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SHARK SSG • 8.914-337.0 / 97-6134 • Rev. 8/07
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PRESSURE WASHER Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
LOW WATER
TEMPERATURE
Improper fuel or water in fuel Replace with clean and proper fuel.
Low fuel pressure Increase fuel pressure.
Weak fuel pump Check fuel pump pressure. Replace
pump if needed.
Fuel filter partially clogged Replace as needed.
Soot build-up on coils not allowing heat
transfer
Clean coils.
Improper burner nozzle See burner specifications.
WATER
TEMPERATURE
TOO HOT
Incoming water to machine warm or hot Lower incoming water temperature.
Fuel pump pressure too high See specifications for proper fuel pres-
sure.
Fuel pump defective Replace fuel pump.
Detergent line sucking air Tighten all clamps. Check detergent lines
for holes.
Defective temperature switch Replace.
Incorrect fuel nozzle size See burner specifications for proper fuel
pressure.
Insufficient water supplied Check water G.P.M. to machine.
Restricted water flow Check nozzle for obstruction, proper size.
PUMP NOISY
Air in suction line Check water supply and connections on
suction line.
Broken or weak inlet or discharge valve
springs
Check and replace if necessary.
Excessive matter in valves Check and clean if necessary.
Worn bearings Check and replace if necessary.
PRESENCE OF
WATER
IN OIL
Oil seal worn Check and replace if necessary.
High humidity in air Check and change oil twice as often.
WATER DRIPPING
FROM UNDER PUMP
Piston packing worn Check and replace if necessary.
O-Ring plunger retainer worn Check and replace if necessary.
Cracked piston Check and replace if necessary.
Pump Protector Lower water supply pressure. Do not
run with spray gun closed longer than 2
minutes