PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING PUMP

P455M
S
P476 M
S
P555M
S
P572S

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING
BE SURE TO READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
 PREFACE

We wish to express our great thanks for your purchase of RABBIT PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING PUMP.
For safety operation of RABBIT PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING PUMP, pay attention to:

☆ The operation of this pump is limited to fire fighting.

☆ Reference : In Japan, the use of this pump is authorized only to the qualified persons who have
received a special training for safety operation, selected from the official fire fighting staff, voluntary
disasters-preventing personnel, voluntary fire fighting personnel and qualified maintenance personnel
for portable fire fighting pump.

For inspection and maintenance of the pump, please contact the maintenance shops or special dealers
who have been qualified for maintenance of the portable fire fighting pumps.
This instruction manual is intended to offer the information necessary for safe and effective operation of
RABBIT PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING PUMP. It is recommended to thoroughly read this manual for the
best and safest use of RABBIT PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING PUMP.
For any matters remaining unclear on your side, please contact our authorized agents.

CONTENTS
FOR SAFETY OPERATION............................................................................................................................ 2

CONVERSION TABLE OF UNITS .................................................................................................................. 3

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 4

DESIGNATION OF PARTS ............................................................................................................................. 8

BEFORE OPERATION ................................................................................................................................... 8

PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 9

OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................. 10

STORAGE .................................................................................................................................................... 12

MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................ 13

RABBIT MONITOR ....................................................................................................................................... 15

CAUTIONS IN COLD WEATHER ................................................................................................................. 17

TROUBLE-SHOOTING................................................................................................................................. 18

WIRING DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................................................... 20

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FOR SAFETY OPERATION

The classification and meanings of the warning signs are as follows:

"DANGER" : Any mistakes in operation may lead to imminent fear of death or serious injury.

"WARNING" : Any mistakes in operation may lead to possible fear of death or serious injury.

"ATTENTION" : Any mistakes in operation may lead to light injury or material damages.

The following attention labels are attached to RABBIT FIRE FIGHTING PUMP. In operation, please be sure to be well
informed of and to follow the attention.

L82900900

For possible dangerous matters and points, never fail to observe the following:
Type of
danger Rank Dangerous points Points of attention

Fire Danger (1) Never place near fire.

Fuel tank
(In refill of gasoline) (2) After stopping the engine, be sure to confirm the engine is
cooled down prior to refill gasoline.
Air cleaner element (in cleaning) (3) Be careful not to spill gasoline and kerosene for cleaning of air
cleaner element.
Warning (1) Perform operation at a place 3 m or more off any inflammables.
Muffler (exhaust gas) (2) Never perform operation on dry grass. If it is inevitable, remove
Muffler (dry grass) dry grass under the muffler.
(3) When you take off battery cap, keep good ventilation.
Battery (get fire)
(4) When you take off battery cap, do not put the battery close to
flame.
Attention (1) Pay full attention to waste cloth which has been used to wipe out
spilt fuel.
Fuel tank
(In refill of gasoline) (2) Be sure to confirm that the fuel tank cap is securely tightened.
(3) When you supply fuel, keep good ventilation.
Carburetor
(Overflow) (4) Set the fuel cock lever to "Close", except when you drive.
(5) Dispose of drained fuel in overflow bottle without keeping it
intact.
Burn Attention Muffler (1) Never touch while it is still hot.
Exhaust pipe
Exhaust port
Battery liquid (2) Be careful, keep your skin away from battery liquid.

Rotating Attention (1) When starting by the rope, be careful that your clothing or gloves
parts will not be caught in.
Recoil pulley
(2) When starting by the rope, confirm that there is not any person
or any things within the radius of 2 m.

Toxicity Warning

Muffler (exhaust gas) (1) Never operate where ventilation is not enough. (Pump house,
inside of a tunnel, etc)

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High- Attention (1) Never direct the nozzle to any people, which may cause injury.
pressure
(2) Never peep into the discharge port or nozzle during preparation
water
for water discharge.
Nozzle, discharge port
(3) Set the engine at low speed when opening or closing the
discharge valve.
(4) Never start the engine while the discharge valve is still open.
Electric Warning Ignition plug High-pressure cord (1) Never touch during operation.
shock Battery

(2) When replacing the battery, remove (-) terminal side first, and
attach (+) side first.
Injury Attention
(cut, etc) (1) Do not touch hinge parts when you operate handle.
Carrying handle
discharge valve (ball cock) (2) Never place the hand or the finger in the discharge port during
operation of the discharge valve.

Scattering Attention (1) Pay full attention to stones or other foreign matters which may
of stones cause physical risk during water discharge.
and
explosion, (2) Never suck or discharge inflammable or chemicals, which may
etc. cause fire or explosion.

