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Waterous PB18 Series Operation Instructions

Waterous PB18 Series
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Read through the safety information and
operating instructions carefully before
using your Waterous Fire Pump.
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and Operating Decals 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation Before Operation 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation Controls 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation and Maintenance 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Engine 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Priming Pump 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Pump 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pumping from Hydrant or Relay 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pumping from Draft 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Maintenance 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pump Maintenance 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Maintenance 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Arresting Muffler 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine and Pump Repair 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Repair 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pump Repair 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overhaul Instructions - Direct Mounted Pump 10. . . . . . . .
Priming Tube Removal 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volute Body Removal 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impeller Removal 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Seal Removal 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Adapter Assembly Removal 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overhaul Instructions - Geared Pump 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volute Body Removal 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impeller Removal 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case Cover Removal 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impeller Shaft Assembly 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive Gear Removal 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Case Removal 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Seal Assembly 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impeller Wear 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Seal 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Seals 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ball Bearings, Gears and Needle Bearing 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembling and Testing Pump 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Direct Mounted Pump 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Geared Pump 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
All content in this instruction is property of the Waterous Company. Instructions subject to change withou
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Waterous Company 125 Hardman Avenue South, South St. Paul, Minnesota 55075 USA (651) 450-5000
Instructions subject to change without notice.
Visit us at www.waterousco.com
Form No.
F-2523
Issue Date
09/04
Rev. Date
05/08/12
PB18 Series
Portable Pumps
Operation, Maintenance
and Overhaul Instructions

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Waterous PB18 Series Specifications

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SeriesPB18
Pump StyleSingle Stage
Inlet Size6"
MaterialCast Iron
Priming CapabilityAvailable

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