Before Starting The Machine - Wacker Neuson PT2A Manual Del Operador

Operation
Continued from the previous page.
3. Connect the strainer (c) to the suction hose.
■ Always use a strainer on the end of the suction hose to prevent pulling in
■ Do not use a strainer with holes larger than the maximum solid-size rating of
Machine
PT2
PT3
PT4
4. Submerge the suction hose.
■ Do not place the strainer directly into mud or sand. Always keep the strainer
5. Connect the discharge hose (e) to the discharge port (f).
Note: Lay the discharge hose as straight as possible. Avoid sharp bends and
turns.
6. Prime the pump. To do so:
a. Remove the priming plug (g).
b. With the suction hose submerged, fill the pump housing with water.
c. Close the priming plug.
4.5

Before Starting the Machine

Before starting the machine, perform each item on the following checklist.
 Read and understand the engine owner's manual.
Pre-operation
checks
 Review and follow the safety instructions found in the front of this Operator's
Manual.
 Check the suction hose and discharge hose for holes or tears.
External
checks
 Make sure that the hose couplings and hose clamps are attached.
 Check that the priming plug is closed.
 Check the tightness of the external fasteners—tighten the external fasteners as
necessary.
 Check engine oil and fuel levels—fill as required.
Internal
checks
 Check the condition of the air cleaner—remove debris or replace air cleaner.
large debris which could clog the pump or jam the impeller.
the pump.
Maximum solid-size rating
25 mm (1 in.)
38 mm (1.5 in.)
50 mm (2 in.)
suspended (d) in the liquid being pumped.
PT2A / PT3A / PT4A
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