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Warranty
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 f or future reference.
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We reserve the right to make changes at any time without incurring any obligation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
injury and/or proper ty damage. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards inv olved.
Owner/User Responsibility:
The owner and/or user must hav e an understanding of
the manufacturer’ s operating instructions and warnings
before using this 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 native 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.
This manual should be considered a permanent
part of the machine and should remain with it if
resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and
serial number .
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
sciousness and may lead to death. It also contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductiv e harm.
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING: Risk of explosion — do not spray flammable liquids.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, read operating instructions carefully before using.
1. Read the o wner's manual thoroughly. Failure to follow instructions could cause malfunction of the machine and
result in death, serious bodily
DANGER: Risk of asphyxiation.
Use this product only in a well
ventilated area.
2. Avoid installing machines in
small areas or near exhaust
fans. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure may cause loss of con-
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 operating.
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3. Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel
shut-off valve OFF.
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 ma y occur if this is not done.)
Gasoline engines on mobile or portable equipment
shall be refuelled:
(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 allo w ance made f or 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
particles to become airborne and fly at high speeds.
WARNING
WARNING
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 severe injury or death will result.
8. Never make adjustments on machine while it is in
operation.
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.
WARNING: High pressure spray
can cause paint chips or other
WARNING: Be extremely careful
when using a ladder , scaff olding
or any other relatively unstable
location. The cleaning area
should have adequate slopes
and drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery
surfaces.
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.
6. Eye safety de vices, foot, hand
and other protection must be
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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. Manufacturer will not be liable for an y changes made
to our standard machines, or any components not
purchased from us.
12. Read engine safety instructions provided.
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
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15. Inlet water supply must be cold and clean fresh water.
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WARNING: Keep water spray
away from electric wiring or fatal
electric shock may result.
13. Never run pump dr y or leave
spray gun closed longer than
5 minutes.
14. Do not allow children to operate the pressure washer at any
time.
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Pressure
Nozzle
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Pump
Protector
Unloader
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Garden Hose
(not included)
Inlet
Screen
Straight
Through
Wand
Starter Grip
Pump
Detergent
Bucket (not
included)
Spray Gun
Trigger
High Pressure
Hose
Pump — Dev elops high pressure.
Starter Grip— Used for starting the engine manually.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water and
detergent onto cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.
Detergent Injector — Allows you to siphon and mix
detergents.
Wand — Must be connected to the spra y gun.
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High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water
pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun.
Pump Protector — Cycles fresh cool water through
pump when recirculating water reaches 140°F.
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
Handle
Alignment
Holes
Frame
Assy.
STEP 1: Attach the handle to the
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frame of the pressure washer.
Note: It ma y be necessary to move
the handle supports from side to
side in order to align the handle so
it will slide over the frame supports.
Spray
Gun
Safety
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Latch
High Pressure
Hose
STEP 4: Attach the high
pressure hose to the spray
gun using teflon tape on
hose threads.
Carriage
Bolt
Nut
STEP 2: Insert the carriage bolt through
the holes from the outside of the unit
and attach a nut from the inside of the
machine. Tighten nuts.
Nozzle
Extension
Spray Gun/
Wand
STEP 5: Attach nozzle extension to spray
gun/wand. Tighten both by hand.
Bolts
Nut
Hose/Gun
Storage
Bracket
Studs
STEP 3: Attach the spray gun/
hose storage handle, and
bracket to handle . Tighten nuts.
Pressure
Nozzle
Wand
Coupler
STEP 6: Pull the spring-loaded col-
lar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle.
Pressure
Nozzle
Wand
Coupler
Wand
Collar
STEP 7: Release the coupler col-
lar and push the nozzle until the
collar clicks. Pull the nozzle to
make sure it is seated properly.
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Pump
Discharge
Fitting
High
Pressure
Hose
Coupler Collar
STEP 8: Connect the high pressure
hose to the pump discharge fitting.
STEP 9: Connect garden hose to
the cold water source.
Cold
Water
Source
Garden
Hose
Push coupler collar forward until
secure.
Pump
Water Inlet
Garden
Hose
STEP 10: Connect the garden hose to pump water inlet.Inspect inlets.
CAUTION: Do not run the pump without
water or pump damage will result.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Oil Dipstick
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Dip
Stick
Oil Window
STEP 1: Check engine oil lev el. Oil level should be le vel with the bottom of
the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is lev el when checking the oil le vel.
(Refer to the engine's operating manual included with machine.) We recommend that the oil be changed after the first 5 hours of use, then once
every 50 hours. Note: Improper oil levels will cause low oil sensor to shut
off engine. IMPORTANT! Do not run engine with high or low oil levels
as this will cause engine damage.
