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Subaru Robin Power Products PKX Series Robin Pump 301 User's Manual

1. 44 CAUTION Always use a strainer with the suction hose Gravel or debris sucked into the pump will cause serious damage to the impeller and the pump casting 2 CONNECT DELIVERY HOSE See Fig 2 When using a fabric hose always use a hose band to prevent the hose from disconnecting under high pressure 3 CHECK ENGINE OIL See Fig 2 Before checking or refilling engine oil be sure the engine is located on stable level surface and stopped E Do not screw the oil gauge into the oil filler neck to check oil level If the oil level is low refill to the upper level with the following recommended oil m Use 4 stroke automotive detergent oil of API service class SE or higher grade SG SH or SJ is recommended m Select the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time of operation as shown in the table See Fig 2 Explanation of Fig 2 Oil Gauge Upper Level Lower Level PKX201 PKX301 PKX201H PKX201ST PKX301ST PKX201T PKX401 PKX301T 4 CHECK FUEL See Fig 2 A WARNING Do not refuel while smoking near an open flame or other such potential fire hazards Otherwise fire accident may occur m Stop the engine and open the cap m Use automotive unleaded gasoline only This engine is certified to operate on automotive unleaded gasoline Fuel Tank Capacity Refer to 10 SPECIFICATIONS Page 12 for fuel tank capacity m Close the fuel cock before filli
2. PROD No SER No Label SER No Stamping CONTENTS Page 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS sictsscneicticantesesnimonessmvacinnmansniatedvantadauad ntewsiesienmamenrsanaaimasis 2 2 COMPONENTS ti en eee eee S 5 3 PRE OPERATION FOR STARTING csm 6 4 OPERATING YOUR PUMVIP cosoripincinicsiniiada dia 7 MAINTENANCE csi IA sneer 7 6 PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE iiss dccaadececeovacinvuvunnteardecevsaeethd saasainsancontieoacewens 10 OIL SENSOR INS TRUC MONS sansende nrnna aieas 10 8 SPARK ARRESTER OPTIONAL siisacaaparn taa 10 9 EASY TROUBLESHOOTING tiara 11 0 SPECIFICATIONS wwananwanwunwanaazanzanunananuaaunzanzanuaazanuananauazanznananzazunananuna 12 NOTE Please refer to the illustrations on the back page of the front cover or back cover for Fig 1 to 8 indicated in the sentence 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words Aihe WARNING indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed Mo NO LON CAUTION indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed WINE EXHAUST PRECAUTIONS m Never inhale exhaust gasses They contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless and extremely dangerous gas which can cause unconsciousness or death m Never operate the pump indoors or in a poorly ventilated
3. Consult your nearest dealer m High suction lift Lower m Suction hose is too long or thin Use a thick hose in minimum length Leak of water from water passage A WARNING Stop leaking Wipe out spilled fuel carefully before testing Place spark plug as far away from spark plug hole as possible m Clogging of foreign substance in impeller Disassemble and clean m Wear of impeller i Do not hold spark plug by hand while pulling m Looseness of suction chamber Retighten recoil starter m Strainer is clogged Clean m Engine speed is too low NOTE Consult your nearest dealer The engine with oil sensor will stop automatically when 3 PUMP DOES NOT SELFPRIME the oil level falls below the prescribed limit o Unless the oil level is raised above the prescribed limit m Suction of air at suction side the engine will stop immediately after starting Check piping at suction side m Insufficient priming water inside pump casing 2 Is there enough compression Prime fully Pull the starter handle slowly and check if resistance is felt If little force is required to pull the starter handle check if the spark plug is tightened firmly If the spark m Engine speed is too low plug is loose tighten it Consult your nearest dealer m Imperfect tightening of drain plug Tighten the plugs completely 3 Is the spark plug wet with gasoline m Is the fuel cock opened m Sucking air from mec
