Honda WX15 Owner's Manual
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WATER PUMP
WX15
Includes US and Canadian Models
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of a Honda water pump. We are
certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest
water pumps on the market.
We want to help you get the best results from your new water pump
and
to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how
to do that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a
symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage
to your water pump, other property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its
verage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy is
co
a separate document that should have been given to you by your dealer.
If not, you can obtain a copy from your dealer or download the
arranty policy from;
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U.S.A http://powerequipment.honda.com/support/w
Canada http://powerequipment.honda.ca/parts-service/warranty
When your water pump needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind
tha
t your Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda
water pumps. Your Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your
satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns.
arranty
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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INTRODUCTION
A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this
ater pump safely is an important responsibility.
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To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided
ating procedures and other information on labels and in this
oper
manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
ards associated with operating or maintaining a water pump. You
haz
must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms,
includ
ing:
• Safety Labels — on the pump.
• Safety Messages — preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
ou don’t follow instructions.
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You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t f
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions
• Safety Headings — such as IMPOR
• Safety Section — such as PUMP
nstructions — how to use this pump correctly and safely.
• I
This entire book is filled with import
read it carefully.
ollow instructions.
.
TANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
SAFETY.
ant safety information — please
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CONTENTS
PUMP SAFETY............................................................................ 5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................... 5
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS...................................................... 7
CONTROLS & FEATURES ............................................................. 8
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS......................................8
CONTROLS .............................................................................9
Fuel Valve Lever ...................................................................9
Ignition Switch...................................................................... 9
Choke Lever .........................................................................9
Throttle Lever .....................................................................10
Recoil Starter Grip ...............................................................10
FEATURES ............................................................................11
Oil Alert System.................................................................. 11
BEFORE OPERATION ................................................................. 12
ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?.......................................12
IS YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?............................................... 12
Check the General Condition of the Pump ..............................13
Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses................................. 13
Check the Engine ................................................................13
OPERATION..............................................................................14
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ............................................14
PUMP PLACEMENT ................................................................ 15
SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION .............................................. 16
DISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATION...........................................17
PRIMING THE PUMP ............................................................... 17
STARTING THE ENGINE .......................................................... 19
SETTING ENGINE SPEED.........................................................21
STOPPING THE ENGINE ..........................................................22
SERVICING YOUR PUMP ............................................................ 24
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE .....................................24
MAINTENANCE SAFETY .........................................................25
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................................... 26
REFUELING............................................................................27
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS.....................................................28
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ......................................................29
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CONTENTS
SERVICING YOUR PUMP (continued)
ENGINE OIL CHANGE ............................................................. 30
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
AIR FILTER INSPECTION .........................................................33
AIR FILTER CLEANING............................................................ 34
SPARK PLUG SERVICE............................................................ 35
SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE (optional equipment)
STORAGE................................................................................. 39
STORAGE PREPARATION........................................................ 39
Cleaning............................................................................. 39
Fuel................................................................................... 41
Engine Oil...........................................................................44
Engine Cylinder ...................................................................44
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ....................................................... 44
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE ....................................................45
TRANSPORTING ....................................................................... 46
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
ENGINE................................................................................. 47
Engine Will Not Start ........................................................... 47
Engine Lacks Power.............................................................47
PUMP ...................................................................................48
No Pump Output ................................................................. 48
Low Pump Output ...............................................................48
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................................................ 49
Serial Number Locations....................................................... 49
Carburetor Modification for High Altitude
Emission Control System Information.....................................51
Air Index ............................................................................ 53
Specifications .....................................................................54
CONSUMER INFORMATION........................................................ 55
Dealer Locator Information ................................................... 55
Honda Publications.............................................................. 55
Customer Service Information............................................... 56
QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION......................... Inside back cover
................................ 47
Operation................. 50
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PUMP SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Honda WX15 pump is designed to pump only fresh water that is not
intended fo
the operator or damage to the pump and other property.
Most injuries or property damage can be prevented if you follow all
instructions in
hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect
yourself and others.
Operator Responsibility
r human consumption, and other uses can result in injury to
this manual and on the pump. The most common
It is the operator’s responsibility to provide the
protect people and property. Know how to stop the pump quickly in
case of emergency. If you leave the pump for any reason, always turn
the engine off. Understand the use of all controls and connections.
