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DG-252737
Operator's Manual
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Shark DG-232437, DG-252737, DG-383537, DG-354037, DG-303037 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’S MAN U AL
MODEL # ORDER # DG-232437 1.107-138.0 DG-252737 1.107-139.0 DG-303037 1.107-140.0 DG-383537 DG-354037 DG-232437 1.107-244.0 DG-252737 1.107-245.0 DG-354037 1.107-246.0
To locate your local Shark Commercial Pressure Washer Dealer nearest you,
1.107-141.0
1.107-225.0
visit www.shark-pw.com
8.919-011.0
Important Safety Information ................................................................4-6
Component Identifi cation .........................................................................7
Assembly Instructions ..............................................................................8
Operating Instructions.........................................................................9-10
Applying Detergent and General Operating Techniques ........................11
Shut Down and Clean-Up ......................................................................12
Storage ..................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................13-14
Preventative Maintenance .....................................................................15
Hose & Spray Gun Assembly ................................................................16
Oil Change Record ................................................................................17
CONTENTS
Model Number ______________________________ Serial Number ______________________________ Date of Purchase ____________________________
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the pressure washer. You should record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer. We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must hav e an understanding of the manufacturer’ s operating instructions and warnings before using this pressure washer . W arning information
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should be emphasized and understood. If the operator is not fl uent in English, the manufacturer’s instruc­tions and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator’ s nativ e language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
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Never permit anyone to operate the engine without proper instructions.
SA VE THESE 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 . Use only identical replacement parts.
This machine is to be used only by trained operators.
WARNING
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation. Use this product only in a well ventilated area.
5. Avoid installing machines in small areas or near exhaust
RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION: USE
THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN
A WELL
VENTILATED AREA.
fans. Exhaust contains poi­sonous carbon monoxide gas; e xposure may cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. It also contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
WARNING: Risk of fi re. Do not add fuel when the product is operating.
WARNING: Risk of explosion — do not spray flammable
RISK OF FIRE. DO NOT ADD FUEL WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
liquids.
6. Do not place machine near flammable ob­jects as the engine is hot.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals kno wn to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fi res around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact: Local fi re agencies for laws or regulations relating to fi re prevention requirements.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury, read operating instruc­tions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's man­ual thoroughly. Failure to follow instructions could
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL THOROUGHL Y
PRIOR TO USE.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes. Contact your electrician, plumber, utility compan y or the selling distributor for specifi c details.
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cause malfunction of the machine and result in death, serious bodily in­jury and/or property damage.
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7. Allow engine to cool for 1-2 minutes before refu­eling. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is not done.)
Gasoline 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 e xpansion of the
fuel should the equipment be exposed to a higher ambient temperature.
In an overfi lling situation, additional precautions
are necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in a safe manner.
WARNING: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery ground terminal before servicing.
8. Tr ansport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off valve OFF.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING
WARNING: Keep wand, hose, and water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric shock may result.
9. Do not spray water on or near electrical components.
KEEP WA TER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
WARNING
WARNING: Flammable liquids can create fumes which can ignite, causing property dam­age or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT SPRAY
FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS.
— Do not spray flammable liquids.
10. Keep operating area clear of all persons.
WARNING
WARNING: This machine ex­ceeds 85 db appropriate ear protection must be worn.
EAR PROTECTION
MUST BE WORN
WARNING
WARNING: High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other particles to become airborne and fl y at high speeds. T o av oid personal injury, eye, hand and foot safety devices must be
USE PROTECTIVE
EYE WEAR
AND CLOTHING
WHEN OPERATING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
worn.
11. Eye, hand, and foot protec-
tion must be worn when using this equipment.
WARNING
WARNING: Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands be­fore starting. Failure to do this could result in injury from a whipping wand.
TRIGGER GUN KICKS
BACK - HOLD WITH
BOTH HANDS
12. To reduce the r isk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a machine is used near children. Do not allow chil-
dren to operate the pressure washer. This ma-
chine must be attended during operation.
WARNING
WARNING: High pressure de­veloped by these machines will cause personal injury or equip­ment damage. Keep clear of nozzle. Use caution when op­erating. Do not direct discharge
RISK OF INJECTION OR SEVERE INJURY TO PERSONS. KEEP CLEAR OF NOZZLE.
stream at people, or severe injury or death will result.
13. Never make adjustments on machine while in operation.
14. Be certain all quick coupler fi ttings are secured before using pressure washer.
WARNING
WARNING: Protect machine from freezing.
15. To keep machine in best operating conditions, it is important you protect machine from freezing. F ailure to protect
PROTECT FROM
FREEZING
machine from freezing could cause malfunction of the
machine and result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage. Fol­low storage instructions specifi ed in this manual.
16. The best insurance against an accident is precau­tion and knowledge of the machine.
WARNING
WARNING: Be extremely careful when using a ladder, scaffold­ing or any other relatively un­stable location. The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and drainage to reduce
RISK OF INJURY FROM
FALLS WHEN USING
LADDER.
the possibility of a fall due to slippery surfaces.
17. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times.
18. Do not operate this machine when fatigued or under the infl uence of alcohol, prescription medi­cations, or drugs.
19. Inlet water must be clean fresh water and no hotter then 90°F.
20. Manufacturer will not be liable for any changes made to our standard machines or any compo­nents not purchased from us.
21. Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fl uids to pass through the pump.
22. Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed longer than 1-2 minutes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
23. Machines with shut-off spray gun should not be operated with the spray gun in the off position f or extensive periods of time as this ma y cause dam­age to the pump.
24. Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffi c and sharp objects. Inspect condition of high pressure hose before using or bodily injury may result.
25. In hot water models before disconnecting dis­charge hose from water outlet, turn burner off
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and open spray gun to allow water to cool below 100° before stopping the machine. Then open the spray gun to relieve pressure. Failure to properly cool down or maintain the heating coil may result in a steam explosion.
26. In oil burning models, use only kerosene, No. 1 home heating fuel, or diesel. If diesel is used, add a soot remover to every tankful.
27. This pressure washer is equipped with pneumatic
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tires which may not be fully infl ated due to ship­ping and storage. Please check the air pressure of each tire before use:
a. Remove the valve cap from the tire. b. Attach a bicycle pump and infl ate the tire
to a maximum pressure of 25 PSI
Note: If a compressor must be used, follow the
compressor manufacturer's guidelines to limit the output pressure so as not to exceed 25 PSI.
c. Replace the valve cap to the tire valve and
tighten fi rmly. Tire pressure should not exceed 25 PSI.
Follow the maintenance instructions specifi ed in the manual.
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