PSL SUPERJET 1300 Owner's Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

SUPERJET 1300

Rev: 1 Mar 2016

Portable Pump

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PO Box 69-028 Glendene,

Auckland 0645, NZ

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NOTE: This manual is an integral part of the pump
package and MUST be read before operating the unit.
This manual must be kept and regularly referred to
throughout the lifetime of the equipment. Failure to do
so could result in injury and damage to the equipment.
Please ensure that any amendment received is
incorporated in the text and that this manual is passed
on to any subsequent holder or user of the equipment.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING DO NOT:

1. Run with any guard removed.

2. Attempt any work in the guarded area.

3. Attempt to move the unit.

4. Refill the fuel tank (without removing it from the frame into a safe area first)

5. Remove the pressure cap from the expansion tank (wait until the engine has cooled.)

6. Place hands inside the volute housing.

7. Place any part of body near suction inlet. (If running with no suction hose
connected, always connect the end cap.)

WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING DO:

8. Run the unit on level ground wherever possible. Inclination must never exceed 45°.

9. Check all couplings are secure before increasing pressure.

10. Wear ear protection when working near a running pump. It is also advised that eye
protection is used. Loose fitting clothing should not be worn whilst operating the pump.

WARNING: The gas priming exhaust reaches extreme temperatures.

WARNING: This pump weighs 116kg (dry).

WARNING: The pump should not be run in underground or poorly ventilated spaces.

WARNING: The guards on the exhaust side of the engine can become hot after prolonged

running at high speed.

WARNING: Noise levels over 85dB can be emitted by this pump and ear protectors should be

worn at all times when running the pump.

WHEN ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING:

1. Do not place any heavy or loose items on the unit.

2. Do not drop the unit from any height.

MAINTENANCE

1. Allow the unit to cool before attempting to remove any part.

2. Before starting any maintenance ensure the ignition switch is off and disconnect one
battery lead or remove the battery.

3. Use only authorised spare parts supplied by PSL or Kohler.

WARNING: The pump body, when delivering water under pressure, is a pressure vessel. Failure to assemble

the pump body correctly can lead to leaks or in extreme cases failure of the pump body. Ensure that the body
is correctly positioned and that all bolts are tightened using a spanner of the correct size and length.

DISPOSAL OF PETROL AND OIL

Always dispose of surplus petrol and oil from the engine in a safe and environmentally safe way.
Only use receptacles specifically provided for petrol and oil. Only dispose of surplus petrol and oil at
authorised sites.

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TO THE OPERATORS OF THE PORTABLE FIRE PUMP

Your new Superjet 1300 fire pump will deliver years of efficient and trouble free service if given
reasonable care and properly operated.

A study of the following pages should enable you to overcome any difficulties which might arise in
the operation of this equipment. We request that you read this manual carefully before placing this
fire pump into service.

Several pages of useful data are contained herein to help you answer many of the questions that
may arise relative to the hydraulics of fire fighting.

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARRANTY

PSL unconditionally guarantees to replace, for a period of two years, any defective part or parts in
the Superjet 1300 pump.

Every new Superjet 1300 pump is guaranteed to deliver performance as specified in our sales
brochure.

This warranty does not obligate us to bear costs of labour or transportation charges incurred in the
replacement of parts.

We shall not be responsible, under the terms of this warranty, for the cost of repairs or alterations
not authorised by us.

We shall not be responsible for damages or contingent liabilities resulting from failures of any
Firemaster pump.

We make no warranty of any trade accessories incorporated in the assembly or employed in
conjunction with any Firemaster pump.

Excessive overloading of this pump beyond our recommended limits of capacity and pressure shall
void this warranty.

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DESCRIPTION

The pump set consists of twin cylinder air-cooled petrol engine that is coupled to a single stage
centrifugal pump.

The pump set consists of the following main components:

A: Kohler CH1000 V twin engine
B: Vortex centrifugal pump end
C: Exhaust ejector primer
D: Stainless steel carry frame

DATA

Dimensions and mass:

Length 750mm (760mm with optional Recoil Starter)
Width 495mm
Height 625mm
Weight Dry 110.5 Kg (116 kg with recoil starter)

Engine

Make Kohler
Model CH1000
Type 2 cyl, overhead valve, air-cooled, petrol engine
Bore & Stroke 90 x 78.5mm
No of cylinders 2
Displacement 999cc
Fuel Tank capacity 12 litres
Fuel Type min 95 Octane
Lubrication Wet sump
Starting System Electric and recoil
Battery 12 Volt PS1280 VRLA Wet Cell