Disposal Attention

(1) When disposing of a battery or resin, contact a special agent.

Slip Attention
(1) Be careful not to spill oil.
Be sure to wipe up spilt oil.

CONVERSION TABLE OF UNITS

Designation Conventional New

Rotation speed Number of rotation rpm Rotating speed rpm

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Pressure kgf/cm MPa Megapascal

Mass Weight kgf Mass kg Kilogram

Volume l I Liter

Consumption cc/min ml/min Milliliter per minute

Vacuum mmHg -MPa Megapascal

Displacement cc ml Milliliter

Output PS kW Kilowatt

2
・1kgf/cm ≒ 0.098MPa Pay attention to the unit of pressure in which new unit is about 1/10 as
compared with the existing one.
・760mmHg ≒ -0.1013MPa

・1PS ≒ 0.735kW

・1cc = 1ml

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SPECIFICATIONS
S
P455 M
Brand name RABBIT P455
Type Portable fire fighting pump
ENGINE
Model EP555
Classification S M
Type Water-cooled, 2-cycle, Horizontal 2-cylinder gasoline engine
No of cylinders – bore x stroke mm 2-76x70
Total displacement ml(cc) 635
Rated output kW/rpm (PS/rpm) 28 (38) / 5100
Fuel consumption l/h 13
Carburetor Float, with auto-choke unit
Cooling system Forced water cooling
Ignition system Non-contact (CDI) magnet ignition
Ignition plug NGK B8HS
Fuel tank capacity l 12
Fuel Unleaded gasoline
Oil tank capacity l 1.2
Lubricating oil 2-cycle engine oil (separate lubrication 50:1)
Startup system Self-starting motor type, recoil type Recoil type
Charging capacity V-A 12-1.0 ―
Speed regulating system Centrifugal weight
Rotation Left (viewed from output side)
12-25 (Search light)
Lighting V-W
12-3 x 2 (Meter lamp)
Battery 28A19R (12V30AH) ―
PUMP
Model P455
Classification S M
Type High-pressure one-stage turbine pump
Suction port dia. mm Nominal 75 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Discharge port dia. mm Nominal 65 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Rated pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.55 (5.5)
Rated discharge m3/min 1.22
Rated discharge nozzle mm φ28.0
Performance

Rated rotation speed rpm Approx. 4300

High pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.8 (8.0)
High-pressure discharge m3/min 0.91
High-pressure nozzle mm φ22.0
High-pressure rpm Approx. 4500
Rated rpm rpm 5100 (Governor set)
Pump chamber sealing Mechanical unit seal
Vacuum pump 4-blade eccentric rotary type with strainer
Vacuum MPa Suction head Approx. 9 m (–0.085 or more)
Lubrication Oilless system
Dimension (overall L x W x H) mm 657 x 584 x 720
Dry weight kg Approx. 88 Approx. 78
STANDARD UNITS
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Root joint 1 Battery(S) 1

ACCESSORIES
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Disassembly tool set 1 Suction port strainer 1 Safety nozzle 1 Instruction manual 1
Automatic battery
Pump cover 1 Ignition plug 1 Fuse(S) 1 charger 1

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SPECIFICATIONS
S
P476 M
Brand name RABBIT P476
Type Portable fire fighting pump
ENGINE
Model EP555
Classification S M
Type Water-cooled, 2-cycle, Horizontal 2-cylinder gasoline engine
No of cylinders – bore x stroke mm 2-76x70
Total displacement ml(cc) 635
Rated output kW/rpm (PS/rpm) 28 (38) / 5100
Fuel consumption l/h 13
Carburetor Float, with auto-choke unit
Cooling system Forced water cooling
Ignition system Non-contact (CDI) magnet ignition
Ignition plug NGK B8HS
Fuel tank capacity l 12
Fuel Unleaded gasoline
Oil tank capacity l 1.2
Lubricating oil 2-cycle engine oil (separate lubrication 50:1)
Startup system Self-starting motor type, recoil type Recoil type
Charging capacity V-A 12-1.0 ―
Speed regulating system Centrifugal weight
Rotation Left (viewed from output side)
12-25 (Search light)
Lighting V-W
12-3 x 2 (Meter lamp)
Battery 28A19R (12V30AH) ―
PUMP
Model P476
Classification S M
Type High-pressure one-stage turbine pump
Suction port dia. mm Nominal 75 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Discharge port dia. mm Nominal 65 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Rated pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.55 (5.5)
Rated discharge m3/min 1.40
Rated discharge nozzle mm φ30.0
Performance