4. allow the starter handle to return to its original position while still holding the handle See Fig 3 6 After starting the engine gradually open choke by turning the choke lever and finally keep it fully opened Do not fully open the choke lever immediately when the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low because the engine may stop See Fig 3 6 2 RUNNING See Fig 4 1 After the engine starts set the speed control lever at the low speed position L and warm it up without load for a few minutes See Fig 4 2 Gradually move the speed control lever toward the high speed position H and set it at the required engine speed See Fig 4 m Whenever high speed operation is not required slow the engine down idle by moving the speed control lever to save fuel and extend engine life 3 STOPPING See Fig 5 1 Set the speed control lever at the low speed position and allow the engine to run at low speed for 1 or 2 minutes before stopping See Fig 5 2 Turn the STOP SWITCH counterclockwise to the position O OFF See Fig 5 3 Close the fuel cock See Fig 5 4 Pull the starter handle slowly and return the handle to its original position when resistance is felt This operation is necessary to prevent outside moist air from intruding into the combustion chamber See Fig 5 X STOPPING ENGINE WITH THE FUEL COCK Close the fuel cock and wait for a while
5. counterclockwise and open the casing cover holder E Pull the casing toward you and then remove the casing and the inner casing E Clean the inside of pump casing and casing cover with clean water 9 6 PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE 1 WATER See Fig 8 Drain all water from the drain plug A CAUTION When retightening drain plug be sure to clean the drain plug and the thread of casing Otherwise the thread may be damaged 2 DISCONNECT THE DELIVERY HOSE Tilt the pump and drain all water from delivery hole Severe damage to pump may result if water freezes in the pumping chamber 3 DISCHARGE FUEL See Fig 8 G A WARNING If you do not use the engine more than 1 month discharge fuel to prevent gum in the fuel system and carburetor parts m Remove the strainer cup place the strainer over a container and open the strainer cock to discharge fuel from the fuel tank m Remove the drain screw of the carburetor float chamber and discharge fuel 4 ENGINE OIL See Fig 8 m Change the engine oil with fresh oil m Remove the spark plug pour about 5 cc of engine oil into the cylinder slowly pull the starter handle of the recoil starter 2 or 3 times and reinstall the spark plug 5 CLEAN AND STORE m Slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt and leave it in that position m Clean the pump thoroughly with an oiled cloth put the cover on and store the pump indoors in a well v
6. until the engine stops Avoid to let the fuel remain in the carburator over long periods or the passages of the carburator may become clogged with impurities and malfunctions may result 5 MAINTENANCE See Fig 6 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY NONROAD ENGINE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL 1 DAILY INSPECTION Before running the engine check the following service items Loose or broken bolts and nuts Clean air cleaner element Enough clean engine oil O Leakage of gasoline and engine oil Enough gasoline O Safe surroundings Check the priming water O Excessive vibration noise 2 PERIODIC INSPECTION Periodic maintenance is vital to the safe and efficient operation of your pump Check the table below for periodic maintenance intervals IT IS ALSO NECESSARY FOR THE USER OF THIS PUMP TO CONDUCT THE MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ON THE EMISSION RELATED PARTS LISTED BELOW TO KEEP THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM EFFECTIVE The emission control system consists of the following parts 1 Carburetor and internal parts 2 Cold start enrichment system if applicable 3 Intake manifold if applicable 4 Air cleaner elements 5 Spark plug 6 7 Spark advance retard system if applicable 8 9 Magneto or electronic ignition system 8 Exhaust manifold if applicable 9 Hoses belts connectors and assembles
7. CLEANER See Fig J A dirty air cleaner element will cause starting difficulty power loss engine malfunctions and shorten engine life extremely Always keep the air cleaner element clean A WARNING 1 Urethane Foam Element Type See Fig 7 E Remove the element and wash it in kerosene or diesel fuel Then saturate it in a mixture of 3 parts kerosene or diesel fuel and 1 part engine oil Squeeze the element to remove the mixture and install it in the air cleaner 2 Urethane Foam Dual Element Type See Fig 7 E Urethane Foam cleaning See Fig 1 6 Q Wash and clean the urethane foam with detergent After cleaning dry it Clean the urethane foam element every 50 hours E Second element See Fig 7 Clean by tapping gently to remove dirt and blow off dust Never use oil Clean the paper element every 50 hours of operation and replace element set every 200 hours Clean and replace air cleaner elements more often when operating in dusty environments 7 FUEL HOSE REPLACEMENT See Fig 7 D 44 WARNING Take extreme caution when replacing fuel hose gasoline is extremely flammable Replace the fuel hose every 1 000 hours or every year If fuel leaks from fuel hose replace the fuel hose immediately 8 CHECKING BOLTS NUTS AND SCREWS E Retighten loose bolts and nuts E Check for fuel and oil leaks E Replace damaged parts with new ones 9 CLEANING PUMP INSIDE E Turn the knob
