Shark SSG-503027E, SSG-503027G, SSG-503537E, SSG-503537G, SSG-603537E User Manual

SSG

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

■ SSG-503027E/G ■ SSG-503537E/G ■ SSG-603537E/G

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#97-6134

Introduction and Important Safety Information 4-5
Component Identification 6
Assembly Instructions 7
Operating Instructions 8-9
Detergents and Clean Up Tips 10
Shut Down and Clean-Up 11
Storage 11
Maintenance 12-14
Troubleshooting 15-18
Maintenance and Oil Change Charts 19
Exploded Vie w , Left Side 20
Exploded Vie w , Right Side 21
Exploded View , Parts List 22-24

CONTENTS

Steam Pump, Exploded View and Parts List 25
Control Panel, Exploded Vie w 26
Control Panel, Exploded Vie w P arts List 26-27
Float Tank Assembly and Parts List 28
Hose and Spray Gun Assembly and Parts List 29
Pump Specifications 30-31
Burner Specifications 32
Warranty

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 f or future reference.

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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA TION

Thank you for purchasing our pressure washer .
All information in this manual is based on the latest prod-

uct information available at the time of printing.
We reserves the right to make changes at any time

without incurring any obligation.

Owner/User Responsibility:

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of

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the manufacturer’ s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer . W arning 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

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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.

IMPORT ANT SAFETY

INFORMATION

WARNING: When using this product basic precau­tions should always be followed, including the
following:

CAUTION

WARNING

READ OPERAT OR’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.

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

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.

WARNING

WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation.
Use this product outdoors only .

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

RISK OF

ASPHYXIATION.

USE THIS PRODUCT

ONLY IN A WELL

VENTILATED AREA.

sonous carbon monoxide gas;
exposure 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: 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 machine 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 .

W ARNING: 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.

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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMATION

PRESSURE W ASHER

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
clothing; hand and foot pro-

USE PROTECTIVE

EYE WEAR

AND CLOTHING

WHEN OPERA TING

THIS EQUIPMENT.

tection 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. We will not be liable for any changes made to our
standard machines, or any components not pur­chased from us.

WARNING

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

15. Read engine safety instruc­tions provided.

KEEP WA TER

SPRA Y AW A Y FROM

ELECTRICAL WIRING.

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

17. Inlet water m ust 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 . Burner malfunction could
result from contamination.

19. Do not confuse gasoline and fuel oil tanks. Keep
proper fuel in proper tank.

20. Protect machine from freezing.

21. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured be­fore using pressure washer. Coupler collar must
be pushed into the locked position.

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

23. 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.

24. Do not operate this product when fatigued or un­der the influence of alcohol or drugs. K eep operat­ing area clear of all persons.

25. Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic and
sharp objects. Inspect condition of high pressure
hose before using or bodily injury may result.

26. 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.

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.

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Quick

Coupler

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Discharge

Nipple

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION SMALL

Flue Adapter

Optional 7-10049

Insulation Gasket

Optional 7-01471

Pressure

Nozzles

Detergent

Valve

Adjustable

Thermostat

Water

Supply Hose

(not included)

Burner
Switch

Hour Meter

Pump

Burner Fuel

Tank

Spray Gun

High

Pressure

Hose

Trigger

Wand

Starter Grip

Pump — Delivers a specific gpm to the high pressure

nozzle which develops pressure.

Starter Grip— Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water and

detergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device. In­cludes safety latch.

Unloader Valve— Safety device which allows pres­sure to be released when spray gun is closed.

Wand — Must be connected to the spra y gun.

Unloader Valve

Nozzle Quick

Coupler

High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water

pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun.
Adjustable Thermostat — Safety control which pre-

vents temperatures from going above adjustable set­ting.

Note: If trigger on spra y gun is released for more than
2 minutes, water will leak from valv e . Warm water will
discharge from pump protector onto floor. This sys­tem prevents internal pump damage.

Note: if flue adapter is installed, the b urner assembly
air adjustment must be adjusted.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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Spray

Gun

Safety

Latch

High Pressure

Hose

STEP 1: Attach the high pressure

hose to the spray gun using teflon
tape on hose threads.

Dipstick

Pressure

Nozzle

Wand

Coupler

STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded col-

lar of the wand coupler back to in­sert your choice of pressure nozzle.

