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Shibaura FT450-A Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read this operation manual carefully in order to operate the
Shibaura Firefighting Pump in safe and in correct manner. If the pump is
operated incorrectly, any accident may result. If this manual is missing or
damaged, give an order for new one to us or our agent promptly.
FIREFIGHTING PUMP
FT450-A
FT500-A

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  • Page 1 FT500-A Please read this operation manual carefully in order to operate the Shibaura Firefighting Pump in safe and in correct manner. If the pump is operated incorrectly, any accident may result. If this manual is missing or damaged, give an order for new one to us or our agent promptly.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ○ CONTENTS  For safe operation ------------------------------------------- 1 1. Matters to be attended to for safety 1. Warning label locations ---------------------------------- 2 2. Caution marks -------------------------------------------- 3 2. Name of components ---------------------------------------- 8 3. Functions of monitor lamps ---------------------------------10 4. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) -------------------------------- 11 (Operating method) ---------------------------------------- 15 (Discharging with multiple pumps) ----------------------- 20...

  • Page 4: For Safe Operation

    ● For safe operation The operation manual is a part of machine. Keep this manual carefully with the firefighting pump.  In this manual, mark indicates particularly important instructions for safe operation. You should pay attention specifically to those marked descriptions and observe such instructions. If the machine is operated Danger incorrectly, there is high possibility...

  • Page 5: Matters To Be Attended To For Safety

    1. Matters to be attended to for safety 1. Warning label locations Warning labels are attached to the positions of the firefighting pump as shown below. If the labels are peeled off or damaged, please order new ones telling the part No.

  • Page 6: Caution Marks

    1. Matters to be attended to for safety 2. Caution marks (1)General instructions Warning The firefighting pump should be operated only by such a man among fire officers, fireman, volunteer disaster prevention expedition team member, maintenance/inspection service men that has been specifically trained for safely operation.
  • Page 7 1. Items to be observed for safety Warning Use only genuine parts and designated attachments. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 Accident, injury, or machine failure may result. (2)Caution before operation Warning Install the pump more than 3m apart from combustibles. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉...
  • Page 8 1. Matters to be attended to for safety Caution Connect the water discharge hose securely and make sure that it does not fall out. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 If the hose falls out white water is being discharged, it may injure people around it.
  • Page 9 1. Matters to be attended to for safety Caution Do not direct the nozzle to other people or do not peep into it. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 You may be sent flying by high pressure and injured. Caution Do not touch the ignition plug or high-tension cord during operation.
  • Page 10 1. Matters to be attended to for safety Warning Remove the packing materials form the charger when charging with it. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 Fire may break out. Caution Install the charger at a dry and well-ventilated place where it does not get wet.

  • Page 11: Name Of Components

    2. Name of components Operation side Meter lamp Monitor lamp Throttle lever Water discharge valve lever Pressure gauge Water outlet Water suction lever Compound gauge Electric outlet Fuse Main switch Water inlet cap Under cover Engine oil inlet Carrying handle Battery Recoil starter side Vacuum pump cover...
  • Page 12 2. Name of components Pump side Tickler Water shut-off valve water drain button Carburetor Stop valve （for vacuum pump） Carburetor cover Air cleaner Exhaust pipe Vacuum pump Pump drain cock exhaust pipe Top surface side Fuel gauge Oil gauge (governor chamber) Gauge pipe (for compound gauge)

  • Page 13: Functions Of Monitor Lamps

    3. Functions of monitor lamps It operates by setting the main switch to “Run 2”. Turning on lights all of 3 lamps. If not, the battery voltage is poor or the circuit is faulty and, therefore, a repair work is required.

