DG SERIES PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Shark DG • Rev. 1/03
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
This pressure washer was produced with the best available materials and quality craftsmanship. However, you as the
owner have certain responsibilities for the correct care of the equipment. Attention to regular preventative mainte-
nance procedures will assist in preserving the performance of your equipment. Contact your Shark dealer for main-
tenance. Regular preventative maintenance will add many hours to the life of your pressure washer. Perform mainte-
nance more often under severe conditions.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Engine Oil
Inspect
Daily
Change
First month or 20 hours.
Every 100 hours or every 6 months after first month.
Filter
Every 50 hours
Air Cleaner
Inspect
Every 50 hours
Clean
Monthly
Engine Fuel Filter
500 hours or 6 months
Spark Plug Maintenance
300 hours or annually
Clean Fuel Tank(s)
Annually
Replace Fuel Lines
Annually
Pump Oil
Inspect
Oil level daily
Change
After first 50 hours, then every 500 hours or annually
Replace High Pressure Nozzle
Every 6 months
Replace Quick Connectors
Annually
Clean Water Screen/Filter
Weekly
Replace HP Hose
Annually (if there are any signs of wear)
Date Oil Changed
Month/Day/Year
Estimated Operating
Hours Since Last
Oil Change
Date Oil Changed
Month/Day/Year
Estimated Operating
Hours Since Last
Oil Change
OIL CHANGE RECORD
Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer.