Pump

Make Phoenix Maxflo
Type Centrifugal
Discharge Rate Over 1950 litres/min @ 1 bar (100 kPa)
1300 litres/min @7 bar (700 kPa)
Discharge Port size 2 X 50 mm
Primer Type Exhaust eject
Maximum draft height 6 metres
Discharge Valve Screw down Bonnet

Couplings

Suction 4” BSRT to BS336
Delivery 2 x 50mm FBSP

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OPERATION OF SUPERJET 1300 FIRE PUMPS

SUMMARY OF WHAT TO REMEMBER

1. Close delivery valve and drain valve, before attempting to prime pump.

2. Always keep primer shut off valve closed when working from hydrants or relay pumping.

3. Open primer operating valve fully with full throttle to re-prime or eliminate trapped air from
suction line.

4. Never run pump without water in it except during priming.

5. Accelerate and retard speed of engine gradually.

6. Watch gauges periodically to ensure pump is operating normally.

7. Keep good gaskets in suction hose, and handle carefully to avoid damage to coupling
threads.

8. Air leakage into suction line is the most frequent source of trouble when pumping from a
suction lift.

9. Always use a suction strainer when pumping from open water.

10. Foreign matter in impellers is a result of failure to use adequate strainers and a common
source of trouble.

11. Drain pump immediately after each run.

12. Check oil level in motor after each pumping run.

13. Do not run a pump long with discharge completely shut off.

14. Do not close a “shutoff” type nozzle when pumping with throttle wide open.

15. The pump may emit noise levels above 85dB and ear protection should be worn at all times.

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ENGINE OPERATION

General information

The Superjet 1300 pump use Kohler CH1000 engines. This is a twin cylinder, overhead valve,
air-cooled engine. All drilled/tapped holes and fasteners on this engine are ISO metric. However,
where the pump attaches to the engine, SAE standards apply. This engine will operate satisfactorily
at any angle up to 20 degrees or at which the operator and pump can function safely. Engine power
will decrease 3.5% for each 300 metres (1,000 ft) above sea level and 1% for each 5.6°C above
25°C.

Starting and stopping

Choke operation/engine warm-up

This is a low emissions engine, which operates differently from previously built engines. It is
designed for maximum performance and life if operated with choke fully open (control pushed in)
and throttle fully open (in FAST). To open the choke fully requires an engine warm up period of
several seconds to several minutes, depending on the ambient temperature.
To start the engine move the choke lever to the fully closed position (away from the operator) after
starting the engine, first open the choke (moving the lever toward the operator) until the engine just
begins to run smoothly. Then open the choke in small steps, allowing the engine to accept small
changes in speed and load, until the choke is full open.

To obtain best starting results

Start, store and refuel pump in level position.

A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine.

Starting in cold weather

• Use the correct oil for the starting temperature expected.

• Set speed control at part throttle position.

• A warm battery has more starting capacity than a cold battery.

• Use fresh 95 octane petrol to improve starting.

Before starting engine

• Move choke lever to fully closed position.

• Move throttle control to FAST position.

• Switch on ingnition switch then push starter button to start.
(use short starting cycles (15 secs. per min.) to prolong starter life. Extended cranking can damage
starter motor)

• Once engine has started throttle back to idle position.

Note: Choke must fully close.

Note: Charge battery before attempting to start engine - see battery maintenance on Page 18.

Doing it better

Engine Operation

General information

The Firemaster 22 pump uses the Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine. This is a twin cylinder,
overhead valve, air-cooled engine. All drilled/tapped holes and fasteners on this engine are
ISO metric. However, where the pump attaches to the engine, SAE standards apply.
This engine will operate satisfactorily at any angle at which the operator and pump can function
safely.
Engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 300 metres (1,000 ft) above sea level and 1% for
each 5.6°C above 25

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C. The pump unit has been designed to ensure that no perceptible loss

of pumping will be noticed at altitudes up to 1500 metres (5,000ft) above sea level.

Starting and stopping

Choke operation/engine warm-up

This is a low emissions engine, which operates differently from previously built engines. It is
designed for maximum performance and life if operated with choke fully open (control pushed
in) and throttle fully open (in FAST). To open the choke fully requires an engine warm up
period of several seconds to several minutes, depending on the ambient temperature.
After starting the engine, first open the choke (pushing in control) until the engine just begins to
run smoothly. Then open the choke in small steps, allowing the engine to accept small
changes in speed and load, until the choke is full open (control fully pushed in).

To obtain best starting results

Start, store and refuel pump in level position.

Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Starting fluid is flammable.

Severe engine damage or fire may result.