Honda WSP53 Submersible Pump Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide

Honda_WSP53Honda may be synonymous with internal combustion engines, but their WSP53 Submersible Pump uses a 1/2 hp electric motor to keep basements, crawl spaces and other flood-prone areas dry. This guide will show you how to keep your pump working trouble-free and get it running again when problems do arise. Continue reading

Honda WSP33 Submersible Pump Safety Guidelines

Honda Submersible PumpHonda’s WSP33 can control water levels in ponds and help keep basements dry, but the safety issues of such a device are obvious: it has a powerful motor, it’s constantly surrounded by water and it has household AC current being sent to it. Proper installation and use can all but eliminate the chance of fire and electrocution while providing reliable protection against flooding. Continue reading

Storage and Transport Tips for a Honda WDP30 Diaphragm Pump

Honda_WDP30The Honda WDP30 diaphragm pump is designed to move water and debris under the harshest conditions, handling dry conditions, rocks and large solids with ease. Even with a design built for rough punishment, ensuring reliable service means knowing how to properly move and store it when it’s not in use. Continue reading

Honda WDP30 Troubleshooting Guide

Honda_WDP30Honda’s water pumps are among the most durable and reliable pumps on the market, with a number of features that make them both easier to use and easier to maintain. Sometimes, however, even these top-of-the-line water pumps encounter a few operational problems that need to be fixed quickly. Troubleshooting is the best way for pump owners to figure out the exact cause of problems with the pump or its engine, especially during ignition or when beginning the water transfer process. By following a few troubleshooting guidelines at the first sign of a problem, equipment owners can prevent more serious damage and repairs, which might end up being quite costly if they aren’t caught early through one of these diagnostic procedures. Continue reading

How to Service a Honda WDP30 Diaphragm Pump

Honda_WDP30Whether it’s routine maintenance or a crucial repair, servicing the WDP30 diaphragm pump is a key part of ownership. Equipment owners should keep in mind that maintenance and repairs require the same strict adherence to safety guidelines as regular operation, however, and should therefore perform this work in an area with excellent ventilation, a lack of bystanders, and a flat, level surface that will make it easy to handle key parts and pieces of the pump as needed. With those considerations in mind, here’s what operators should know when pursuing water pump service. Continue reading