Waterax MARK-3 Quick Manual

MARK-3
Watson Edition
Portable Fire Pump
QUICK GUIDE
This Quick Guide shows the basic operation instructions and safety precautions for the WATERAX MARK-3 Watson
Edition 4-stage high pressure pump.
•
The WATERAX MARK-3 Watson Edition pairs a WATERAX 4-stage pump end and 140cc 2-cycle engine.
•
For full specifications and performance curves, see the MARK-3 Watson Edition Data Sheet.
Read Your Owner's Manual
The improper use of this pump could result in serious injuries as
well as damage to the unit. Read the Owner's Manual before
using your pump unit and follow the safety instructions in this
Quick Guide. It contains very important safety information that
MUST be read, understood and followed to safeguard you and
your equipment from harm and damage. This pump must only
be operated by trained personnel.

Warnings

•
Do not operate if mentally or physically fatigued.
•
Always inspect hoses and piping to avoid burst injuries.
•
No modification and/or alteration may be made to the
pump. Any such modifications void the pump warranty
and can endanger pump operators.
•
Do not operate the pump above the maximum rated
pressure of 600 psi (41.4 bar). Use only pipe, hose, and
fittings rated at or above the max. pressure rating of the
pump or system design. Ensure special precautions
during tandem pumping and progressive hose lays.
•
Max. allowable pump intake pressure: 200 psi (13.8 bar)
•
Use slow close valves wherever possible to safeguard
operators and prevent damage from water hammer.
•
Ensure sufficient lighting (5 lx min.) during operation.
•
Dry weight of the unit: 44 lbs (20 kg).
•
Dimensions: L 21.6 x W 12 x H 14.6 in (L 54.9 x W 30.5
x H 37 cm)
®

Warnings and Safety Precautions

This warning label appears on the MARK-3 Watson Edition pump to
identify safety hazards as follows:
04/2023 – Page 1 of 4
Always wear eye and ear protection when operating
the pump unit. Sound level of the unit: 113 dB(A).
Never run the engine in a closed or confined area.
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide which is
poisonous. Avoid inhalation of exhaust gas.
Refuel engine with care. Gasoline is extremely
flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel in
a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped. Use
only fuel and oil type as recommended.
Never touch any exhaust system parts while
engine is running. Always allow enough time, after
stopping the unit, for proper cooling of these parts and
surrounding areas. Wear protective gloves.
Careful not to pinch your fingers. Do not place your
fingers near the cooling fan and the engine output shaft
when the engine is running. Never operate without the
fan shield.

Preventing Damage to Equipment

.
• Flush the pump with fresh water if the pump has been used
to pump salty, brackish, high mineral content water, water
containing debris, or foam injected water. Check that debris
is cleared before using the pump again.
• Always draft water using a suction strainer.