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15 

6.  STARTING THE ENGINE   

1. Prime the pump (see page 

14

).   

 
2. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSED position. To 

restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position.   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
4. Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position about 1/3 of the way 

toward the FAST position.   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.   
 
 
 
 
 

FUEL VALVE LEVER 

ON 

CHOKE LEVER 

CLOSED 

SLOW 

THROTTLE LEVER 

IGNITION SWITCH 

ON 

Summary of Contents for AWP80

Page 1: ...ORMATION REGARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USE READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE 10 2014 0201100_A ...

Page 2: ...ithout written permission This manual should be considered a permanent part of the pump and should remain with the pump if it is resold The illustration may vary according to the type Keep this owner s manual handy so you can refer to it at any time This owner s manual is considered a permanent part of the water pump and should remain with the water pump if resold If a problem should arise or if y...

Page 3: ...S CONTROL LOCATIONS 5 3 CONTROLS 6 4 CHECK BEFORE OPERATION 8 5 OPERATION 12 6 STARTING THE ENGINE 15 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE 17 8 MAINTENANCE 18 9 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 25 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 11 SPECIFICATIONS 31 12 CONSUMER INFORMATION 32 ...

Page 4: ...u will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the pump Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t fol...

Page 5: ...a water beverages acids chemical solutions or any other liquid that promotes corrosion can damage the pump Refuel With Care Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Refuel outdoors in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped and the pump on a level surface Do not fill the fuel tank above the fuel strainer shoulder Never smoke near gasoline and keep other flames and spar...

Page 6: ...ATIONS THROTTLE LEVER CHOKE LEVER DISCHARGE PORT FUEL VALVE LEVER STARTER GRIP IGNITION SWITCH OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK FUEL FILLER CAP PRIMING WATER FILLER CAP FRAME AIR CLEANER MUFFLER SUCTION PORT PUMP DRAIN CAP OIL DRAIN PLUG ...

Page 7: ...ank and the carburetor The fuel valve lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run When the engine is not in use leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF position to prevent carburetor flooding and to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Ignition Switch The ignition switch controls the ignition system The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the engine to run Turning the ignitio...

Page 8: ...ntrols engine speed Moving the throttle lever in 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 the throttle lever toward the idle position will decrease the output volume of the pump Recoil Starter Grip Pulling the recoil starter grip operates t...

Page 9: ... garage or confined area To prevent fire hazards keep the pump at least 3 feet 1 meter away from building walls and other equipment during operation Do not place flammable objects close to the engine Before beginning your preoperation checks be sure the pump is on a level surface and the ignition switch is in the OFF position Check the General Condition of the Pump Look around and underneath the p...

Page 10: ...dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck Check the oil level shown on the dipstick 3 If the oil level is low fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil see page 21 4 Screw in the oil filler cap dipstick securely Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage Engine oil capacities SUWP25 0 35L SUWP50 SUWP80 0 6L SUWP100 1 1L AIR FILTER INSPECTION A di...

Page 11: ...lter will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor s Limited Warranty CHECK FUEL LEVEL With the engine stopped and on a level surface remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel level Refill the tank if the fuel level is low After refueling tighten the fuel tank cap securely Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be ...

Page 12: ...ng dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear a light spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized servicing dealer Running the engine with persistent spark knock or p...

Page 13: ...ng serious injury Pumping sea water beverages acids chemical solutions or any other liquid that promotes corrosion can damage the pump PUMP PLACEMENT For best pump performance place the pump near the water level and use hoses that are no longer than necessary That will enable the pump to produce the greatest output with the least self priming time As head pumping height increases pump output decre...

Page 14: ...the hoses are short Use a hose clamp to securely fasten the hose connector to the suction hose in order to prevent air leakage and loss of suction Verify that the hose connector sealing washer is in good condition Install the strainer provided with the pump on the other end of the suction hose and secure it with a hose clamp The strainer will help to prevent the pump from becoming clogged or damag...

Page 15: ...tput Tighten the hose clamp securely to prevent the discharge hose from disconnecting under pressure PRIMING THE PUMP Before starting the engine remove the filler cap from the pump chamber and completely fill the 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 an...

Page 16: ... the choke lever to the CLOSED position To restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in the OPEN position 4 Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position about 1 3 of the way toward the FAST position 5 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position FUEL VALVE LEVER ON CHOKE LEVER CLOSED SLOW THROTTLE LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ON ...

Page 17: ...the engine gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up 8 setting engine speed After starting the engine move the throttle lever to the FAST position for self priming and check pump output Pump output is controlled by adjusting engine speed Moving the throttle lever in the FAST direction will increase pump output and moving the throttle lever in the SLOW direction will decrease pu...

Page 18: ...tion 2 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position 3 Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position After use remove the pump drain plug see page 39 and drain the pump chamber Remove the filler cap and flush the pump chamber with clean fresh water Allow the water to drain from the pump chamber then reinstall the filler cap and drain plug 8 MAITENANCE IGNITION SWITCH OFF SLOW THROTTLE LEVEL OFF FUE...

Page 19: ... conditions such as sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions consult your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Remember that your servicing dealer knows your pump best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine parts or their equivale...

