DAILY MAINTENANCE AND OPERATING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THE FOLLOWING PAGES AND INFORMATION ARE SPECIFICALLY FOR THE 4” RAPTOR DIESEL DRIVEN ROAD TOW PUMPS
BEFORE STARTING THIS PUMP – PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS, IT’S FOR YOUR SAFETY!
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure that the pump and all accessories hired are looked after and maintained.
Failure to do this could incur additional charges at the end of the hire.
You are required to do daily check on the equipment as detailed below
Should the pump canopy need to be opened, this can be done from the pipe work side – release the two clips either side and pull the canopy in an upwards motion. There are hydraulic piston that assists with keeping the canopy open – and a release clip (RED) in the front of the canopy that needs to be released before closing the canopy.
Please ensure the canopy is closed and clipped before operating the pump.
REQUIRED DAILY CHECKS:
All the checks below must be done before you start the engine – Please, do not do this whilst the engine is running!
1. ENGINE OIL LEVEL.
Remove the Engine oil Dipstick (RED handle),
Check the engine oil level,
Top up with the specified engine oil to required level.
Recommended to use 15W-40 Type oil or similar approved.
Please ensure dip stick is clean before replacing it in the dip stick tube.
2. FUEL LEVELS.
Check the fuel level gauge next to the fuel cap.
Add diesel fuel as required.
We recommend daily refuelling.
Where possible – if the unit is being moved around the site – let the diesel settle before starting the pump. There may be residue or sediment that could potentially block the inline filters.
You may only use White Deisel in these pumps !
Please do not mix or use Biodiesel fuels.
These pumps are fitted with an option where an external fuel tank can be fitted for long duration running.
If there is no external fuel tank connected – make sure the lever is positioned in to the right side.
3. MECHANICAL SEAL OIL.
Check the level of the Mechanical Seal Lubricant in the sight glass located on the side of the pump.
If its below half way on the glass, top up with recommended oil – this can be a mineral industrial gear oil (Trojan 150) or similar type.
This is topped up by removing the alen key grub screw and and filling with prescribed oil. If at any point you notice that the oil becomes discoloured or white – this indicates a damaged seal and our office needs to be notified.
Please inform our engineer if this level was low.
4. VACUUM PUMP
Check the sight glass located on the side of the vacuum pump, (The vacuum pump is the large “silver/aluminium part between the pump and the engine) we have supplied a small bottle of oil (located next to the battery) to be used to top up this oil. If there is any large significant losses of oil – please inform our office immediately.
5. FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPERATOR.
Where fitted, please check the inline fuel. Check for any small residue or dirt.
The pump will function normally if there is sediment, however – this will be looked at when an engineer does his onsite maintenance service every 500 hours.
Please look for any signs of fuel leakage from the fuel line/hoses.
6. BATTERY.
Check the condition of the battery connections, ensure termination lugs are tight.
On long term hires – if there is any corrosion, please remove terminals and clean, lubricate and refit.
7. IN FREEZING/COLD TEMPERATURES:
If the pump is manually turned off at the end of each shift – Please release the suction hose from the pump and drain the water from inside the pump volute. This will prevent water freezing inside the volute and potentially damaging or cracking the pump casing as it freezes and expands.
OPERATING SAFETY INFORMATION
If you notice anything out of the ordinary – please could you inform the hire desk, we will get an engineer to call you and discuss the issues before they become breakdowns.
1. BEFORE TOWING
ENSURE THE HANDBRAKE IS RELEASED & WORKS
a. Ensure the Jockey wheel is fully retracted in the up position and tight.
b. Ensure the Brake away cable is attached to the towing vehicle.
c. Check all wheel nuts are in place and tight on the wheels.
d. Ensure you have a functioning light board that is securely attached to the pump and connected to the vehicle. – these pumps do have integral lighting system if you choose to use it.
e. Make sure your number plate is visible and secured to the pump or light board.
f. Please ensure your tow hitch is compatible and adheres to regulations
2. IF LIFTING IS REQUIRED
These pumps are fitted with a lifting eye located inside the pump, there is a small hatch that needs opening and the lifting eye turned to the up position
a. Ensure the lifting Eye/Post has not been damaged or bent during transportation.
b. Always use the central lifting point provided.
c. Do not Under sling this pump.
d. Do not use a fork Lift to lift this pump – There is a Fuel Tank below the pump and could rupture.
e. Do not lift the pump whilst the hoses are attached.
f. Please follow your lift procedure according to your approved lift plan.
g. When not in use – please ensure the lifting eye is folded flat and the hatch cover is in place and secure.
h. Do not close the canopy when the lifting eye is in the up position and the hatch cover is on, this will cause damage to the hatch cover
3. BEFORE STARTING
Please read these instructions. This is for your safety.
a. This pump has exposed moving, rotating parts and HOT surfaces
b. DO NOT OPERATE THIS PUMP WITH THE CANOPY IN THE UP or OPEN POSITION
c. Do not use lay flat hose on the suction side of the pump
d. Allow adequate ventilation around the pump
e. Be aware of items near the exhaust. – hot exhaust fumes will cause damage
f. Do not insert anything into the inlet of the pump
g. Ensure you complete the daily service checks
h. Only operate this pump with the canopy in the closed position
i. Ensure the Handbrake is engaged when the pump is being used and ensure the wheels are chocked
j. This pump will Automatically Prime and fill the suction hose with liquid
k. Ensure the suction and discharge hoses are connected and it is safe to start the pump
4. Starting The Pump
Ensure all the above daily maintenance checks have been completed and you have read the Safety Instructions.
Before you start – Check the suction strainer is not blocked and it is submerged below the water, ensure the hoses are all attached and it is safe to start the pump.
There are two different variations of starting:
a. Manual Operation
b. Float Switch Operation
Manual Starting
- Turn the starting key to the first position on the right. Two red lights will illuminate and a siren/alarm will sound.
- Turn the key once more and the pump will start.
- Once the engine has cranked and running – the key will revert back to the first position and the alarm will stop. Engine is now running.
Float Switch Starting
1. Below the ignition switch – there are two plug in ports for the float switches.
2. The top plug is the “pump start” float switch and the lower port is the “pump stop” float switch.
3. Both floats switches need to be in plugged in for the pump to function in “auto condition”
4. Float switches need to be set at the correct height – ensure that the stop float is above the pump inlet and will stop the pump before it starts to draw in air.
5. The key on the ignition switch can now be turned to the “left” position for auto function.
5. WHILST THE PUMP IS RUNNING
a. Look for any signs of leakage on the suction and discharge pipe work
b. Make sure there is no excessive vibration.
c. Listen for any large objects being sucked up into the pump volute, you may need to lift the suction hose off the base to avoid these larger objects.
d. Do not open the canopy doors whilst pump is in running.
e. Do not refuel whilst the pump is running.
f. Do not insert anything into the suction port whilst pump is running.
g. Make sure the strainer is always free from Debris or Blockages and below the water level.
h. Avoid pumping Large solids and Stringy material.
6. STOPPING THE PUMP
a. Turn the Ignition Key to the 0 (OFF) position
b. In Cold weather, – do not forget to Drain the volute to avoid Freezing the pump internally
c. Secure and Lock Canopy doors when not in use
d. When stationery, ensure handbrake is on
e. Secure the site and ensure that the equipment cannot be tampered with
