Shindaiwa EB802 Additional Problems, Poor acceleration, Engine stops abruptly, What To Check

Troubleshooting Guide

ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS

What To Check

Poor acceleration.

Possible Cause

Clogged air filter. Clogged fuel filter. Lean fuel/air mixture. Idle speed set too low.

Remedy

Clean or replace the air filter. Replace the fuel filter.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. Adjust: 2,000 (±200) min-1.

Engine stops abruptly.

Ignition switch turned off.

Fuel tank empty.

Clogged fuel filter.

Water in the fuel.

Shorted spark plug or loose terminal.

Ignition failure.

Piston seizure.

Reset the switch and re-start. Refuel. See Fuel section of manual. Replace fuel filter.

Drain; replace with clean fuel. See Fuel section of manual..

Clean or replace spark plug. Check the Specifications page in this manual for the proper spark plug for your unit. Tighten the terminal.

Replace the ignition unit.

Consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Engine difficult to shut off.

Ground (stop) wire is disconnected or switch is defective

Overheating due to incorrect spark plug

Overheated engine.

Test and replace as required.

Replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications page in this manual for the proper spark plug for your unit.

Idle engine until cool.

Excessive vibration.

Debris build up in impeller.

Loose or damaged impeller. Loose or damaged engine mounts.

Clean debris from impeller as required.

Inspect and replace impeller as required. Tighten or replace engine mounts as required.

	Blower intake or discharge ports or	Inspect and remove debris.
Engine overspeeding.	tubes are clogged with debris..
	Impeller blades are missing or	Consult with a authorized servicing dealer.
	damaged.
	Heat sensor is activated, due to	Stop the engine. Clean debris blocking
	restricted air flow at intake cover.	intake cover. Restart. Idle more than 1
Engine speed is reduced.		minute. If engine speed is reduced again,
		consult with an authorized servicing
		dealer.

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