Rated rotation speed rpm Approx. 4500

High pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.8 (8.0)
High-pressure discharge m3/min 1.13
High-pressure nozzle mm φ24.5
High-pressure rpm Approx. 4700
Rated rpm rpm 5100 (Governor set)
Pump chamber sealing Mechanical unit seal
Vacuum pump 4-blade eccentric rotary type with strainer
Vacuum MPa Suction head Approx. 9 m (–0.085 or more)
Lubrication Oilless system
Dimension (overall L x W x H) mm 657 x 584 x 720
Dry weight kg Approx. 88 Approx. 78
STANDARD UNITS
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Root joint 1 Battery(S) 1

ACCESSORIES
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Safety
Disassembly tool set 1 Suction port strainer 1 1 Instruction manual 1
nozzle
Automatic battery
Pump cover 1 Ignition plug 1 Fuse(S) 1 charger 1

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SPECIFICATIONS
S
P555 M
Brand name RABBIT P555
Type Portable fire fighting pump
ENGINE
Model EP555
Classification S M
Type Water-cooled, 2-cycle, Horizontal 2-cylinder gasoline engine
No of cylinders – bore x stroke mm 2-76x70
Total displacement ml(cc) 635
Rated output kW/rpm (PS/rpm) 28 (38) / 5100
Fuel consumption l/h 14
Carburetor Float, with auto-choke unit
Cooling system Forced water cooling
Ignition system Non-contact (CDI) magnet ignition
Ignition plug NGK B8HS
Fuel tank capacity l 12
Fuel Unleaded gasoline
Oil tank capacity l 1.2
Lubricating oil 2-cycle engine oil (separate lubrication 50:1)
Startup system Self-starting motor type, recoil type Recoil type
Charging capacity V-A 12-1.0 ―
Speed regulating system Centrifugal weight
Rotation Left (viewed from output side)
12-25 (Search light)
Lighting V-W
12-3 x 2 (Meter lamp)
Battery 28A19R (12V30AH) ―
PUMP
Model P555
Classification S M
Type High-pressure one-stage turbine pump
Suction port dia. mm Nominal 75 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Discharge port dia. mm Nominal 65 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Rated pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.70 (7.0)
Rated discharge m3/min 1.28
Rated discharge nozzle mm φ27.0
Performance

Rated rotation speed rpm Approx. 4600

High pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 1.00 (10.0)
High-pressure discharge m3/min 0.88
High-pressure nozzle mm φ20.5
High-pressure rpm Approx. 4900
Rated rpm rpm 5100 (Governor set)
Pump chamber sealing Mechanical unit seal
Vacuum pump 4-blade eccentric rotary type with strainer
Vacuum MPa Suction head Approx. 9 m (–0.085 or more)
Lubrication Oilless system
Dimension (overall L x W x H) mm 657 x 584 x 720
Dry weight kg Approx. 88 Approx. 78
STANDARD UNITS
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Root joint 1 Battery(S) 1

ACCESSORIES
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Disassembly tool set 1 Suction port strainer 1 Safety nozzle 1 Instruction manual 1
Automatic battery
Pump cover 1 Ignition plug 1 Fuse(S) 1 charger 1

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SPECIFICATIONS
P572 S
Brand name RABBIT P572
Type Portable fire fighting pump
ENGINE
Model EP572
Classification S
Type Water-cooled, 2-cycle, Horizontal 2-cylinder gasoline engine
No of cylinders – bore x stroke mm 2-80x72
Total displacement ml(cc) 723
Rated output kW/rpm (PS/rpm) 34.2 (46.5) / 5200
Fuel consumption l/h 17.5
Carburetor Float, with auto-choke unit
Cooling system Forced water cooling
Ignition system Non-contact (CDI) magnet ignition
Ignition plug NGK B7HS
Fuel tank capacity l 12
Fuel Unleaded gasoline
Oil tank capacity l 1.2
Lubricating oil 2-cycle engine oil (separate lubrication 50:1)
Startup system Self-starting motor type, recoil type
Charging capacity V-A 12-1.0
Speed regulating system Centrifugal weight
Rotation Left (viewed from output side)
12-25 (Search light)
Lighting V-W
12-3 x 2 (Meter lamp)
Battery 28A19R (12V30AH)
PUMP
Model P572
Classification S
Type High-pressure one-stage turbine pump
Suction port dia. mm Nominal 75 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Discharge port dia. mm Nominal 65 (fire-fighting screw-type fitting JIS-B-9912)
Rated pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 0.70 (7.0)
Rated discharge m3/min 1.53
Rated discharge nozzle mm φ29.5
Performance

Rated rotation speed rpm Approx. 4900

High pressure MPa(kg/cm2) 1.0 (10.0)
High-pressure discharge m3/min 1.06
High-pressure nozzle mm φ22.5
High-pressure rpm Approx. 5000
Rated rpm rpm 5200 (Governor set)
Pump chamber sealing Mechanical unit seal
Vacuum pump 4-blade eccentric rotary type with strainer
Vacuum MPa Suction head Approx. 9 m (–0.085 or more)
Lubrication Oilless system
Dimension (overall L x W x H) mm 657 x 584 x 720
Dry weight kg Approx. 88
STANDARD UNITS
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Root joint 1 Battery 1

