Stihl WP 600 - Working with the Water Pump; Operating the Pump; After Finishing Work; Transporting

► If the engine does not cut out:
► Close the fuel cock and do not use the
water pump; consult a STIHL dealer.
The main switch is defective.
10 Working with the Water
Pump
10.1 Securing the Water Pump
► Secure the water pump so it cannot move.
10.2 Routing the Suction Hose
To prevent excessive strain on the threaded con‐
nection of the suction opening and to prevent the
seal from being crushed or moved, place a suita‐
ble object under the suction hose.
► Place a suitable object (1) under suction
hose (2) so that it runs as straight as possible
and has no kinks.
10.3 Operating the Pump
The pump delivery rate can be adjusted by mov‐
ing the throttle lever.
►
Move the throttle lever to position
: the pump
delivery rate decreases.
►
Move the throttle lever to position : the pump
delivery rate increases.
11 After Finishing Work
11.1 After Finishing Work
► Connect the water pump to a water source in
such a way that no sand or dirt can be taken
in.
► Start the engine.
Sand and dirt are flushed out of the water
pump and hoses.
► Stop the engine.
► Allow the water pump to cool down.
► Unscrew union nuts (1).
The hoses are detached.
► Turn screw plug (2) anti-clockwise until it can
be removed.
Water flows out of the water pump.
► Tilt the water pump forwards to drain it com‐
pletely.
► Replace screw plug (2).
► Turn screw plug (2) clockwise and tighten
firmly by hand.
► If the water pump is wet: allow the water pump
to dry.
► Clean the water pump.
12 Transporting
12.1 Transporting the Water Pump
► Stop the engine.
Carrying the water pump
► Carry the water pump by the frame with the
muffler pointing away from the body.
Transporting the water pump in a vehicle
► Secure the water pump in an upright position
so it cannot tip over or move.
13 Storing
13.1 Storing the Water Pump
► Stop the engine.
► Store the water pump in accordance with the
following conditions:
–
The water pump is out of reach of children.
–
The water pump is clean and dry.
–
The storage temperature is -20 °C to
+60 °C.
► If the water pump is to be stored for more than
30 days:
► Open the fuel tank cap.
► Drain the fuel tank.
► Seal the fuel tank.
10 Working with the Water Pump English
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