Davey PORTABLE SELF PRIMING PUMPS Firefighter 5 Series User Manual

Portable self priming pumps, Installation and operating instructions, Davey

PORTABLE
SELF PRIMING
PUMPS

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Engine: Fill sump with oil to correct level before starting the four stroke engine.

Operation at high altitudes, high temperatures and/or humidity will

reduce engine performance.

These Instructions and the accompanying engine manufacturer’s

instructions must be delivered with the pump to the operator.

NOTE:

• Your Davey pump is fitted with a four stroke engine WHICH

REQUIRES OIL IN THE SUMP.

• Petrol engines require UNLEADED petrol in the fuel tank.

• Read ALL instructions to avoid equipment failure which may not be

covered by guarantee.

• Fill sump with oil and pump with water before starting. YANMAR

diesel engines do not have low oil protection. Check oil levels and

maintain oil quality regularly.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The Honda and Briggs & Stratton engines fitted to Davey Firefighters

have an automatic oil level cut-out which will stop the engine and/or

prevent starting when oil level is low and/or when engine is tilted.

IN EMERgENCY CIRCUMSTANCES ONLY, OIL LEvEL CUT-OUT MAY BE

DISABLED AS FOLLOWS:

FOR HONDA: Disconnect yellow lead to starting switch at ‘bullet’ junction.

FOR BRIggS & STRATTON: Remove lead from ‘oil guard’ sensor. In

Vanguard models this should be done at the sensor light. In INTEK models

this should be done at the sensor plug, which is located in the crankcase cover.

NOTE: WARRANTY FROM THE ENgINE MANUFACTURERS MAY BE

JEOPARDISED BY SUCH ACTIONS.

Davey

Repair or Replacement Guarantee

In the unlikely event in Australia or New Zealand that this Davey product develops any malfunction within warranty

periods beginning from the date of original purchase due to faulty materials or manufacture, Davey will at our option

repair or replace it for you free of charge, subject to the conditions below.

Should you experience any difficulties with your Davey product, we suggest in the first instance that you contact

the Davey Dealer from which you purchased the Davey product. Alternatively you can phone our Customer Service

line on 1300 367 866 in Australia, or 0800 654 333 in New Zealand, or send a written letter to Davey at the address

listed below. On receipt of your claim, Davey will seek to resolve your difficulties or, if the product is faulty or

defective, advise you on how to have your Davey product repaired, obtain a replacement or a refund.

Your Davey Guarantee naturally does not cover normal wear or tear, replacement of product consumables (i.e.

mechanical seals, bearings or capacitors), loss or damage resulting from misuse or negligent handling, improper

use for which the product was not designed or advertised, failure to properly follow the provided installation and

operating instructions, failure to carry out maintenance, corrosive or abrasive water or other liquid, lightning or high

voltage spikes, or unauthorized persons attempting repairs. Where applicable, your Davey product must only be

connected to the voltage shown on the nameplate.

Your Davey Guarantee does not cover freight or any other costs incurred in making a claim. Please retain your

receipt as proof of purchase; you MUST provide evidence of the date of original purchase when claiming under the

Davey Guarantee.

Davey shall not be liable for any loss of profits or any consequential, indirect or special loss, damage or injury of

any kind whatsoever arising directly or indirectly from Davey products. This limitation does not apply to any liability

of Davey for failure to comply with a consumer guarantee applicable to your Davey product under the Australian

or New Zealand legislation and does not affect any rights or remedies that may be available to you under the

Australian or New Zealand Consumer Legislation.

In Australia, you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other

reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail

to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Should your Davey product require repair or service after the guarantee period; contact your nearest Davey Dealer

or phone the Davey Support Centre on the number listed below.

For a complete list of Davey Dealers visit our website (davey.com.au) or call:

* Installation and operating instructions are included with the product when purchased new.

They may also be found on our website.

P/N 49367-7 supersedes P/N 49367-6

AUSTRALIA
Davey Support Centre

6 Lakeview Drive,

Scoresby, Australia 3179

Ph:

1300 367 866

Fax:

1300 369 119

Website: davey.com.au

Davey Water Products Pty Ltd
Member of the GUD Group
ABN 18 066 327 517

NEW ZEALAND
Davey Support Centre

7 Rockridge Avenue,

Penrose, Auckland 1061

Ph:

0800 654 333

Fax:

09 527 7654

Website: daveynz.co.nz

Davey Guarantee Period

Firefighter Liquid End - One Year

Engines fitted to Davey pumps are the responsibility of the engine manufacturer or their representative

The manufacturer’s stated guarantee terms and conditions are contained in the owners / operators

manual provided with this pump.