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Warning: Never Start The Engine Until The Pump is Primed With Water! Pump Seals Will Be Damaged and Warranty will be Void.
Move pump to level surface near water source.
Connect intake hose to pump inlet, lock camlock levers on intake fitting.
Drop opposite end of intake hose into water source.
Open primer valve.
Pump primer lever until water flows from primer outlet.
Close primer valve.
Remove pump outlet cap and attach fire hose to pump outlet.
Attach nozzle to opposite end of fire hose. Be sure nozzle is in closed position.
Check engine oil level. Fill fuel tank with gasoline (any grade of unleaded gas).
Set FUEL LEVER to ON (move to right).
Set CHOKE LEVER to ON (move to left).
Set THROTTLE LEVER to MID POINT.
Set ON/OFF Switch to ON.
Pull Starter Rope or turn ignition key to START position until engine starts.
5 Seconds after starting, move CHOKE LEVER to OFF (move to right).
Move THROTTLE LEVER to Left for maximum pressure.
Whether you are washing down a tennis court or preparing for an approaching fire, the same basic procedures of fire pump operation apply:
Follow Basic Setup and Engine Startup Procedures as outlined above.
With throttle lever set to 3/4 or Full Throttle, be sure fire hose pressurizes. If fire hose does not pressurize, repeat priming steps.
Look at the Fire Nozzle, It's labeled OPEN and CLOSE- Observe the Arrows.
Twist the end of the nozzle until water flows, hold on tight! Keep twisting and the stream changes to fog. Adjust the nozzle to the appropriate setting for you.
Warning: We do not recommend that you try to suppress an active fire!
To prepare for an approaching fire the object is to wet down as all combustible material (brush, woodpiles, shake roofs, decks, etc. within 100 feet of your home. Start with the area from which the fire will approach and work all the way around the structure. Do this before the flames arrive! Wet down as much area as possible and evacuate to a safe area before the flames arrive.
Follow all orders from law enforcement or fire department personnel.
Shut off your fire pump before evacuating, leave it primed by your water source. Fire Fighters may use your pump to protect your home.
Close Nozzle
Set Throttle Lever to IDLE (move to right). Let engine idle for 2-3 minutes.
Open nozzle slightly or open garden hose valve to cool pump housing.
Set fuel lever to OFF (move to left)
On/Off Switch to OFF
Disconnect all Intake and Fire Hoses.
Open pump drain valve at bottom of pump housing.
Drain Intake hose and store on pump cart.
Drain all fire hoses; do not roll until outside of hose is completely dry.
Refill gas tank and close pump drain valve.
Proper storage of your fire pump system is essential to ensure that it is
ready for the next use.
Be sure pump housing and all fire hoses have been drained completely.
Fill gas tank with gasoline. Add fuel stabilizer if storing more than 3 months.
Set choke lever to on (left). Gas lever to off (left). Throttle to mid-point.
Store in a garage or storage shed (not covered with 'stuff') near water source. If unit is to be stored outdoors cover it with a tarp.
Protect from direct sunlight, excess moisture and rodents (they will all damage the hoses and rubber parts).
It is extremely important to test your fire pump at least every 3 months.
The reasons are simple:
The health of your fire pump system. You must run the pump for at least 20 minutes every 3 months. You will then add fresh gasoline and return to storage.
Your Peace of Mind. By exercising your fire pump, you will be testing the system and reinforcing your memory of how to operate the pump. Practicing often is the best way to be sure you and your family are ready for 'the real thing'.
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