ACCESSORIES
Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units Designation No. of units
Disassembly tool set 1 Suction port strainer 1 Safety nozzle 1 Instruction manual 1
Automatic battery
Pump cover 1 Ignition plug 1 Fuse 1 charger 1

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DESIGNATION OF PARTS

Fuel Tank Cap

Rabbit Monitor
Compound Pressure Pressure Gauge
Gauge Suction Lever Ignition Plug Cover
Main Switch
Throttle
Search Light
Receptacle Cap

Fuse Box

Oil Tank Cylinder Drain Cock

Battery
Exhaust Manifold
OPERATING SIDE BACK SIDE

Discharge Valve Handle

Discharge Valve
Stop Valve Water Discharge Valve
Drain Button
Drain Cock

Recoil Starter
Handle
Fuel Cock

Muffler Air
Exhaust Port

Recoil Starter
Vacuum Pump Muffler Drain Cock
Air Exhaust Pipe
RECOIL STARTER SIDE PUMP SIDE

BEFORE OPERATION
(1) Confirm that a complete set of the standard equipment and accessories in the package.
(2) For (S) Specification, it is necessary to connect the battery with the terminals. First, detach the cover on the operation
side, and connect the battery with (+) terminal and (-) terminal. Detach the liquid port plug nearest to the (+) terminal
of the battery, and mount the battery liquid level sensor.

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PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION

1. Fill the fuel.

Fill the fuel tank with automobile gasoline. (Separate
lubricating system used: It is not necessary to mix with
2-cycle oil.)
DANGER
The level of the fuel in the tank can be checked by the fuel
gauge on the tank top.

Notes:
1. Never feed fuel full up to the tank feeding port.
2. If fuel stored for a long time emits irritating odor or appears
turbid, replace it immediately.
3. If water or dust remains in the fuel cock cup, remove and clean
the cup.
FLAMMABLE DANGER
INFLAMMABLE
*Don’t close flame.
*Stop engine when supply fuel
2. Fill the oil. *Don’t split fuel.

Fill the oil tank with 2-cycle engine oil.

ATTENTION

Note: Never fill oil fully up to the tank fill port.

3. Set the pump

Pay attention to the following.

(1) The muffler is mounted at the bottom part. Never

operate on dry grass.
WARNING
(2) When carrying the pump, be sure to hold it correctly
with the carrying handle.
(3) Set the pump as near as possible to a water suction level so as to minimize suction height. Place the pump as
ATTENTION level as possible.
(4) To prevent air bubbles in the suction pipe, place the suction pipe in an up-grade manner.
(5) Attach a strainer or a rattan basket to the port of the suction pipe. If there is fear of sand or dirt suction, place a
mat under the rattan basket.
(6) Set the rattan basket at a level about 30 cm under water so that air will not be introduced.
(7) Place the water discharge hose so that it will not be bent halfway.

4. Shut the discharge valve and muffler drain cock.

Note: Keep the cylinder drain cock always “CLOSE” other than in operation described later in “6. For longer no-load operation”.

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OPERATION
1. Start
(1) Set the fuel cock lever ① to "OPEN" .
(2) Set the throttle ② to "START/SUCTION".
(3) Set the main switch ③ to "RUN". In self-starting, turn it to
"START". In start by recoil starter, tread on the step, and pull the
recoil starter handle as shown on the right figure.
(4) The engine starts.

Notes:
1. The engine will sometimes start with difficulty due to excess of
fuel in re-start after warm-up operation. Then, return the
throttle fully toward "SLOW", and start the engine. If the engine Caution at Starting
does not start yet, set the fuel cock once to "CLOSE" and start Pull the starter
the engine. After the engine starts, reset the fuel cock to rope about 50cm.
"OPEN". Pull the starter
rope strongly
2. This fire-fighting pump is equipped with a decompressor to
when the pull-load
reduce pulling force of the recoil starter handle. The be-comes heavier.
decompressor runs regularly when a leak noise can be Until the starter
confirmed when pulling the recoil starter handle lightly. If there rope returns to the
is no leak noise from the decompressor, push the clear button original position.
on the top of the decompressor. don’t release the
grip from the hand.
3. Be careful not to pull the recoil starter rope excessively to the
full.
4. Never start and stop the engine repeatedly without water
suction. Fuel mixture remaining unburnt may cause explosion
(after-fire).
Decompressor

WARNING
Exhaust gas is poisonous
*Don’t operate in bad
ventilation room.

ATTENTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK
*Don’t touch Spark Plug or
Electric Wires on running.

2. Water discharge

(1) After engine startup, set the water suction lever ④ to "SUCTION" (until the lever come in contact with the stopper), and run the
vacuum pump.

(2) When water is discharged continuously from the exhaust pipe of the vacuum pump, reset the water suction lever to
"DISCHARGE" securely and smoothly. If there is any bend halfway on the water suction pipe, air may remain there. To prevent
this, keep the water suction lever running 3 to 5 seconds longer than actually required.

(3) After confirming safety of the pipe end, slowly open the water discharge valve ⑤ keeping the throttle set to "START/SUCTION".
After starting water discharge, adjust the throttle to attain adequate discharge pressure.

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 Notes:

1. If suction height is high, never open the water discharge valve acutely. Water sucked halfway drops and water
cannot be discharged sometimes. If cavitation occurs because of too high water suction level, set the throttle to a
speed as low as possible.
2. When running the vacuum pump with the water suction lever kept running, set the operating time for 30 seconds or
less.
3. The engine is cooled down by water introduced. If the engine is operated without water suction (no-load operation),
set the throttle to low speed and never operate the engine more than 2 minutes. This fire-fighting pump is equipped
with a safety device designed to stop the engine by detecting temperature rise in cooling water. This safety device
sometimes may not function regularly when the throttle is set to medium- or high-speed in no-load operation without
cooling water. Be sure to observe the instruction. (Refer to P. 12 "For Longer No-load Operation".)
4. The pump pressure required depends on the number of extended hoses, nozzle diameter, water feeding height,
two-line water discharge, etc. Set the pump pressure in response to the water discharge pressure at the nozzle.
5. Pay attention to a sudden swing of the nozzle, which may occur when water discharge pressure is too high or when
ATTENTION
the water discharge valve is opened or closed acutely.
6. In relayed water discharge, start the master pump first, and stop the slave pump first.
Set the water feeding pressure of the master pump so that the compound pressure gauge of the slave pump in
operation will read 0.05 to 0.1 MPa (max. 0.6 MPa). The slave pump will not run if the compound pressure gauge
read 0 or below.
The water discharge pressure of the slave pump must be 1.5 MPa or less. If this limit is surpassed, the pressure
gauge or pump unit may be damaged.
7. As illustrated, mount a safety nozzle between joint and
water discharge valve in operation without pipe-end
Mount to the water
nozzle (for example, suction from the water tank or discharge valve
water feeding to a relay tank).

Safety Nozzle
Joint Packing

3. Temporary stop of water discharge

(1) When it is necessary to stop the pump provisionally for replacement of

a nozzle in water discharge or connection of hoses, turn the throttle to
"SLOW", and set the water discharge valve to "CLOSE".

(2) When stopping operation provisionally, with the water suction pipe kept
in operation, set the throttle to "SLOW", and stop the engine keeping
the water suction lever set to water discharge position. In this case,
water will not drop because of the check valve. Start up the engine and
open the water discharge valve. Then, water will be discharged. Half open
(Re-start the engine within 3 minutes.)
Open
Close

4. Stop
(1) Turn the throttle fully to "SLOW" direction, and set the water discharge
valve to "CLOSE".
(2) Reset the main switch to "STOP" after a while, and the engine will stop.
Close
(3) Set the fuel cock lever to "Close". Open

Note: Never stop the engine at medium- or high-speed operation without

setting the throttle to "SLOW". There is a risk of after fire.

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5. For longer no-load operation

Keep cooling water in the cylinder, and it will be possible to perform no-load operation at idling for about 10 minutes. In this mode of
operation, close the cylinder drain cock. In this operation in cold weather, put anti-freezing solution in the cylinder.
(Refer to P. 17 "CAUTIONS IN COLD WEATHER.)

STORAGE
(1) Set the water discharge valve to “HALF OPEN”, and open the water discharge valve and muffler drain cock. Push the water stop
valve drain button and drain water completely. After water drain, be sure to close each drain cock.
(2) After detaching the water suction pipe, re-start the engine. Run the vacuum pump 2 to 3 seconds. After discharging water in
the vacuum pump, stop the engine again.
(3) Set the fuel cock lever to "CLOSE".
(4) Dispose of drained fuel in overflow bottle. (Refer to the photo of the next page for overflow bottle.)
(5) Attach the suction port cap and cover the pump before storage.