  • Page 14: (Before Starting Operation)

    4. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 1. Unpacking (1) Make sure the model indicated on the front of case is an ordered one. (2) Cut the bands which bundle the case. (3) By pulling up the case, the main unit and accessories appear. (4) Check the contents.
  • Page 15 4. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) Danger ○ While supplying the fuel, keep away fire. ○ Do not pour the fuel beyond “F” on the fuel gauge. ○ If fuel spilt, immediately wipe it off. Do not get the rag used for wiping near fire. There is a fear of inflammation or explosion.
  • Page 16 4. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 4. Carrying The angle of carrying grip can be changed by 90 degrees. Turn it so as to be easy to carry. Caution ○ When holding the carrying grip, do not touch the bend. A finger may be pinched and wounded.
  • Page 17 4. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) Caution ○ Connect the fire hose securely, and make sure it does not come off. If it is separated while discharging water, injuries may be caused.  Caution ○ The fire hose must not be folded, twisted or abruptly bent. The fire hose may jump up, thereby causing injuries.

  • Page 18: (Operating Method)

    4. Handling of pump (Operating method) 1. Starting the engine ○ Before starting the engine, close the water discharge valve and pump drain cock. Water discharge valve Pump drain cock (1) Open the fuel cock (1). ○ Throw the fuel cock lever directly Fuel cock lever downward to “Open”...
  • Page 19 4. Handling of pump (Operating method) (3) Position of throttle lever. Set the throttle lever (2) to “START”. (4) Turn the main switch (3) clockwise all the way to starting motor, thereby starts the engine. ○ After starting, select “RUNNING 2”. ○...
  • Page 20 4. Handling of pump (Operating method) 2. Sucking up the water (1) Set the throttle lever (2) to “SUCTION”. (2) Pull the water suction lever (5) this side, and operate the vacuum pump for water suction. ○ Immediately after the pressure gauge has swung, return the water suction lever.
  • Page 21 4. Handling of pump (Operating method) Caution ○ Do not discharge water to persons, nor peep in the nozzle. There is a fear of injury by sway via pressurized water.  Caution ○ While running, do not touch the spark plugs nor high voltage cord. There is a fear of electric shock.
  • Page 22 4. Handling of pump (Operating method) 6. Storing the pump The fire pump is stored by far longer than operated. Unless it is correctly stored, it will not function when using next time or its life will be shortened. (1) Environment Store the pump in a dry place which is not hot and is not exposed to dust or direct sunshine,...

  • Page 23: (Discharging With Multiple Pumps)

    4. Handling of pump (Discharging with multiple pumps) In the mountains and forests or in urban areas which are inconvenient for water transportation, multiple pumps will be required in order for the water to reach the fire by relaying the pumps. In this case, pumps are separated far from each other and firemen are required judgment based on the existing state and systematic activities based on training.

  • Page 24: Handling Of Pump

    4. Handling of pump (Suction and discharge of water from Fire hydrant) 1. Suction and discharging of water from Fire hydrant (1) Capacity for supply water of the fire hydrant It is necessary to check an enough volume for discharging water from the fire hydrant in advance.
  • Page 25 4. Handling of pump (suction and discharge of water from Fire hydrant) (2) Plural pumps ① Open the water discharge valve for ALL of pumps at first. ② Open the valve of the hydrant before an engine start, check the pressure scale of the original pump.

  • Page 26: (Operation In Cold Districts In Winter)

    4. Handling of pump (Operation in cold districts in winter) 1. Before starting the engine (1) When cold, the battery capacity drops considerably. Make it a rule to charge it periodically. (2) Slowly pull the rope of recoil starter to see whether the pump rotates or not. ○...

  • Page 27: Periodical Inspections

    5. Periodical inspections 1. Periodical inspection schedule Item Every running Every month Every 6 months Every year Replenishment ● of fuel Replenishment of 2 cycle ● engine oil Cleaning of dust, ● etc. from outside Battery charging ● Cleaning of fuel ●...

