitation. Causes include restricted suction and
excessive suction lift.
*** Total suction head should not exceed 26 ft (8 m).
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION