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CD SERIES PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SHARK CD • 97-6126 • Rev. 4/03
SETUP PROCEDURES
1. Attach a 5/8" garden hose to inlet connector. Mini-
mum flow should be 6 GPM.
2. Attach high pressure hose to discharge nipple using
quick coupler. Lock coupler securely into place by
pulling back coupler collar and inserting it onto dis-
charge nipple, then pushing collar forward to lock in
place. (Also see page 7).
3. Attach wand to spray gun using teflon tape on threads
to prevent leakage.
4. Attach swivel connector on high pressure hose to
spray gun using teflon tape on threads.
5. Remove oil plug on top of pressure washer pump
and replace with vented cap supplied. (This may be
installed from the factory.)
6. Check oil level on sight glass on back of pump. Oil
should be visible one half way up sight glass (30W
non-detergent).
7. Fill gasoline tank and check engine oil.
Notice: Running the engine with a low oil level
can cause engine damage.
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WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds. To avoid per-
sonal injury, eye safety devices
must be worn.
6. Eye safety devices and foot
protection must be worn when
using this equipment.
7. High pressure developed by these machines will
cause personal injury or equipment damage. Use
caution when operating. Do not direct discharge
stream at people, or severe injury or death will result.
8. Never make adjustments on machine while in op-
eration.
9. Do not operate with spray gun in the off position for
extensive periods of time as this may cause dam-
age to the pump.
10. The best insurance against an accident is precau-
tion and knowledge of the machine.
11. Shark Pressure Washers will not be liable for any
changes made to our standard machines, or any
components not purchased from Shark.
12. Read engine safety instructions provided.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electrical wiring or fa-
tal electric shock may result.
13. Never run pump dry or leave
spray gun closed longer than 5
minutes.
14. Do not allow children to oper-
ate the pressure washer at any
time.
15. Inlet water supply must be cold and clean fresh
water.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
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Check pump oil level. (Use SAE 30W non-detergent
oil). Vented cap is located on top of pump.
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Cold water supply (minimum 6 GPM, 5/8", 20 PSI)
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Hose, wand, nozzle (nozzle size per serial plate)
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Water filter (intact, non restrictive)
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Fuel (unleaded 86 or higher octane)
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Open spray gun to relieve pressure before starting.
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Engine oil (SAE 10W30)
These machines are designed for outdoor use.
Machine must be stored indoors when not in use.
Pressure
Hose
Garden Hose
Discharge Nipple
Filter
Inlet Connector
Collar
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
WARNING
PROTECTIVE
EYE WEAR AND
CLOTHING MUST BE
WORN.
WARNING
Filler Cap/Dipstick
Upper Limit
Lower Limit
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Vented Cap