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CONTENTS

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PUMP SAFETY

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CONTROLS

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BEFORE OPERATION

. 11

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OPERATION

. 14

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SERVICING YOUR PUMP

. 25

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

. 5

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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

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COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS

. 8

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CONTROLS

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Ignition Switch

. 9

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Choke Lever

. 9

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Throttle Lever

. 10

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Recoil Starter Grip

. 10

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ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

. 11

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IS YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?

. 12

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Check the General Condition of the Pump

. 12

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Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses

. 13

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Check the Engine

. 13

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SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

. 14

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PUMP PLACEMENT

. 15

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SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION

. 16

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DISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATION

. 17

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OPTIONAL GARDEN HOSE INSTALLATION (discharge only)

. 17

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PRIMING THE PUMP

. 19

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STARTING THE ENGINE

. 19

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SETTING ENGINE SPEED

. 23

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STOPPING THE ENGINE

. 24

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE

. 25

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

. 27

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REFUELING

. 28

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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS

. 29

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK

. 30

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ENGINE OIL CHANGE

. 32

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ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

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Summary of Contents for WX10

Page 2: ...ct at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation...

Page 3: ...ion is intended to help you avoid damage to your water pump other property or the environment We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of owne...

Page 4: ...all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a water pump You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including on the pump precede...

Page 5: ...of the Pump 12 Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses 13 Check the Engine 13 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 14 PUMP PLACEMENT 15 SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION 16 DISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATION 17 OPTIONAL GARDEN...

Page 6: ...TUBE INSPECTION 42 SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE 43 STORAGE PREPARATION 45 Cleaning 45 Fuel 46 Engine Oil 49 STORAGE PRECAUTIONS 49 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE 50 ENGINE 52 Engine Will Not Start 52 Engine Lacks Pow...

Page 7: ...he area of operation Pump only water that is not intended for human consumption Pumping flammable liquids such as gasoline or fuel oils can result in a fire or explosion causing serious injury Pumping...

Page 8: ...e engine cool before transporting the pump or storing it indoors To prevent fire hazards keep the pump at least 3 feet 1 meter away from building walls and other equipment during operation Do not plac...

Page 9: ...contain important safety information Please read them carefully These labels are considered permanent parts of your pump If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact an authorized Honda servic...

Page 10: ...HARGE PORT CARRYING HANDLE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER STARTER GRIP AIR CLEANER PRIMING BULB RECOIL STARTER PUMP DRAIN PLUG IGNITION SWITCH TOP COVER inside the top cover inside the top cover ENGINE OIL FILLER...

Page 11: ...st be in the ON position for the engine to run Turning the ignition switch to the OFF position stops the engine The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after starting and for...

Page 12: ...the directions shown makes the engine run faster or slower Pump output is controlled by adjusting the throttle lever At maximum throttle position the pump will deliver the highest output volume Moving...

Page 13: ...k of injury Read and understand this manual Know what the controls do and how to operate them Familiarize yourself with the pump and its operation before you begin pumping Know what to do in case of e...

Page 14: ...eration and correct any problem Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Avoid inhalation of exhaust gas Never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area To prevent fire hazards keep the...

Page 15: ...Check that the hose connectors and clamps are securely installed see pages and Check that the strainer is in good condition and is installed on the suction hose see page Check the engine oil level see...

Page 16: ...fety avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage Your engine s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause il...

Page 17: ...o it is important for suction head to be the shorter part of total head Minimizing suction head placing the pump near the water level is also very important for reducing self priming time Self priming...

Page 18: ...erformance is best when the pump is near the water level and the hoses are short Never use a suction hose with an inside diameter less than 25 mm 1 inch Use a hose clamp to securely fasten the hose co...

Page 19: ...crease fluid friction and reduce pump output If the discharge hose is equipped with a shutoff valve or nozzle do not shut off the discharge water for a long period of time as that could cause the pump...

Page 20: ...t off valve or nozzle do not shut off the discharge water for a long period of time as that could cause the pump to overheat Do not install the adapter on the pump suction port Garden hose is not suit...

Page 21: ...he pump chamber with water Reinstall the filler cap and tighten it securely Operating the pump dry will destroy the pump seal If the pump has been operated dry stop the engine immediately and allow th...

Page 22: ...BE clear plastic tube I ID DL LE E Press the priming bulb repeatedly until fuel can be seen in the clear plastic fuel return tube Move the throttle lever away from the IDLE position but no farther tha...

Page 23: ...he ON position Hold the carrying handle securely and pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below Do not allow the recoil star...

Page 24: ...22 OPERATION CHOKE LEVER OPEN If the choke lever was moved to the CLOSED position to start the engine gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up 6 07 01 11 16 40 40 31YE9603_023...

Page 25: ...hrottle lever to the HIGH position for self priming and check pump output Pump output is controlled by adjusting engine speed Moving the throttle lever in the HIGH direction will increase pump output...

Page 26: ...s use the following procedure After use remove the pump drain plug see page and drain the pump chamber Remove the filler cap and flush the pump chamber with clean fresh water Allow the water to drain...

