Honda WH15X User Manual

31YB772100X31-YB7-7210o2001-2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights ReservedOwner’s ManualWATER PUMPWH15X/WH20XBlackDIC F101KN2eY1700.2007.05" Pri

＜＞8COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONSWH20XCONTROLSIGNITION SWITCHMUFFLEROIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKPUMP DRAIN PLUGOIL DRAIN PLUGAIR CLEANERTHROTTLE LEVERCH

9CONTROLSCONTROLSFuel Valve LeverIgnition SwitchFUEL VALVE LEVEROFFONONOOFFFFIGNITION SWITCHThe fuel valve opens and closesthe connection between the

10CONTROLSChoke LeverThrottle LeverCCLLOOSSEEDDOPENFASTSLOWCHOKE LEVERTHROTTLE LEVERThe choke lever opens and closesthe choke valve in the carburetor.

11CONTROLSRecoil Starter GripSTARTER GRIPPulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the enginefor starting.07/06/05 14:19:22 31YB77

12BEFORE OPERATIONARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?KnowledgeYour safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation willsignificantly reduc

13BEFORE OPERATIONIS YOUR PUMP READY TO GO?Check the General Condition of the PumpFor your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment,

14BEFORE OPERATIONCheck the Suction and Discharge HosesCheck the EngineCheck the general condition of the hoses. Be sure the hoses are inserviceable c

15SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONSOPERATIONTo safely realize the full potential of this pump, you need a completeunderstanding of its operation and a certai

16OPERATIONPUMP PLACEMENTSUCTIONHEADDISCHARGEHEADTTOOTTAALL HHEEAADDFor best pump performance, place the pump near the water level, anduse hoses that

17OPERATIONSUCTION HOSE INSTALLATIONHOSE CONNECTORSUCTION HOSEHOSE CLAMPHOSE COUPLERSUCTION PORTHOSE CLAMPSEALING WASHERHOSE CLAMPSTRAINERSUCTION HOSE

Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time.This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the waterpump and should rema

18OPERATIONDISCHARGE HOSE INSTALLATIONPRIMING THE PUMPHOSE CLAMPPRIMING WATER FILLER CAPDISCHARGE HOSE(commerciallyavailable)HOSE CONNECTOR(commercial

19OPERATIONSTARTING THE ENGINEONCHOKE LEVERCLOSEDTHROTTLE LEVERFFUUEELL VVAALLVVEE LLEEVVEERRMove the throttle lever away from the SLOW position about

20OPERATIONONSTARTER GRIPIGNITION SWITCHDirectiontopullTurn the ignition switch to the ON position.Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against

21OPERATIONSETTING ENGINE SPEEDOPENCHOKE LEVERFASTSLOWTHROTTLE LEVERIf the choke lever was moved to the CLOSED position to start theengine, gradually

22OPERATIONSTOPPING THE ENGINETHROTTLE LEVERSLOWIGNITION SWITCHOOFFFFTo stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the ignition switch tothe OFF pos

23OPERATIONFUEL VALVE LEVEROFFTurn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.After use, remove the pump drain plug (see page ), and drain thepump chamb

24SERVICING YOUR PUMPTHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEMaintenance, replacement, or repair of emission control devices andsystems may be performed by any e

−−−25SERVICING YOUR PUMPMAINTENANCE SAFETYSafety PrecautionsCarbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.Burns from hot parts.Injury from moving part

○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○26SERVICING YOUR PUMPMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEITEMPerform at every indicatedmonth or operating hourinterval, whichever comes first.REGULAR S

27SERVICING YOUR PUMPREFUELINGMAXIMUM FUEL LEVELWith the engine stopped, remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuellevel. Refill the tank if the fuel

1INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your selection of a Honda water pump. We arecertain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finestwater p

28SERVICING YOUR PUMPFUEL RECOMMENDATIONSRefuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the enginehas been running, allow it to cool.

29SERVICING YOUR PUMPENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECKOIL FILLER NECKOIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKUPPER LIMITCheck the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in

30SERVICING YOUR PUMPENGINE OIL CHANGEOIL LEVELDRAIN PLUGOIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICKDrain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quicklyan

31SERVICING YOUR PUMPENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONSAMBIENT TEMPERATUREOil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use4-stroke automotive

32SERVICING YOUR PUMPAIR FILTER INSPECTIONAIR CLEANER COVERAIR FILTERWING NUTCOVER WASHERGRIDUnscrew the wing nut and remove the air cleaner cover. Ch

33SERVICING YOUR PUMPAIR FILTER CLEANINGAIR FILTERA dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engineperformance. If you oper

34SERVICING YOUR PUMPSEDIMENT CUP CLEANINGSEDIMENT CUPO-RINGMove the fuel valve lever to the OFF position, then remove the fuelsediment cup and O-ring

