Operating tips for maximum performance – Shindaiwa GP3410 User Manual
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Burn danger/Danger from spilled
fuel! Always stop the pump engine
before transporting the pump. The
engine muffler and other components
may be very hot during or after pump
operation. Carry the pump by the han-
dle only. The pump must remain level at
all times.
Danger of Asphyxiation! This pump
is intended for outdoor use in well
ventilated areas only!
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Danger from moving parts! The pump
rotor will rotate whenever the engine is
cranked or operated. Stop the engine
and disconnect the spark plug terminal
before performing any maintenance or
installations on this pump. Never oper-
ate this pump unless all covers and
shields are in place, and both the suc-
tion and discharge hoses are installed
and firmly connected to the pump.
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Explosion Hazard! Never attempt
to start or operate this pump in the
presence of explosive or combustible
materials!
Never attempt to transfer fuels or
other hazardous liquids with the
GP3410! This pump is designed
and warranted for pumping FRESH
WATER ONLY!
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Operating Tips for Maximum Performance
Minimize friction by using the
correct .0" ID suction and discharge
hoses specified, with a minimum of
connections. Keep all hose runs as
short as possible.
Keep the suction head (vertical lift)
as short as possible. Do not exceed
the pump’s maximum suction head of
6 feet.
Avoid air leaks.
All suction-side connections must
be tightly secured.
Make sure the filler cap and drain
plug on the pump housing are
tight and free from leakage.
Protect the discharge hose from
crushing-type damage, especially
from motor vehicles.
Abrasive debris can damage the
pump impeller and seals, and should
be avoided.
To minimize clogging the strainer
when pumping near mud or debris,
place the strainer in a bucket or on a
bed of stones.
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CAUTION!
Sudden pressure increases (such as
from vehicles driving on the discharge
hose) can split the discharge hose and
may also damage the pump body.
Keep all pets and bystanders away
from the pump during operation and
fueling.
Beware the pump may shift sud-
denly during operation, especially
when the hoses first fill with water.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
or long hair that could get caught in
machinery.
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Always wear eye protection such as
goggles or safety glasses.
Always wear hearing-protection
devices when operating this unit.
Wear appropriate footwear such
as nonskid boots or shoes. Steel-
toed rubber boots are strongly
recommended. NEVER WORK
BAREFOOT!
Gloves are recommended.
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WARNING!
Figure 11
WARNING!
Protect the discharge hose
from crushing.
Minimize clogging from debris: Place the
suction strainer on a bed of stones or tied
in a bucket.
Figure 12
Keep the suction lift
distance as short as
possible.
Be careful when locating the
pump; the pump may shift
suddenly during operation!
The higher the lift, the less
the discharge quantity.
Discharge Quantity ( liters per minute)
Total head (meter
s)