Shark SSG-503027E - Manual (Page 4)

SHARK SSG • 97-6134 • REV. 7/05a
OPERA
T
OR’S MANU
AL
PRESSURE W
ASHER
4
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
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 precau-
tions 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.
Use this product outdoors only.
5. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poi-
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: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nite, causing property damage or
severe injury.
CAUTION: Risk of fire. Do not add
fuel when machine is operating.
6. Allow engine to cool for 2 min-
utes 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 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 AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION