QP-3TH Pump
Starting Instructions
The following instructions are intended to assist the user
2. Move the throttle lever (Figure 2) away from the slow
in starting the QP-3TH Pump. Please read the entire
instructions before starting.
position, about 1/3 of the way toward the fast position.
Before Starting
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Place pump as near to water as possible, on a firm flat, level
surface.
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To prime pump, remove fill cap and fill pump casing with
water.Ifthepumpcasingisnotfilledwithwaterbeforestarting,
it will not begin pumping.
WARNING
Figure 2. Throttle Lever (1/3 Start Position)
DO NOT open fill cap if pump is hot! Water inside may be
3. Place the choke lever (Figure 3) in the "OPEN " position if
under pressure.
Check for leaks between pump and engine.
starting a cold engine.
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Check that all hoses are securely attached to the pump.
Check that the discharge hose is not restricted.
Make sure the suction strainer is clean and securely
attached to the water end of the suction hose.
CAUTION
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NEVER! operate the pump without water in the casing as
this will cause damage to the mechanical seal.
The strainer should be positioned so it will remain
completely under water. Running the pump with the
strainer above water for long periods can damage the pump.
Figure 3. Engine Choke Lever (Open)
4. Place the choke lever (Figure 4) in the "CLOSED " position
if starting a warm engine or the temperature is warm.
DANGER
DO NOT pump flammable fluids, corrosive chemicals or fluids
containing toxic substances. These fluids can create potentially
dangerous health and environmental hazards. Contact local
authorities for assistance.
Starting the Engine
1. Place the engine fuel valve lever (Figure 1) to the "ON"
position.
Figure 4. Engine Choke Lever (Closed)
5. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 5) in the "ON "
position.
Figure 1. Engine Fuel Valve Lever (ON Position)
Figure 5. Engine ON/OFF Switch (ON Position)
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