Instructions / Assembly

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Ridge Tool Company
2. Turn fuel valve to "ON" position.
3. Move choke lever to "CHOKE" position.
4. Move throttle lever to "START" position.
5. Pull engine crank until engine starts. Once engine
starts, move choke lever to "RUN" position.
6. The pump may take several minutes to prime.
Maintenance Instructions
Always shut off the engine, allow
the engine to cool and remove the spark plug before
performing any maintenance. Such preventative
measures reduce the risk of starting the pump
accidentally.
Inlet Strainer
Check inlet strainer for debris that can restrict water
flow into the pump resulting in poor performance. If
the strainer is dirty, clogged or damaged, clean or
replace the strainer.
Lubrication
Before each use, check engine crankcase oil level.
If low, add Honda 4-Stroke Oil or SAE 10W-30
detergent oil.
If any maintenance is required
other than that listed above, take pump to a RIDGID
Independent Authorized Service Center or return it to
the factory.
Pump Storage
Store the pump in a locked area
that is out of reach of children and people unfamiliar
with this type of equipment. This pump can cause
serious injury in the hands of untrained users.
If the pump will be stored for long periods of time,
drain the water from the pump and follow the engine
manufacturer's recommendations for long-term storage.
Suggested Parts Replacement Schedule
Refer to engine owners manual for engine
maintenance intervals.
Replace inlet flapper valve every 2 years.
Replace impeller every 2 years.
Replace seal kit every 2 years.
Replace Engine every 1000 hours.
See page 7 for RIDGID Cat. numbers.
Service and Repair
Service and repair work on
this pump must be performed by qualified repair
personnel. Pump should be taken to a RIDGID
Independent Authorized Service Center or returned
to the factory. All repairs made by Ridgid service
facilities are warranted against defects in material and
workmanship.
When servicing this pump, only
identical replacement parts should be used. Failure
to follow these steps may create a risk of flooding,
property damage, fire or other serious injury.
If you have any questions regarding the service or
repair of this machine, call or write to:
RIDGID Water Systems
Attn. Technical services department
101 Production Drive
Harrison, Ohio 45030
[e-mail]
1-877-9RIDGID
For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool
Company at http://www.ridgid.com
TP-4000, TP-5500 Utility Pump
Appendix I: Pump Performance Information:
Pump Performance As Related To Discharge Head.
MODEL HP
DISCHARGE
HEAD
0’ 20’ 40’ 60’ 80’
TP-4000 4.0 GPH 9600 5700 5100 4500 3900
TP-5500 5.5 GPH 16800 14400 12000 9000 4620
Pump Losses Due To 100 Feet Of Steel Pipe
PIPE SIZE 4200 5400 7200 9600 12000 14400 16800
2 9 15 25 43 66 95 128
2.53.5 6 1017273851
31 2 3691317