CAUTION: Risk of asphyxiation INTRODUCTION CAUTION — Use this product only in a well ventilated area. Thank you for purchasing a this pressure washer. 4. Avoid installing machines in All information in this manual is based on the latest small areas or near exhaust product information available at the time of printing.
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WARNING: High pressure spray 14. Cleaning area should be provided with adequate WARNING can cause paint chips or other slopes and drainage.This will reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery surface. particles to become airborne and fly at high speeds. To avoid per- 15.
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION — SMALL MODELS Nozzle Wand Spray Gun Starter Grip Pump High Pressure Discharge Water Inlet High Pressure Hose Pump — Develops high pressure. Wand — Must be connected to the spray gun. Starter Grip— Used for starting the engine manually. High Pressure Hose —...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Pressure Pressure Nozzle Spray Nozzle Wand Wand Coupler Safety Coupler Latch High Pressure Wand Hose Collar STEP 1: Attach the high pressure STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded col- STEP 3: Release the coupler collar hose to the spray gun using teflon lar of the wand coupler back to insert and push the nozzle until the collar tape on hose threads.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Engine Dipstick Tank STEP 1: Check engine oil level. Oil level should be level with the bottom STEP 2: Fill gas tank with un- of the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil leaded gasoline.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CON'T) On-Off Switch STEP 7: Turn the engine switch to "ON" position. STEP 8: Pull the starter grip. If the engine fails to start after 2 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to release pressure and repeat step. Return starter gently. After the engine warms up enough to run smoothly, move choke to run position and throttle to fast position.
THERMAL PUMP APPLYING DETERGENT PROTECTION AND GENERAL CLEANING TECHNIQUES If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3-5 minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun, WARNING: Some detergents circulating water in the pump can reach high tempera- WARNING may be harmful if inhaled or tures.
SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP On-Off Switch STEP 1: Remove detergent suction STEP 2: Turn engine switch to "OFF" STEP 3: Turn off water tube from container and insert into position. supply. one gallon of fresh water. Slide nozzle forward for low pressure or to connect black detergent nozzle.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION LOW OPERATING Insufficient water supply. Closed Use larger garden hose; clean inlet water PRESSURE faucet. Inlet hose kinked screen. Open faucet. Clogged inlet hose strainer Check plumbing system for leaks. Retape leaks with teflon tape. Faulty or misadjusted unloader Adjust unloader for proper pressure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ENGINE OPERATES Not enough gas or engine oil Fill tank with gas. Check oil level. FOR 15 MIN. THEN Vapor lock developed by heat of Keep gas tank full to avoid vapor locking. STOPS Obstruction in fuel filter Clean or replace fuel filter.
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 maintenance procedures will assist in preserving the performance of your equipment. Contact your dealer for maintenance.
EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- LARGE ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 10-02011 Label, This Tank For Gas Only 2-1062 Elbow, 1/2" JIC x 1/2", 90° (405037E,455037E,405037E, (405037E,405039E,455034E, 455039E,455034E) 455037E,455039E) 10-020090 Label, Diesel (343087E, (343087E,343089E,404027, 343089E) 404029) 2-1060 Elbow, 1/2” JIC x 3/8”, 90° 10-02025A Label, “Hot/Caliente”...
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EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- LARGE ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 4-12803500 Nozzle, SACQMEG, 0003.5, Red 90-1020 Bolt, 3/8" x 2", NC, HH (405037E, (405039E,405037E) 405039E,455034E,455037E, 4-12803515 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 1503.5, Yellow 455039E) (405039E,405037E) 2-010066 Elbow, Fuel Tank, Zinc (343087E, 4-12803525 Nozzle, SAQCMEG, 2503.5, 343089E) Green (405039E,405037E)
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EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- LARGE ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 90-4002 Washer, 3/8" (404027,404029) 2 2-00271 Elbow, 3/8" x 1/2" Street, Steel (343087E,343089E,405037E, (405039E,455039E,455034E, 405039E,455034E,455037E, 405037E,455037E) 455039E) 2-0006 Nipple, 3/8" Hex Steel (405037E, 90-2001 Nut, 5/16" ESNA, NC (404027, 405039E,455037E,455039E, 404029) 455034E)
PURPOSE. SHARK does not authorize any other party, including authorized Dealers, to make any representation or promise on behalf of SHARK, or to modify the terms, conditions, or limitations in any way. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the installation and use of SHARK products conforms to local codes.
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Form #97-723 • Revised 1/05 • Printed in U.S.A.
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