Gas
Tank
STEP 3: Fill gas tank with unleaded
gasoline. Do not use leaded gasoline.
Garden
Hose
STEP 4: Connect garden hose to
the cold water source and turn water on completely. Never use hot
Cold
Water
Source
water.
STEP 2: Remove shipping cap and
install oil dipstick. Check pump oil
level by using dipstick or observe
oil level in oil windo w (if equipped).
Use 30 wt. non detergent oil.
STEP 5: Trigger the spray gun
to eliminate trapped air then wai t
for a steady flow of water to
emerge from the spray nozzle.
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Choke
Fuel
Valve
STEP 6: Rotate the fuel shut-off valve to the "On" posi-
tion. Slide the fuel v alve lev er to the "ON" position. When
the engine is not in use, leave the fuel v alve in the "OFF"
position.
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Choke
Lever
Fuel
Valve
STEP 7: Mov e the choke lev er to the "Choke" position
(on a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the run
position). Move the choke lever to the "Closed" position. To restart a warm engine, leave the chok e lever in
the "Open" position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CON'T)
On-Off
Switch
STEP 8: Turn the engine switch to "On" position.
On Briggs engines, move the throttle lever to "Fast"
position, shown on engine as a rabbit.
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Safety
Latch
WARNING! Never replace
nozzles without engaging the
safety latch on the spray gun
trigger.
The five color-coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide arra y of spr a y
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: F or a more gentle rinse, select the white 40° or green 25° nozzle.
T o scour the surf ace, select the yellow 15° or red 0° nozzle . To apply detergent select the black nozzle.
STEP 9: Pull the starter grip. If the engine fails to start
after 2 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to release pressure and repeat step. Return star ter gently. After the
engine warms up enough to run smoothly, mo ve choke
to run position and throttle to fast position.
CAUTION: Small engines may kick back. Do not
hold pull starter grip tightly in hand.
NOZZLES
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APPLYING DETERGENT AND
GENERAL OPERATING
TECHNIQUES
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.
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into a bucket of clean water, then run the pressure
washer in low pressure for 1-2 minutes.
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 prev ents internal damage to the pump .
CLEANING TIPS
STEP 1: 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 2: Apply safety latch to spray gun trigger. Secure black detergent nozzle into quic k coupler. NOTE:
Detergent cannot be applied using Red, Yellow, Green
or White nozzles.
STEP 3: 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
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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 alw a ys 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 dir t. 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 strok es
as you clean and rinse any surface. For best surf ace cleaning action spray at a slight angle.
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 remo ve the
loose paint from the surface.
• Keep the spray nozzle a saf e distance from the surface you plan to clean. High pressure wash a small
area, then check the surface f or damage. If no damage is found, continue to pressure washing.
CAUTION - Never use:
• Bleach, chlorine products and other corrosive
chemicals
These chemicals will harm the machine and will damage the surface being cleaned.
RINSING
• It will take a few seconds f or the detergent to clear .
Apply safety latch to spray gun. Remov e black soap
nozzle from the quick coupler . Select and install the
desired high pressure nozzle. NOTE: You can also
stop detergent from flowing by simply removing detergent siphon tube from bottle.
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SHUTTING DO WN AND CLEAN-UP
On-Off
Switch
STEP 1: Remove detergent suction
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STEP 2: Turn off the engine.STEP 3: Turn off water
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.
CAUTION: Al wa ys store y our pressure washer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below
32°F (0°C). The pump in this machine is susceptible
to permanent damage if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE
IS NOT CO VERED BY W ARRANTY.
1. Stop the pressure washer, squeez e spray gun trigger to release pressure.
2. Detach water supply hose and high pressure hose.
3. Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until remaining water exits. Turn engine off immediately.
4. Drain the gas and oil from the engine.
5. Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.
6. Store the machine and accessories in a room which
does not reach freezing temperatures.
CAUTION: Failure to follo w the above directions will
result in damage to your pressure washer.
When the pressure washer is not being operated or is being
stored for more than one month, follow these instructions:
1. Replenish engine oil to upper level.
2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line, fuel valve
and carburetor .
3. Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the
spark plug hole, pull the starter grip several times
10
and replace the plug. Then pull the starter grip slowly
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STEP 6: Disconnect the high
pressure hose from high pressure outlet.
STORAGE
until you feel increased pressure which indicates
the piston is on its compression stroke and leave it
in that position. This closes both the intak e and exhaust valves to pre v ent rusting of cylinder.
4. Cover the pressure washer and store in a clean, dry
place that is well ventilated awa y from open flame or
sparks. NOTE: The use of a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIL®, or an equivalent, will minimize the formulation of fuel deposits during shortage. Such additives may be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank of
the engine, or to the gasolinee in a storage container .
