Operator`s manual

SHARK SSD DIESEL • #97-6167 • REV. 7/05
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PRESSURE WASHER
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Thank you for purchasing a diesel pressure washer.
All information in this manual is based on the latest prod-
uct information available at the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time with-
out incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning information
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions
and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the
operator in the operator’s native language by the pur-
chaser/owner, making sure that the operator compre-
hends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING: When using this product basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner’s manual thor-
oughly. Failure to follow in-
structions could cause a mal-
function of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property damage.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressures
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes. Con-
tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the
selling distributor for specific details.
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation.
Only use this product outdoors.
5. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poison-
ous carbon monoxide gas; ex-
posure may cause loss of con-
sciousness and may lead to
death. It also contains chemi
cals known in certain quanti-
ties, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other repro-
ductive harm.
WARNING: Flammable liquids can
create fumes which can ignite,
causing property damage or se-
vere injury.
CAUTION: Risk of fire. Do not add
fuel when the product is operat-
ing.
6. Allow engine to cool for 2 min-
utes before refueling. If any
fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before test-
ing the spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire and/or
explosion may occur if this is not done.)
Engines on mobile or portable equipment shall be
refueled:
(a) outdoors;
(b) with the engine on the equipment stopped;
(c ) with no source of ignition within 10 feet of the
dispensing point; and
(d ) with an allowance made for expansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a higher
ambient temperature.
In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are
necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in
a safe manner.
WARNING: Risk of explosion – do not spray flam-
mable liquids.
7. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
WARNING: Risk of injection or se-
vere injury to persons - Keep
clear of nozzle - Do not touch or
direct discharge stream at per-
sons. This machine is to be used
only by trained operators.
CAUTION: Hot discharge fluid. Do
not touch or direct discharge
stream at persons.
WARNING
RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION.
USE THIS PRODUCT
ONLY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA.
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
STREAM CAN
PIERCE SKIN AND
TISSUES.
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USE WITH
FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS.
WARNING
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
CAUTION
INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION