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Shark DH3030HGB
IMPORTANT
If the pressure washer demonstrates other symptoms or the corrective
actions listed do not correct the problem, contact the local authorized Shark
Pressure Washer Service Center. The Shark Pressure Washer Service
Center can be identified by contacting:
Customer Service Department
Shark Pressure Washers
21 Inverness Way East • Englewood, Colorado 80112
1-800-771-1881
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pressure washer will
not produce hot water.
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Trigger of trigger gun released.
Squeeze trigger. Water must be spray-
ing for burner to light.
Thermostat is set too low.
Adjust thermostat to desired tempera-
ture.
Blown fuse.
Replace. Fuse is located in Control
Box. Refer to Figure 17 for location.
Engine is running too slow.
Move throttle lever to full throttle posi-
tion.
Battery charge is low.
Charge battery or replace if neces-
sary.
Poor or no detergent
flow.
Inadequate detergent supply.
Refill detergent container. Ensure that
pick-up screen is fully immersed.
Detergent screen or hose clogged.
Clean. Always start with a clean deter-
gent container.
Dual lance wand set for high
pressure.
Set dual lance wand for detergent
application. Refer to Step 1 under To
Clean.
Clogged detergent injector check
valve.
Clean check valve at detergent injector
inlet.
Poor cleaning.
Improper detergent concentration or
mixing.
Mix detergent per manufacturer's
instructions. Ensure that powdered
detergents are fully dissolved.
Wrong detergent for the application.
Select appropriate detergent.
Rinsing with hot water.
A final rinse with cold water will reduce
water spotting.