Page 20: ...ks and flames away from all fuel related parts MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Performed at every indicated month or operating hour interval whichever comes first ITEM Each use First month or 20 Hrs Every 3 months or 50 Hrs Every 6 months or 100 Hrs Every year or 300 Hrs Check level Engine oil Change Check Air cleaner Clean 1 Idle speed Check Adjust 2 Spark plug Check Clean Spark arrester Clean Combustion ch...

Page 21: ...not only a fire hazard it causes environmental damage Wipe up spills immediately Do not fill above the shoulder of the fuel strainer maximum fuel level Refuel in a well ventilated area before starting the engine If the engine has been running allow it to cool Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Do not fill the fuel tank above the fuel strainer shoulder After refueling tighten the fuel tank cap...

Page 22: ...eclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or down a drain 3 With the engine in a level position fill to the outer edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil Engine oil capacities WP25 0 35L WP50 WP80 WT80 HP50 CP50 WP100A 0 6L WP100B WP100C 1 1L Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage 4 Screw in the oil filler cap dipstick securely ENGINE OIL R...

Page 23: ...HEDULE see page 19 1 Clean the air filter in warm soapy water rinse and dry it thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and dry it thoroughly 2 Dip the air filter in clean engine oil and then squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in the foam 3 Wipe dirt from the air cleaner base and cover using a moist rag Be careful to prevent dirt from entering ...

Page 24: ...spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Over tightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head 7 Attach the spark plug cap SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE optional equipment Your engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrester In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester Check local la...

Page 25: ...fler 4 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged 5 Install the spark arrester muffler protector and muffler in the reverse order of disassembly using a new gasket SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN 5mm SCREWS MUFFLER PROTECTOR 4mm SCREW 8mm NUTS MUFF...

Page 26: ...d water that passes through the air filter or muffler can enter the cylinder causing damage Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage If the engine has been running allow it to cool for at least half an hour before washing 2 Wipe dry all accessible surfaces 3 Fill the pump chamber with clean fresh water start the engine outdoors and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to ...

Page 27: ...mance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation You can extend fuel storage life by adding a fuel stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor Adding a Fuel Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life When adding a fuel stabilizer fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline If only partially filled air in the...

Page 28: ...ee page 21 2 Remove the spark plug see page 22 3 Pour a tablespoon 5 10 cc of clean engine oil into the cylinder 4 Pull the starter grip several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder 5 Reinstall the spark plug and attach the spark plug cap 6 Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until resistance is felt This will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the engine cylinder Return the recoil s...

Page 29: ...nd exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the pump promoting rust and corrosion REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Check your pump as described in the CHECK BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual If the fuel was drained during storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline f...

Page 30: ...lve lever to ON position Choke open Move choke lever to CLOSED position unless engine is warm 1 Check control positions Ignition switch OFF Turn ignition switch to ON Out of fuel Refuel p 20 2 Check fuel Bad fuel pump stored without treating or draining gasoline or refuel with bad gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor p 26 Refuel with fresh gasoline p 20 Spark plug faulty fouled or improperly ga...

Page 31: ...d discharge head Excessive head Relocate pump and or hoses to reduce head p 12 31 4 Check engine Engine lacks power See page 29 Low Pump Output Possible Cause Correction Hose collapsed damaged too long or diameter too small Replace suction hose p 13 Air leak at connector Replace sealing washer if missing or damaged Tighten hose connector and clamp p 13 14 1 Check suction hose Strainer clogged Clea...

Page 32: ...100mm Dia of suction port Lift 82 ft 25m 92 ft 28m 115 ft 35m Delivery volum m h 30 m h 60 m h 96 Suction 16 4 5m 16 4 5m 16 4 5m Engine model AP168FB AP170F AP188F Displacement cc 196 208 389 Reted speed rpm 3600 3600 3600 Oil capactiy 0 16 gal 0 6L 0 95 gal 3 6L 0 95 gal 3 6L 1 72 gal 6 5L 0 16 gal 0 6L 0 29 gal 1 1L Gasoline capactiy Dimension 515X415X420 mm 20 3 X16 3 X16 5 515X415X420 mm 20 3...

Page 33: ...increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 5 000 feet 1 500meters with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For u...

Page 34: ...enated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates mentioned above are not covered under warranty Emission Control System Information Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected...

Page 35: ...rt will not adversely affect emission performance The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule on page 27 Remember that this schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high t...

Page 36: ...ONSUMER INFORMATION Publications These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your pump You may order them from your pump dealer Parts Catalog This manual provides complete illustrated parts lists Customer Service Information Servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer any question you may have If you encounter a p...

Page 37: ... Model Color Claim Number Registration Number Circle one Consumer Dealer Service Did you send in your Warranty Card If not proof of purchase is required Yes No Have you ever had a warranty issue with the same unit before Yes No Name Phone Address City State Zip code Date of purchase Where A iPOWER WARRANTY CLAIM FORM ...

Page 38: ...Phone 626 888 3598 support a ipower com www a ipower com 1477 E Cedar Street B Ontario CA 91761 U S A ...

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