Page 27: ...include a maintenance schedule routine inspection procedures and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best hand...

Page 28: ...lled Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner s manual Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Operate ou...

Page 29: ...ean Check Check Check Check Check Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 After every 300 hrs 2 Every 2 years Replace if necessary 2 1 Refer to page 30 32 35 36 37 40 43 41 41 2 2 2 2 2 Engine cooling fi...

Page 30: ...e engine stopped If the engine has been running allow it to cool first Never refuel the engine inside a building where gasoline fumes can reach flames or sparks Wipe up spills immediately Handle fuel...

Page 31: ...Distributor s Limited Warranty This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mi...

Page 32: ...he engine is in a level position as shown while adding oil Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck Check the oil level shown on the dipstick Remove the oil filler cap d...

Page 33: ...nstall the oil filler cap dipstick securely Running the engine with a low or excessive oil level can cause engine damage This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor s Limited Warranty 4 07 0...

Page 34: ...to catch the used oil Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service...

Page 35: ...n refilling with fresh oil start with less than 2 7 US oz 80 cc Slowly add enough oil to fill to the edge of the oil filler hole as shown below Reinstall the oil filler cap dipstick securely If any oi...

Page 36: ...or general use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range Use 4 stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements fo...

Page 37: ...the latch tab on the top of the air cleaner cover and remove the cover Check the air filter to be sure it is clean and in good condition Reinstall the air filter and air cleaner cover Operating the e...

Page 38: ...E see page Clean the air filter in warm soapy water rinse and allow to dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry Dip the air filter in clean engine oil then squeeze out all exce...

Page 39: ...ark plugs can cause engine damage Remove the top cover Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt with a hexagon wrench then remove the top cover You may be injured from rotating parts or burned by the muffler Do not o...

Page 40: ...with a 5 8 inch spark plug wrench Inspect the spark plug Replace it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm Measure the spark plug electrode ga...

Page 41: ...he spark plug seats If installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening the spark plug can damage the thread...

Page 42: ...hex bolt with a hexagon wrench then remove the top cover see page Inspect the engine cooling fins and clean out debris if they are clogged Install the top cover and tighten the 5 mm hex bolt securely...

Page 43: ...approved gasoline container by tipping the engine toward the fuel filler neck Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Keep heat sparks and...

Page 44: ...ructions or take the pump to a Honda pump servicing dealer Check the fuel supply and return tubes and replace any tube that is damaged cracked or leaking Insert the fuel filter into the fuel tank and...

Page 45: ...ing as designed If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Allow the muffler to cool before servicing the spark arrester Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt with a hexagon wrench then remove the...

Page 46: ...free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of disassembly When you attach the spark arrester spark arrester s outlet must be...

Page 47: ...st Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force water into the air cleaner or muffler opening Water in the air cleaner will soak the air filter and water that passes through the air fil...

Page 48: ...he length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend your storage temperatures and whether the...

Page 49: ...soline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer s instructions After adding a fuel stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to...

Page 50: ...away Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Tip the engine toward the fuel filler neck again to drain the fuel Press the priming bulb sev...

Page 51: ...e fuel tank and carburetor it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition Select a well ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame such as a furnace wa...

Page 52: ...ration fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time causing hard starti...

Page 53: ...cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the pump on the transport vehicle A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials Keep the pump level when transporting to reduc...

Page 54: ...ealer or refer to shop manual Check air filter Check fuel Take engine to an authorized Honda servicing dealer or refer to shop manual Air filter element clogged Bad fuel pump stored without treating o...

Page 55: ...arginal head Engine lacks power Check throttle lever Check suction hose Check discharge hose Measure suction and discharge head Check engine Move lever to HIGH position p 23 Replace suction hose p 16...

Page 56: ...PUMP SERIAL NUMBER Engine serial number Pump serial number Date of purchased Record the pump serial number and the engine serial number in the space below You will need these serial numbers when order...

Page 57: ...is car buretor modification This engine when operated at high altitude with the carburetor modifications for high altitude use will meet each emission standard throughout its useful life Even with car...

Page 58: ...s Additionally Honda fuel systems utilize components and control technologies to reduce evaporative emissions Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed adjusting mechanism to cause the engin...

Page 59: ...anufactured to the same standards as the original parts so you can be confident of their performance The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effecti...

Page 60: ...less pollution An Air Index Information hang tag label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board M...

Page 61: ...air Transistor magneto 0 124 US gal 0 47 Spark plug gap Idle speed Valve clearance cold Other speciffications 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm 3 100 200 rpm 0 11 0 02 mm 0 08 0 02 mm No other adjustments...

Page 62: ...ll give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your pump You may order them from your Honda pump dealer This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended...

Page 63: ...issatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write to Or telephone 770 497 6400 American Honda Motor Co Inc Pow...

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Page 67: ...se page 34 Check engine oil level Check air filter Check all bolts and nuts Change engine oil Refer to the maintenance schedule on page 27 Type Type Type Gap Idle speed Before each use First 10 hours...

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