Multiquip Trash Pump QP4TZ - Manual (Page 20)

PAGE 20 — QP4TZ TRASH PUMP — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (10/10/08)
OPERATION
DO NOT attempt to operate the pump
until the Safety, General Information and
Inspection sections of this manual have
been
read and thoroughly
understood .
This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial
start-up of the trash pump. It is extremely important that this
section be read carefully before attempting to use the pump in
the field.
CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
Starting the Engine - Recoil Start
1. Move the speed lever control to the START position
(Figure 8).
3. Pull the starter grip again, hard and fast, pulling it all the
way out to start engine.
4. If the engine does not start, repeat steps 2 and 3.
Figure 9. Starter Grip
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
Figure 8. Engine Speed Lever Control (START position)
CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTION
ALWAYS run engine at full speed while pumping.
2. Grasp the starter grip (Figure 9) and slowly pull it out until
you feel the strongest resistance then return the starter grip
to the initial position.
Engine Indicators
Engine Running (Happy Face) - indicates that the engine
and associated components are functioning correctly.
Battery Charge - indicates that the battery charging
system is not working correctly. If this LED remains on,
stop the engine and correct the problem.
Oil Pressure - indicates that the oil pressure is low. If this
LED remains on, stop the engine and correct the problem.
Water Temperature - indicates that the water temperature
is too high. If this LED remains on, stop the engine and
correct the problem.
Air Filter - indicates that the filter is dirty and is not
functioning correctly. If this LED remains on, stop the
engine and correct the problem.
Starting the Engine - Electric Start
1. Move the speed lever control to the START position
(Figure 10).
2. Turn the key in the ignition switch to position I and verify that
the BATTERY CHARGE indicator comes on (Figure 10).
3. Continue turning the ignition key to position II. Verify that the
BATTERY CHARGE indicator and the OIL PRESSURE
indicator goes off and the ENGINE RUNNING indicator comes
on immediately as soon as the engine starts.
3 Release the key as soon as the engine runs. The key should
spring back to position I and remain there during operation.
4. If the engine does not start, return the key to position I before
starting the engine again.
Figure 10. Engine Electric Start
0
I
II
O
I
II
0
I
II
STOP Engine Running
INDICATORS:
Battery Charge
Oil Pressure
Engine Temperature
Air Filter
½
SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
IGNITION SWITCH
START