Shark BT-3530, BT-5030, BT-4020 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual
MODEL: BT
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
AND PARTS MANUAL
■ BT-3530 ■ BT-4020 ■ BT-5030
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#97-727
Introduction ............................................................................................. 4
Important Safety Information ................................................................ 4-5
Component Identification ......................................................................... 6
Assembly Instructions............................................................................. 7
Operating Instructions ............................................................................. 8
Detergents and General Operating Techniques ........................................ 9
Shut Down and Clean-Up ...................................................................... 10
Storage ................................................................................................. 10
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 11-12
Preventative Maintenance ..................................................................... 13
Oil Change Record ................................................................................ 13
Exploded View .................................................................................. 14-15
Exploded View Parts List ................................................................. 16-18
Hose & Spray Gun ................................................................................ 19
Downstream Injector ............................................................................. 19
Specifications .................................................................................. 20-21
D Pump Exploded View and Parts List ............................................ 22-23
T Pump Exploded View and Parts List ............................................ 24-25
M Pump Exploded View and Parts List ........................................... 26-27
AR-AL Unloader Exploded View and Parts List .................................... 28
VBA35 Unloader Exploded View and Parts List ................................... 29
VB55 Unloader Exploded View and Parts List ...................................... 30
Warranty
CONTENTS
Model Number ______________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date of Purchase ___________________________
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to
the pressure washer. You should record both serial number and
date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
All information in this manual is based on the latest
product information available at the time of printing.
We reserve the right to make changes at any time
without incurring any obligation.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must have an understanding of
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the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings
before using this pressure washer. Warning 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 native language by the purchaser/
owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its
contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future
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reference the manufacturers’ 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using this machine, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
CAUTION
READ OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
THOROUGHLY
PRIOR TO USE.
2. Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
3. Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
4. All installations must comply with local codes. Contact your electrician, plumber, utility company or
the selling distributor for specific details.
To comply with the National Electrical Code (NFPA
70) and provide additional protection from risk of
electric shock, these pressure washers are
equipped with a UL approved ground fault circuit
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instructions carefully before using.
1. Read the owner's manual thoroughly. Failure to follow instructions could cause malfunction of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
injury and/or property damage.
interrupter (GFCI) power cord (120V and 230V
1 ph). All other models must be connected to a
GFCI circuit breaker.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION:
DO NOT USE WITH
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS.
WARNING
KEEP WATER SPRAY
AWAY FROM
ELECTRICAL WIRING.
proper voltage and amperage ratings. Do not spray
water on or near electrical components. Do not
touch machine with wet hands or while standing in
water. Always disconnect power before servicing.
7. Grip cleaning wand securely with both hands before starting the cleaner. Failure to do this could
result in injury from a whipping wand.
WARNING
RISK OF INJECTION
OR SEVERE INJURY
TO PERSONS. KEEP
CLEAR OF NOZZLE.
charge stream at people, or severe injury or death
will result.
9. Never make adjustments on machine while in
operation.
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WARNING: Flammable liquids
can create fumes which can ignite causing property damage
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion —
do not spray flammable liquids.
5. Risk of explosion — do not
spray flammable liquids or
operate in an explosive location.
WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electric wiring or fatal electric shock may result.
6. To protect the operator from
electrical shock, the machine
must be electrically
grounded. It is the responsibility of the owner to connect
this machine to a UL
grounded receptacle of
WARNING: The high pressure
stream of fluid that this equipment can produce can pierce
skin and its underlying tissues,
leading to serious injury and
possible amputation.
8. High pressure developed by
these machines will cause
personal injury or equipment
damage. Use caution when
operating. Do not direct dis-
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
PRESSURE WASHER
WARNING
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne
and fly at high speeds.
10. Eye safety devices and foot
protection must be worn when
USE PROTECTIVE
EYEWEAR WHEN
OPERATING.
the trigger in the off position for extensive periods
of time as this may cause damage to the pump.