High Pressure

Hose

Discharge

Fitting

Coupler

Collar

Pressure

Nozzle

Wand

Coupler

Wand
Collar

STEP 3: Release the coupler col-

lar and push the nozzle until the
collar clicks. Pull the nozzle to
make sure it is seated properly.

Cold

Water

Source

Garden

Hose

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STEP 4: Remove shipping cap and
install oil dipstick. Check pump oil
level b y using dipstick or observe oil
level in oil windo w (if equipped). Use
30 wt. non detergent oil.

Water

Inlet

Garden

Hose

STEP 7: Check inlet filters, remove

debris, then connect the garden
hose. CAUTION: Do not run the

pump without water or pump dam­age will result.

STEP 5: Connect the high pressure
hose to the pump discharge fitting.
Push coupler collar forward until
secure.

STEP 6: Connect garden hose to
the cold water source.

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PRESSURE W ASHER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Gas

Tank

Oil Dipstick

STEP 1: Check engine oil level. Oil level should be level with the bottom of

the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil level.
(Refer to the engine's operating manual included with machine.) We recom­mend that the oil be changed after the first 5 hours of use, then once every
50 hours. Note: Improper oil levels will cause low oil sensor to shut off

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engine. IMPORTANT! Do not run engine with high or low oil levels as
this will cause engine damage.

Cold

Water

Source

Garden

Hose

STEP 3: Connect garden hose to

the cold water source and turn wa­ter on completely. Never use hot
water.

STEP 4: Trigger the spray gun to
eliminate trapped air then wait for a
steady flow of water to emerge from
the spray nozzle.

STEP 2: Fill gas tank with unleaded
gasoline. Do not use leaded gaso­line.

Fuel Valve

Lever

STEP 5: Rotate the fuel shut-off

valve to the "On" position. Slide the
fuel valve lever to the "ON" position.
When the engine is not in use, leave
the fuel valve in the "OFF" position.

STEP 6: Pull the choke lever out to the "Choke" posi­tion (on a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the run
position). Push the choke lever to the "Closed" posi­tion. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lev er in
the "Open" position.

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Choke

Lever

Engine
On-Off
Switch

STEP 7: Turn the engine switch to "Start" position.

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Burner

STEP 8: Pull the starter grip. If the engine f ails to start

after 2 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to release pres­sure and repeat step. Retur n star ter gently. After the
engine warms up enough to run smoothly , move choke
to run position and throttle to fast position.

CAUTION: Small engines may kick back . Do not hold
pull starter grip tightly in hand.

NOZZLES

The four color-coded quick connect
nozzles provide a wide array of spray
widths from 0° to 45° and are easily
accessible when placed in the con­venient rubber nozzle holder , which
is provided on the front of the ma­chine.

NOTE: F or a more gentle rinse, se­lect the white 40° or green 25° nozzle.
To scour the surface, select the yel­low 15° or red 0° nozzle. To apply de­tergent select the black nozzle.

Temperature

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Control

STEP 9: Turn the burner “ON”. Turn temperature con-

trol dial to the 210° mark.

Safety

Latch

WARNING! Never replace
nozzles without engaging the
safety latch on the spray gun
trigger.

Steam Valve

Step 1: For steam, open the steam

valve counterclockwise.
This lowers the pressure and raises

the temperature.

STEAM COMBINA TION

Thermostat

Step 2: Turn the thermostat knob to

the 270° mark, (The thermostat is a
high limit device and does not regu­late temperature.

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Burner Switch

Step 3: To stop, reverse steps. Set

all controls to their original settings.
Step 4: Turn burner switch off, open

trigger on spray gun and allow water
to cool.

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APPL YING DETERGENT & GENERAL OPERATING TECHNIQ UES

WARNING

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 .

PRESSURE W ASHER

STEP 1: Use detergent designed
specifically for pressure washers.
Household detergents could damage
the pump. Prepare detergent solu­tion as required by the manufacturer .
Fill a container with pressure washer
detergent. Place the filter end of de­tergent suction tube into the deter-

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STEP 2: Open detergent metering valve. Detergent will

be drawn into the pump and coil and discharged under
pressure. Never use anything that will damage the pump
and coil.

IMPORT ANT: Y ou must flush the detergent fr om your
machine after each use by placing the suction tube
into a bucket of clean water and then running the
pressure washer for 1-2 minutes.

gent container.

