andrews Sykes Pumps GP80 eco Manual

Service and Maintenance
1. Daily Check fuel level and top up as needed and when you start the unit.
2. Daily Check vacuum pump oil level and top up if needed and when you start the unit.
3. Daily Check Engine oil level and top up if needed and when you start the unit. ( Oil
required Multigrade 15W-40)
4. Check daily Tyres are correctly inflated, check sidewalls for damage, tread for wear,
wheel nuts are secure.
General Operation
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CAUTION!
General Safety
Always assess the risk before use. Appropriate PPE must be worn.
This equipment should only be used by a competent person.
Follow operation and maintenance instructions.
Ensure safe and correct positioning of equipment prior to use.
Moving parts are guarded to protect you or others. Guards removed for
maintenance must be replaced before starting the pump.
Never operate this equipment if you are ill or under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
Ensure that the equipment is inspected & serviced at appropriate intervals.
All lifting attachments or equipment are checked prior to use for suitability /
rating and replaced if found damaged or faulty. Do not use if faulty.
Lifting must always be vertical and never subjected to snatch loadings. Always
use the lifting points provided. Do not allow the unit to swing whilst being
lifted.
Never insert your hand or any other object into the pump casing/inlets unless
you are sure the pump has been switched off, preferably lock it off and retain
key or remove and keep starter key.
If pumps and or hoses are to be used for contaminated, noxious or corrosive
liquids then it is the duty of the hirer to notify Andrews Sykes of the specific
nature of the material. After use both pumps and or hoses should be flushed
with clean water.
Operating, Maintenance and Safety
Instruction leaflet
For Further Information Visit www.sykes-pumps.com or
contact your local Andrews Sykes Depot on 0800 211611
GP80 eco
CAUTION!
When checking or toping up fuel or oil please make sure the engine is off and
not running. Use an appropriate fuel dispenser. Do not smoke!
Use only clean, fresh, low sulphur commercial-grade diesel fuel.
Do not overfill fuel tank, leave room for fuel to expand. Clean up any spillage
that occurs during refuelling.
Pumps must be drained after use to avoid frost damage
Repairs must only be carried out by a competent person, if in any doubt please
contact your local Andrews Sykes Depot.
Important
It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the information contained
within this leaflet is read and fully understood before any attempt is
made to use the equipment

This pumpset is a fully automatic self-prime unit, it requires no additional priming
fluid. The pump will prime automatically on start-up and from intermittent periods
of dry running where the intake has been exposed to atmosphere.
Starting
Read the engine manufacturers instructions in the pump manual or proceed as follows:
1. The key should be in the zero position with all lights out on the keyswitch
2. Make sure the start/stop lever is in the start position.
3. Turn the speed control lever to the maximum
speed position.
4. Turn the key to the 1st position, warning lights
should now be on.
5. Now turn the key to the 2nd position (starting
position). The engine should now start. Do not
actuate the starter switch for more than 20
seconds at a time. If engine fails to start wait 1
minute before repeating attempt.
6. The key should be released once the engine is
running, the key should return to the 1st
position.
7. The appropriate speed should then be set by
the speed control lever.
Stopping
1. To Stop please turn the Speed control lever to
its slowest position, If engine does not stop then move the Start/Stop Lever to
the stop position. Once the engine has stopped please move the key switch to
the zero position.
Note: Engines with an automatic electrical shutdown system can also be
switched off by turning the key back to the zero position.
2. When Appropriate please drain the pumpset. Always drain before towing on the
highway.
CAUTION!
Siting and operating the pumpset
The pump should be placed on a level area of ground and the wheels
chocked to prevent movement in use. Please lower all propstands and
secure.
Never lift or tow with the suction or delivery hoses attached. The increased
weight of these items may cause chassis failure.
Never operate an engine in a confined space, ensure adequate ventilation
for exhaust fumes.
Be aware the exhaust silencer, vacuum pump and associated pipework get
hot during use, position the pump so these do not cause a hazard to health
or property
When operating, these pumps will produce noise levels up to 81 dBA @ 1m
Please use ear defenders in the direct vicinity suitable for the level shown.
Please also be aware of the noise hazard to others.
Check the area where the liquid will be discharged, make sure that you will
not be creating a hazard for persons or for the environment.
Position the hoses to avoid unnecessary stress. Sharp bends should be
eliminated and protective measures taken where hoses come into contact
with abrasive surfaces.
Always fit an appropriate strainer to the suction hose and that once in situ is
fully immersed in the medium to be pumped.
Collapsible type hoses must not be used on the suction side of the pump.
On all Hoses and fittings make sure where ‘’o’’ rings are fitted that they are
in place and in good condition. Air leaks will affect the performance of the
pump.
Before starting the pumpset please wind the surge control fully in and only
adjust once the pumpset is running to suit operating conditions.
CAUTION!
Before attempting to start the engine please check the engine oil level and
top up if required.
Please check that there is adequate fuel in the fuel tank, top up if required.
DANGER!
The pump must not be used in an explosive or flammable environment or for
pumping flammable liquids. Never place flammable items around the unit.
CAUTION!
Towing
This unit has been designed for site use only and is not suitable for use on the
National Highways.