SHARK CB • 97-714 • REV. 4/05
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
Allinformation inthis manualis basedon thelatestprod-
uct information available at the time of printing.
Manufacturer 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
themanufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
beforeusingthispressurewasher.Warninginformation
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
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instruc-
tions carefully before using.
1. Readtheowner'smanualthor-
oughly. Failure to follow in-
structions could cause mal-
function of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property dam-
age.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure
quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations mustcomplywith local codes.Con-
tactyourelectrician, plumber,utilitycompanyorthe
selling distributor for specific details.
To comply with the National Electrical code (NFPA
70) and provide additional protection from risk of
electric shock, these pressure washers are
equipped with a UL approved ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) power cord.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USE WITH
FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS.
WARNING
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICALWIRING.
WARNING
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIORTO USE.
CAUTION
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ig-
nite causing property damage or
severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —
do not spray flammable liquids.
Riskof explosion— do not spray
flammable liquids or operate in
an explosive location.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electrical wiring or fa-
tal electric shock may result.
5. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
mustbe electricallygrounded.
It is the responsibility of the
ownertoconnect thismachine
to an approved grounded
receptacleof proper voltageand amperageratings.
Do not spray water on or near electrical compo-
nents.Donottouch machinewith wethandsorwhile
standing in water.Always disconnect power before
servicing.
6. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands be-
fore starting.Failure to do this could result in injury
from a whipping wand.
WARNING:High pressure stream
of fluid that this equipment can
produce can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues,leading to se-
rious injury and possible ampu-
tation.
7. High pressure developed by
these machines will cause
personal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when operating. Do not di-
rectdischargestreamatpeople,or severe injury or
death will result.
8. Never make adjustments on machine while in op-
eration. WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds.
9. Eye safety devices, hand and
foot protection must be worn
when using this equipment.
10. Whenthe machine is working,
do not cover or place in a closed space where ven-
tilation is insufficient.
11. Protect from freezing.
12. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured be-
fore using pressure washer.
13. Donotallowacids,causticor abrasivefluidsto pass
through the pump.
WARNING
HIGH PRESSURE
STREAM CAN
PIERCE SKIN AND
TISSUES.
WARNING
USE PROTECTIVE
EYEWEAR
WHEN OPERATING
EQUIPMENT.
