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Owner’s Manual for Water Pump

15

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine will 
not start, or 
starts and 
runs rough.

1. Dirty air filter
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
4. Spark plug wire not connected to 

plug.

5. Bad spark plug.
6. Water in fuel.
7. Excessively rich fuel mixture.
8. Impeller obstructed.

1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Replace with fresh fuel.
4. Connect wire to spark plug.
5. Replace spark plug.
6. Drain fuel tank; replace with fresh 

fuel.

7. Contact authorized servicing dealer.
8. Clean impeller.

Pump not 
operating.

1. Air leak in suction hose.
2. Suction and/or discharge hoses 

blocked.

3. End of suction hose not submerged.
4. Total head exceeds pump capacity.

1. Check suction hose and 

connections for leaks. Tighten or 
repair.

2. Check hoses and strainer. Clear 

obstructions.

3. Increase suction hose length or 

move pump closer to water.

4. Reduce total head or choose a 

different pump for the task.

Weak 
discharge 
flow.

1. Air leakage (intake) at suction side 
2. Reduced engine power output.
3. Damaged mechanical seal.
4. Suction lift too high.
5. Suction hose too long, or hose 

diameter too small.

6. Leaking discharge hose or 

connection.

7. Damaged mechanical seal.*
8. Impeller obstructed.
9. Worn impeller.**

1. Check suction hose and 

connections for leaks. Tighten or 
repair.

2. Contact authorized servicing dealer.
3. Replace mechanical seal.
4. Lower suction lift.
5. Shorten suction hose, or increase 

hose diameter.

6. Check discharge hose and 

connection for leaks. Tighten or 
repair.

7. Replace mechanical seal.
8. Clean impeller.
9. Replace impeller.

Pump does 
not prime 
water, or 
priming takes 
a long time.

1. Air leakage (intake) at suction side.
2. Insufficient priming water inside 

pump casing.

3. Water drain plug is loose.
4. Engine malfunction.
5. Damaged mechanical seal.
6. Incorrectly sized suction hose.
7. Suction hose is too long.
8. Excessive suction lift. ***

1. Check suction hose and 

connections for leaks. Tighten or 
repair.

2. Add priming water.
3. Tighten water drain plug.
4. Contact authorized servicing dealer.
5. Replace mechanical seal.
6. Use correct suction hose.
7. Move pump closer to water.

Oil leakage 
at muffler or 
air cleaner.

Engine failure.

Repair or replace.

Water 
leakage 
between 
engine and 
pump.

Damaged mechanical seal.

Replace mechanical seal.

* Mechanical seal damage may be caused by normal wear, overheating, or pumping 

incompatible fluids. 

** Excessive impeller wear is primarily due to cavitation. Causes include restricted suction and 

excessive suction lift.

*** Total suction head should not exceed 23 ft (7.01 m). 

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Страница 1: ...r Pumps Owner s Manual MODEL ________________________ SERIAL ________________________ DATE PURCHASED ______________ Register your Powermate product at WWW POWERMATE COM 800 445 1805 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 000789 ...

Страница 2: ...t Down 9 After Each Use 10 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Recommendations 11 Maintenance Schedule 11 Preventive Maintenance 11 Engine Maintenance 11 Engine Oil Recommendations 11 Inspect Engine Oil Level 12 Change Engine Oil 12 Service Air Cleaner 13 Clean Sediment Cup 13 Service Spark Plug 13 Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrestor 13 Check Adjust Valve Clearance 14 Storage 14 P...

Страница 3: ...ed to the equipment are therefore not all inclusive If using a procedure work method or operating technique that the manufacturer does not specifically recommend verify that it is safe for others Also make sure the procedure work method or operating technique utilized does not render the equipment unsafe Throughout this publication and on tags and decals affixed to the water pump DANGER WARNING CA...

Страница 4: ... could ignite combustibles resulting in fire Fire could result in death or serious injury 000107 WARNING Hearing Loss Hearing protection is recommended when using this machine Failure to wear hearing protection could result in permanent hearing loss 000108 WARNING Hot Surfaces When operating machine do not touch hot surfaces Keep machine away from combustibles during use Hot surfaces could result ...

Страница 5: ...ar from the discharge of the pump Make sure all connections are tight Secure the pump Loads from the hoses may cause it to tip over Secure the discharge hose to avoid whipping When Operating Equipment NEVER place discharge hose near a power source Do not allow children near the pump while it is operating DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill DO NOT pump chemicals or fl...

