Shindaiwa 81604, LE242/EVC manual Troubleshooting Guide, Engine does not Start

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Troubleshooting Guide

ENGINE DOES NOT START

What To Check

Does the engine crank?

YES

Good compression?

YES

Does the tank contain fresh fuel of the proper grade?

YES

Is fuel visible and moving in the return line when priming?

YES

Is there spark at the spark plug wire terminal?

YES

Check the spark plug.

 

 

 

Possible Cause

 

NO

 

Faulty recoil starter.

 

 

 

 

Fluid in the crankcase.

 

 

 

 

 

Internal damage.

 

 

 

Loose spark plug.

 

NO

 

 

 

 

Excess wear on cylinder, piston, rings.

 

NO

 

Fuel incorrect, stale or contaminated;

 

 

 

 

mixture incorrect.

 

 

 

 

NO

 

Check for clogged fuel filter and/or vent.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Priming pump not functioning properly.

 

NO

 

The ignition switch is in “O” (OFF)

 

 

 

 

 

 

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shorted ignition ground.

 

 

 

Faulty ignition unit.

 

 

 

If the plug is wet, excess fuel may be in

 

 

 

 

 

 

the cylinder.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The plug is fouled or improperly gapped.

 

 

 

The plug is damaged internally or of the

 

 

 

wrong size.

 

 

 

 

Remedy

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Tighten and re-test.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher mixed with

a 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

Replace fuel filter or vent as required; restart.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Move switch to “I” (ON) position and restart.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Crank the engine with the plug removed, reinstall the plug, and restart.

Clean and regap the plug to 0.024 - 0.028 inch (0.6 - 0.7 mm). Restart.

Replace the plug with an NGK BPMR6A or equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct heat range. Set spark plug electrode gap to 0.024-0.028 inch (0.6-0.7 mm).

LOW POWER OUTPUT

What To Check

Is the engine overheating?

Possible Cause

Operator is overworking the unit. Carburetor mixture is too lean. Improper fuel ratio.

Fan, fan cover, cylinder fins dirty or damaged.

Carbon deposits on the piston or in the muffler.

Remedy

Cut at a slower rate.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher mixed with

a 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

Clean, repair or replace as necessary.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have black smoke and/or unburned fuel at the exhaust.

Engine is knocking.

Clogged air cleaner element. Loose or damaged spark plug. Air leakage or clogged fuel line. Water in the fuel.

Piston seizure.

Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm.

Overheating condition.

Improper fuel.

Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber.

Service the air cleaner element.

Tighten or replace.

Repair or replace filter and/or fuel line.

Replace the fuel. See page 7.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

See above.

Check fuel octane rating; check for presence of alcohol in the fuel (pg. 7). Refuel as necessary.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

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Contents LE242/EVC Lawn Edger Safety Instructions ContentsIntroduction Use Good Judgment Safety Instructions Properly Equipped OperatorBe Aware of the Working Environment Safety LabelsSpecifications Prior to AssemblyProduct Description Reinstall the air cleaner cover Assembly and Adjustments Install Gearcase AssemblyAssembly and Adjustments Adjust Throttle Lever Free PlayMixing Fuel Filling the Fuel TankExamples of 501 mixing quantities Slide the ignition switch to the on position. See Figure When the Engine StartsStarting the Engine Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts Idle Speed AdjustmentStopping the Engine Checking Unit ConditionGuidelines for Operating the Edger Using a Hand-held EdgerAdjusting the Cutting Depth To adjust blade heightGeneral Maintenance Daily MaintenanceHour Maintenance 10/15-Hour Maintenance Every 10 to 15 hours of operationLubricate the Flexible Shaft Inspect the Gearcase Protector With an authorized Shindaiwa servicingDealer Long Term Storage Replacing the Edger BladeEngine does not Start Troubleshooting GuideAdditional Problems What is Covered by this Warranty Your Warranty Rights ObligationsOwners Warranty Responsibilities Manufacturer’s Warranty CoveragePage Hiroshima Ku,-Asaminami 3070-692 Teléfono 2481-849-82-81 Fax2220-849-82-81 Teléfono Com.shindaiwa.www Japan 3167,-731 6696-692 FaxGarantía Esta Por Cubierto Está Que Cubierto Está No QueConsiguientes Daños Propietario del Garantía de ResponsabilidadesAdicionales Problemas Continuación Diagnostico GuiaPotencia Baja Diagnostico GuiaBujía la Reínstale Plazo Largo de AlmacenamientoOrilladora la de Cuchilla la Reemplazar Polvo de libreMantenimiento horas 135 Cada Continuación Horas 50 Cada MantenimientoEngranajes de Caja la de Protector el Inspeccione Horas 50 Cada Mantenimiento Horas 10/15 Cada MantenimientoPrecaución Bujía Diario MantenimientoGeneral Mantenimiento SujetadoresCorte del Profundidad la Ajustando Mano de Orillador el UtilizandoShindaiwa marca de lador Oril para cuchillas sólo Utilice Apagado Unidad la de Condición la VerifiqueMotor del Mínima Marcha de Ajuste Motor del ParadaDesde motor el arranque Nunca Motor del Arranque…motor el arranca Cuando Operación de posición laCombustible de Tanque el Llenando De proporciónPRECAUCIÓN!¡ Combustible de Mezcla Acelerador del Holgura la Ajuste Ajustes y EnsamblajeEngranaje de Caja la de Instalación Autorizadas no teraciones Al o modificaciones haga No EspecificacionesEnsamblar de Antes De normal operación la durante operadorTrabajo de Area del Alerta Esté Seguridad de EtiquetasDescalzo! máquina la Juicio Buen Use ¡ADVERTENCIACuidado con Trabaje ContenidoIncendios De Riesgo El Disminuya11/06 .Rev 81604 pieza de Número

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