  • Page 28: Inspection Method

    5. Periodical inspections 2. Inspection method To keep the safety of the firefighting pump and make use of every possible function, periodical inspections are essential. Inspect the firefighting pump correctly and in safe following the procedure below. Caution ○ Start the inspections and services after the engine is stopped and has cooled down sufficiently.
  • Page 29 5. Periodical inspections (2) Handling of Shibaura full-automatic charger A) Unpacking Take out the charger from the box. Warning ○ Remove packaging materials from the charger when charging with it. If not, a fire may be caused.  B) Place of installation Caution ○...
  • Page 30 5. Periodical inspections CHARGE UP POWER LED (RED) (GREEN) POWER OFF CHARGING 80% CHAEGED FULL CHAEGED D) Battery Charger safety function Safety Function shutdown the circuit when the Battery Charger detects the unusual power current. E) Troubleshooting CASE CAUSE SOLUTION POWER LED Improper connection (LED) will not turn...
  • Page 31 (5) Cleaning the ignition plug Use the ignition plug specified for a particular model. Model Spark plug FT450-A NGK B8HVX FT500-A Clean the ignition plugs contaminated with exhaust gas or carbon. A) Stop the engine and wait until it has cooled down sufficiently before starting any work.
  • Page 32 5. Periodical inspections (7) Vacuum test Even at the time of routine checkup by which the following water discharge test is unavailable, be sure to carry out a vacuum test. If the vacuum performance is poor or if there is a vacuum leakage, the water suction may be impossible or water may lose its force while discharging water at a discharging site.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    6. Troubleshooting For preventing the fire pump from troubles, routine checkup and maintenance are important. Let us locate any trouble at an early stage and remedy it immediately. For a trouble which is not easy to remove or not mentioned below, contact the sales agent specifying the model and serial number.
  • Page 34 6. Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy No sparks are Ground wire is short-circuited Repair produced short-circuited part Ignition plug is broken or Replace contaminated Ignition plug gap is improper Replace plug or adjust its gap Ignition coil is faulty Replace CDI unit is faulty Ditto Wiring is not connected properly or Review and adjust...
  • Page 35 6. Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy Governor Governor maladjusted Adjust system Governor actuating part worn Replace anomaly Fly weight caulked poorly Correct or replace Governor arm tightened poorly Readjust and retighten Governor spring tension poor Replace Governor lever link hole is worn or Replace or correct there is too much play Cooling...
  • Page 36 6. Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy Vacuum Air is sucked on account of poor Tighten securely leakage (water tightening of suction pipe flow Mechanical seal is faulty Replace discontinues at Oil seal is faulty Replace engine stop) Vacuum pump cock leaks Check and repair Casing rubber packing is faulty Replace...
  • Page 37 6. Troubleshooting 3. Electric Symptom Cause Remedy Starting motor dose Battery capacity is poor Recharge not rotate Magnet switch malfunctions Ditto Main switch is faulty Check or replace wiring Grounding is faulty Correct Fuse is blown Replace Battery is Battery is deteriorated Replace discharged soon Wiring is short-circuited...

  • Page 38: Specifications

    7. Specifications 1. Firefighting pump Model FT500-A FT450-A Class 737 ㎜×572 ㎜×765 ㎜ Long × wide × high 90 ㎏ Mass 2. Pump Method High-pressure 1-stage turbine pump (with inducer) Normal 1.01 m /min Normal 1.23 m /min Discharge water volume High pressure 0.64 m...
  • Page 39 7. Specifications 4. Engine Method Tilted air-cooled 2-cycle 2-cylinder type Model name E440C 68 ㎜ × 60 ㎜ × 2 Bore×stroke×number Displacement 436mL 22.8 ㎾/5800rpm Authorized output Cooling method Forced air cooling Lubrication method Separate lubrication Lubricating oil For 2 cycle engine Starting method Starting motor, recoil starter Fuel...

  • Page 40: Wiring Diagram

    8. Wiring diagram...
  • Page 44 200812300-0 2016.6 Printed in Japan URL:www.ihi-shibaura.com/english/...

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