Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product EW400TR Makita
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PUMP EW2OOTR MODEL EW3OOTR EW400TR INSTRUCTION MANUAL I ISSUEEMD-PU0835 I piEGKq.
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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing a Makita trash pump. This manual covers operation and maintenance of trash pumps. All information in this publication is based on the latest product infor- mation available at the time of approval for printing. Please read this manual carefully before operating.
ID PUMP SAFETY Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. SURROUNDINGS H Operate the pump on a stable, level surface free of small rocks, loose gravel, etc. H Keep pump at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings. H Keep pump away from flammables and other hazardous materials (trash, rags, lubricants, explosives).
Spark plug Fuel cock Speed control lever Fuel tank Plug(priming) Pump strainer Drain plug (at two places) -2-.
3. PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING 1. Connect the suction hose. Use a reinforced-wall or wire braided hose to prevent suction collapse. Since the pump’s self-priming time is directly proportional to hose length, a short hose is recommended. tion hose. Gravel or debris sucked into the pump will cause serious 2.
4. Check the fuel level. If level is low, fill to the shoulder of the fuel filter. Use fresh, clean automotive gasoline. 5. Check the priming water. It is recommended that the water chamber of pump casing should be primed with full of water before operating.
4. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Open the fuel cock. 2. Set the speed control lever to “START.” -. .. . . . EW400TR 3. Close the choke. m If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, close the choke half-way, or keep it open fully. If the engine is cold, or the ambient temperature is low, close the choke.
4. Pull the starter handle slowly until re- sistance is felt. This is the "compression" point. Return the handle to its original position and pull swiftly. Do not pull out the rope all the way. I After starting the engine, allow the starter handle return to its original position while still holding the handle.
5. OPERATION 1. After starting the engine, gradually open choke by turning the choke lever and finally keep it open fully. H Do not fully open the choke immediately when the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low, because the engine may stop.
6. STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Set the speed control lever to the low speed position and allow the engine to run at low speed for 2 or 3 minutes before stopping. 2. Keep depressing the STOP BUTON until the engine stops. Do not stop the engine suddenly when it is running at high speed.
DAILY INSPECTION Before running the pump, check the following service items: Enough fuel. m Excessive vibration, noise. Clean air cleaner element. Safe surroundings. Enough clean engine oil. D Leakage of gasoline and engine oil. Loose or broken bolts and nuts.
a. "HOW TOWAINTENANCE INSPECTING THE SPARK PLUG w Clean off carbon deposits on the plug electrode using a plug cleaner or wire brush. Check electrode gap. Adjust it to between 0.02 and 0.03 inches. (0.6 and 0.7") ENGINE OIL CHANGE Initial oil change .
SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER Maintaining an air cleaner in proper condition is very important. Dirt induced through im- properly installed, improperly serviced or in- adequate elements, wears out engines. Keep the element always clean. (a) Unlock the cover and remove the cleaner element.
Pump does not run. I Pumping volume is small. Pump does not self-prime. 7 c Engine does not start. (See page 13.) Sticking of impeller (Disassemble and clean.) Sucking air at suction side (Check piping at suction side.) Drop in engine output (Consult your nearest dealer.
fore you take the pump to your Makita dealer. If you still have trouble after com- pleting the checks, take the pump to your nearest Makita dealer. 1. Remove the plug and connect it to the plug cap. Pull the starter handle while putting the plug against the engine ground.
10. PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE ~~~ ~ I Drain all water from the drain plug. , I When retightening drain plug, be sure to clean the drain plug and the thread of casincl. Otherwise, the [CAUTION 1u thread may be da6aged. II J 1 Remove the strainer cup, and open the strainer cock to discharge the fuel from the fuel tank.
11 OIL SENSOR INSTRUCTIONS OIL SENSOR (OPTION) (a) The oil sensor detects the fall in oil level in the crankcase and automatically stops the engine when the oil level falls down below the predetermined level. (b) When engine has stopped automatically, check the oil level.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase.
An important point after buying a device Makita EW400TR (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Makita EW400TR yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Makita EW400TR - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Makita EW400TR you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Makita EW400TR will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Makita EW400TR, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Makita EW400TR.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Makita EW400TR. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Makita EW400TR along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
