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Shibaura TF516MH-AB Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
FIREFIGHTING PUMP
TF516MH-AB
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.

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  • Page 1 TF516MH-AB 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 2: 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 ---------------------------------------- 7 3. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) --------------------------------- 9 (Operating method) ---------------------------------------- 13 (Discharging with multiple pumps) ------------------------ 19 (Suction and discharge of water from Fire hydrant) ------ 20...

  • Page 3: 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 4: 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 5: 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, firemen, volunteer disaster prevention expedition team member, and maintenance/inspection service men that has been specifically trained for safe operation.
  • Page 6 1. Matters to be attended to 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) Cautions before starting operation Warning Install the pump more than 3 m apart from combustibles. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉...
  • Page 7 1. Matters to be attended to for safety Caution Connect the fire hose securely and make sure that it does not fall out. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 If the hose falls out while water is being discharged, it may injure people around it.
  • Page 8 1. Matters to be attended to for safety Caution Never touch the muffler and exhaust pipe during operation since they become very hot. 〈If you do not observe the instruction〉 You may be burned. (4) Caution for inspections and services Warning When the battery cap is removed, do not bring fire close to it.

  • Page 9: Name Of Components

    2. Name of components Operating side Recoil starter side...
  • Page 10 2. Name of components Pump side Non-operation side...

  • Page 11: Handling Of Pump

    3. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 1. Unpacking (1) Check the name of the machine shown on the box surface to see whether it is what you ordered. (2) Cut the band bound on the box. (3) Pull up the box; the main unit of the machine and accessories will come out. (4) Check that the following components are included.
  • Page 12 3. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 3. Replenishing the fuel (1) Supply the fuel into the tank (tank capacity 4.2L). The engine of this firefighting pump is fueled independently of the lubricating tank. Supply automobile regular gasoline up to the “F” mark of the fuel gauge.
  • Page 13 3. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 4. Installation (1) Place the pump on a flat place close to a water source. Warning ○ Install the pump more than 3 m from combustibles. ○ Remove dried grass and other objects which may catch fire easily before installing the pump.
  • Page 14 3. Handling of pump (Before starting operation) 5. Operator (1) Though the firefighting pump is small-sized, it is a high-performance machine generating strong power. If it is operated in a wrong way, serious accident including death may be caused. Warning ○...

  • Page 15: (Operating Method)

    3. 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 Pull down the fuel cock lever to the lowest point to open it.
  • Page 16 3. Handling of pump (Operating method) (2) Set the throttle dial ② to the “START” position. (When the engine is warmed by the warming-up process, set the throttle dial ② to the “RESTART” or “SLOW” position.) (3) Turn the main switch ③ fully clockwise to the “START”...
  • Page 17 3. Handling of pump (Operating method) 2. Sucking up the water (1) Set the throttle dial ② to the “SUCTION” position. (2) Pull the water suction lever ④ toward you and operate the vacuum pump to suck up the water. ○...
  • Page 18 3. Handling of pump (Operating method) Caution ○ Do not touch the ignition plug or high-tension cord during operation. ⚫ You may receive an electric shock. Caution ○ During operation or immediately after operation, the exhaust pipe becomes very hot. Never touch them ⚫...
  • Page 19 3. Handling of pump (Operating method) 6. Connecting a hose Warning ○ Insert the plug-in intermediate fixture until clicking. Hold the receiving fixture and pull the plug-in fixture to check that the claw is hitched on the collar and joined firmly. ⚫...
  • Page 20 3. Handling of pump (Operating method) 8. Storing the pump The firefighting pump is such a machine that is usually out of operation after being operated for a short time. Therefore, storing it under proper condition is essential in order that the pump operates satisfactorily when required next time or to secure its long life.

  • Page 21: (Discharging With Multiple Pumps)

    3. 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 22: (Suction And Discharge Of Water From Fire Hydrant)

    3. 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 23 3. 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 24: (Operation In Cold Districts In Winter)

    3. Handling of pump (Operation in cold districts in winter) 1. Before starting the engine (1) In cold seasons, battery performance deteriorates remarkably. Charge the battery periodically as such as possible. (2) Pull the rope of the recoil starter gently to check that the pump is operated. If the pump does not operate, the pump is freezing.

  • Page 25: Periodical Inspections

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

  • Page 26: Inspection Method

    4. 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 27 ○ Entrust a professional industrial waste disposal dealer with disposal of the battery, oil, grease, etc. ⚫ If not, fire, burnt or environmental pollution may result. (2) Handling of Shibaura full-automatic charger a. HOW to USE ① Before charging, check that the power plug is disconnected (that is, the body of this charger in a stopped state).
  • Page 28 4. Periodical inspections b. PROTECTIVE OPERATIONS ① Input (primary side): Protected from circuit errors by current fuse. ② Output (secondary side): Protected from battery reverse connection and output short-circuiting by electronic circuit and circuit breaker. c. INSPECTION METHOD of ABNORMALITIES CONDITIONS CAUSE SOLUTIONS...
  • Page 29 4. Periodical inspections (4) Change of fuel in tank After the fuel is stored for a long time, it may deteriorate and not start the engine smoothly. Sediment may attach the carburetor and rust generated. When the fuel has decreased down to the middle of the specified fuel level, replenish the fuel so that those troubles do not occur.
  • Page 30 4. Periodical inspections (7) Inspection of V belt If the belt of the vacuum pump has elongated, worn away or cracked, replace it with a new one. A) Remove the belt cover. B) Extract 4 drive pulley tightening bolts, divide the drive pulley into two parts and remove from the axis.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    5. 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 32 5. 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 33 5. 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 34 5. 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 Vacuum pump cock leaks Check and repair engine stop) Casing rubber packing is faulty Replace Water discharge valve rubber is Replace or clean...
  • Page 35 5. Troubleshooting 3. Electric Symptom Cause Remedy Starting motor dose Battery capacity is poor Recharge not rotate Magnet switch malfunctions Ditto Start 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 36: Specifications

    6. Specifications 1. Firefighting pump Model TF516MH-AB Class 555 ㎜×466 ㎜×520 ㎜ Long × wide × high 41 ㎏ Mass 2. Pump Method High-pressure 1-stage turbine pump (with inducer) Model name C505 Normal 0.505 m /min Discharge water volume High pressure 0.273 m /min Normal 0.5 ㎫...
  • Page 37 6. Specifications 4. Engine Method Air-cooled, 2-cycle, vertical 1-cylinder type Model name E180A Displacement 182mL 8.1 ㎾ Authorized output Cooling method Forced air cooling Lubrication method Separate lubrication Lubricating oil For 2 cycle engine Starting method Starting motor, recoil starter Fuel Regular automotive gasoline Ignition method...

  • Page 38: Wiring Diagram

    7. Wiring diagram...
  • Page 40 K20000120-0 2018.9 Printed in Japan...

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