Be sure that anyone who operates the pump receives proper
instruction.
pets away from the area of operation.
Pump Operation
Pump only water that is not intended for human consumption.
Pumping flammable liquids, such as gasoline or fuel oils, can result in a
fire o
r explosion, causing serious injury. Pumping sea water, beverages,
acids, chemical solutions, or any other liquid that promotes corrosion
can damage the pump.
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, a
Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped and
the pump on a level surface. Do not fill the fuel tank above the fuel
level mark. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and
sparks away. Always store gasoline in an approved container. Make
sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the engine.
Do not let children operate the pump. Keep children and
nd gasoline vapor can explode.
necessary safeguards to
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PUMP SAFETY
Hot Exhaust
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a
while
while it is hot. Let the engine cool before transporting the pump or
storing it indoors.
after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler
To prevent fire hazards, keep the pump at least 3 feet (1
from building walls and other equipment during operation. Do not place
flammable objects close to the engine.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon mon
gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and
may lead to death.
If you run the pump in an area that is confined, or e
the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run the engine inside a closed garage, house, or confined area.
oxide, a colorless and odorless
ven partly enclosed,
meter) away
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PUMP SAFETY
＊ :
Canada only
French labels come with the water pump.
＊
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please
read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of
your pump. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an
authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
PUMP DRAIN PLUG
SUCTION PORT
DISCHARGE PORT
PRIMING WATER
FILLER CAP
CARRYING HANDLE
FUEL TANK CAP
CHOKE LEVER
AIR CLEANER
OIL FILLER CAP
OIL DRAIN PLUG
STRAINER
SPARK PLUGFUEL VALVE LEVER
THROTTLE
LEVER
STARTER GRIP
RECOIL STARTER
IGNITION SWITCH
HOSE CONNECTOR
(COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE)
MUFFLER
HOSE CLAMP
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
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CONTROLS
OFF
OPEN
CLOSED
FUEL VALVE LEVER
IGNITION SWITCH
OFF
CHOKE LEVER
ON
ON
Fuel Valve Lever
The fuel valve opens and closes
the connection between the fuel
tank and the carburetor.
The fuel valve lever must be in the
position for the engine to run.
ON
When the engine is not in use,
leave the fuel valve
OFF position to prevent carburetor
lever in the
flooding and to reduce the
possibility of fuel leakage.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch controls the
ignition system
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
The ignition switch must be in the
position for the engine to run.
ON
Turning the ignition switch to the
OFF po
sition stops the engine.
Choke Lever
The choke lever opens and closes
the
choke valve in the carburetor.
The CLOSED position enriches the
fue
l mixture for starting a cold
engine.
The OPEN position provides the
correct fuel mi
xture for operation
after starting, and for restarting a
warm engine.
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CONTROLS & FEATURES
THROTTLE LEVER
MAXIMUM
THROTTLE
IDLE
STARTER GRIP
Direction to pull
Throttle Lever
The throttle lever controls engine
speed.
Moving the throttle lever in the
directions shown makes the
engin
e run faster or slower.
Pump output is controlled by
adjusting the throttle lever. At
maximum
pump will deliver the highest
output volume. Moving the
throttle lever toward the idle
position will decrease the output
volume of the pump.
Recoil Starter Grip
throttle position, the
Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter
starting.
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to crank the engine for
CONTROLS & FEATURES
FEATURES
Oil Alert® System
The Oil Alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by
an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase. Before the oil level in the
crankcase can fall below a safe limit, the Oil Alert system will
automatically stop the engine (the ignition switch will remain in the ON
position).
If the engine stops and will not restart, c
29) before troubleshooting in other areas.
heck the engine oil level (page
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BEFORE OPERATION
ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?
Your safety is your responsibility. A little time
significantly reduce your risk of injury.
Knowledge
Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how
to operate them
Familiarize yourself with the pump and its operation before you begin
ping. Know what to do in case of emergencies.
pum
Be sure of what you are pumping. This pump is designed to pump only
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IS YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it
is very important to take a few moments before you operate the pump
to check
have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the pump.
ater that is not intended for human consumption.
its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or
.
