Waterax BB-4-18/23 Bedienungsanleitung

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BB-4-18/23 Quick Guide

This Quick Guide shows the basic operation of the

WATERAX BB-4-18/23 4-stage high pressure pump.

The WATERAX BB-4 pump model pairs a WATERAX 4-

stage pump end with a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 18

HP or 23 HP gasoline engine. For engine instructions,

oil and fuel recommendations, please refer to the engine

manufacturer’s manual.

For detailed instructions on using and troubleshooting

your pump, as well as full service and maintenance

instructions, refer to our website to download the

BB-4 Owner’s Manual.

For full specifications and performance curves, see the

BB-4-18 or BB-4-23 Data Sheets.

Warnings and Safety Precautions

This warning label appears on all WATERAX pumps to identify safety

hazards as follows:

READ YOUR ENGINE MANUAL!

Before proceeding further, locate and read the engine

manufacturer’s manual. It contains very important safety

information that MUST be read, understood and followed to

safeguard you and your equipment from harm, as well as for

the proper use and care of your engine. Use only fuel and oil

type recommended in the engine manufacturer’s manual.

Always check oil level in crankcase before use.

WEAR EAR AND EYE PROTECTION.

Always wear eye and ear protection when operating the

pump unit. Sound level of the unit: 99 dB(A).

GENERAL WARNINGS:

Do not operate if mentally/physically fatigued.

Inspect hoses and piping to avoid burst injuries.

No modifications and/or alterations may be made to the

pump. Any such modifications void the pump warranty

and can endanger pump operators.

Do not operate the pump above the maximum rated

pressure. Use only pipe, hose, and fittings rated at or

above the maximum pressure rating of the pump or

system design.

Slowly close valves. Use slow close valves wherever

possible to safeguard operators and prevent damage

from water hammer.

Dry weight of the unit: 164 lbs (will vary depending on

options).

READ THE PUMP OWNER’S MANUAL!

The improper use of this pump could result in serious injuries

as well as damage to the unit. Read the BB-4 Owner’s

Manual before using your BB-4 pump unit and follow the

safety instructions in this Quick Guide.

NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IN A CLOSED

OR CONFINED AREA.Exhaust gas contains

carbon monoxide which is poisonous to humans.

Avoid inhalation of exhaust gas.

REFUEL ENGINE WITH CARE. Gasoline is

extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can

explode. Refuel in a well-ventilated area, with the

engine stopped.

NEVER TOUCH ANY EXHAUST SYSTEM

PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING. Always

allow enough time, after stopping the unit, for proper

cooling of the muffler and surrounding parts.

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE PREVENTION:

Flush the pump with fresh water if the pump has been

used to pump salty, brackish, high mineral content

water, water containing debris, or foam injected water.

Check that debris is cleared before using the pump

again.

Always draft water using a suction hose strainer.

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Parts Identification

A. Priming cap

B. Pump intake (suction)

C. Pump drain port (not shown)

D. Pump discharge

E. Quick release pump clamp

F. Low-tone muffler

G. Fuel pump (not shown)

H. Fuel valve* (not shown)

I. Starter key switch** (not shown)

J. Rewind starter (not shown)

K. Throttle** (not shown)

L. Choke (not shown)

M. Control panel*†(option)

N. Exhaust primer*‡(option)

O. Guzzler primer* (option)

* Denotes optional components

** Items not available when Control Panel

Option is selected

†Engine mounted control panel shown. Other

options are panel mount control panels and

skid mount panels.

‡Replaces low-tone muffler

JKLN

To operate the BB-4-18/23 unit:

1. Fill fuel tank with recommended fuel grade.

a. For models with an integral fuel tank, fill tank and securely

replace cap.

b. For models without an integral fuel tank, fill external fuel tank

and connect fuel supply line to the fuel filter. Pump fuel to fill

supply line.

Check oil level (see engine manual).

Priming

Port

Suction/

Intake

Port

Discharge Port

2. Connect the suction hose, using a universal hose coupling

wrench to tighten coupling firmly:

Drafting Mode: Connect footvalve strainer to male end of suction

hose, then fill suction hose with water and connect to pump

intake.

Flooded Suction Mode: Connect female end of suction hose to

pump intake and connect male end to hydrant or other supply.

a. Slowly open the pump inlet valves allowing the water into the

pump body.

b. Slowly open the discharge valves and priming valves to

allow for entrapped air in the piping to escape.

c. Once all the air has escaped, slowly close any opened

valves so that the unit may be started.

! DO NOT allow footvalve strainer to rest on

bottom of lake or riverbed. Check strainer

frequently to make sure that it is not clogged

with moss, leaves, etc.

!DO NOT lift strainer from water while the pump

is operating. Use a rope or other means to keep

strainer at proper height, approximately 1 foot

(30 cm) below water surface. If strainer is too

close to the water surface, it will draw air and

pump may lose prime.

3. Connect discharge hose, nozzles, etc., to pump, and tighten

firmly with coupling wrench.

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4. Prime the pump.

Check that all drains, discharge valves, or any auxiliary valves are closed

before priming the pump. Open the priming ball valve (located between the

pump and the primer).

Manual Priming: Open the priming cap and fill pump with water manually.

Firmly tighten priming cap. Pump can also be primed by “jerking” the suction

hose until water flows from the pump’s discharge port.