Detergent

Metering

STEP 3: With the engine running, pull

trigger to operate machine. Liquid
detergent is drawn into the machine
and mixed with water . Apply detergent
to work area. Do not allow detergent
to dry on surface.

THERMAL PUMP

PRO TECTION

If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3-5
minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reach high tempera­tures. When the water reaches this temperature, the

Valve

pump protector engages and cools the pump by dis­charging the warm water onto the ground. This thermal
device prevents internal damage to the pump.

CLEANING TIPS

Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water . Place de­tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and
apply to surface at low pressure (for best results, limit
your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square
and always apply detergent from bottom to top). Allow
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not al­low detergent to dry on surface. If surface appears to
be drying, simply wet down surface with fresh water . If
needed, use brush to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at
high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping
motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 1 foot
from cleaning surface. Use ov erlapping strokes as you
clean and rinse any surface. F or best surface cleaning
action spray at a slight angle.

Recommendations:

• Before cleaning any surface, an inconspicuous area
should be cleaned to test spray pattern and dis­tance for maximum cleaning results.

• If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use ex­treme caution as pressure washer may remov e the
loose paint from the surface.

• Keep the spray nozzle a safe distance from the sur­face you plan to clean. High pressure wash a small
area, then check the surface f or damage. If no dam­age is found, continue to pressure washing.

CAUTION - Never use:

• Bleach, chlorine products and other corrosive
chemicals

• Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint thinner , gaso­line, oils)

• T ri-sodium phosphate products

• Ammonia products

• Acid-based products

These chemicals will harm the machine and will dam­age the surface being cleaned.

RINSING

• It will take a fe w seconds for the detergent to clear .
Apply safety latch to spray gun. Remo ve black soap
nozzle from the quick coupler. Select and install
the desired high pressure nozzle. NOTE: You can
also stop detergent from flowing by simply remov­ing detergent siphon tube from bottle.

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SHUTTING DO WN AND CLEAN-UP

Engine
On-Off
Switch

PRESSURE WASHER

STEP 1: Remove detergent suction
tube from container and insert into

STEP 2: Turn off the engine. STEP 3: Turn off water

supply.

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one gallon of fresh water . Open de­tergent metering valve. Pull tr igger
on spray gun and siphon water for
one minute. Close detergent v alve .

STEP 4: Press trig­ger to release water
pressure.

Water

Inlet

STEP 5: Disconnect the garden

hose from the water inlet on the
machine.

STEP 6: Disconnect the high
pressure hose from high pres­sure outlet.

High

Pressure

Outlet

Safety

Latch

STEP 7: Engage

the spray gun safety
lock.

STORAGE

CAUTION: Al wa ys store y our pressure washer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below
32°F (0°C). The pump in this machine is susceptible
to permanent damage if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE
IS NOT CO VERED BY WARRANTY.

1. Stop the pressure washer , squeeze spra y gun trig­ger to release pressure.

2. Detach water supply hose and high pressure hose.

3. Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until re­maining water exits . T urn engine off immediately.

4. Drain the gas and oil from the engine.

5. Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.

6. Store the machine and accessories in a room which
does not reach freezing temperatures.

CAUTION: Failure to follo w the above directions will
result in damage to your pressure washer.

When the pressure washer is not being operated or is being
stored for more than one month, follow these instructions:

1. Replenish engine oil to upper lev el.

2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line, fuel valve
and carburetor .

3. P our about one teaspoon of engine oil through the
spark plug hole, pull the starter grip several times
and replace the plug. Then pull the starter grip slowly

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until you feel increased pressure which indicates
the piston is on its compression stroke and leave it
in that position. This closes both the intak e and ex­haust valves to pre v ent rusting of cylinder.

4. Cover the pressure washer and store in a clean, dry
place that is well ventilated awa y from open flame or
sparks. NOTE: The use of a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIL®, or an equivalent, will minimize the formu­lation of fuel deposits during shortage. Such addi­tives may be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank of
the engine, or to the gasoline in a storage container .

After Extended Storage

CAUTION: Prior to restarting, thaw out any
possible ice from pressure washer hoses,
spray gun or wand.

Engine Maintenance

During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions
may develop which will cause an icing condition in the
carburetor. If this develops, the engine may run rough,
lose power and may stall. This temporary condition can
be overcome by deflecting some of the hot air from the
engine over the carburetor area. NOTE: Refer to the
engine manufacturer's manual for service and mainte­nance of the engine.

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