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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.
Before starting any maintenance ensure the ignition switch is off and disconnect one battery lead or remove the battery. 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.
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.
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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: Kohler CH1000 V twin engine Vortex centrifugal pump end Exhaust ejector primer Stainless steel carry frame DATA Dimensions and mass:...
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OPERATION OF SUPERJET 1300 FIRE PUMPS SUMMARY OF WHAT TO REMEMBER Close delivery valve and drain valve, before attempting to prime pump. Always keep primer shut off valve closed when working from hydrants or relay pumping. Open primer operating valve fully with full throttle to re-prime or eliminate trapped air from suction line.
Choke must fully close. Note: Charge battery before attempting to start engine - see battery maintenance on Page 18. PSL - Phillips & Smith Ltd 10 Akatea Road, Glendene, Auckland, New Zealand PO Box 69-028, Glendene, Auckland, New Zealand, Sales email: sales@firemaster.co.nz. Website:www.firemaster.co.nz...
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Battery Charging Doing it better The Battery is a high capacity VRLA model and is maintenance free. The battery fitted is ready for immediate use but, if not required for several months it should be charged at 2 amps for 4 hours before storing. When in service, check that the battery terminals are clean and tight.
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PRIMING THE SUPERJET 1300 PUMP Operating the primer The Superjet 1300 primer should typically develop up to 15” Hg in an airtight pumping system. The primer is an exhaust-eject type, extremely reliable and requires only minimal maintenance. The primer is activated by a combination spring return, on-off valve connected to the exhaust system and a one way valve situated at the pump inlet.
PUMP OPERATION Source of water supply Water may be drafted from a pond, lake, stream, cistern, stock tank, or well but, whatever the source, the static lift must not exceed 5 metres (16 feet) from the centre of the pump to the surface of the water, and a lift not exceeding 3 metres (10 feet) is recommended.
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PUMP TESTING Measurement of pump performance Pump performance is measured by the quantity of water it can deliver per minute against a certain pressure called “Total Head”, or “Net Pump Pressure” as it is usually termed in fire pump testing. The Net Pump Pressure is the sum of the pump discharge pressure as shown on the pressure gauge with which the pump is equipped, and the total suction lift converted to equivalent kPa.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices may be performed by Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices may be any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed by a Kohler performed by any repair establishment or individual;...
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Change Oil ge Oil Change oil after the first 8 hours of operation. Drain oil while engine is warm. ge oil after the first 8 hours of operation. Drain oil while engine is warm. Note: Change oil thereafter every 150 hours of operation or yearly. Change oil thereafter every 150 hours of operation or yearly.
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Oil Capacity Oil Capacity Approximately 2.7 Litres when changing oil and filter Approximately 2.7 Litres when changing oil and filter Oil Checking Procedure: Oil Checking Procedure: Before starting engine, check oil level. Before starting engine, check oil level. Place pump level. Remove dipstick.
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Changing Oil Filter. Replace the oil filter annually at 150 hours or at least every other oil change or 300 hours of operation. Replace the oil filter as follows: Before removing the oil filter, clean the area around the oil filter and housing to keep dirt and debris out of the engine.
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Replace the in-line fuel filter yearly or if fuel has been contaminated. See an Authorized Kohler Service PSL - Phillips & Smith Ltd 10 Akatea Road, Glendene, Auckland, New Zealand PO Box 69-028, Glendene, PSL - Phillips & Smith Ltd 10 Akatea Road, Glendene, Auckland, New Zealand PO Box 69-028, Glendene, Dealer for correct replacement.
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