Honda Automobiles WH15X, WH20X User Manual
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INTRODUCTION
A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this
water pump safely
To
help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided
operating procedures and other information on labels and in this
manual. This information
hurt you or others.
is
an important responsibility.
alerts
you to potential hazards that could
Of course,
hazards associated with operating or maintaining
must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in
including:
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Safety Labels
Safety Messages
of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Safety Headings
it
is
not practical or possible to warn you about
-
on the pump.
-
preceded by a safety
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don‘t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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such
as
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
alert
a
water pump. You
a
variety of forms,
symbol
8.
all
the
and one
Safety Section
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Instructions
This entire
read it carefully.
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PUMP
how to use this pump correctly and safely.
is
filled with important safety information - please
SAFETY
PUMP SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
CONTROLS
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
CONTROLS
Fuel Valve Lever
Ignition Switch
Choke Lever
Throttle Lever
Recoil Starter Grip
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BEFORE OPERATION
ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?
IS
YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?
Check the General Condition
Check the Suction and Discharge Hoses
Check the Engine
OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
PUMP PLACEMENT
SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION
DISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATION
PRIMING THE PUMP
STARTING THE ENGINE
SETTING ENGINE SPEED
STOPPING THE ENGINE
SERVICING YOUR PUMP
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
REFUELING
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
ENGINE
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
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CONTENTS
SERVICING YOUR PUMP (continued)
AIR FILTER INSPECTION
AIR FILTER CLEANING
SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING
SPARK PLUG SERVICE
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
SPARK ARRESTER SERVICE (optional equipment)
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STORAGE
STORAGE PREPARATION
Cleaning
Fuel
Engine Oil
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
TRANSPORTING
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
ENGINE
Engine Will Not Start
Engine Lacks Power
PUMP
No Pump Output
Low Pump Output
TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Serial Number Location
Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation
Oxygenated Fuels
Emission Control System Information
Air Index
Specifications
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Honda Publications
Customer Service Information
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PUMP
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Honda WH15X and WH20X pumps are designed to pump only water
that is not intended for human consumption, and other uses can result
in
injury to the operator or damage to the pump and other property.
SAFETY
Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions
manual and on the pump. The most common hazards are discussed
below, along with the best way to protect yourself
Operator Responsibility
It
is the operator’s responsibility to provide the necessary safeguards
to 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
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
a fire or explosion, causing serious injury. Pumping sea water,
beverages, acids, chemical solutions, or any other liquid that
promotes corrosion can damage
Refuel With Care
off.
Understand the use of all controls
Do
not let children operate the pump. Keep children
the
pump.
and
others.
and
connections.
in
this
and
in
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped and
the pump on a level surface.
strainer shoulder. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames
and sparks away. Always store gasoline
Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the
engine.
Do
not fill the fuel tank above the fuel
in
an approved container.
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PUMP
Hot Exhaust
SAFETY
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for
while after stopping the engine.
it
is
while
storing
To prevent fire hazards, keep the pump
from building walls and other equipment during operation.
place flammable objects close to the engine.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Avoid inhalation of
exhaust gas. Never run the engine in
hot. Let the engine
it
indoors.
Be
careful not to touch the muffler
cool
before transporting the pump or
at
least
3
feet
(1
a
closed garage or confined area.
meter) away
Do
a
not
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
authorized Honda servicing dealer for
r
WARNING-
DO
NOT PUMP FLAMMABLE
OR
CORROSIVE MATERIALS.
AN EXPLOSION
COULD RESULT, CAUSING
\SEVERE PERSONAL
OR
FIRE
INJURY.
off
or becomes hard to read, contact an
a
replacement.
,
SAFETY
PUMP
CAUTION
LABEL
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CONTROLS
COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS
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CARRYING HANDLE FUEL FILLER CAP
MUFFLER AIR CLEANER
THROTTLE LEVER
FUEL VALVE LEVER
OIL DRAIN PLUG
CHOKE LEVER
STARTER GRIP
PRIMING WATER FILLER CAP
8
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PUMP DRAIN PLUG
CONTROLS
Fuel Valve Lever
CONTROLS
The fuel valve opens and closes
the connection between the fuel
tank and the carburetor.
The fuel valve lever must be
ON
position for the engine to run.
When the engine is not
leave the fuel valve lever in the
OFF position to prevent
carburetor flooding and to reduce
the possibility of fuel leakage.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch controls the
ignition system.
The ignition switch must be in the
ON
position for the engine to run.
Turning the ignition switch to the
OFF position stops the engine.
in
in
the
use,
FUEL VALVE LEVER
IGNITION
,
I,
SWITCH
,
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CONTROLS
Choke Lever
The choke lever opens and closes
the choke valve in the carburetor.
The
CLOSED
the fuel mixture for starting
engine.
position enriches
a
cold
CHOKE
LEVER
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The OPEN position provides the
correct fuel .mixture for operation
after starting, and for restarting
warm engine.
Throttle
Lever
The throttle lever controls engine
speed.
Moving the throttle lever in the
directions shown makes the
engine run faster or slower.
Pump output
is
controlled by
adjusting the throttle lever. At
maximum throttle position, the
pump will deliver the highest
output volume. Moving the
throttle lever toward the idle
position will decrease the output
volume of the pump.
a
cL
THROTTLE
LEVER
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CONTROLS
Recoil Starter Grip
Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine.
