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OPERATION MANUAL MODEL QP3THX TRASH PUMP (HONDA GX240RT2QMTNH1 GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #2 (06/03/20) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. PAGE 4 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
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Also, know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fi re department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 5...
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ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel. PAGE 6 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
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ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a Repair or replace all worn cables. hot engine. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 7...
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Use one point suspension hook and lift straight upwards. DO NOT lift machine to unnecessary heights. ALWAYS tie down equipment during transport by securing the equipment with rope. PAGE 8 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
TOTAL HEAD 3.3 FT 10 FT 16.7 FT 23.3 FT METERS 23.3 FT 16.7 FT 10 FT 3.3 FT GALS/MIN LITERS/MIN 1000 1500 Figure 2. QP3THX Performance Curve PAGE 10 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
In general always place the pump as close to the water as possible. 10,000 (3,048) PUMP SUPPORT The pump should always be placed on solid stationary ground in a level position. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 11...
Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull information refer to engine owner's manual. briskly and smoothly. 5. Fuel Valve Lever — OPEN to let fuel flow, CLOSE to stop the flow of fuel. PAGE 14 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal immediately! QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 15...
OPEN position (Figure 14) as the engine warms up. If the engine has Figure 10. Engine Choke Lever (Closed) not started repeat steps 1 through 6. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 17...
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1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and ALWAYS run engine at full speed while pumping. place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position. PAGE 18 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
This prevents backflow and allows for faster priming when the engine is restarted. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 19...
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ACCEPTABLE READING IS 25in Hg TRANSLATES INTO 25 FEET OF LIFT AT SEA LEVEL BETWEEN -25 AND -20 inHg PUMP VACUUM TESTER Figure 19. Pump Vacuum Tester PAGE 20 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
Refer to the HONDA shop Manual for service procedures. 3. For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. NOTICE Refer to manufacturer engine manual for specific servicing instructions. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 21...
(new or used) through the discharge opening on the pump and crank the engine several times. This will prevent excessive corrosion and also keep the mechanical seal lubricated. PAGE 24 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
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Engine overheats. Exhaust or muffler clogged with carbon. Clean or replace muffler. Replace spark plug with correct Spark plug heat value incorrect? type spark plug. PAGE 26 — QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20)
Impeller does not turn: Adjust clearance by removing shim from Impeller and volute binding? pump is hard to start. behind impeller. Defective engine? See Engine Owner's Manual. QP3THX TRASH PUMP • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/03/20) — PAGE 27...
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