12. Protect from freezing.
13. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured
before using pressure washer.
using this equipment.
11. Machines with spray gun
should not be operated with
14. Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fluids to
pass through the pump.
15. Inlet water must be cold and clean fresh water.
16. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is
necessary when a machine is used near children.
Do not allow children to operate the pressure
washer. This machine must be attended dur-
ing operation.
17. The best insurance against an accident is precaution and knowledge of the machine.
18. Manufacturer will not be liable for any changes
made to our standard machines or any components not purchased from us.
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
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Start/Stop
Switches
Power
Supply
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Water Supply Hose
(not included)
GFCI
Sight Glass
Pressure Nozzle
Oil Level
Pump Protector
Oil
Dipstick
Pump
Detergent
Injector
Inlet
Connector
Detergent Bucket
(not included)
Detergent
Tube
Spray
Gun
Wand
Power
Cord
Nozzle
Quick
Coupler
Soap
Nozzle
Detergent Injector - Allows you to siphon and mix de-
tergents.
High Pressure Hose - Connect one end to water pump
discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun.
Nozzle Quick Coupler - To easily connect the high
pressure hose and soap nozzle to wand.
Oil Level Sight Glass - A quick visual reference to the
oil level in the pump.
Pump - Develops high pressure.
Pump Protector - Cycles fresh cool water through
pump when recirculating water reaches 140°F.
Trigger
High Pressure Hose
Swivel
Connector
Spray Gun - Must be connected to the high pressure
hose and wand.
Swivel Connector - Connects to the spray gun and
wand. Minimizes hassle of hose coiling.
Wand - Must be connected to the spray gun.
Note: If trigger on spray gun is released for more
than 2 minutes, water will leak from valve. Warm
water will discharge from pump protector onto
floor. This system prevents internal pump damage.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Spray
Gun
Safety
Latch
High Pressure
Hose
STEP 1: Attach the high pressure
hose to the spray gun using teflon
tape on hose threads.
DipStick
Pressure
Nozzle
Wand
Coupler
STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded col-
lar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle.
Pump
Discharge
Fitting
High
Pressure
Hose
Coupler Collar
Pressure
Nozzle
Coupler
Collar
Wand
Coupler
STEP 3: Release the coupler col-
lar and push the nozzle until the
collar clicks. Pull the nozzle to
make sure it is seated properly.
Cold
Water
Source
Garden
Hose
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STEP 4: Remove shipping cap and
install oil dipstick. Check pump oil
level by using dipstick or observe oil
level in oil window (if equipped). Use
30 wt. non detergent oil.
Pump
Water Inlet
Garden
Hose
STEP 7: Check inlet filters, remove
debris, then connect the garden
hose to pump water inlet.
CAUTION: Do not run the pump
without water or pump damage
will result.
STEP 5: Connect the high pressure
hose to the pump discharge fitting.
Push coupler collar forward until
secure.
STEP 6: Connect garden hose to
the cold water source.
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PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Cold
Water
Source
Garden
Hose
STEP 1: Connect garden hose to the
cold water source and turn water on
completely. Never use hot water.
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STEP 4: Turn machine on.
STEP 2: Trigger the spray gun to
eliminate trapped air then wait for a
steady flow of water to emerge from
the spray nozzle.
WARNING! Never replace
nozzles without engaging the
safety latch on the spray gun trigger.
NOZZLES
STEP 3: Connect machine to ad-
equate power source. Push reset
button on GFCI.
Safety
Latch
The five color-coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray
widths from 0° to 45° and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle holder, which is provided on the front of the machine.
NOTE: For a more gentle rinse, select the white 40° or green 25° nozzle.
To scour the surface, select the yellow 15° or red 0° nozzle. To apply detergent select the black nozzle.
