Briggs & Stratton 073004 WP15-225 - Manual (Page 9)

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OPERATION
Prime the Water Pump
1. Remove plug from top of pump (Figure 7).
2. Fill pump with clean, clear water up to top of discharge
outlet (Figure 7).
3. Replace pump plug.
Locate Strainer Basket Into Water
Source
Place strainer basket into water to be pumped. Basket must
be fully immersed in water (Figure 8).
• NEVER operate pump without strainer connected to end of
suction hose.
• Keep strainer out of sand or silt, place in bucket or on stones.
• DO NOT let pump run dry or damage to seals may result.
Improper treatment of water pump can damage it and
shorten its life.
CAUTION
Figure 8 — Place Strainer Basket into Water
• Be sure pump chamber is filled with water before starting the
engine. NEVER run pump without priming.
Improper treatment of water pump can damage it and
shorten its life.
CAUTION
Figure 7 — Prime the Water Pump
Typical Water Pump Shown
Figure 6 — Head
Typical Water Pump Shown
Discharge Head
- 200 feet (61m)
Maximum
Suction Head
- 25 feet (8m)
Maximum
Total Head
- 225 feet (69m)
Maximum