8. E Please refer to the illustrations on the back page of the front cover or back cover for Fig 1 to 8 indicated in the sentence CENTRIFUGAL PUMP PKX201 301 401 201H SEMI TRASH PUMP PKX201ST 301ST See Fig D M O Plug drain Suction Delivery O Frame O Plug priming Muffler Spark plug Oil filler with oil guage O Fuel tank Casing cover Drain plug at two places B Stop Switch B Recoil starter 1D Recoil Starter handle B Fuel cock B Chocke lever Air cleaner B Speed control lever TRASH PUMP PKX201T 301T See Fig 1 Plug drain Casing Suction O Frame Plug priming Muffler O Air cleaner Spark plug Fuel tank Delivery Knob Oil filler with oil guage Stop switch Recoil Starter Y Recoil Starter handle Fuel cock O Drain plug at two places Chocke lever Casing cover Speed control lever Strainer Cushion rubber Hose coupling Hose band Tools Instruction for use This publication Strainer 2 Cushion rubber Hose coupling Hose band Tools Instruction for use This publication 3 PRE OPERATION FOR STARTING See Fig 2 1 CONNECT SUCTION HOSE See Fig 2 1 Use a reinforced wall or wire braided hose to prevent suction collapse Since the pump self priming time is directly proportional to hose length a short hose is recommended
9. NUAL or consult your nearest Robin service dealer 3 INSPECTING THE SPARK PLUG See Fig 7 M 1 Clean off carbon deposits on the spark plug electrode using a plug cleaner or wire brush 2 Check electrode gap The gap should be 0 6 mm to 0 7 mm Adjust the gap if necessary by carefully bending the side electrode Recommended Spark Plug NGK BR 6HS CHAMPION RL86C 4 ENGINE OIL CHANGE See Fig 7 After 20 hours of operation Every 100 hours of operation Initial oil change Thereafter 1 When changing oil stop the engine and loosen the drain plug Drain the used oil while the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely A CAUTION To prevent injury pay attention to the hot oil Make sure the fuel cap is tightly secured to avoid spillage 2 Re install the drain plug before refilling oil PKX201 PKX301 PKX201H PKX201ST PKX301ST PKX201T PKX401 PKX301T 3 Refer to page 6 for the recommended oil E Always use the best grade and clean oil Contaminated oil poor quality oil and shortage of oil cause damage to engine or shorten the engine life 5 CLEANING FUEL CUP See Fig 7 A WARNING 1 Inspect fuel cup for water and dirt See Fig 7 2 To remove water and dirt close the fuel cock and remove the fuel cup 3 After removing dirt and water wash the fuel cup with kerosene or gasoline Reinstall securely to prevent leakage 6 CLEANING AIR
10. Periodic Maintenance Schedule table Every 8 hours Daily CHANGE ENGINE OIL Note 1 CLEAN SPARK PLUG CLEAN AIR CLEANER REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT CLEAN FUEL CUP CLEAN AND ADJUST SPARK PLUG AND ELECTRODES REPLACE SPARK PLUG SPARK ARRESTER OPTIONAL PART REMOVE CARBON FROM CYLINDER HEAD Note 2 CHECK AND ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE Note 2 CLEAN AND ADJUST CARBURETOR Note 2 REPLACE FUEL LINES OVERHAUL ENGINE IF NECESSARY Note 2 The maintenance schedule indicated in the following table is based on the normal engine operation Should the engine be operated in extremely dusty condition or in heavier loading condition the maintenance intervals must be shortened depending on the contamination of oil clogging of filter elements wear of parts and so on 446 CAUTION Replace rubber pipes for fuel passage every two years If fuel leakage is found replace the pipe immediately Every 50 hours Weekly Every 200 hours Monthly Note 1 Initial oil change should be performed after first twenty 20 hours of operation Thereafter change oil every hundred 100 hours Before changing oil check for a suitable way to dispose of old oil Do not pour it down into sewage drains onto garden soil or into open streams Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instructions on proper disposal Note 2 As to the procedures for these items please refer to the SERVICE MA
11. SUBARU PKA series 201 301 401 201H 201ST 301ST 201T 301T INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SUBARU FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD TOKYO JAPAN PKX201 301 401 201H 201ST 301ST PKX201T 301T 6 Se 7 x E pa i 4 P Ja i d O mh EL Oy L pen O ES 25 ONO CAS CODO D A O PKX201 301 401 201H 201ST 301ST ae Ki FOREWORD Thank you very much for purchasing a ROBIN PUMP This manual covers operation and maintenance of ROBIN PUMP All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing Please read this manual carefully before operating Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the proper operation and maintenance procedures in order to maximize the safe and efficient use of this product Keep this owner s manual at hand so that you can refer to it at any time Due to constant efforts to improve our products certain procedures and specifications are subjected to change without notice When ordering spare parts always give us the MODEL PRODUCTION NUMBER and SERIAL NUMBER of your pump Please fill in the following blanks after checking the production number on your pump Location of label is different depending on the pump specification y DIN E Y WS
