VFT BP4 motor pump and abide PUMP by all personal safety warnings. Improper use of the VFT BP4 pump may cause serious injury and damage to the pump. All operators must be familiar with the device and its capabilities before trying to operate the equipment in an emergency situation.
3. Drain all the water from the pump, collectors and lines in freezing weather. You can also pour a little anti-freeze into the 9. Use replacement parts supplied by Vallfirest to avoid damage pump and have it circulate through the pump and pipe system.
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION 3.1. VFT BP4 MOTOR PUMP The BP4 is a motor pump that combines maximum performance 2. The built-in electronics stop the motor when the pump has with a small size and low weight. This performance is provided no water, among other features.
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Spark plug tube Control panel On/Off switch Tachometer (Hours/Rpm) Air filter cap Motor carburation access Fuel inlet Grip Handle Gas lever 1/4” BSPT thread connection 1/2” NPSH thread connection 2” NPSH thread connection BP4 Exhaust...
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CONTROL PANEL RESET button for maintenance Motor warnings Maintenance overheating WARM UP MANT. OVERSPEED OVERHEAT RESET- MANT. Electronic over-speed cut-out system Cold motor Motor off if there is a pump filling warning loss 1.RESET - MANT.: Hold down for 5 seconds to reset the If the motor turns off, pull on the pull cord again with the maintenance warning indicator.
3. Check that all suction and release hoses are structurally firm and show no leakage. 1. When you receive and unbox your BP4 motor pump, visually inspect the product and make sure there is no damage. 4. Inspect all safety characteristics and make sure they are in Contact your Vallfirest representative or customer service if good conditions before using the pump.
Follow the cold start instructions yet with the gas lever in the rest position. 4.4.3. OTHER STARTING CONDITIONS 1. When a new VFT BP4 motor pump must be started or if it 2. If all the procedures mentioned above fail, keep the...
NOTE 2: Only use original spare parts when servicing the overheating and possible damage to the seal and components. That’s why the BP4 motor pump is equipped with an electronic motor. Do not replace components as this could affect the cut-off to prevent damage due to a fuel loss.
6. MAINTENANCE HOURS TASKS TO BE DONE Every 20 h (MANT. Indicator) Check and tighten screws Check the status of the silent block bushes and replace as necessary Check and adjust carburation Replace spark plug Clean the air filter Every 100 h Replace the air filter Replace the pull cord Replace the gasoline filter...
6.4. MUFFLER SCREWS Re-adjust the muffler screws securing it to the cylinder after the first 4 hours and check every 15 hours after that. Check the silent block bushes are adjusted after the first 4 hours and every 20 hours after that. 6.5.
6.7. CHECKING THE CARBURATION To check whether the motor carburation is correct, let it work for a few minutes with the gas open and stop the motor. Once cooled down, remove the spark plug and check the color of the porcelain inside the spark plug. The correct color is a coffee brown (Photo 1). If it is not this color, check with a mechanic for correct carburation adjustment.
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1. Remove the 6 screws from the bearing cover. a. Reverse the pump (use the “Pump body support” (6) ). Please remember that inner parts must be guided during this 2. Remove the screw from the end of the shaft suction. task (use the “Tool for dismantling impellers and distributors”...
6.9. ASSEMBLING THE PUMP NOTE: Inspect all components for wear, damage or corrosion. 7. Install the O-rings in the distributors and lubricate with Replace any components as necessary. Always use new grease. O-rings. 8. Place the distributor in the pump body hole (use the “tool 1.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE RECOMMENDATION MOTOR START FAILURE Starter button in “OFF”. Place in the “ON/RUN” position. No fuel in the tank. Fill the tank. Closed fuel stopcock. Open the stopcock. Fuel tank filter or hose Clean the filter and the fuel line. obstructed.
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- Check the suction foot valve. If drainage is full, clean it. - Make sure the water suction is not blocked by debris. - If the suction hose is not made by Vallfirest, make sure the diameter is not too restrictive for the water pump requirements.
This warranty will not be valid for the VFT where normal use has ended the useful life of a part. BP4 motor pump when the pump has been used in a manner considered by VFT Vallfirest as unusual or unapproved.
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