Operator`s manual

SHARK SSD DIESEL • #97-6167 • REV. 7/05
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PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
8. High pressure developed by these machines will cause
personal injury or equipment damage. Use caution
when operating. Do not direct discharge stream at
people, or severe injury or death will result.
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other par-
ticles to become airborne and fly
at high speeds.
9. Eye safety devices, safety
clothing, hand and foot protec-
tion must be worn when using
this equipment.
10. Never make adjustments on
machine while it is in operation.
WARNING: Spray gun kicks back. Hold with both
hands.
11. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands before
starting the cleaner. Failure to do this could result in
injury from a whipping wand.
12. Machines with spray gun should not be operated
with the spray gun in the off position for extensive
periods of time as this may cause damage to the
pump.
13. The best insurance against an accident is precau-
tion and knowledge of the machine.
14. Manufacturer will not be liable for any changes made
to our standard machines, or any components not
purchased from the manufacturer.
WARNING: Keep wand, hose and
water spray away from electrical
wiring or fatal electric shock may
result.
15. Read engine safety instruc-
tions provided.
16. Never run pump dry or leave
spray gun closed longer than
2 minutes.
17. Inlet water must be cold and clean fresh water.
18. Use No. 1 or No. 2 Heating Oil (ASTM D306) only.
NEVER use gasoline in your fuel oil tank. Gasoline
is more combustible than fuel oil and could result in
a serious explosion. NEVER use crankcase or
waste oil in your burner. Fuel unit malfunction could
result from contamination.
19. Protect machine from freezing.
20. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured be-
fore using pressure washer.
21. Do not allow acids, caustic, or abrasive fluids to pass
through the pump.
22. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is nec-
essary when a product is used near children. Do
not allow children to operate the pressure washer.
This machine must be attended during opera-
tion.
23. Do not operate this product when fatigued or under
the influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep operating
area clear of all persons.
24. Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic and
sharp objects. Inspect condition of high pressure
hose before using or bodily injury may result.
25. Before disconnecting discharge hose from water
outlet, release spray gun trigger, turn burner off and
wait 3 seconds before opening spray gun to allow
water to cool below 100°F before stopping the ma-
chine. Then open the spray gun to relieve pressure.
Failure to properly cool down or maintain the heat-
ing coil may result in a steam explosion or coil dam-
age.
26. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support.
Keep good footing and balance at all times.
27. This machine must be attended during operation.
28. CAUTION: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery
ground terminal before servicing.
WARNING
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
USE PROTECTIVE
EYE WEAR
AND CLOTHING
WHEN OPERATING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION