Shindaiwa GP344, X7506720300 manual Yes

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Troubleshooting Guide

ENGINE dOES NOT START

What To Check

 

 

 

 

 

Possible Cause

 

 

 

Remedy

 

 

 

 

NO

 

 

Faulty recoil starter.

 

 

 

 

 

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Does the engine crank?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fluid in the crankcase.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YES

 

 

 

 

 

 

Internal damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO

 

 

Loose spark plug.

 

 

 

Tighten and re-test.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good compression?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa

 

 

 

 

 

Excess wear on cylinder,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YES

 

 

 

 

 

 

piston, rings.

 

 

 

servicing dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO

 

 

Fuel incorrect, stale, or

 

 

 

 

 

Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Does the tank contain fresh

 

 

 

 

contaminated; mixture incorrect.

 

 

 

 

 

of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fuel of the proper grade?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check for clogged fuel filter

 

 

 

Replace fuel filter or vent as required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is fuel visible and moving

 

 

NO

 

 

and/or vent.

 

 

 

Re-start.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in the return line when

 

 

 

 

 

Priming pump not functioning properly.

 

 

 

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

priming?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

servicing dealer.

YES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO

 

 

The ignition switch is in

 

 

 

Move switch to “I” (ON) position

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is there spark at the spark

 

 

 

 

“O” (OFF) position.

 

 

 

and re-start.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

plug wire terminal?

 

 

 

 

 

Shorted ignition ground.

 

 

 

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

servicing dealer.

YES

 

 

 

 

 

 

Faulty ignition unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the plug is wet, excess

 

 

 

See "Starting a Flooded Engine"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check the spark plug.

 

 

 

 

 

fuel may be in the cylinder.

 

 

 

Clean and gap the spark plug. Check the Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The plug is fouled or improperly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

gapped.

 

 

 

section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The plug is damaged internally

 

 

 

Replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or of the wrong size.

 

 

 

the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents When operating this unit Contents! Always wear eye and hearing protectionEnglish Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and othersOperational and warning labels ContentsIntroduction Safety Specifications are subject to change without notice SpecificationsUnit Description Various components. UnderstandingPrior to Assembly AssemblyInstall the Suction and Discharge Hoses Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativePriming Mixing FuelFilling the fuel tank Handling FuelMixing Instructions After usePressing the primer bulb will not flood Engine with fuel Starting the EngineIf the engine does not start Starting a Flooded EngineOperation Stopping the EngineOperating Tips for Maximum Performance Discharge Quantity liters per minuteMaintenance 10/15-Hour Maintenance Every 10 to 15 hours of operation Hour Maintenance More frequently in dusty conditionsHour Maintenance Spark Arrester Maintenance Valve AdjustmentNever operate this unit With a damaged or missing muffler Ponents is a fire hazard, and can Also damage your hearingAdjusting Engine Idle Carburetor AdjustmentIdle Speed Adjustment Engine Break-InLong Term Storage Symptom Troubleshooting GuidePossible Cause RemedyYES Is the engine overheating? Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Exceptions Purchased Repair Parts and Accessories 01/2010 Page T16011001001/T16011999999 T15912001001/T15912999999 Servicing Information

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