Benchmark BP Series Manual de usuario
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setup, operation, and maintenance that must be followed. All
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety 1
1.1 Safety While Operating Your Engine 1
1.2 Safety while Operating Your Water Pump 2
1.3 Maintenance Safety 3
1.4 Other Safety Tips 4
2. Learn About Your Water Pump 5
2.1 Component Identification 5
2.2 Control Functions 7
3. Pre-Operation Check 10
3.1 Check the Oil Level 10
3.2 Check the Fuel Level 12
3.3 Prep the Air Filter 13
3.4 Hose Connections 14
4. Using your Pump 15
4.1 Pump Placement 18
4.2 Priming Water 20
4.3 Starting the Pump 21
4.4 Stopping the Engine 24
5. Maintenance 27
5.1 Maintenance Schedule 27
5.2 Changing the Oil 28
5.3 Air Filter Service 30
5.4 Spark Plug Service 31
5.5 Fuel Sediment Cup Service 32
5.6 Fuel Drainage 33
5.7 Spark Arrester Service 34
5.8 Cleaning 35
5.9 Transportation 36
5.10 Storage 36
6. Troubleshooting 37
7. Specifications 38
8. Pump Assembly 39
9. Limited Warranty 40
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1. SAFETY
DANGER!
Using a water pump indoors can kill you in minutes.
WARNING!
This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon
monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
1.1 SAFETY WHILE OPERATING YOUR ENGINE
WARNING!
Always perform an oil, fuel and air lter check before starting the engine.
Properly clean and maintain the equipment.
Operate the engine according to instructions for safe and dependable
service.
Before operating the water pump, read the user guide carefully.
Otherwise, personal injuries or equipment damage may occur.
Never run the water pump in an enclosed area to avoid harm from
exhaust emissions of poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
Be careful not to touch the exhaust system, compressor pump or
discharge tubing during operation due to risk of burns.
Pay attention to the warning labels. The engine exhaust system will
become heated during operation and remain hot immediately after the
engine is stopped.
Gasoline is a highly ammable and explosive liquid. Refuel in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.
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Use of gasoline with an ethanol content greater than 10% can damage
the engine and fuel system and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
When refueling the water pump, keep it away from cigarettes, open
ames, smoke and/or sparks.
Place the pump at least 5 feet away from buildings or other equipment
during operation.
Run the pump on a level surface. Tilting the water pump may result in
fuel spills.
Know how to stop the water pump quickly and understand operation of
all the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the water pump without
proper instructions.
Keep children, pets and machinery with rotating parts away during
operation.
Do not operate the water pump in rain or snow.
Do not allow any moisture to come in contact with the water pump.
Do not touch the spark plug while the engine is operating or shortly after
the engine has been shut down.
1.2 SAFETY WHILE OPERATING YOUR WATER PUMP
WARNING!
The water pump must not be operated by anyone under the age of 16.
When operating the water pump, keep small children away from the
area of operation.
Never operate the engine when transporting the unit.
Never operate the water pump if you are tired or if you are under the
inuence of alcohol, drugs, colorado river toads, medication or any
other substance that could affect your ability or judgment.
Do not use the water pump to work with ammable liquids such as
gasoline.
Do not use the water pump to work with caustic liquids such as used
oil, milk or wine.
Do not pump liquids and/or chemical solutions such as sea water which
may cause corrosion.
Keep the working water pump at least 1.5 meters away from any static
objects such as cars or buildings in order to ensure proper ventilation
and prevent re hazards.
Never place ammable material close to the engine mufer.
Never overturn the water pump when storing or transporting.
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Overturning will cause leakage of vital liquids.
Never smoke or light res near the unit.
Never make unauthorized attachment installations.
Always disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any
maintenance work.
Always keep the unit as clean as possible. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
Always be ready to stop the unit immediately if it suddenly begins to
vibrate or shake. Inspect for broken, missing or improperly installed
parts.
Never refuel the water pump while the engine is running. Gasoline is
very ammable and may ignite when in contact with hot engine parts.
1.3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING!
Use rubber gloves when coming into contact with engine oil.
After any maintenance is performed, wash hands immediately using
soap and clean water because repeated exposure to lubricant may
cause skin irritation.
Do not clean the lter element with ammable liquids like gasoline
because an explosion may occur.
Turn off the engine before performing any maintenance. Otherwise it
may cause severe personal injury or death.
Allow the unit to cool down before performing any maintenance.
Always wear safety glasses when cleaning the unit with compressed air.
Do not clean with a pressure washer because it can cause damage.
Always stop the water pump before removing the oil ller cap.
Only qualied maintenance personnel with knowledge of fuels,
electricity, and machinery hazards should perform maintenance
procedures.
Lubricate all exposed metal parts regularly. See maintenance schedule
for more details.
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1.4 OTHER SAFETY TIPS
WARNING!
To avoid breathing in poisonous carbon monoxide from the exhaust
gases, adequate ventilation should be provided if the engine is running
in a partially enclosed space.
Water and trash pumps vibrate in normal use. During and after use,
inspect the entire unit as well as water hoses and power supply cords
connected to it for damage resulting from vibration. Have damaged
items repaired or replaced as necessary. Do not use plugs or cords
that show signs of damage such as broken or cracked insulation or
damaged blades.
When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in tank: store away from
furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that have a pilot
light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
Note
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the unit has been running,
move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You could have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
TOXIC FUMES HAZARD. Running engines give off
carbon monoxide, an odourless poisonous gas
that can cause nausea, fainting, or death. Do
not start engine indoors or in an enclosed area,
even if the windows and doors are open.
DANGER TOXIQUE. Faire fonctionner un moteur dégage de
l’oxyde de carbone, un gaz inodore toxique qui peut
provoquer la nausée, évanouissement ou la mort. Ne
démarrer pas le moteur à l’intérieur ou dans une espace clos,
meme si les fenêtres et les portes sont ouvertes.
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2. LEARN ABOUT YOUR WATER PUMP
This section will show you how to identify key parts of your water pump. Going over
the terminology below will make sure we’re on the same page.
2.1 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
BP271
Oil Filler Cap
& Dipstick
Priming Water
Filler Cap
Discharge
Port
Air Filter Housing
Mufer
Suction Port
Pump Drain Cap
Handle
Recoil Starter
Frame
Wheel
Ignition Switch
Oil Drain Plug
Fuel Filler Cap
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BP371
Oil Filler Cap
& Dipstick
Priming Water
Filler Cap
Discharge
Port
Air Filter Housing
Mufer
Suction Port
Pump Drain Cap
Handle
Recoil Starter
Frame
Wheel
Ignition Switch
Oil Drain Plug
Fuel Filler Cap
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