Страница 6: ...ping the following Seawater Drinking water Kerosene Fuel oil or solvents Chemicals 000791 A B C D J K E F H G I L R Q N M O P A Water Drain Plug B Pump Housing C Suction Port D Discharge Port E Water Priming Plug F Fuel Cap G Muffler H Air Cleaner Inside Cover I Spark Plug J Oil Drain Plug K Oil Fill Cap Dipstick L Throttle M Engine Start Switch N Recoil Starter Handle O Sediment Cup P Carburetor ...

Страница 7: ...s control devices and systems may be performed by small engine repair establishment or individual To be covered by warranty all emissions control service work must be performed by a factory Authorized Dealer See emissions warranty for further details Remove Contents from Carton 1 Open carton completely by cutting each corner from top to bottom 2 Remove and verify carton contents prior to assembly ...

Страница 8: ...ed area 3 Clean area around fuel cap and remove cap slowly Figure 2 5 Add Recommended Fuel 4 Slowly add recommended fuel Do not overfill 5 Install fuel cap IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation ...

Страница 9: ...ose nuts will damage or crack the threads 4 Connect the discharge hose using the same procedure 5 See Figure 2 7 Attach the strainer E to the end of the suction hose Figure 2 7 Attaching the Strainer Priming the Pump IMPORTANT NOTE Failure to prime the pump will cause pump damage and void the warranty See Figure 2 8 Remove water priming plug A and fill the pump with water Replace water priming plu...

Страница 10: ...r Verify that the hose opening is unobstructed Pump Output See Figure 3 1 Pump output will be affected by the type length and size of the suction and discharge hoses Suction head is the distance A from the water intake to the suction port The pumping height total head is the distance B from the water intake to the point of discharge As total head increases the pump output decreases The discharge c...

Страница 11: ...ater Hammer Water hammer occurs when the discharge flow is suddenly blocked or stopped Pressurized water trapped inside the pump can crack the pump housing To prevent water hammer Do not close the discharge valve while the pump is operating Do not allow vehicles to drive over the discharge hose Do not abruptly compress the discharge hose Water Pump Shut Down 1 Move throttle lever from fast to slow...

Страница 12: ... Draining Pump Housing NOTE DO NOT allow water to remain in pump after use Trapped water can freeze and crack the pump housing Follow these procedures after every use 1 Drain pump housing 2 Disconnect hoses 3 Wipe pump with a clean dry cloth to remove excess water and dirt 4 Store equipment in a clean dry area NOTE If storing for more than 30 days see Storage 000824 B A ...

Страница 13: ...aces 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 R...

Страница 14: ... is still warm from running as follows 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug 2 Place a suitable collection container beneath the engine 3 See Figure 4 4 Remove oil fill cap A Figure 4 4 Changing Engine Oil 4 Remove the oil drain plug B and discard the washer C Drain oil completely 5 Place a new washer on the oil drain plug Instal...

Страница 15: ... filter assembly on post 9 Install air cleaner cover Tighten wing nut securely Clean Sediment Cup Over time the fuel tank may become fouled with dirt and water The sediment cup collects these materials and prevents them from entering the carburetor To clean sediment cup 1 Turn fuel valve OFF 2 See Figure 4 6 Unscrew sediment cup A and remove it Figure 4 6 Clean Sediment Cup 3 Remove O ring B 4 Was...

Страница 16: ...ughout fuel system Adequately prepared fuel can be stored up to 24 months NOTE If fuel has not been treated with fuel stabilizer it must be drained into an approved container Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel Use of fuel stabilizer in fuel storage container is recommended to keep fuel fresh 1 Change engine oil 2 Remove spark plug 3 Pour a tablespoon 5 10cc of clean engine oil or spray a ...

Страница 17: ...maged mechanical seal 8 Impeller obstructed 9 Worn impeller 1 Check suction hose and connections for leaks Tighten or repair 2 Contact authorized servicing dealer 3 Replace mechanical seal 4 Lower suction lift 5 Shorten suction hose or increase hose diameter 6 Check discharge hose and connection for leaks Tighten or repair 7 Replace mechanical seal 8 Clean impeller 9 Replace impeller Pump does not...

Страница 18: ...use weak or non existent discharge flow To check for air leaks 1 Disconnect the suction hose 2 Prime the pump with water and start the engine 3 See Figure 4 10 Hold a sheet of cardboard against the suction port and wait 30 seconds Figure 4 10 Testing for Suction NOTE If you feel suction against the cardboard the pump is operating correctly but there is a problem with the suction hose or the suctio...

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