Shark SSD-503067E, SSD-503067G, SSD-503061E, SSD-503061G Operator's Manual

SSD

DIESEL

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

■ SSD-503067E ■ SSD-503067E/G

■ SSD-503061E ■ SSD-503061E/G

SHARK PRESSURE WASHERS ■ 4275 N.W. PACIFIC RIM BLVD. ■ CAMAS, WA 98607 ■ USA

For technical assistance or the Shark Dealer nearest you, call 1-800-771-1881.

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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS

Vol u m e a t

Pump Head

Machine

503067E 5.2 3000 836 51" x 44" x 41"

503061E 5.2 3000 836 51" x 44" x 41"

503067E/G 5.2 3000 1066 51" x 44" x 41"

503061E/G 5.2 3000 1066 51" x 44" x 41"

(GPM)

Pressure at

Pump Head

(PSI) Weight (Lbs)

Dimensions

Length x Width x Height

(Inches)

OPTIONS

Field

Part No. Description

Installation

35-130 Stainless Steel Float Tank X

Factory

Installation

35-131 Stainless Steel Frame X

35-138 Wheel Kit X

35-168 Steam Combination X

Shark SSD Diesel Manual • Form #97-6167 • Revised 11/02

CONTENTS

Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 4

Important Safety Information .....................................................................................................4, 6

Component Identification .............................................................................................................. 5

Pre-Operation Check ....................................................................................................................6

Set-Up Procedures .................................................................................................................... 6-7

Operating Instructions................................................................................................................... 7

General Washing Techniques........................................................................................................ 7

Shut Down Procedures ................................................................................................................. 7

How To Use The Detergent Injector .............................................................................................. 8

Preventative Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 9

Maintenance and Service ........................................................................................................ 9-11

Coil Removal .............................................................................................................................. 11

Exploded View, Left Side............................................................................................................. 12

Exploded View, Right Side .......................................................................................................... 13

Exploded View, Parts List .......................................................................................................14-16

Platform Isolator, Exploded View and Parts List .......................................................................... 17

Pump Assembly, Exploded View ................................................................................................. 18

Pump Assembly, Parts List ......................................................................................................... 19

Float Tank Assembly, Exploded View and Parts List ................................................................... 20

Control Panel, Exploded View and Parts List .............................................................................. 21

Hose and Spray Gun Assembly and Parts List ........................................................................... 22

Burner Specifications .................................................................................................................. 23

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................... 24-27

Maintenance Chart ..................................................................................................................... 28

Oil Change Record ..................................................................................................................... 28

Warranty .....................................................................................................................................29

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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.

Shark SSD Diesel Manual • Form #97-6167 • Revised 11/02

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SSD DIESEL SERIES

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a SSD Pressure Washer.

This manual covers the operation and maintenance
of the SSD-503067E, SSD-503067E/G, SSD-503061E,
and SSD-503061E/G, All information in this manual is
based on the latest product information available at the
time of printing.

Shark reserves the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.

The SSD Series was designed for maximum

use of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.

Owner/User Responsibility:

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this Shark 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 pur­chaser/owner, making sure that the operator compre­hends 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

WARNING

READ OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

THOROUGHLY

PRIOR TO USE.

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.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of in­jury, read operating instructions
carefully before using.

1. Read the owner’s manual thor­oughly. Failure to follow instruc­tions could cause a malfunction
of the machine and result in
death, serious bodily injury and/
or property damage.

4. All installations must comply with local codes. Con­tact your electrician, plumber, utility company or the
selling distributor for specific details.

WARNING

WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation.
Use this product only in a well
ventilated area.

5. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poison-

RISK OF

ASPHYXIATION.

USE THIS PRODUCT

ONLY IN A WELL

VENTILATED AREA.

ous carbon monoxide gas; ex­posure may cause loss of con­sciousness and may lead to
death. It also contains chemi-

cals known in certain quantities, to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

WARNING: Flammable liquids can
create fumes which can ignite,
causing property damage or se­vere injury.

CAUTION: Risk of fire . Do not add

RISK OF EXPLOSION:

DO NOT USE WITH

FLAMMABLE

LIQUIDS.

fuel when the product is operating.

6. Allow engine to cool for 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 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 flam­mable liquids.

7. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.

WARNING

WARNING: Risk of injection or se­vere injury to persons - Keep clear
of nozzle - Do not touch or direct
discharge stream at persons. This
machine is to be used only by
trained operators.

HIGH PRESSURE

STREAM CAN

PIERCE SKIN AND

TISSUES.

CAUTION: Hot discharge fluid. Do
not touch or direct discharge
stream at persons.

SSD DIESEL SERIES

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

Flue Adapter

Optional 7-10049

Insulation Gasket

Optional 7-01471

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Inlet Connection

Supply Hose

(not included)

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Detergent

Metering

Valve

Diesel Fuel

Tank

Variable

Pressure Wand

High Pressure

Hose

Spray Gun

Trigger

Detergent

Pick-up Hose

Burner Switch

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Nozzle Quick

Pressure

Coupler

Nozzle

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Detergent Bucket

(not included)

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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

WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds.