Notes:

1. Incomplete water drain may cause damage due to freezing or corrosion.

2. After using muddy water or sea water, clean the pump with fresh water. Then, never fail to drain remaining water of all the
parts.
3. Keep a storage house off moisture.
4. Check the battery charging level and electrolyte level once a month. Charge the battery during storage. (Refer to P. 16
"HANDLING OF BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGER".)
5. Perform water discharge operation once a month for 5 to 10 minutes with the throttle set at high speed.
6. For long storage, open the carburetor drain cock and drain fuel in the float chamber. (Refer to P. 13 “Carburetor”.) Use
completely fuel in the fuel tank or replace it within 3 months.
7. Before storage, confirm that water is completely drained. In operation in cold weather, put an antifreeze mixture in the
pump. (Refer to P. 17 "CAUTIONS IN COLD WEATHER".)

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MAINTENANCE

ENGINE

1. Ignition Plug
0.6mm～0.7mm
Clean the electrode contaminated with exhaust gas or carbon.

Ignition plug used : NGK B7HS (P572)

NGK B8HS (P455/P476/P555)
Gap : 0.6-0.7 mm

2. Throttle

The operating force of the throttle can be fine-controlled by the adjusting nut
on the throttle body side.

3. Carburetor

In long-time storage of the pump, drain fuel in the carburetor float chamber, as
below:

(1) Close the fuel cock.

(2) Pull the drain cock knob and drain fuel. Drained fuel is received by Overflow bottle Drain cock knob
Overflow bottle.
(3) When fuel is drained completely, release your hand from the knob.
(4) Dispose of drained fuel in the bottle. Wipe out spilt fuel, if any, with
waste cloth. Enough care should be taken of disposal of the waste
cloth.
(5) Replace the bottle and insert the tubes in it again.

4. Air Cleaner Element (Except for P572)

Detach the element from the air cleaner, and confirm that it is free of contamination.
If the element is contaminated, clean it with kerosene. After it is cleaned, immerse it in oil mixture (kerosene 2-4:
DANGER automobile Mobil oil 1), swing off drops completely and attach it to the cleaner main unit.

Air Cleaner
Main Unit Air cleaner
Air Cleaner cover
Element

P455/P476/P555 P572

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5. Governor Oil
Detach the oil pump, and continue to refill oil until oil comes out from the bolt hole, as
illustrated on the right (once a year).

Automobile Mobil Oil : SAE#30, #20 (in winter)

Specified level 50 ml

Note: Under cold weather in winter, it is recommended to use SAE5W30 or

SAE10W30 or other types of lubricating oil adapted for operation under cold
weather.

6. Search Light (Option)

When using the search light during engine stop, it is possible to operate it by battery. In
this case, change the connection of one line on the back of the receptacle according to the
wiring diagram in P. 20. In this connection, the battery discharges much. Be sure to check
the battery level.

PUMP

1. Water Suction Port Strainer

After the pump is operated for water containing alga, clear the alga of the water Water Suction Port
suction strainer.

Water Suction
Port strainer

2. Vacuum Pump Strainer Vacuum Pump

After the pump is operated for water containing dirt, sand or alga, detach the Strainer Cap
strainer cap, and clean the strainer. Vacuum Pump
Strainer
Vacuum Pump Strainer
Chamber

3. Adjustment and Replacement of Vacuum Pump Driving V-belt

Vacuum Pump
V-belt
(1) If the belt does not run regularly, adjust the belt retainer.
(2) If the belt is extended, the belt tension can be adjusted to some degree by
shifting the tension pulley. If the belt tension cannot be controlled or the belt
is damaged, replace it with a new one. (Belt used: A-29 V-belt)

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RABBIT MONITOR

The pump operating condition control can be centralized on Rabbit Monitor

on the operation panel. The monitor displays an alarm in abnormality or stops
the engine in an emergency, enabling safety operation of the pump.

1. Operation Check of Monitor

Set the main switch to "RUN", and all LEDs will go on for about 3 seconds
(only in (S) specification).
If the LEDs do not go on, there may be some abnormality. Contact the
maintenance shop or dealer.

2. Monitor Indication and Remedy

Indication Monitor Operation Remedy

Fuel If fuel becomes in small quantity, LED goes on. Refill tank with gasoline.

If oil level become low enough, engine stops to prevent Set main switch to "STOP", refill oil tank with
2 cycle oil
seizure, and LED goes on. oil, and re-start engine.

Drain cock If muffler drain cock opens, LED goes on. Close drain cock except in drain.

Insufficient engine cooling water may cause

LED goes on if cooling water pressure is
ON over-heating. Increase water pressure by
low.
Cooling setting throttle at high speed.
water If cooling water temperature becomes too
Cooling water temperature rises. Check up
FLICKER high, engine stops and LED goes on to
causes and remove them.
prevent engine from overheating. (Note 1)
If battery voltage lowers, LED goes on (only
in (S) specification; in (M) specification,
ON
Battery LED goes on in low-speed operation, which Refer to P.16 "HANDLING OF BATTERY
Level does not mean a failure). AND BATTERY CHARGER".
LED goes on when electrolyte level is too
FLICKER
low (only in (S) specification).

