Powermate PP0100363, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s Manual for Water Pump 11
Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance Recommendations
Regular maintenance will improve
performance and extend water pump life. See
an Authorized Dealer for service.
Water pump warranty does not cover items
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full warranty value, operator must
maintain water pump as instructed in this
manual, including proper storage as detailed
in Storage .
NOTE : Call 1-800-445-1805 with questions
about component replacement.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow maintenance schedule intervals,
whichever occurs first according to use.
NOTE: Adverse conditions will require more
frequent service.
NOTE: All required service and adjustments
should be each season as detailed in the
following chart.
Preventive Maintenance
Dirt or debris can cause improper operation
and equipment damage. Clean water pump
daily or before each use. Keep area around
and behind muffler free from combustible
debris.
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces
clean.
• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on
dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum to pick up loose dirt and
debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi [172
kPa]) may be used to blow away dirt.
Engine Maintenance
Engine Oil Recommendations
Only high-quality detergent oils classified for
service SJ or higher are recommended. DO
NOT use special additives.
5. Climate determines proper engine oil
viscosity. Refer to Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1. Recommended Oil
Before Each Use
Check engine oil level
Check air cleaner
Check and retighten fasteners
After Each Use
Drain water from pump
Every 3 Months or 50 Hours
Service air cleaner*
Change oil
ǂ
Every 6 Months or 100 Hours
Service air cleaner*
Clean sediment cup
Check and adjust spark plug
Clean spark arrestor (if equipped)
Every Year or 300 Hours
Replace air filter elements*
Check and adjust valve clearance
Replace spark plug
Clean fuel tank
ǂ Change oil every 8 hours during first 20
hours of operation, and every 50 hours
thereafter.
* Service more often in dusty or dirty conditions.
(000141)
WARNING
Accidental start-up. Disconnect spark plug wires when
working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death or
serious injury.
000912
30 50 70 90
SAE 30
10W-30
5W-30