12. area such as tunnel cave etc m Exercise extreme care when operating the pump near people or animals m Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects KUN NINA REFUELING PRECAUTIONS m Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited m Do not refuel indoors or in a poorly ventilated area m Be sure to stop the pump prior to refueling m Do not remove fuel tank cap nor fill fuel tank while engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling m Do not overfill the fuel tank E f fuel is spilt wipe it away carefully and wait until the fuel has dried before starting the engine m After refueling make sure that the fuel cap is secured to prevent spillage AAU ities FIRE PREVENTION m Do not operate the pump while smoking or near an open flame m Do not use around dry brush twigs cloth rags or other flammable materials m Keep cooling air intake recoil starter area and muffler side of the engine at least 1 meter 3 feet away from buildings obstructions and other burnable objects m Keep the pump away from flammables and other hazardous materials trash rags lubricants explosives WANNA OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS m Be careful of hot parts The muffler and other engine parts become very hot while the pump is running or just after it has stopped Operate the pump in a safe area and keep children away from the running pump m Do not use diaphram pu
13. entilated low humidity area 7 OIL SENSOR INSTRUCTIONS OPTIONAL 1 FUNCTION OF OIL SENSOR The engine will stop automatically when the oil level falls below the safety limit The engine cannot be started unless the level is raised above the prescribed limit See Fig 2 2 RESTARTING 1 Fill the crankcase with oil up to the proper level 2 As for restarting and operating the engine refer to section 4 OPERATING YOUR PUMP on page 7 m Check the wire connector from the engine It must be connected securely to the wire from oil sensor m When selecting the engine oil refer to page 6 for the recommended oil 10 8 SPARK ARRESTER opnonay 1 SPARK ARRESTER In a dry or wooded area it is recommendable to use the product with a spark arrester Some areas require the use of a spark arrester Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed A clogged spark arrester E Prevents the flow of exhaust gas E Reduces engine output E Increases fuel consumption E Makes starting difficult If the engine has been running the muffler and the spark arrester will be very hot Allow the muffler to cool before cleaning the spark arrester How to remove the spark arrester 1 Remove the flange bolts from the muffler cover and remove the muffler cover 2 Remove the special screw from the spark arrester and re
14. hanical seal Consult your nearest dealer m Choke close choke lever and pull the starter handle five or six times Remove the plug and check if its electrode is wet If the electrode is wet fuel is well supplied to your engine m When the electrode is dry check where the fuel stops Check the fuel intake of the carburetor m n case the engine does not start with well supplied fuel try using fresh fuel 1 10 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PKX201 PKX301 PA PKX201ST PKX301ST e 50 x 50 2 x 2 80 x 80 3 x 3 100 x 100 4 x 4 50 x 50 2 x 2 80 x 80 3 x 3 Diameters mm in Maximum Delivery Volume 600 158 970 256 1350 356 580 153 930 246 Liter U S gal min Mechanical Seal a oe E AE A Robin Air Cooled 4 cycle OHC Gasoline Engine Ful Automotive unleaded gasoline Puc Tank oe 2 7 0 71 3 6 0 95 6 1 1 61 2 7 0 71 3 6 0 95 Spark plug plug NGK BR 6HS CHAMPION RL86C Starting system Recoil starter Dimensioms 486x357x399 505x387x467 650x457x645 468x357x399 505x387x467 LxWxH mm in m E 43x14 06x15 71 M 88x15 24x18 39 ca 59x17 99x25 39 ee 43x14 06x15 71 EIA 88x15 24x18 39 Net Weight kg Ib 24 24 5291 91 30 66 14 66 14 51 5101244 44 25 25 65 12 12 3168 34 34 Standard accessories Engine tool kit 1set Strainer 1pc Cussion rubber 1set Hose band 3pcs Valve Clearance 0 12 8 mm 0 0047 in Intake and Exhaust Note Adjust
