Section 3 Operation; Operation And Use Questions; Pump Output - Generac G0071260 El Manual Del Propietario

Section 3 Operation

Operation and Use Questions

If you have any problems operating your
chemical pump, please call Generac customer
service at 1-888-GENERAC (888-436-3722).
Placing Chemical Pump for Use
DANGER
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce
carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust sys-
tem is equipped with a spark arrestor, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in effec-
tive working order. Other states or federal
jurisdictions may have similar laws. Place the
pump on a level surface free from any
obstructions or potential hazards. The pump
should be placed close to the material level to
ensure maximum performance.
• Only operate pump outdoors in a well venti-
lated area. Never operate pump indoors, or
in a confined space. Be aware of building
openings and ventilation systems where
exhaust may enter during use.
• See Figure 3-1. Keep at least five (5) ft (152
cm) of clearance on all sides of pump
including overhead.
• Verify pump is placed on level ground to
avoid tipping during operation.
• Submerge strainer.
NOTE: Suspend and use a strainer on end of
suction line if there is any mud, sand, or
particles that may cause pump damage.
• Place discharge hose in appropriate loca-
tion to pump chemicals. Make sure hose is
securely attached to discharge. Verify that
the hose opening is unobstructed.
8
(000103)
Figure 3-1. Minimum of Five Feet
(000110)
Equipment damage. The hose can be damaged if it
comes in contact with the hot engine muffler. Keep
hose away from muffler during operation.

Pump Output

See Figure
(000108)
by the type, length, and size of the suction and
discharge hoses. Suction head is the distance
(A) from the intake to the suction port. The
pumping height, total head, is the distance (B)
from the intake to the point of discharge. Mini-
mizing the suction hose length and distance
(A) allows for more effective pump priming
and use.
NOTE: Total suction head should not exceed
26 ft (8 m).
NOTE: NEVER shut off flow while engine is
running, as overheating of liquid or cavitation
may result in damaging the pump.
Clearance
CAUTION
3-2. Pump output will be affected
Figure 3-2. Pump Output
Owner's Manual for Chemical Pump
Operation
001368
(000124)
B
A
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