Improperly maintaining this pump, or
failing to correct a problem before
operation, could cause a malfunction
in which you could be seriously
injured.
spent in preparation will
Always perform a preoperation
inspection
and correct any problem.
To prevent a possible fire, keep the pump at least 3 feet (1 meter)
away
place flammable objects close to the engine.
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the pump
level surface and the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
from building walls and other equipment during operation. Do not
before each operation,
is on a
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BEFORE OPERATION
Check the General Condition of the Pump
• Before each use, look around and underneath the engine for signs of
oil or gasoline leaks.
• Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the engine,
muffler, and recoil starter.
• Look for signs of damage.
• Check that all nuts, bolts, screws,
tightened.
Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses
• Check the general condition of the hoses. Be sure the hoses are in
serviceable
Remember that the suction hose must be reinforced construction to
prevent hose collapse.
• Check that the sealing washer in the suc
good condition (see page 16).
• Check that the hose connectors and clamps are securely installed
see pages 16 and 17).
(
• Check that the strainer is in good condition and is installed on the
tion hose (see page 16).
suc
Check the Engine
• Check the oil level (see page 29). To avoid the inconvenience of an
unexpected shutdown by the Oil Alert system, always check the
gine oil level before startup.
en
condition before connecting them to the pump.
hose connectors, and clamps are
tion hose connector is in
• Check the air filter (see page 33). A dirty air filter will restrict air flow
to the carburetor, reducing engine and pump performance.
• Check the fuel level (see page 27). Starting with a full tank will help
to eliminate or reduce operating interrup
tions for refueling.
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OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
To safely realize the full potential of this pump, you need a complete
erstanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with its
und
controls.
Before operating the pump for the first time, please review the
IMPORTANT SAFETY
BEFORE OPERATION.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed
area, such
carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and
cause illness or death.
as a garage. Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous
INFORMATION on page 5 and the chapter titled
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can build up to
dangerous levels in closed areas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause unconsciousness or death.
Never run the engine in a closed, or
even partly
people may be present.
Pump only fresh water that is not intended for human consumption.
ing flammable liquids, such as gasoline or fuel oils, can result in a
Pump
fire or explosion, causing serious injury. Pumping sea water, beverages,
acids, chemical solutions, or any other liquid that promotes corrosion
can damage the pump.
closed area where
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OPERATION
DISCHARGE
HEAD
SUCTION
HEAD
LESS THAN
26 FEET
(8 METERS)
TOTAL HEAD
PUMP PLACEMENT
For best pump performance, place the pump near the water level, and
use hoses that are no longer than necessary. That will enable the pump
to produce the greatest output with the least self-priming time.
As head (pumping height)
increases, pump output decreases. The
length, type, and size of the suction and discharge hoses can also
significantly affect pump output.
Discharge head capability is always greater than suction head
capabil
ity, so it is important for suction head to be the shorter part of
total head. The maximum available suction head will vary based on the
operating conditions. However, the suction head can never exceed 26
feet (8 meters) and should always be kept as low as possible.
Minimizing suction head (placing the pump near the water level) is also
very important for re
ducing self-priming time. Self-priming time is the
time it takes the pump to bring water the distance of the suction head
during initial operation.
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OPERATION
HOSE CLAMP
STRAINER
HOSE CONNECTOR
SEALING WASHER
HOSE COUPLER
HOSE CLAMP RING
HOSE CLAMP
SUCTION HOSE
SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION
Use a commercially available 1.5 inch diameter hose and hose
ector with the hose clamp provided with the pump (if necessary).
conn
Most hoses come with the connectors already installed. The suction
hose must be reinforced with a noncollapsible wall or braided wire
construction and cannot contain any perforations.
The suction hose should be no longer than necessary. Pump
rmance is best when the pump is near the water level, and the
perfo
hoses are short.
Use a hose clamp to securely fasten the
hose connector to the suction
hose in order to prevent air leakage and loss of suction. Verify that the
hose connector sealing washer is in good condition.
Install the strainer (provided with the pump) on the other end of the
suction hose, and
secure it with a hose clamp. The strainer will help to
prevent the pump from becoming clogged or damaged by debris.
Never operate the pump without the strainer installed.
Securely tighten the hose connector on the pump suction port.
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