Prosser PHD13G, Installation And Operation Manual

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SECTION B: GENERAL INFORMATION

B-1)  To the Purchaser:

Congratulations! You are the owner of one of the fi nest 
pumps on the market today. These pumps are products 
engineered and manufactured of high quality components. 
Over one hundred years of pump building experience 
along with a continuing quality assurance program combine 
to produce a pump which will stand up to the toughest 
applications.

This manual will provide helpful information concerning 
installation, maintenance, and proper service guidelines.

B-2) Receiving:

Upon receiving the pump, it should be inspected for 
damage or shortages. If damage has occurred, fi le a claim 
immediately with the company that delivered the pump. If 
the manual is removed from the packaging, do not lose or 
misplace.

B-3) Storage:
Short Term

 - Prosser Pumps are manufactured for effi cient 

performance following short inoperative periods in storage. 
For best results, pumps can be retained in storage, as factory 
assembled, in a dry atmosphere with constant temperatures 
for up to six (6) months.

Long Term

 - Any length of time exceeding six (6) months, but 

not more than twenty four (24) months. The units should be 
stored in a temperature controlled area, a roofed over walled 
enclosure that provides protection from the elements (rain, 
snow, wind-blown dust, etc.), and whose temperature can be 
maintained b40 deg. F and +120 deg. F.
If extended high humidity is expected to be a problem, all 
exposed parts should be inspected before storage and all 
surfaces should then be sprayed with a rust-inhibiting oil.

Pump should be stored in its original shipping container. 
On initial start up, rotate impeller by hand to assure seal 
and impeller rotate freely. If it is required that the pump be 
installed and tested before the long term storage begins, such 
installation will be allowed provided:

1.)  The pump is not installed under water for more than
 

one (1) month.

2.)  Immediately upon satisfactory completion of the test,
 

the pump is removed, thoroughly dried, repacked in 

the original shipping container, and placed in a

temperature controlled storage area.

B-4) Service Centers:

For the location of the nearest Prosser Service Center, check 
your Prosser representative or Crane Pumps & Systems, Inc., 
Service Department in Piqua, Ohio, telephone (937) 778-8947 
or Crane Pumps & Systems Canada, Bramton, Ontario, 
(905) 457-6223.

SECTION C: BEFORE STARTING:

1. Fill oil reservoir to the top of the sight glass with a good 
grade of hydraulic oil with anti-wear additives. Use oils 
recommended below (minimum viscosity of 150SSU @ 100 
Deg. F. (38 Deg. C.) or their equivalent:

SUPPLIER

GRADE

Pennzoil

Hydraulic Oil No. 46

Texaco

Rando HDAZ

Shell

Tellas Hydraulic Oils

Mobil

D.T.E. 20 Series

Chevron

EP Hydraulic Oils

Exxon

J-58 Hydraulic Oil

NOTE: WHEN USING THIS EQUIPMENT IN 
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS WE 
RECOMMEND USING AN OIL SUCH AS THE 
MOBIL EAL 224H.

NOTE: WHEN USING THIS EQUIPMENT IN 
HIGH TEMPERATURE ENVIRONMENTS WE 
RECOMMEND USING DEXRON AUTOMATIC 
TRANSMISSION FLUID.

2. Fill fuel tank with clean gasoline as per engine 
manufacturers recommendations. (see Engine Manual).

3. Check engine oil (See engine instruction manual for correct 
oil for each climate).

4. Connect hydraulic hoses from power unit to equipment 
to be powered. Be sure to completely connect the hydraulic 
couplings or damage will result to the hydraulic system. 
Pressure and return hoses cannot be connected incorrectly 
because the couplings are incompatible. Always be sure the 
connections are clean before assembling.

5. Turn control valve counter-clockwise until handle rotates 
freely. This de-energizes the hydraulic system to permit easy 
starting of engine and also allows you to turn off the hydraulic 
system without stopping the engine.

SECTION D: STARTING PROCEDURE:

1. Start engine at low speed and allow several minutes for 
warm up. (See engine manual).

2. Turn control valve clockwise until it stops. This energizes the 
hydraulic system. Check operation and/or rotation of device 
being powered. If correct, increase engine speed to achieve 
desired output.

NOTE: IF MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IS NOT 
REQUIRED, IT IS BEST TO SLOW ENGINE SPEED 
TO MEET THE NEEDED FLOW. THIS SAVES FUEL 
AND EXTENDS THE LIFE OF THE EQUIPMENT.

SECTION E: STOPPING PROCEDURE:

1. To stop the power unit, decrease engine speed and 
de-energize the hydraulic system.

2. To stop the engine, turn switch to the off position.

3. After initially starting the system, check the hydraulic oil level 
in the reservoir. Filling the hoses initially will cause the level to 
drop slightly.