Guzzler Priming: If equipped with a Guzzler primer, follow the hand pump

manufacturer’s operation instructions. Pump until water is drawn into the

pump.

Electric Priming: See instructions for your electric primer. Note that most

electric primer motors are intended to be used only a short duration (about 20

seconds). If pump fails to prime, see the BB-4 Owner’s Manual for

troubleshooting tips.

Close the priming valve after priming. Failure to close the priming valve

could cause the pump to lose prime or water to be pumped through the

priming system.

Exhaust Priming: See Step 6.

Option 1:

Open priming

cap and fill

pump with

water.

Option 2:

Attach hand primer to

discharge port and

pump until water flows

into pump-end.

Option 3: Use

guzzler or exhaust

primer (not shown),

if equipped.

5. Start the engine.

a. With all discharge valves closed, turn the on/off ignition key or switch (if

equipped with a Control Panel) to the “ON” position.

b. Open fuel valve.

c. Close/engage choke, if engine is cold.

d. Increase throttle past the idle position.

e. Start the engine using the key switch or the start button. Hold until

engine starts. DO NOT HOLD for more than 5 seconds. If starting using

the rewind starter, ensure that the key switch or ignition switch (if

equipped with a Control Panel) is on the "ON" position. Give starter rope

a quick steady pull until engine starts.

f. Open/disengage choke.

g. Allow the engine to warm up for at least 2 minutes before using full

throttle.

Throttle

Start

Button

On/Off

toggle switch

Engine Mount Control Panel (optional)

6. Engage the exhaust primer.

a. Open priming valve (located just below check valve on portable units).

b. Adjust THROTTLE to full speed position.

c. Close and press down firmly on muffler-lever-handle or pull priming knob

(if supplied with a panel mount control panel) until a solid stream of

water flows from priming ejector.

d. Close the priming valve and re-open the muffler-lever-handle/butterfly

valve. The check valve will open automatically under the water pressure

when priming occurs.

e. Slowly open a discharge valve to validate that the pump has been

primed. If pressure does not build in the discharge hose, the pump has

not been fully primed. The valve should be closed and the pump primed

again. Continue this process until the pump has been fully primed.

f. Reduce throttle setting and allow engine to warm up for at least 2

minutes before using full throttle.

Exhaust Primer (optional)

7. Discharge water.

Once the pump is primed, and with the engine running, you can begin to

discharge water.

a. If pressure does not build in the discharge hose, the pump has not been

fully primed. The discharge valve should be closed and the pump primed

again.

b. Adjust the pump performance by throttling the engine up or down, or

opening or closing discharge valves at various positions, or any

combination of the two.

!DO NOT leave the pump running

with all the discharge valves closed for

more than one minute, or else the

pump may overheat and become

damaged. To avoid this, a re-

circulation line (if provided) should be

opened or a discharge line left slightly

open to allow fresh water to continue

to enter the pump.

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To shut down and store the BB-4-18/23 unit:

1. Shut down the pump.

a. Gradually reduce the engine speed.

b. Whenever the unit has been run at full throttle for most of the operation, allow the valves to remain slightly

open and run the engine at idle for approximately 2 minutes before shutting down the unit.

c. If the unit is to be stored, move the fuel valve lever to the OFF position and wait for the engine to stop.

Otherwise, set the ignition switch to the OFF position to shut down the engine.

d. Close off the hydrant/supply to the pump.

e. Open all valves to relieve any pressure left in the system.

2. Check and store the pump.

a. If the pump was last run with foam or water that is salty, brackish or high in mineral content, flush the pump

with fresh water for a minimum of 2 minutes or until the water is clear.

b. After the unit has cooled down, check all fluid levels and add as needed.

c. Completely drain the pump of all water.

d. Break down and store all equipment as outlined by the apparatus or department procedures.

e. Visually inspect the pump end. Clean any dirt or debris from the pump unit. If necessary, a mild soap and

water solution can be used. Note and report any performance irregularities or any abnormal mechanical

sounds.

f. Close all valves and plug all openings.

g. Follow any other product, component, apparatus, and departmental procedures and/or guidelines before

placing the unit in storage. Make sure all necessary tools, spares, and accessories are with the pump.

To operate the BB-4-18/23 unit in cold weather:

The pump can be run in below freezing temperatures if certain precautions are taken to avoid the formation of

ice in the pump.

After priming the pump, the unit should be run at low RPM for a short period of time to allow all components to

warm up before continuing with the remaining operating procedures.

Unless wrapped in a heater, drain the pump of all water if it is stopped for any length of time. The engine/drive

unit should be turned over a few revolutions to make sure all water has been removed from the pump. Drain

the pump priming line if a primer has been used.

After use, drain the pump, manifolds, and lines of all water. You can also pour some antifreeze into the pump

and circulate it through the pump and plumbing system.

Warranty, Service and Support

Product and service documentation such as tech notes, data sheets, manuals and information on the limited warranty

provided on products manufactured by WATERAX can be found on our Web site at: www.waterax.com

WATERAX Inc.

6635 Henri-Bourassa W.

Montreal, QC H4R 1E1

Tel.: (855) 616-1818

(514) 637-1818

Fax: (514) 637-3985

E-mail: info@waterax.com

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