
Shark HNG • 9.801-195.0 • Rev. 4/14
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PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Spray Nozzles:
Spray nozzles are calibrated for each machine, de-
pending on the flow and pressure of that particular
model. Spray nozzles vary in bore size and angle of
spray. When ordering, please specify size and angle
of nozzle. Nozzle size for each machine is located on
the serial plate.
Unloader Valves:
Unloader valves relieve pressure in the line when a
spray gun is closed. Unloader valves are preset and
tested at the factory before shipping. Occasional ad-
justment of the unloader may be necessary to maintain
correct pressure. For valve adjustment contact your
nearest dealer. Tampering with the factory setting may
cause personal injury and/or property damage, and will
void the manufacturer's warranty.
Winterizing Procedure:
Damage due to freezing is not covered by warranty.
Adhere to the following cold weather procedures when-
ever the washer must be stored or operated outdoors
under freezing conditions.
It is necessary to protect your machine against freezing
when temperatures drop below 32° F. Siphoning a small
amount of antifreeze into the system is recommended.
This is done by pouring a 50-50 mix of antifreeze and
water into the float tank and then siphoning 100%
antifreeze through the detergent line with the pump
on. If compressed air is available, an air fitting can be
screwed into the float tank strainer fitting, and by inject-
ing compressed air, all water will be blown out of the
system.The use of a draft diverter will prevent the wind
chill factor from freezing the coil.
Low Pressure Diagnosis:
Refer to Troubleshooting Chart for low pressure. If the
trouble is found to be either the unloader or the pump,
your next step is to determine which is the problem.
This can be done by eliminating the unloader from
the system and attaching the 50’ discharge hose gun,
wand and nozzle directly to the pump. If high pressure
is developed in this manner, the pump is good and the
unloader needs to be repaired or replaced. If low pres-
sure is still present, then the pump needs repairing.
CAUTION: When using this procedure to test com-
ponents keep the spray gun open at all times.
High Limit Hot Water Thermostat:
For safety, each machine is equipped with an adjustable
thermostat. In the event the temperature of the water
should exceed its operating temperature, the thermostat
will turn the burner off until the water cools.
Pumps:
Use only SAE30 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 the dipstick found on the top of
the pump or by the red dot visible through the oil gauge
window. Oil should be maintained at that level.
HEATING COILS
To Check Water Heater Coil for Leaks:
With the main burners “OFF” start the pumping unit
and allow it to run for a few minutes. With a drop light
or flashlight, check the burner compartment. If no leaks
are visible and water is dripping from the coils, then it
is condensation from the flue gases.
Condensation from Heating Coil:
When cold water is being pumped into the water heater
coils and the burners are on, condensation will form on
the coils and drip down into the burner compartment.
This will give the appearance of a leaking coil, particu-
larly on cold humid days.
Deliming Coils:
In alkaline water areas, lime deposits can accumulate
rapidly inside the coil pipes.This growth is increased by
the extreme heat build up in the coil. The best preven-
tion for liming conditions is to use high quality cleaning
detergents. In areas where alkaline water is an extreme
problem, periodic use of Manufacturers Deliming Pow-
der (part #9.556-010.0) will remove lime and other
deposits before coil becomes plugged. (See following
Instructions for use of Deliming Powder.)
Periodic flushing of coils is recommended.
1. Fill a container with 4 gallons of water, then add
1 lb. of deliming powder. Mix thoroughly.
2. Remove nozzle from spray gun assembly and put
spray gun into container. Secure the trigger on the
spray gun into the open position.
3. Attach a short section (3-5 ft.) of garden hose to
machine to siphon solution from an elevated con-
tainer, or add mixture to the float tank. Turn pump
switch on allowing solution to be pumped through
coils and back into the container. Solution should
be allowed to circulate 2-4 hours.
4. After circulating solution, flush entire system with
fresh water. Reinstall wand assembly to spray
gun.
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