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OPERATION MANUAL MODELS WT5HP/WTE5HP WT5HPSG/WTE5HPSG WT5HPYC/WTE5HPYC WATER TRAILERS (HONDA GX160U1TX2NH1 GASOLINE ENGINE) (QP205SHLF HIGH PRESSURE CENTRIFUGAL PUMP) Revision #2 (05/21/21) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. PN 59248...
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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. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 5...
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No one other than the operator is to be in the working area when the equipment is in operation. DO NOT use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications. PAGE 6 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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DO NOT fi ll/pump heavy debris laden water. if operating in speed ranges above the maximum allowable. Fix damage to machine and replace any broken parts immediately. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 7...
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“gross Use the trailer’s swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to vehicle weight rating.” a level position while parked. PAGE 8 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center promotes energy cost savings. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 9...
Pressurized Rear Spray Nozzles Municipal Fire Hydrant Steel Pipe - QD Fill Methods 1.5" and 2" QD Cam and Groove Adapter Three Std. Garden Hose Adapters PAGE 10 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
For convenience, a formed steel hose bin has been provided for the storage of hoses and accessories during Contact your nearest Multiquip dealer for any hoses or transport. accessories that you may need. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 13...
COMPONENTS (WATER TRAILER) Figure 2. Water Trailer Components PAGE 14 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Never tow the water trailer if these lights are In addition this valve can be used as a discharge port inoperative. depending on the position of the manifold control lever. See Table 5. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 15...
10. Fuel Tank — Holds unleaded gasoline. For additional information refer to engine owner’s manual. PAGE 16 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel. NOTICE Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for specific servicing instructions. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 17...
(Figure 7D). pump and damage to the impeller system. BODY SCREEN MESH FILTER GASKET RING IN-LINE FILTER Figure 7. Inspecting/Cleaning In-Line Water Filter PAGE 18 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
1/3 of the way toward the fast position. CHOKE LEVER THROTTLE LEVER CLOSED Figure 11. Engine Choke Lever (Open) SLOW FAST Figure 9. Throttle Lever (1/3 Start Position) WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 19...
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Figure 14. Throttle Lever (Run) 12. Set manifold and spray bar control handles as STARTER GRIP referenced in Table 5 to activate pumping. Figure 13. Starter Grip PAGE 20 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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1. Move the throttle lever quickly to the IDLE position, and to the OFF position (Figure 16). place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position. ENGINE SWITCH Figure 16. Engine ON/OFF Switch (OFF Position) WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 21...
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Position B Discharge (Horizontal/Right) (Horizontal) Position 3 Position A Discharge/Spray (Horizontal/Right) (Vertical) Spray Only Position 3 Position A Dust Caps Attached (Horizontal/Right) (Vertical) To All 3 Ports PAGE 22 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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SPRAY BAR CONTROL HANDLE DRAWING ENGINE ON AIR IN ONLY MANIFOLD CONTROL HANDLE DRAWING AIR IN ONLY Figure 19. Do Not Use Mode (Engine On) WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 23...
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2” DIA. STEEL PIPE WATER TANK FILL PORT (2” QD MALE COUPLER) WATER TANK FIRE HYDRANT DISCHARGE HOSE FIRE HYDRANT Figure 20. Fire Hydrant Connection PAGE 24 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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2” CAM & GROOVE MALE QD COUPLER WATER SOURCE RIGID WALL GARDEN HOSE OR SUCTION TYPE GARDEN HOSE REQUIRED SUCTION HOSE Figure 21. Filling Water Tank (Water Source) WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 25...
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FRONT filling the Pump Casing with water and then re-securing the fill cap. 2.0” CAMA ND GROOVE MALE QD REAR SPRAY SPRAY Figure 22. Discharging Water PAGE 26 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
(Figure 24). Figure 26. UNDER PUMP CASE WATER TRAILER (NEAR ENGINE) GARDEN HOSE DRAIN PLUG Figure 24. Removing Drain Plug Figure 26. Third Garden Hose Bib Location WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 27...
