Multiquip AP6 Series - Manual (Page 20)

PAGE 20 — AP6/AP8 SERIES TRASH PUMPS • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/11/14)
PUMP COMPONENTS (AP6/AP8)
Figure 5. Pump Components
Figure 5 and Figure 6 show the location of the components
for the AP6/AP8 series pumps. The function of each
component or control is described below:
1.
Discharge Port – When connecting discharge hose
to this port, use galvanized Bauer flange ball coupler.
2. ValveMatic Discharge Valve – For low friction, high
flow water discharge. 100% airtight, Ductile Iron w/
epoxy coating, no slam flapper valve design with easy
access clean-out.
3. Diesel Engine – AP6 series pumps use a John Deere
49 HP turbo diesel engine and the AP8 series pumps
use a 66 HP John Deere turbo diesel engine. Reference
Table 3 for more detailed information.
4. Lifting Bail – Attach a suitable lifting device to this
lifting point when lifting of the pump is required. Lifting
device should be capable of lifting 6,000 lbs. (2,721 kg)
maximum.
5. Flooded Suction Valve – Easy ON/OFF ball valve that
quickly orients the pump to provide flooded suction
operation.
6. Air Separator Chamber – Component essential in
suction air evacuation that assists in the automatic
pump priming process. Easy clean out port and quick
action flooded suction valve.
7. Suction Port – When connecting suction hose to this
port use galvanized Bauer flange socket coupler.
8. Fuel Drain Plug – Remove this plug to drain the fuel.
9. Air Discharge Hose/Drain – Air outlet for the venturi
priming system. Can also be used to drain water from
the pump.
10. Leveling Jackstand (4) – Use these four adjustable
jack stands (front/rear) to level and stabilize the pump.
Always make sure jack stands are deployed before
operating pump and make sure pump is always placed
on secure level ground where it will not slip or slide.
11. Tires – Both AP6/AP8 series pumps use ST225/75D15
type tires. Replace with only recommended type tires.
Replace defective or worn tires immediately.
12. Tie Down Rings (4) – Solid tie down eyelets for safe
flat bed and vehicle transportation.
13. Silent Canopy – To reduce noise, a sound attenuated
canopy is available. The AP6 will maintain a sound level
of 63 dB(A), while the AP8 canopy series will provide
a sound level of 66 dB(A) @ 23 ft. (7 meters)
14. Locking Handle – The silent canopy provides for six
locking-hinged doors with three removal panels that
allow unrestricted access to all compartments for
servicing.
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