Shark BG-3020,BG-3025,BG-3030,BG-3525,BG-3530,BG-3535,BG-5030 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual
MODEL: BG
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
AND PARTS MANUAL
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BG-3020
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BG-3525
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BG-3025
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BG-3530
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BG-3030
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BG-3535
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BG-5030
SHARK PRESSURE W ASHERS ■ 4275 N.W. P acific Rim Blvd. ■ Camas, W A 98607 ■ USA
For technical assistance or the Shark Dealer nearest you, call 1-800-771-1881.
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Pump Volume At Pump Head:
BG-3020 3.0 GPM
BG-3025 2.8 GPM
BG-3030 3.0 GPM
BG-3525 3.6 GPM
BG-3530 3.5 GPM
BG-3535 3.3 GPM
BG-5030 4.8 GPM
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Pump Pressure At Pump Head:
BG-3020 2000 PSI
BG-3025 2500 PSI
BG-3030 3000 PSI
BG-3525 2500 PSI
BG-3530 3000 PSI
BG-3535 3500 PSI
BG-5030 3000 PSI
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
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Shipping Weight:
BG-3020 255 Lbs.
BG-3025 255 Lbs.
BG-3030 255 Lbs.
BG-3525 255 Lbs.
BG-3530 255 Lbs.
BG-3535 255 Lbs.
BG-5030 255 Lbs.
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Machine Dimensions: BG-3020 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-3025 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-3030 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-3525 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-3530 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-3535 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
BG-5030 Length = 39" Width = 31" Height = 35"
Shark BG Manual • Form #97-6125 • Revised 5/03
CONTENTS
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Introduction............................................................. 4
Machine Safety.................................................... 4-5
Pre-Operation Check.............................................. 5
Set-Up Procedures ................................................. 5
Component Identification ........................................ 6
Operating Instructions ............................................ 7
Shut Down Procedures........................................... 7
General Washing T echniques ................................. 7
How To Use the Detergent Injector ......................... 8
Exploded Vie w, Models 3020, 3025 ...................... 9
Exploded View , Parts List ................................ 10-11
Exploded Vie w All Models Except 3020, 3025 .... 12
Exploded View , Parts List ................................ 13-14
Hose & Spray Gun Assembly (All Models)............ 15
Troubleshooting ............................................... 16-17
Prev entative Maintenance .................................... 18
Oil Change Record ............................................... 18
Storage................................................................. 19
Warranty
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE PURCHASED:
FOR SALES AND SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT:
Shark BG Manual • Form #97-6125 • Revised 5/03
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BG SERIES PRESSURE W ASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Shark Pressure Washer.
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of
the BG-302031, BG-302531, BG-352531, BG-353031,
BG-353531, BG-503021, BG-302037, BG-302537,
BG-352537, BG-353037, BG-353537, BG-303077 and
BG-503027 washers. All information in this manual is
based on the latest product information availab le at the
time of printing.
Shark reserves the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
The BG Series was designed for maximum
use of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this Shark pressure washer . W arning information should be emphasized and understood. If the operator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings shall be read to and discussed with
the operator in the operator’s nativ e language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
The operator must know how to stop the machine quic kly
and understand the operation of all controls. Ne v er permit anyone to operate the engine without proper instructions.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number .
MACHINE SAFETY
WARNING
CAUTION
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
2. All installations must comply with local codes. Contact your electrician, plumber, utility compan y or the
selling distributor for specific details.
CAUTION: T o reduce the risk of injury, read operating instructions
carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thoroughly . Failure to f ollow instructions could cause malfunction
of the machine and result in
death, serious bodily injury and/
or property damage.
WARNING
WARNING: Risk of asphyxiation
— Use this product only in a well
ventilated area.
3. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poison-
RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION.
USE ONLY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA.
ous carbon monoxide gas;
exposure may cause loss of
consciousness and may lead
to death. It also contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ignite
causing property damage or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not
add fuel when the product is
RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT ADD FUEL
WHEN OPERATING
MACHINE.
operating.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —
Do not spray flammable liquids.
4. Do not place machine near flammable objects as
the engine is hot.
5. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes bef ore refueling. If
any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before
testing the spark plug or starting the engine. (Fire
and/or explosion may occur if this is not done .)
Refuel gasoline engines on mobile or portable
equipment:
a. outdoors;
b. with the engine on the equipment stopped;
c. with no source of ignition within 10 feet of the
dispensing point; and
d. with an allowance made for e xpansion of the fuel
should the equipment be exposed to a higher
ambient temperature.
In an overfilling situation, additional precautions are
necessary to ensure that the situation is handled in
a safe manner .
WARNING
WARNING: High pressure stream
of water that this equipment can
produce can pierce skin and its
underlying tissues, leading to
serious injury and possible
amputation.
HIGH PRESSURE
SPRAY CAN PIERCE
SKIN AND TISSUES.
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WARNING
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne and
fly at high speeds. To avoid personal injury, eye safety devices
must be worn.
PROTECTIVE
EYEWEAR AND
CLOTHING 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 sev ere injury or death will result.
