Shindaiwa GP344 - Manual (Page 2)

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This Shindaiwa GP344 water pump has
been designed and built to deliver supe-
rior performance and reliability with-
out compromise to quality, comfort, or
durability.
Shindaiwa high performance engines
represent the leading edge of 4-cycle
engine technology, delivering exception-
ally high power at remarkably low dis-
placement and weight. As an owner/
operator, you’ll soon discover why Shin-
daiwa is simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this manual
describes units available at the time of
production. While every attempt has
been made to give you the very latest
information about your Shindaiwa GP344
water pump, there may be some differ-
ences between your pump and what is
described here.Shindaiwa Inc. reserves
the right to make changes in production
without prior notice, and without obliga-
tion to make alterations to units previ-
ously manufactured.
Read and follow this Owner’s/
Operator’s Manual. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing pro-
tection at all times during
the operation of this unit.
To avoid water pump
damage, fill priming port
with water before use.
Introduction
Throughout this manual are special
“attention statements”.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “WARNING” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the
word “CAUTION” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
“NOTE” contains information that is
handy to know and may make your job
easier.
dANGER!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “DANGER” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit as well as to protect
you and others from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to
replace any safety rules and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your H4 series hand-held
power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed on the
back of this Manual.
Safety ............................................. 3
Unit Description .............................. 4
Specifications ................................. 4
Assembly ........................................ 5
Mixing fuel ...................................... 6
Filling the fuel tank.......................... 6
Starting the Engine ......................... 7
Adjusting Engine Idle ...................... 8
Operation ........................................ 9
Maintenance ................................. 10
Long Term Storage ....................... 13
Troubleshooting Guide ................. 13
Emission System Warranty .......... 17
Echo, Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
Operational and warning labels
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WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING: Surface can
be hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.
HOT SURFACE