STARTER
GRIP
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BEFORE OPERATION
ARE
YOU
READY TO GET STARTED?
Your safety
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
pumping. Know what to do in
Be
sure of what you are pumping. This pump is designed to pump
only water that
is
your responsibility.
is
not intended for human consumption.
A
little
its
case
of emergencies.
time spent in preparation will
operation before you begin
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IS
YOUR PUMP READY
TO
BEFORE OPERATION
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 its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or
have your servicing dealer correct
it,
before you operate the pump.
Improperly maintaining this pump,
or failing to correct a problem
before operation, could cause
malfunction in which you could
a
be
seriously injured.
Always perform
a
preoperation
inspection before each operation,
and correct any problem.
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Avoid inhalation of
exhaust gas. Never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area.
To
prevent fire hazards, keep the pump
from building walls and other equipment during operation.
place flammable objects close to
the
at
engine.
least 3 feet
(1
meter) away
Do
not
Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the pump is on a
level surface and the ignition switch is in the
Check the General Condition
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Look around and underneath
of
the Pump
the
pump for signs of oil or gasoline
OFF
position.
leaks.
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Remove any excessive
dirt
or debris, especially around the engine
muffler, and recoil starter.
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Look for signs of damage.
Check
that
all nuts, bolts, screws, hose connectors and clamps are
tightened.
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Check the Suction and Discharge
Hoses
Check the general condition of the hoses. Be sure the hoses are
serviceable condition before connecting them to the pump.
Remember that the suction hose must be reinforced construction to
prevent hose collapse.
Check that the sealing washer in the suction hose connector is
good condition (see page 17
Check that the hose connectors and clamps are securely installed
&
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(see pages 17
Check that the strainer is in good condition and is installed on the
suction hose (see page
Check the Engine
Check the oil level (see page 29
level can cause engine damage.
Check the air filter (see page32
to the carburetor, reducing engine and pump performance.
Check the fuel level (see page27
to
eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
).
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).
).
).
Running
1.
A
dirty air filter
).
Starting
the engine
will
with
a full tank
with
a low oil
restrict air flow
will
in
in
help
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SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
To
safely realize the full potential of this
understanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with
its controls.
Before operating the pump for the first time, please review the
IMPORTANT SAFEN INFORMATION
BEFORE OPERA TION.
pump,
on page 5 and the chapter titled
you need a complete
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine
area, such as a garage. Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area
and cause illness or death.
Pump only water that is not intended for human consumption.
Pumping flammable liquids, such
a fire or explosion, causing serious injury. Pumping sea water,
beverages, acids, chemical solutions, or any other liquid that
promotes corrosion can damage the pump.
as
gasoline or fuel oils, can result in
in
an enclosed
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OPERATION
PUMP
For best pump performance, place the pump near the water level,
use hoses that are no longer than necessary. That
pump to produce the greatest output with the least self-priming time.
As
Maximum head specifications and pump performance curves are
shown
the suction and discharge hoses can also significantly affect pump
output.
Discharge head capability is always greater than suction head
capability,
total head.
Minimizing
also very important for reducing self-priming time. Self-priming time
is the time
head during initial operation.
PLACEMENT
head
(pumping height) increases, pump output decreases.
in
the tables on pages
so
it
is
suction head (placing
it
takes the pump
and
will
enable the
55
and
57.
The length, type, and size
important for suction head to be the shorter part of
the
pump
to
bring water the distance of the suction
near the water level)
of
is
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OPERATION
SUCTION
Use the commercially available hose and hose connector with the
hose clamp provided
reinforced with a noncollapsible
The suction hose should be no longer than necessary. Pump
performance is best when the pump is near the water level, and the
hoses are short.
Use
hose in order to prevent air leakage and
hose connector sealing washer is
Install the strainer (provided with the pump) on the other end of the
suction hose, and secure
prevent the pump from becoming clogged or damaged by debris.
Securely tighten the hose connector on the pump suction port.
HOSE
a
hose clamp to securely fasten the hose connector to the suction
INSTALLATION
with
the pump. The suction hose must be
wall
or braided wire construction.
loss
in
good condition.
it
with
a hose clamp. The strainer
SUCTION PORT SEALING WASHER
of suction. Verify that the
will
HOSE CLAMP RING
(commercially available)
,
help to
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!
CONNECTOR
HOSE CLAMP
SUCTION HOSE
(commercially
available)
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OPERATION
DISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATION
Use
a
commercially available
hose and hose connector, and
clamp provided with the pump.
It
is best to use a short, large-dia-
meter hose, because that
will
DISCHARGE HOSE
HOSE CONNECTOR
(com/mercially available)
reduce fluid friction and improve
pump output.
diameter hose
A
long or small-
will
increase fluid
friction and reduce pump output.
Tighten the hose clamp securely
to prevent the discharge hose
from disconnecting under high
HOSE
CLAMP
pressure.
PRIMING THE PUMP
Before starting the engine, remove the filler cap from the pump
chamber, and completely fill the pump chamber with water. Reinstall
it
the filler cap, and tighten
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NOTICE
I
Operating the pump dry will destroy the pump seal.
securely.
If
the pump has
been operated dry, stop the engine immediately, and allow the pump
to
cool
before priming.
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PRIMING
WATER
FILLER CAP
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