Starting The Engine - Honda WMP20X Owner's Manual

If you need to leave the pump for any reason, always turn the engine
OFF.
Operator Responsibility
It is the operator's responsibility to provide the necessary safeguards
to protect people and property against chemical leakage. Refer to the
handling instructions provided by the manufacturer of the chemical
before operating the pump.
Know how to stop the pump quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls and connections.
Be sure that anyone who operates the pump receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the pump. Keep children, pets,
and bystanders away from the area of operation.
Pump Operation
Do not use for pumping liquids for human consumption.
Never pump flammable liquids such as gasoline or fuel oils. An
explosion may result, causing serious injury.
Pump only those chemicals listed in the APPROVED LIQUIDS table
on page 6 of this manual. Pumping chemicals that are not listed may
result in damage to the pump or injury to the operator.
Never start the pump without water or an approved liquid in the pump
housing or damage to the pump seal will result.
Operate the pump on a level surface. If the engine is tilted, fuel may
spill.
Do not enclose the pump in any structure.
Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine
has started. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before
starting the pump. Keep flammable materials away from the pump.
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine stopped
and allowed to cool, and the pump on a level surface. Do not overfill
the fuel tank. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and
sparks away. Always store gasoline in an approved container. Make
sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the
engine.
Hot Exhaust
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a
while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler
while it is hot. Let the engine cool before transporting the pump or
storing it indoors.
To prevent fire hazards, keep the pump at least 3 feet (1 meter) away
from building walls and other equipment during operation. Do not
place flammable objects close to the engine.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and
odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of
consciousness and may lead to death.
If you run the pump in an area that is confined, or even partly
enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of
exhaust gas.
Never run the engine inside a closed garage, house, or confined area.
8

Starting the Engine

Remove the priming filler cap and completely fill the pump chamber
with water before starting the engine and then replace the filler cap
(page 5).
1. Turn the fuel valve
to the ON position.
2. Move the choke
lever to the
CLOSED position.
Do not use the
choke if the engine
is warm or the
ambient
temperature is high.
3. Turn the ignition
switch to the ON
position.
4. Move the throttle
lever slightly to the
left.
5. Pull the starter grip
lightly until
resistance is felt,
then pull it briskly.
NOTICE
Return the starter
grip slowly back to
the engine to prevent damage to the starter.
6. As the engine warms up, gradually move the choke lever to the
OPEN position.
7. Set the throttle to the desired speed to produce the best pumping
conditions.
Pump output can be controlled by adjusting the throttle lever to
the desired position.
At FULL throttle position, the pump will deliver the highest output
volume. Moving the throttle toward the IDLE position will
decrease the output volume of the pump.
The throttle lever should be placed in the FULL position during
priming, to reduce priming time.
FUEL VALVE
ON
CHOKE LEVER
CLOSED
IGNITION
SWITCH
THROTTLE LEVER
FULL
ON
IDLE