15. move the spark arrester from the muffler ARRESTER SCREEN Clean the spark arrester screen Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged SPARK ARESSTER SCREEN Install the spark arrester and muffler protector in the reverse order of disassembly 9 EASY TROUBLESHOOTING 1 PUMP DOES NOT RUN 4 WHEN ENGINE DOES NOT START m Engine dose not start Perform the following checks before you take the pump to See 9 4 4 WHEN ENGINE DOES NOT START your Robin dealer If you still have trouble after completing m Sticking of impeller the checks take the pump to your nearest Robin dealer Di ble and clean Paco and ees 1 Is there a strong spark across the electrode 2 PUMPING VOLUME IS SMALL m Is the stop switch at position 17 ON m Sucking air at suction side m Remove and inspect the spark plug Check piping at suction side If the electrode is fouled clean or replace it with new m Drop off engine output one Consult your nearest dealer Remove the spark plug and connect it to the plug cap Pull the starter handle while grounding spark plug against engine body Try with a new spark plug if the spark is weak or there is no spark The ignition system is faulty if there is no spark with a new spark plug m Breakage of mechanical seal
16. mp for the mixture of water and oil m Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when starting and operating the engine m Operate the pump on a stable level surface If the engine is tilted fuel spillage may result NOTE Operating the pump at a steep incline may cause seizure due to improper lubrication even with a maximum oil level m Do not transport the pump with fuel in tank or with fuel strainer cock open m Keep the unit dry do not operate it in rainy conditions Me NW lol PRE OPERATION CHECKS m Carefully check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel leakage Leaked fuel creates a potentially dangerous situation m Check bolts and nuts for looseness A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine trouble m Check the engine oil and refill if necessary m Check the fuel level and refill if necessary Take care not to overfill the tank m Keep cylinder fins and recoil starter free of dirt grass and other debris m Wear snug fitting working clothes when operating the engine Loose aprons towels belt etc may be caught in the engine or drive train causing a dangerous situation SYMBOLS Read the owner s manual Stay clear of the hot surface Exhaust gas is poisonous Do not operate in an unventilated area Stop the engine before refueling KE Fire open flame and smoking prohibited i pe E ere Ope Ja e O e go J o 2 COMPONENTS See Fig NOT
17. ng the fuel tank m Do not fill above the top of the fuel filter screen marked OQ or the fuel may overflow when it heats up later and expands E When filling the fuel tank always use the fuel filter screen m Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine See Fig 2 5 CHECK PRIMING WATER See Fig 2 It is recommended that the water chamber of pump casing should be primed with full of water before operating A WARNING Never attempt to operate the pump without priming water or the pump will overheat Extended dry operation will destroy the mechanical seal If the unit has been operated dry stop the engine immediately and allow the pump to cool before adding priming water 4 OPERATING YOUR PUMP 1 STARTING See Fig 3 1 Open the fuel cock See Fig 3 2 Turn the STOP SWITCH to the position ON See Fig 3 3 Set the speed control lever 1 3 of the way towards the high speed position See Fig 3 4 Close the choke lever See Fig 3 m l the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low close the choke lever fully E If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high open the choke lever half way or keep it fully open 5 Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance 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 After starting the engine
18. the valve clearance while the engine is cold Emissions Durability Period 500 hours California only Suction x Delivery 50 x 50 2 x 2 80 x 80 3 x 3 50 x 50 2 x 2 Diameters mm in Total Head m ft 25 ETS 1 ka 127 Maximum A me 700 1 1190 314 480 Suction Head m fi Head 8 T 8 BR Axle Seal Material Silicon carbide Ceramic carbon Mechanical Seal mese Tr KAA AI Robin Air Cooled 4 cycle OHC Gasoline Engine Ful Automotive unleaded gasoline Puch Tank A 3 6 0 95 6 1 1 61 3 6 0 95 Sparkplug plug NGK BR 6HS CHAMPION RL86C LxWxH mm in m y 1x18 19x18 94 27 17x1 B E 09x21 14 a AE 47x15 35x17 09 eusa TE aos Standard accessories Engine tool kit 1set Strainer 1pc Cussion rubber 1set Hose band 3pcs Valve Clearance 0 12 mm 0 0047 7 in Intake and Exhaust l Note Adjust the valve clearance while the engine is cold Emissions Durability Period 500 hours California only 12 ISSUE EMD PU2117 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS COMPANY 4 410 Asahi Kitamoto shi Saitama 364 8511 Japan Phone 81 48 593 7798 Fax 81 48 593 7946 Web site http www fhi co jp robin PRINTED IN JAPAN May 2005 CE SK

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