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ADDING ENGINE OIL
1.
Place the pump on a firm, level surface.
2.
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Clean the area
around the oil fill cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
3.
Insert the dipstick in oil filler neck. Do not thread
into filler neck. Remove the dipstick, and check
the oil level.
4.
If oil is needed, carefully add oil to the bottom of
the oil filler neck, below the threads. While filling,
stop to check oil level. DO NOT overfill.
5.
Insert oil fill cap/dipstick and secure tightly.
6.
Check engine oil level before each use of the pump.
CLEANING THE PUMP
After running the pump in water containing dirt or debris, clean out the inside of pump housing.
1.
Remove drain plug from pump housing. Drain any water left in the pump.
2.
Remove the pump cover.
3.
Clean out dirt and debris. Inspect impeller and volute for wear.
WARNING
Impeller may develop sharp edges. Use caution when cleaning around impeller to
avoid serious injury.
STORING THE PUMP
If the pump is to be stored for more than 4 weeks (30 days), please take the following actions in preparing the unit
for storage.
WARNING
Never open priming plug, discharge plug or cover when pump is hot, doing so may
result in severe burns.
NOTICE
Always drain the pump casing if the ambient air temperature is expected to drop below 32°F
(0°C).
1.
After pump has cooled, remove drain plug from pump casing and drain out any remaining water.
2.
Remove pump cover and clean inside of pump housing. Coat inside of pump with a light film of oil to reduce
corrosion.
3.
Tape up suction and discharge ports to prevent anything from falling into pump.
4.
Change engine oil.
5.
Cover pump and engine. Store in a clean, dry area.
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