TOHATSU VF21BS User manual

O W N E R’S
M A N UA L
VF21BS
PORTABLE
FIRE PUMP
No.0 03-12067-1
5-4, Azusawa 3-Chome, Itabashi-Ku
Tokyo 174-0051, Japan
Phone: [phone]
VF21BS
PORTABLE
FIRE PUMP
No.003-12067-1
OW N E R’S
M A N UA L
O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L VF21BS No.003-12067-1
⑧ -2_VF21BS

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USAGE
TOHATSU portable fire pump “VF21BS” is manufactured for use in firefighting
operations.
The portable fire pump is intended only for the firefighting activities in collaboration
with general public fire extinguishing equipment.
Using it for other applications is regarded as being used for improper purposes.
The manufacturer of the fire pump bears no responsibility for any damage that may
result from modification of the fire pump without prior permission from the
manufacturer, improper use of the fire pump, or use of the fire pump for
applications other than those stated above.
Note that use of the fire pump for applications other than the stated above can
result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Using this fire pump within the range of intended uses implies that the user should
follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer relevant to operation, servicing
and maintenance.
APPLICATIONS OF THIS FIRE PUMP

Intended people
All persons who operate, service or maintain the fire pump must read and understand
the following items:
・ Owner’s manual
・ Safety-related instructions on the pump and the other parts such as the battery.
・ The other owner’s manuals, such as battery charger.
The portable f ire pump should be operated by only persons who received training
as operators of fire engines along with each country’s (region’s) regulations.
The range of personal responsibility and supervision must be strictly defined by the
user.
If a person does not have adequate professional knowledge required for his/her
assignment, he/she must undergo relevant training or receive appropriate instructions
from an individual who is actually knowledgeable in operation of the fire pump.
A person who does not have enough knowledge is not permitted to operate the fire
pump.
When using the fire pump, conditions under which an explosion may occur are not
considered.
・ Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
・ Operators of the fire pump must always refer to all the relevant
manuals in order to avoid errors, personal injuries, and
equipment damage when operating the portable fire pump,
and to maintain faultless operation.
・ Arrange owner’s manual so that operators can refer to them
where they operate the fire pump.
CAUTION

NOTE
Thank you for purchasing the TOHATSU Fire Pump.
This fire pump has passed a range of quality assurance standards.
Owner’s manual
The portable fire pump complies with relevant laws and regulations.
The manual includes a description for operation and maintenance. Before using this
fire pump, be sure to read and understand the manual thoroughly.
Engine operation
This manual also includes a description for operation and maintenance of the
engine.
・ The manual is an important item that goes with your portable fire
pump.
・ The manual should accompany this fire pump if sold to another
person.
INTRODUCTION

Before using this fire pump, write down the serial number in the following boxes. It will
be useful in the case of asking about servicing, repairs and genuine parts.
Serial Number
The pump serial (identification)
number is marked on the pump casing.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Overview
Before operating the TOHATSU fire pump thoroughly
read this manual to u nderstand the proper
operating procedures including “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, “CAUTION” and “NOTE”.
These notices are designed to bring attention to
very important information necessary to ensure safe,
trouble free operation.
Warning sign
Meaning
This sign is used for safety-related instructions in
this manual.
Be sure to follow all safety-related instructions,
otherwise personal injury may occur.
Signal words
・ Failure to observe will result in severe personal injury or
death.
・ Failure to observe could result in severe personal injury or
death.
・ Failure to observe could result in personal injury or property
damage.
・ This instruction provides special information to facilitate the use or maintenance
of the pump or to clarify important points.
・For attaching position of the warning label, refer to the “CONTENT 3. LABELS”.
・ Warning labels should be read clearly at any time. If the display of the warning
label becomes difficult to be read or almost come off, you must replace the
label pasted immediately.
Safety-related instructions and warning signs
Read and follow the safety-related instructions described in this manual and all
warning signs on the portable fire pump thoroughly.
Always keep the warning signs in a legible condition. If any warning sign becomes
illegible or detached, replace it immediately.
CAUTION

Transporting the portable fire pump
・ Retractable handle is folding
type.
・ Do not put hand or finger
between top of retractable
handle and bracket.
・ When transporting the portable
fire pump, assign one person
per handle.
・ Also, when you transport the portable fire pump, it should be
transported holding the handle firmly.
・ There is a risk of injury to the leg by fall.
Durability of protection
When you purchase a new pump, it is placed in packing box and protected.
Storage of pump after transportation
Keep the pump away from high humidity, and place it on a horizontal plane.
Disposal of packing box
Dispose the packing box by following the environmental laws.
Noise
・ Wear proper hearing protection
during operation.
Exhaust gas
Fatal hazard from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
Exhaust gas emitted from the engine contains carbon monoxide (CO)
etc. that may seriously affect human health.
Do not operate the engine in a room, car, warehouse, tunnel or other
closed locations that have poor ventilation.
CAUTION
CAUTION

Safety devices
Before operating this portable fire pump, be sure to check that all
the safety devices have been installed in the appropriate positions.
Before removing the safety devices, turn the main switch off.
After protective devices (such as the muffler guard)
have been disassembled as part of servicing and
maintenance work, immediately install them back to
their original locations, making sure that they are in
safe and secure condition.
Check the portable fire pump visually and
functionally on a regular basis.
If you find any faulty device or equipment, remove
it immediately, and repair or replace it, if necessary.
Failure to do so may cause an accident.
After it has been repaired or replaced, make sure
that it functions correctly.
Protective clothing, Protective equipment
During fire extinguishing training or regular
firefighting services, wear normal protective
clothing and equipment to protect your body.
・ Fireproof protective clothing
・ Fireproof helmet
・ Fireproof protective gloves
・ Fireproof protective boots

Service, Maintenance
Servicing and maintenance of this fire pump must be carried out by
o n l y t h e persons who have professional knowledge, who are
familiar with the device, and who understand laws and regulations
regarding safety and accident prevention.
Before starting maintenance work, turn the main switch off to stop
the engine.
Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
Before starting maintenance work, securely place the portable fire
pump on the ground.
In the case of just after stopping the engine, do not touch the exhaust
pipe, the muffler and the other engine parts until these parts will be
cold enough. These parts could be very hot and will cause severe burns.
Electrical equipment
Only expert electricians or trained staff members
should handle electrical equipment.
When disconnecting the cable from the battery,
disconnect the negative (-) cable first.
When connecting the cable to the battery, be sure
to connect the positive (+) cable first. After that,
connect the negative (-) cable.
Do not place any metal on the top of or around the
battery. Doing so may cause a short circuit.
Use a fuse with the same specifications as the original
one when replacing it. Using a fuse that has a
greater capacity than the rated value may damage
the equipment.
While the engine is running, do not touch the high
voltage ignition wire attached to the spark plug. The
wire carries very high voltage will cause injury and
body harm.
Check the electrical equipment of the fire pump on
a regular basis.