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8. Rotate the manifold control handle to the 9 o’clock position (horizontal/left) and leave it there (Figure 28). MANIFOLD CONTROL HANDLE Figure 28. Manifold Control Handle Position PAGE 28 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
NOTICE 25 in. Hg (inches of mercury) translates into 25 feet of lift at sea level. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 29...
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(2) These items should be serviced by your service dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the HONDA Shop Manual for service procedures. (3) For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. PAGE 30 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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(Specifications). DO NOT overfill. 4. Install drain bolt with sealing washer and tighten securely. GAP: 0.024 - 0.028 in. (0.6 - 0.7 mm.) Figure 30. Spark Plug Gap WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 31...
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This will prevent excessive corrosion and also keep the mechanical seal lubricated. Drain water tank completely. WING NUT AIR CLEANER PAPER FILTER COVER ELEMENT FOAM FILTER ELEMENT GASKET Figure 32. Engine Air Cleaner PAGE 32 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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80-degree angle should be used. 5. Rotate the starwheel in the opposite direction until the wheel turns freely with a slight drag. Figure 34. Hydraulic Brake Actuator WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 33...
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Brake system can be modulated to provide more or less braking force, thus easing the brake load on the towing vehicle. PAGE 34 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Brakes Enough brake fluid or correct Replace rubber parts brakes, you must pull the pin from the switch and confirm fluid? fill with dot 4 fluid. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 35...
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If this is the case, service wheel bearings immediately. The possibility exists of the wheels falling off causing equipment damage and severe bodily harm even death! PAGE 36 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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DO NOT repair cracked or broken welds unless you have a certified welder perform the repair. If not, have the welds repaired by your dealer. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 37...
Allow plenty of room for passing. A rule of thumb is that • Tires are not visibly low on pressure. the passing distance with a trailer is 4 times the passing distance without the trailer. PAGE 38 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the The trailer VIN tag contains the critical safety information Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your trailer. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 39...
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Also, before you start towing, adjust the mirrors so you can see the trailer as well as the area to the rear of it. Figure A. Vehicle VIN Tag PAGE 40 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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To determine the “empty” or “net” weight of your trailer, the towing vehicle. weigh it on an axle scale. To fi nd the weight of the trailer WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 41...
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Also, the ball size must be the same as the coupler size. If Ball Hitch Bulldog, 2 5/16" Option (EE56638) the hitch ball is too small, too large, is underrated, is loose PAGE 42 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Raise the jackstand to a height where it will not interfere The bottom surface of the coupler must be above the with the road. top of the hitch ball. Use the tongue jackstand to support WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 43...
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Replace the breakaway brake battery (if equipped) at enough slack to permit turning and to hold tongue intervals specifi ed by manufacturer. up, if the trailer comes loose. PAGE 44 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Wood or concrete blocks Raise the jackstand to a height where it will not interfere may also be used. with the road. PAGE 46 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Tighten lug nuts before each tow. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 47...
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VIN (Certifi cation) label at the left front of the trailer Improve fuel economy. (See Figure I). Increase the tire life. PAGE 48 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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You may not fi nd this information on all tires because it is put in the tire under normal driving conditions. not required by law. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 49...
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Max. Load Single kg (lbs) at kPa (psi) Cold: This replace a damaged tire before towing the trailer. information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single. PAGE 50 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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Most trailer axles are built with sealed bearings that are not serviceable. Sealed bearings must be replaced as complete units. Figure L. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 51...
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WTE5HP comes with a 7-pin signals and any clearance lights for proper operation. connector. Reference wiring diagram below. Figure M. Trailer to Tow Vehicle Wiring Diagram PAGE 52 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
Impeller does not turn: Adjust clearance by removing shim from pump is hard to start. Impeller and volute binding? behind impeller. Defective engine? See Engine Owner’s Manual. WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21) — PAGE 53...
Fuel fi lter/lines clogged? Replace fuel fi lter. Fuel tank cap breather hole clogged? Clean or replace fuel tank cap. Air in fuel line? Bleed fuel line. PAGE 54 — WT5HP SERIES WATER TRAILER • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/21/21)
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OPERATION MANUAL HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING Your Local Dealer is: PN: 59248...
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