9. Eye safety devices, safety

USE PROTECTIVE

EYE WEAR

AND CLOTHING

WHEN OPERATING

THIS EQUIPMENT.

clothing and foot protection
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 precau­tion and knowledge of the machine.

14. Shark will not be liable for any changes made to our
standard machines, or any components not pur­chased from Shark.

WARNING

WARNING: Keep wand, hose and
water spray away from electrical
wiring or fatal electric shock may
result.

15. Read engine safety instructions

KEEP WATER

SPRAY AWAY FROM

ELECTRICAL WIRING.

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 be­fore using pressure washer.

21. Do not allow acids, caustic, or abrasive fluids to pass
through the pump.

provided.

16. Never run pump dry or leave
spray gun closed longer than
2 minutes.

22. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is nec­essary when a product is used near children. Do not
allow children to operate the pressure washer. This

machine must be attended during operation.

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, turn burner off and open spray gun to allow wa­ter to cool below 100°F 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. Shark will not be liable for any changes made to our
standard machines or any components not pur­chased from Shark.

27. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep
good footing and balance at all times.

28. This machine must be attended during operation.

29.

CAUTION: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery
ground terminal before servicing.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

❑ Pump oil (SAE 30W non-detergent oil, General)

❑ Cold water supply (6 gpm • 5/8" • 3/4" preferred • 20 psi)

❑ Hose, wand, nozzle (nozzle size per serial plate)

❑ Water filter (intact, non restrictive)

❑ Engine fuel (No. 1 home heating fuel or diesel)

❑ Engine oil (SAE 10W30)

❑ Burner fuel (No. 1 home heating fuel or diesel)

SET-UP PROCEDURES

This machine is intended for outdoor use only.
Machine must be stored indoors when not in use.

1. Attach a 5/8" water supply hose to inlet connector.
Minimum flow should be 6 or 10 gpm depending on
model of machine.

2. Attach high pressure hose to discharge nipple using
quick coupler. Lock coupler securely into place by
pulling back coupler collar and inserting it into dis­charge nipple, then pushing collar forward to lock in
place.

3. Attach wand to spray gun using teflon tape on threads
to prevent leakage.

4. Attach swivel connector on discharge hose to spray
gun using teflon tape on threads.

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5. Check engine and pump oil level by removing oil dip­stick, making sure oil is on proper indicator marking.
Oil should be visible one half way up sight glass.

6. Fill 20 gallon diesel fuel tank.

7. Install proper battery making sure that the red cable
is attached to the positive terminal. Use a 12V Group
24 battery.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read engine warning and operating instructions.

2. Turn on water at faucet. Check for water leaks; tighten
as needed.

3. Pull wand coupler collar back and insert desired pres­sure nozzle into wand coupler then secure by push­ing coupler collar forward.

4. Pull spray gun trigger to relieve pressure. Read en­gine manual provided. Turn engine switch to ON po­sition. Wait 5 to 15 seconds until glow plug light (on
engine control box) goes out, then turn to the START
position and hold it there until the engine starts.
NOTE: Do not engage electric starter for more than
five (5) seconds at a time. If engine fails to start,
release the switch, pull spray gun trigger to relieve
pressure and wait ten seconds before operating the
start again. When the engine starts, allow the en­gine switch to return to the ON position.

5. With the spray nozzle pointed away from you or any­body else, press the trigger on the spray gun to ob­tain pressurized cold water spray.

6. For hot water, turn the burner switch to ON when a
steady stream of water flows out of the spray gun.
Burner will now light automatically.

NOTE: Do not start machine with burner switch on.

7. To apply detergent, place detergent pick-up tube into
a container of detergent and turn the detergent valve
counterclockwise (see page 8).

GENERAL WASHING
TECHNIQUES

1. Hold spray nozzle approximately one foot from the
surface being cleaned. Spray at an angle to get un­der the material and lift it off.

2. When detergent is required for cleaning, start wash­ing from the bottom and work up. Better detergent
economy and faster results will be obtained by al­lowing the detergent to set 5-10 minutes. After wash­ing, rinse from the top down.

3. Cleaning heavy dirt or material away with a hard
stream of clear water is recommended before using
a cleaning agent.

SHUT DOWN PROCEDURES

1. Rinse all detergent lines with clean water, to remove
any soap residue.

2. Turn burner switch off and continue spraying, allow­ing the water to cool to below 100°F.

3. Turn engine key switch off.

4. Turn off water supply.

5. Squeeze trigger on spray gun to relieve remaining
pressure.

6. Remove water supply hose.

7. In freezing conditions, disconnect water, drain float
tank and add a 50/50 mixture of anti-freeze. Start
the machine and squeeze trigger on spray gun to
allow the mixture to flow out of the wand. Now turn
off the engine. Disconnect all hoses to allow water
to drain. See winterizing procedure under Mainte­nance and Service.

CAUTION: Do not allow pump to run longer than
2 minutes without water.

With machine off, open spray gun to release pres­sure before removing discharge hose.