8. Never make adjustments on machine while in operation.
9. Do not operate with spray gun in the off position f or
extensive periods of time as this may cause damage to the pump.
10. The best insurance against an accident is precaution and knowledge of the machine.
11. Shark 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
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electrical wiring or fatal electric shock may result.
13. Never run pump dry or leave
spray gun closed longer than
5 minutes.
KEEP WATER
SPRAY AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL
WIRING.
14. Do not allow children to operate the pressure washer at any
time.
15. Inlet water supply must be cold
and clean fresh water .
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
SET-UP PROCEDURES
1. Attach a 5/8" garden hose to inlet connector. Minimum flow should be 6 GPM.
2. Attach high pressure hose to discharge nipple using
quick coupler . Lock coupler securely into place b y pulling back coupler collar and inserting it onto discharge
nipple, then pushing collar forward to loc k in place.
Pressure
Hose
Garden
Hose
Filter
Inlet Connector
Collar
3. Attach variable pressure wand to spray gun using
teflon tape on threads to prevent leakage .
4. Attach swivel connector on discharge hose to spray
gun using teflon tape on threads.
5. Remove oil plug on top of pressure washer pump
and replace with dipstick 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.
Discharge
Nipple
Dipstick
Check pump oil lev el. (Use SAE 30W non-detergent
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oil). Dipstic k is located on top of pump .
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 relie v e pressure bef ore starting.
❑
Engine oil (SAE 10W30)
❑
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Filler Cap/Dipstick
Upper Limit
Lower Limit
Notice: Running the engine with a low oil level can
cause engine damage.
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BG SERIES PRESSURE W ASHER
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Water
Supply Hose
(not included)
High
Pressure
Nozzles
Soap
Nozzle
Quick Coupler
Detergent
Injector
Unloader
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Starter
Grip
ON-OFF
Switch
Pump
Detergent
Bucket
(not included)
Detergent
Filter
Detergent
Hose
Spray
Gun
High Pressure
Hose
Inlet
Connector
Wand w/Side
Trigger
Pump — Dev elops high pressure.
Starter Grip — Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water and de-
tergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes
safety latch.
Detergent Injector — Allows you to siphon and mix
detergents.
Grip
Pressure Nozzle
Soap Nozzle
High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water pump
discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun.
Pump Protector — Cycles water through pump when
water reaches 140°F.
Note: If trigger on spray gun is released for more
than 2 minutes, water will leak from v alve. Warm water
will discharge from pump onto floor. This system
prevents internal pump damage.
Wand
Coupler
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read provided engine manual warning and operating instructions.
2. Pull wand coupler collar
back and insert pressure
nozzle into coupler then secure by pushing collar forward to lock.
3. T urn on water at faucet and
squeeze spray gun trigger
allowing water to flow until a steady stream comes
out of wand.
4. Move the fuel valve lever
to the ON position. Turn
the fuel valve le ver to the
OFF position after stopping engine.
5. To start a cold engine,
move the choke le ver to
the CLOSED position.
To restart a warm engine, leave the choke
lever in the OPEN position.
6. Turn the engine s witch to the ON position.
7. Open spray gun before pulling
the starter grip.
8. T o start the engine pull the
starter grip lightly until you
feel resistance, then pull
briskly. Return the starter
grip gently .
CLOSED
Fuel Valve Lever
ON
OFF
Choke Lever
OPEN
Engine Switch
Starter Grip
9. With the spray nozzle pointed aw ay from y ou or anyone else, press the trigger on the spray gun to obtain pressurized spray.
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES
1. If a detergent injector was used, flush all lines with
clean water to remove soap residue.
2. Turn off engine. Turn off water supply.
3. Squeeze spray gun trigger to relieve any pressure .
4. Disconnect water supply hose from washer.
CAUTION: Do not allow pump to run without water.
5. Disconnect all hoses to allow water to drain. Protect
from freezing.
CAUTION: Do not allow pump to run longer than
3 minutes without water. Disconnect all hoses to
allow water to drain.
CAUTION: With machine off, open spray gun to
release pressure before removing dischar ge hose.
GENERAL W ASHING
TECHNIQUES
T est pressure and spra y pattern on hard surface (i.e. cement) to gauge distance and impact of water spray.
Hold spray nozzle
approximately one
foot from surface
being cleaned. F or
best surface cleaning action, spray at
slight angle.
To change spray
nozzle for a different pattern it is recommended that yo u
turn off engine and squeeze spray gun trigger to release
hose pressure. Pull back on quick coupler at end of wand
and exchange nozzle. Make sure nozzle is seated securely . Restart engine.
Use the detergent injector to apply detergent. Wash from
the bottom and work up. Allo w the detergent to set 5-10
minutes on surface. Rinse from top down.
NOTE: If pressure washer is running and not being
used for more than 2 minutes, turn off engine.
Spray Nozzle
1 Foot
Wand
Wand
Quick Coupler
CAUTION: Pull trig ger on spra y gun to relie ve pressure if machine does not start after one pull of starter
grip.
CAUTION: Small engines may kick back. Do not hold
starter grip tightly in hand.
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