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DETERGENTS AND GENERAL CLEANING TECHNIQUES
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WARNING
WARNING: Some detergents may
be harmful if inhaled or ingested,
causing severe nausea, fainting
or poisoning. The harmful elements may cause property damage or severe injury.
STEP 1: Connect detergent injector to discharge nipple
on machine, Connect high pressure hose to injector
with quick coupler. (Check to make sure locking coupler sleeves are in proper position before applying water pressure.)
Quick
Coupler
Filter
Discharge
Nipple
Soap
Nozzle
Detergent
Injector
THERMAL PUMP PROTECTION
If you run the engine on your pressure washer for 3-5
minutes without pressing the trigger on the spray gun,
circulating water in the pump can reach high temperatures. When the water reaches this temperature, the
pump protector engages and cools the pump by discharging the warm water onto the ground. This thermal
device prevents internal damage to the pump.
CLEANING TIPS
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. Place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure (for best results, limit
your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square
and always apply detergent from bottom to top). Allow
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. If surface appears to
be drying, simply wet down surface with fresh water. If
needed, use brush to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at
high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping
motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 1 foot
from cleaning surface. Use overlapping strokes as you
clean and rinse any surface. For best surface cleaning
action spray at a slight angle.
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High Pressure Hose
STEP 2: Use detergent designed
specifically for pressure washers.
Household detergents could damage the pump. Prepare detergent solution as required by the manufacturer. Fill a container with pressure
washer detergent. Place the filter
end of detergent suction tube into
the detergent container.
STEP 3: With safety latch on spray gun engaged, secure black detergent nozzle into quick coupler.
NOTE: Detergent cannot be applied using red, yellow,
green or white nozzles.
STEP 4: With the engine running, pull trigger to operate machine. Liquid detergent is drawn
into the machine and mixed with
water. Apply detergent to work
area. Do not allow detergent to
dry on surface.
IMPORTANT: You must flush the detergent injection
system after each use by placing the suction tube
into a bucket of clean water, then run the pressure
washer in low pressure for 1-2 minutes.
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Recommendations:
• Before cleaning any surface, an inconspicuous area
should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results.
• If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the
loose paint from the surface.
• Keep the spray nozzle a safe distance from the surface you plan to clean. High pressure wash a small
area, then check the surface for damage. If no damage is found, continue to pressure washing.
CAUTION - Never use:
• Bleach, chlorine products and other corrosive
chemicals
• Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint thinner, gasoline, oils)
• Tri-sodium phosphate products
• Ammonia products
• Acid-based products
These chemicals will harm the machine and will damage the surface being cleaned.
RINSING
It will take a few seconds for the detergent to clear. Apply
safety latch to spray gun. Remove black soap nozzle
from quick coupler. Select and install desired high pressure nozzle. NOTE: You can also stop detergent from
flowing by removing detergent siphon tube from bottle.
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SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP
STEP 1: Remove detergent suction
tube from container and insert into
one gallon of fresh water. Slide
nozzle forward for low pressure or
to connect black detergent nozzle.
Pull trigger on spray gun and siphon
water for one minute.
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Pump
Water
Inlet
STEP 4: Press trig-
ger to release water pressure.
STEP 5: Disconnect the garden
hose from the water inlet on the
machine.
STEP 2: Turn off machine. STEP 3: Turn off water
supply.
High
Pressure
Outlet
Safety
Latch
STEP 6: Disconnect the high
pressure hose from high pressure outlet.
STEP 7: Engage
the spray gun
safety lock.
STORAGE
Pump Storage
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
CAUTION
FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
If you must store your pressure washer in a location
where the temperature is below 32° F, you can minimize the chance of damage to your machine by draining your machine as follows:
1. Stop the pressure washer and detach supply hose
and high pressure hose. Squeeze the trigger of the
spray gun to drain all water from the wand and
hose.
2. Restart pressure washer and let it run briefly (about
5 seconds) until water no longer discharges from
the high pressure outlet.
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susceptible to permanent damage if
frozen.
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