Notes:

(1) In no-load operation without cooling water, it may not function regularly. Be sure to observe the instructions for no-load
operation (refer to P.11, Note: 3).
(2) In addition to checkup by Rabbit monitor, be sure to check up every part at the time of periodical inspection.

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 BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGE
1. Battery

Charge the equipped battery before using it, although it has already charged and can be used.

Notes : 1. Be sure to make correct connection with the battery terminals (＋red, －black).
2. To connect the battery, start with the ＋terminal, to disconnect it, start with the －terminal.

2. Battery Care
(1) The battery electrolyte is diluted sulfuric acid and is very harmful to the skin. Never unscrew the electrolyte cap except
WARNING
when required to refill. When refilling, pay enough attention to keep the electrolyte off the skin. Also, never to spill the
electrolyte.

(2) The battery discharges continuously even not in use, so the supplementary charging is required.

* Be sure to recharge the battery using the attached charger, because unlike automobile batteries, this battery cannot be
charged during the operation.

(3) The attached charger is an automatic charger, which can automatically switch from the normal charging to the
supplementary charging (charging to cover the self-discharged electricity).

(4) Check the electrolyte level from time to time. Put distilled water into the battery up to the maximum liquid level, if the
WARNING
electrolyte level is below the level.

3. Battery Charging Charge status ○：Lit

(1) Clean the battery terminals, by removing dust and dirt from the Power lamp Completion
battery. If the electrolyte level is below the maximum liquid level, (Red) lamp (Green)
WARNING
put distilled water into the battery up to the maximum liquid level. Not charged

Normal ＜ 80% ○
(2) Connect the output plug of the battery charger to the socket of charging ≧ 80% ○ ○
this fire fighting pump. If the power switch is tuned on, the power
lamp(red) is lit and the charging starts. Compensation charging ○

(3) The charging is complete when the completion lamp(green) is lit

and the power lamp(red) is turned off. The charger goes into the
supplementary battery charging.

Notes : 1. The breaker is activated if excessive current is supplied because of a reverse connected battery. Also, the
breaker may be activated if the Main Switch is turn to the "CELL" during the charging. Eliminate the causes
of the problem, and reset the breaker to the normal position.
2. The useful life of the battery is about 2 years.

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CAUTIONS IN COLD WEATHER

1. Cautions in Storage
Anti-freezing solution
(1) Use high-grade fuel. (The higher the gasoline quality is,
the more gasoline becomes volatile and the easier the Mixture ratio
Freezing temperature
startup is.) Anti-freezing solution
Water (%) (℃)
(2) Prevent the pump main unit, water discharge valve, (%)
vacuum pump and muffler from freezing. After the pump 10 90 -4.7
operation is over, discharge water and use anti-freezing
solution or alcohol. In some cases, it is advisable to keep 20 80 -10.7
the parts warm.
30 70 -17.7
(3) Always keep a required amount of anti-freezing solution.
40 60 -27.7
(4) Confirm that the vacuum pump rotates regularly. If it is
frozen and cannot run, heat it with hot water. 50 50 -39.8
(5) Keep the battery always well maintained.

2. Feeding of Anti-freezing Solution

(1) After draining water completely from the drain cock of each part, tighten the suction port cap, and close the discharge valve
drain cock, muffler drain cock and discharge valve. Attach a tube to the port of muffler drain cock, and place the other end of
the tube in the anti-freezing solution.
(2) After engine startup, set the water suction lever to the suction position, and operate the vacuum pump for about 5 seconds.
When confirming that the compound pressure gauge indicates a negative pressure, set the water suction lever to the water
discharge position and stop the engine. If the pressure does not become negative, confirm that the suction port cap, drain
cock, etc. are tightly closed, and repeat the procedure mentioned before.
(3) Cover the cooling water discharge port with your palm and open the muffler drain cock. So the anti-freezing solution will be
sucked in. If the solution suction reaches by about 2.5 lit. and dose not proceed further, close the drain cock.
(4) Re-start the engine, keep it in operation for about 5 seconds so the solution will spread totally. Set the water suction lever to
the water suction position, return it to the water discharge position when the anti-freezing solution comes out from the
vacuum pump exhaust pipe, and stop the engine.
(5) Open each drain cock, and drain the anti-freezing solution. (For longer no-load operation, never discharge the anti-freezing
solution from the cylinder drain cock. Refer to P. 12 “For longer no-load operation”.

Notes :
1. In cold weather, the vacuum pump may freeze even in operation. In such a case, detach the vacuum pump strainer cap,
and pour 10 ml of the anti-freezing solution. Start the engine, pull the water suction lever, and spread the anti-freezing
solution well in the vacuum pump.