−−−−35SERVICING YOUR PUMPSPARK PLUG SERVICESPARK PLUG WRENCHSPARK PLUG CAP0.028 0.031 in(0.70 0.80 mm)In order to service the spark plug, you will nee

−36SERVICING YOUR PUMPAfter the spark plug seats, tighten with a 13/16-inch spark plugwrench to compress the washer.If reinstalling the used spark plu

＋−37SERVICING YOUR PUMPIDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENTTHROTTLE STOP SCREWStart the engine outdoors, and allow it to warm up to operatingtemperature.Dry operatio

2INTRODUCTIONA FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETYSafety LabelsSafety MessagesSafety HeadingsSafety SectionInstructionsYour safety and the safety of others are ver

38SERVICING YOUR PUMPSPARK ARRESTER SERVICE (optional equipment)8 mm NUTSMUFFLERMUFFLER PROTECTORSPARK ARRESTER SCREEN5 mm SELF-TAPPINGSCREWSSPARK ARR

39STORAGESTORAGE PREPARATIONCleaningProper storage preparation is essential for keeping your pump trouble-free and looking good. The following steps w

40STORAGEFuelPUMP DRAIN PLUGStop the engine, and allow it tocool.Remove the pump drain plug,andflushthepumpwithclean,fresh water. Allow the water todr

41STORAGEAdding a Fuel Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage LifeFUEL VALVE LEVEROFFWhen adding a fuel stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

42STORAGEDraining the Fuel Tank and CarburetorDRAIN BOLTSEDIMENT CUPPlace an approved gasoline container below the carburetor, and usea funnel to avoi

−43STORAGEEngine OilSTORAGE PRECAUTIONSAlign notch on pulley withhole at top of cover.Change the engine oil (see page ).Remove the spark plug (see pag

44STORAGEREMOVAL FROM STORAGEPlace the pump on a level surface. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover t

45TRANSPORTINGIf the pump has been running, allow the engine to cool for at least 15minutes before loading the pump on the transport vehicle. A hoteng

46ENGINETAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSCorrectionEngine Will Not Start Possible CausePossible CauseEngine Lacks Power CorrectionCheck controlpositi

47TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSPUMPPossible Cause CorrectionNo Pump OutputLow Pump Output Possible Cause CorrectionCheck pumpchamber.Check suctio

3CONTENTS...PUMP SAFETY . 5CONTROLS...

＜＞48TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONTECHNICAL INFORMATIONSerial Number LocationWH20XENGINE SERIAL NUMBEREngine serial number:Record the engine ser

49TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCarburetor Modification for High Altitude OperationAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture wi

50TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONEmission Control System InformationThe U.S. and California Clean Air ActsTampering and AlteringSource of Emissio

51TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONProblems That May Affect EmissionsReplacement PartsMaintenanceIf you are aware of any of the following symptoms,

−−−52TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONAir IndexAn Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certifiedto an emission durability tim

×××±±−−＋−53TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONSpecificationsDimensions and weightTune upEngineWH15X16.3 in (415 mm)14.2 in (360 mm)15.9 in (405 mm)GX

54TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONPumpWH15X (continued)1.6 in (40 mm)1.6 in (40 mm)164 ft (50 m)26.2ft(8m)105.7 US gal (400)40 seconds at 16.4 ft

×××−−±±＋−55TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONDimensions and weightEngine design and performanceTune upWH20X16.7 in (425 mm)14.8 in (375 mm)15.9 in (

56TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONPumpWH20X (continued)164 ft (50 m)26.2ft(8m)132.1 US gal (500)60 seconds at 16.4 ft (5 m)2 in (50 mm)2 in (50 mm

57TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCONSUMER INFORMATIONHonda PublicationsShop ManualParts CatalogThese publications will give you additional inform

4CONTENTSSERVICING YOUR PUMP (continued)...STORAGE . 39..

58TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONCustomer Service InformationServicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They shouldbe able to answ

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＋−−−QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATIONUnleaded gasoline with a pumpoctane rating of 86 or higher(page28)0.53 US gal (2.0)0.82 US gal (3.1)SAE 10W-30, API SJ

31YB772100X31-YB7-7210o2001-2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights ReservedOwner’s ManualWATER PUMPWH15X/WH20XBlackDIC F101KN2eY1700.2007.05" Pri

5IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONOperator ResponsibilityPump OperationRefuel With CarePUMP SAFETYMost accidents can be prevented if you follow all instruc

6PUMP SAFETYHot ExhaustCarbon Monoxide HazardThe muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for awhile after stopping the engine. Be ca

7PUMP SAFETYSAFETY LABEL LOCATIONSPUMP CAUTION LABELThe labels shown here contain important safety information. Pleaseread them carefully. These label