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HOW TO USE THE STANDARD
DETERGENT INJECTOR

WARNING

RISK OF

ASPHYXIATION.

USE THIS PRODUCT

ONLY IN A WELL

VENTILATED AREA.

WARNING: Some detergents may
be harmful if inhaled or ingested,
causing severe nausea, fainting
or poisoning. The harmful ele­ments may cause property dam­age or severe injury.

The machine can siphon and mix
detergents with the use of Shark's
detergent injector kit.

Detergent

Metering

Valve

1. Start machine as outlined in Operating Instructions.

2. Place detergent pick-up tube into container of deter­gent.

3. Adjust the metering valve to desired detergent con­centration.

4. When you finish washing, rinse by simply turning
the metering valve clockwise.

5. For clean up, place detergent pick-up tube into con­tainer of clear water and turn the metering valve
counterclockwise. Pull the trigger on the spray gun
for 2 minutes.

Detergent Bucket

(not included)

To

Pump

Detergent

Pick-up Tube

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

1. Check to see that water pump is properly lubricated.

2. Follow winterizing instructions to prevent freeze dam­age to pump and coils.

3. Always neutralize and flush detergent from system
after use.

4. If water is known to have high mineral content, use a
water softener in your water system, or de-scale as
needed.

5. Do not allow acidic, caustic or abrasive fluids to be
pumped through system.

6. Always use high grade quality cleaning products.

7. Never run pump dry for extended periods of time.

8. Use clean fuel: kerosene, No. 1 fuel oil, or diesel. Clean
or replace fuel filter every 100 hours of operation. Avoid
water contaminated fuel as it will damage the fuel pump.

9. If machine is operated with smoky or eye burning
exhaust, coils will soot up, not letting water reach
maximum operating temperature.

10. Never allow water to be sprayed on or near the engine
or burner assembly or any electrical component.

11. Periodically delime coils as per instructions.

12. Check to see that engine is properly lubricated.

It is advisable, periodically, to visually inspect the burner.
Check air inlet to make sure it is not clogged or blocked.
Wipe off any oil spills and keep equipment clean and dry.

The flow of combustion and ventilating air to the burner
must not be blocked or obstructed in any manner.

The area around the TUFF washer should be kept clean
and free of combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Unloader Valves:

Unloader valves are preset and tested at the factory be­fore shipping. Occasional adjustment of the unloader may
be necessary to maintain correct pressure.

Winterizing Procedure:

Damage due to freezing is not covered by warranty. Ad­here to the following cold weather procedures whenever
the washer must be stored or operated outdoors under
freezing conditions.

During winter months, when temperatures drop below
32°F, protecting your machine against freezing is nec­essary. Store the machine in a heated room. If this is not
possible then mix a 50/50 solution of anti-freeze and
water in the float tank. Turn the engine on to siphon the
anti-freeze mixture through the machine. If compressed
air is available, an air fitting can be screwed into the float

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tank by removing the float tank strainer and fitting. Then
inject the compressed air. Water will be blown out of the
machine when the trigger on the spray gun is opened.

High Limit Hot Water Thermostat:

For safety, each machine is equipped with a temperature
sensitive high limit control switch. In the event that the wa­ter should exceed its operating temperature, the high limit
control will turn the burner off until the water cools, then it
will automatically reset itself. The thermostat sensor is lo­cated on the discharge side of the heating coil. The ther­mostat control dial is located on the control panel.

Pumps:

Use only SAE 30 weight non-detergent oil. Change oil
after first 50 hours of use. Thereafter, change oil every
three months or at 500 hour intervals. Oil level should be
checked through use of dipstick found on top of pump,
or the red dot visible through the oil gauge window. Oil
should be maintained at that level.

Cleaning of Coils:

In alkaline water areas, lime deposits can accumulate
rapidly inside the heating coil. This growth is increased
by the extreme heat build up in the coil. The best preven­tative for liming conditions is to use high quality cleaning
detergents. In areas where alkaline water is an extreme
problem, periodic use of Deliming Powder (Part
#9-028008) will remove lime and other deposits before
coil becomes plugged. (See Deliming instructions for use
of Deliming Powder.)

Deliming Coils:

Periodic flushing of coils or optional float tank is recommended.

Step 1 Fill a container with 4 gallons of water, then add

1 lb. of deliming powder. Mix thoroughly. Pour
mixture into float tank.

Step 2 Remove wand assembly from spray gun and put

spray gun into float tank. Secure the trigger on
the spray gun into the open position.

Step 3 Turn engine on, allowing solution to be pumped

through coils back into the float tank. The solu­tion should be allowed to circulate 2-4 hours or
until the color changes.

Step 4 After circulating solution, flush the entire sys-

tem with fresh water. Clean out float tank and
then reinstall wand assembly to spray gun.

Removal of Soot from Heating Coil:

In the heating process, fuel residue in the form of soot
deposits may develop between the heating coil pipes,
and block air flow which will affect burner combustion.
When soot has been detected on visual observation, the
soot on the coil must be washed off after following the
coil removal steps (See Coil Removal on page 11).