3. Cautions in Handling of Accessories

(1) Be sure to dry up a cloth hose or metal pieces.
(2) Pour hot water on a frozen cloth hose.

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Note: The services of inspection and maintenance for the items in parens in "Countermeasures" shall be submitted to the
official staff qualified for the portable fire fighting pumps or to our special agents.

ENGINE

Condition Cause / Remedy

Possibility of auto choke irregularity. Turn the throttle fully to the "SLOW"
Fuel system

Excessive suction of fuel side, and perform startup operation again.

《 Possibility of irregularity in the carburetor float and needle valve. 》

Irregular fuel Confirm that gasoline becomes old or is mixed with water.
If necessary, replace it with new one.
Confirm that the ignition plug is loosened, the electrode becomes dirty or
Ignition plug that the gap is 0.7 mm or more.
If necessary, clean the plug, adjust the gap, and retighten securely.
《 Possibility of irregularity in the flywheel magneto coil, CDI coil unit and
Difficult startup

Irregular magnet
ignition coil. 》
Electric system

Confirm that there in no disconnection.

If necessary, perform correct connection according to the wiring diagram.

Open the fuse box on the operation panel, and confirm that the fuse blows
Others out or not.
If it blows out, replace it with a new one.
Set the main switch to "RUN", and confirm that LED of Rabbit monitor
battery voltage display goes on.
If it is on, charge the battery (only in (S) specification).
Confirm that the decompressor is not loosened. If loosened, tighten it
Decompressor securely.
If the recoil starter is hard to pull, push the decompressor.
Excessive or irregular fuel Refer to "Difficult startup, Electric system".
Irregular rotation

Confirm that the fuel tank cap air orifice and fuel passage is not clogged.
Insufficient fuel suction
If clogged, clean it.

Ignition plug Refer to "Difficult startup, Electric system".

Worn-out parts 《 Possibility of wear in the cylinder, piston and piston ring. 》
Abnormal noise

《 Possibility of cylinder overheating and knocking because of irregularity

Knocking
in the cooling system. 》

Partial operation may occur because of irregular explosion if gasoline is old

Partial operation and the ignition plug is irregular.
Refer to "Difficult startup, Fuel system, Electric system".

《 Possibility of excessive carbon accumulation on the cylinder head and

piston head. 》
Abnormal overheating
of cylinder head

《 Possibility of clogging in the muffler inside and exhaust port. 》

《 Possibility of clogging in the cooling water passage. 》

《 Possibility of irregular ignition period of the ignition plug. 》

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PUMP

Condition Cause/Remedy

Water suction becomes impossible when difference in height between pump and suction level
Compound pressure

exceeds 9 m. Place the pump so as to minimize the difference.

Negative pressure.
Gauge indicates

Confirm that there is no clogging in the water suction pipe strainer, rattan basket, water suction pipe
inside and water suction port strainer. If clogged, remove foreign materials.

Water suction may be impossible if there is an air pocket in the water suction pipe. Confirm that the
water suction pipe is arranged regularly.
Impossibility of water suction

Confirm that the water discharge valve and muffler drain cock are closed. If not, close.

Confirm that the vacuum pump strainer cap is regularly closed and that the strainer is not clogged.
Compound pressure gauge does not

If clogged, clean and tighten the cap securely.

Confirm that the V-belt is extended or broken.

Refer to P. 14 "MAINTENANCE, Adjustment and Replacement of Vacuum Pump Driving V-belt".
indicate negative pressure.

Confirm that the water suction pipe is regularly tightened, and that the water suction portion is regularly
placed in water.
If not, tighten the water suction pipe regularly, and immerse the water suction part completely in
water.

《 Possibility of leakage in the pump sealing and piping. 》

《 Possibility of failure in the vacuum pump. 》

Pump If the nozzle diameter is too large, water discharge pressure cannot reach a specified level. Check
discharge pressure
Insufficient water

the specification of the nozzle. Replace it with a new one, if necessary.

Confirm that the water suction pipe strainer, rattan basket, water suction pipe inside, and water suction
port strainer are not clogged.
--- Refer to "Impossibility of water suction".

Engine Confirm that the engine operates regularly.

--- Refer to "Irregular rotation".

Pump Confirm that there are foreign materials in the labyrinth. If there are, remove them.
pump rotation
Impossibility of

Confirm that the pump does not freeze.

--- Refer to "Cautions in Cold Weather".

Engine 《 Possibility of Engine Seizure 》

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WIRING DIAGRAM

(S) WIRING DIAGRAM

Notes : 1. This pump is equipped the fuse, but pay attention to correct connection with (+) and (-) terminals of battery.

2. In connection with the battery, start with (+). In disconnection, start with (-) terminal.

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(M) WIRING DIAGRAM

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