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3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine will no longer start. ¦ Remove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 ounce of 2-cycle mixing oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Slowly pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times so oil will evenly coat the interior of the engine. Reinstall the spark plug. ¦ Before storing the unit, repair or replace any worn or damaged parts. ¦ Remove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water. Let dry and reassemble the element. ¦ Store the unit in a clean, dust-free area. Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START What To Check Vaporlock. Valve adjustment. Possible Cause Engine hot/heat soaked. Low fuel quality. Valve clearance too tight. Valve clearance too loose. Remedy Let cool completely and restart. Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Adjust valves. ENGINE DOES NOT START What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Does the engine crank? Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty recoil starter. NO Fluid in the crankcase. YES Internal damage. Good compression? Tighten and re-test. Loose spark plug. NO Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa Excess wear on cylinder, servicing dealer. piston, rings. Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane Fuel incorrect, stale, or of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. contaminated; mixture incorrect. Is fuel visible and moving in the return line when priming? Replace fuel filter or vent as required. and/or vent. Check for clogged fuel filter Re-start. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Priming pump not functioning properly. YES NODoes the tank contain fresh fuel of the proper grade? YES YES NO Is there spark at the spark plug wire terminal? Check the spark plug. YES 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. Move switch to “I” (ON) position and re-start. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" Clean and gap the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart. Replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart. Troubleshooting Guide (continued) 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 m...
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Garden Tools - C344 (1.49 mb)
Garden Tools - C344 (1.49 mb)
Garden Tools - C344 (1.49 mb)