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OPERATOR’S MANUAL I SGP-3030 I SGP-3530 I SGP-3530E I SGP-4035E ® SHARK PRESSURE WASHERS I 4275 N.W. PACIFIC RIM BLVD. I CAMAS, WA 98607 I USA For technical assistance or the Shark Dealer nearest you, call 1-800-771-1881.
Shark, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any 5. Risk of explosion - do not spray time without incurring any obligation. flammable liquids or operate in an explosive location.
29. CAUTION: Risk of injury. Disconnect battery tion and knowledge of the machine. ground terminal before servicing. 14. Shark will not be liable for any changes made to our PRE-OPERATION CHECK standard machines, or any components not pur- chased from Shark.
SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL switch to return to the ON position. If the engine is to SET-UP PROCEDURES be started without the battery, turn switch to start This machine is intended for outdoor use only. position and pull rope to start. Turn off choke. Machine must be stored indoors when not in use.
7. When you finish washing, rinse by simply turning The machine can siphon and mix de- MAY BE HARMFUL IF the variable pressure wand control handle clockwise tergents with the use of Shark's de- INHALED OR to increase pressure. INGESTED.
#9-028008) will remove lime and other deposits before and dry. coil becomes plugged. (See Deliming Instructions for use The areas around the Shark washer should be kept clean of Shark Deliming Powder.) and free of combustible materials, gasoline and other Deliming Coils: flammable vapors and liquids.
SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL Rupture Disk: Burner Nozzle: If pressure from pump or thermal expansion should ex- Keep the tip free of surface deposits by wiping it with a ceed safe limits, the rupture disk will burst allowing high clean, solvent-saturated cloth, being careful not to plug pressure to be discharged through hose to ground.
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SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL Fuel Pressure Adjustment: To adjust fuel pressure, turn the adjusting screw clock- wise to increase, counterclockwise to decrease. Do not exceed 200 psi. NOTE: When changing the fuel pump, a bypass plug must be installed in the return port or the fuel pump will not prime.
SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL ALL MODELS EXPLODED VIEW LEFT SIDE Detail See Control Box Illus. Reversed View of Component Honda Electric Start Only Optional Filter...
SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL ALL MODELS EXPLODED VIEW RIGHT SIDE Steam Option Steam Option Electric Start Model Only Plastic Banding...
Attention to regular preventative mainte- nance procedures will assist in preserving the performance of your equipment. Contact your Shark, Inc. dealer for maintenance. Regular preventative maintenance will add many hours to the life of your pressure washer. Perform maintenance more often under severe conditions.
SGP SERIES PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Water supply is insufficient Use larger supply hose; clean filter at water LOW OPERATING inlet. PRESSURE Spray nozzle is old, worn or incorrect Match the nozzle number to the machine and/or replace with new nozzle.
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Oil seal is worn Check and replace if necessary. IN OIL Air humidity is high Check and change oil twice as often. Packing is worn or bad Check and replace if necessary. (For parts or information contact your local Shark dealer)
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Replace switch. There is a loose wire Check and replace or tighten wiring. Burner motor is defective Replace motor. RELIEF VALVE Relief valve is defective Replace or repair relief valve. LEAKS WATER (For parts or information contact your local Shark dealer)
TICULAR PURPOSE. SHARK does not authorize any other party, including authorized Dealers, to make any representation or promise on behalf of SHARK, or to modify the terms, conditions, or limitations in any way. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the installation and use of SHARK products conforms to local codes.
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4275 N.W. Pacific Rim Blvd. • Camas, WA 98607 • 1-800-771-1881 Form #97-6132 • Revised 3/02 • Printed in U.S.A.
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