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Shark SGP • 97-6132 • REV. 4/07
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PRESSURE
W
ASHER
OPERA
TOR’S MANU
AL
ShUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP
CAUTION: Always store your pressure washer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below
32°F (0°C). The pump in this machine is susceptible
to permanent damage if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE IS
NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
1. Stop the pressure washer, squeeze spray gun trigger
to release pressure.
2. Detach water supply hose and high pressure hose.
3. Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until re-
maining water exits. Turn engine off immediately.
4. Drain the gas and oil from the engine.
5. Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.
6. Store the machine and accessories in a room which
does not reach freezing temperatures.
CAUTION: Failure to follow the above directions will
result in damage to your pressure washer.
When the pressure washer is not being operated or is
being stored for more than one month, follow these in-
structions:
1. Replenish engine oil to upper level.
2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line, fuel valve and
carburetor.
3. Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the
spark plug hole, pull the starter grip several times and
replace the plug. Then pull the starter grip slowly
until you feel increased pressure which indicates the
piston is on its compression stroke and leave it in
that position. This closes both the intake and exhaust
valves to prevent rusting of cylinder.
4. Cover the pressure washer and store in a clean, dry
place that is well ventilated away from open flame
or sparks.
NOTE:
The use of a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIL
®
, or an equivalent, will minimize the formu-
lation of fuel deposits during shortage. Such additives
may be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank of the
engine, or to the gasoline in a storage container.
After Extended Storage
CAUTION: Prior to restarting, thaw out any
possible ice from pressure washer hoses,
spray gun or wand.
Engine Maintenance
During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions
may develop which will cause an icing condition in the
carburetor. If this develops, the engine may run rough,
lose power and may stall. This temporary condition can
be overcome by deflecting some of the hot air from the
engine over the carburetor area.
NOTE: Refer to the en-
gine manufacturer's manual for service and maintenance
of the engine.
STORAGE
STEP 1:
Remove detergent suction
tube from container and insert into
1 gallon of fresh water. Turn variable
pressure wand handle for low pres-
sure or connect the black detergent
nozzle. Pull trigger on spray gun and
siphon water for one minute.
STEP 2:
Turn off the engine. STEP 3: Turn off water supply.
STEP 5: Disconnect the garden
hose from the water inlet on the
machine.
STEP 6: Disconnect the high
pressure hose from high pres-
sure outlet.
STEP 7: Engage
the spray gun safety
lock.
STEP 4: Press trig-
ger to release water
pressure.
Water Inlet
Discharge
Nipple
Safety
Latch
Off
Switch
Garden
hose