After Extended Storage
Engine Maintenance
During the winter months, rare atmosheric conditions may
develop which will cause an icing condition in the carb uretor. If this develops, the engine may run rough, lose
power and may stall. This temporary condition can be
overcome b y deflecting some of the hot air from the engine over the carburetor area. NOTE: Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual f or service and maintenance
of the engine.
supply.
High
Pressure
Outlet
Safety
Latch
STEP 7: Engage
the spray gun
safety lock.
CAUTION: Prior to restarting, thaw out any
possible ice from pressure washer hoses,
spray gun or wand.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESOLUTION
PRESSURE WASHER Troubleshooting Guide
LOW OPERATING
PRESSURE
FLUCTUATING
PRESSURE
PRESSURE LOW
AFTER PERIOD OF
NORMAL USE
Insufficient water supply. Closed
faucet. Inlet hose kinked
Clogged inlet hose strainerCheck plumbing system for leaks.
Faulty or misadjusted unloader
valve
Worn packing in pumpCall technical support.
Machine has been stored in
freezing temper at ur es
Slow engine RPMCall technical support.
Worn or dirty pump valvesCall technical support.
Nozzle is obstructedUse nozzle wire in accessory kit.
Pump sucking air, inlet hose
This pressure washer was produced with the best av ailable materials and quality craftsmanship. Howe ver , 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. Regular preventativ e maintenance will add many hours to the life of y our pressure washer . P erform
maintenance more often under severe conditions .
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
InspectDaily
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Engine Oi l
Air Clea ner / Fi lter
Engine Fuel Fi l ter500 hours or 6 months
Spark Plug Mainte nance300 hours or annually
Clean Fuel Tank(s)Annually
Replace Fuel LinesAnnually
Pump Oil
Replace High Pressure NozzleEvery 6 months
Replace Quick Connects/ O-Ri ngsAnnually/As neede d
Clean Water Screen/ Fi l t e rWeekly
Replace HP HoseAnnually (if there are a ny si gn s of wea r)
All SHARK PRESSURE WASHERS are warranted by SHARK to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use, for the periods specified below. This Limited Warranty is subject to the exclusions shown
below, is calculated from the date of the original purchase, and applies to the or iginal components only. Any parts replaced
under this warranty will assume the remainder of the part’s warranty period. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and
is not transferable.
LIMITED LIFETIME P AR TS W ARRANTY :
Components manufactured by SHARK, such as frames, handles, coil wraps, float tanks, and belt guards. Forged brass pump
manifold. All heating coils will have a three year warranty. Internal components on the oil-end of all pressure washer pumps will
have a seven year warranty.
ONE YEAR PARTS WARRANTY:
All other components, excluding normal wear items as described below, will be warranted for one year on parts. Warranty on
these parts will be for one year regardless of the duration of the original component manufacturer’s par t warranty.
WARRANTY PROVIDED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS:
Motors, generators, and engines, which are warranted by their respective manufacturers, are serviced through these manufacturers’ local authorized service centers. SHARK cannot provide warranty on these items.
2.Damage or malfunctions resulting from accidents, abuse, modifications, alterations, incorrect installation, improper
servicing, failure to follow manufacturer’s maintenance instructions, or use of the equipment beyond its stated usage
specifications as contained in the operator’s manual.
3.Damage due to freezing, chemical deterioration, scale buildup, rust, corrosion, or thermal expansion.
4.Damage to components from fluctuations in electrical or water supply.
5.Normal maintenance service, including adjustments, fuel system cleaning, and clearing of obstructions.
6.Transportation to service center, shop labor charges, field labor charges, or freight damage.
WHA T YOU MUST DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
While not required for warranty service, we request that you register your SHARK pressure washer by returning the completed
registration card. In order to obtain warranty service on items, you must return the product to an Authorized SHARK Dealer,
freight prepaid, with proof of purchase, within the applicable warranty period. If the product is permanently installed, you must
notify your Authorized SHARK Dealer of the defect. The Authorized Dealer will file a claim, which must subsequently verify the
defect. In most cases, the part must be returned to SHARK freight prepaid with the claim. For warranty service on components
warranted by other manufacturers, the Authorized Dealer can help you obtain warranty service through these manufacturers’
local authorized service centers.
LIMIT A TION OF LIABILITY
SHARK’S liability for special, incidental, or consequential damages is expressly disclaimed. In no event shall SHARK’S liability
exceed the purchase price of the product in question. SHARK makes every effort to ensure that all illustrations and specifications are correct, however, these do not imply a warranty that the product is merchantable or fit for a particular purpose, or that
the product will actually conform to the illustrations and specifications. THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SHARK does not authorize any other party , including authorized Dealers, to mak e 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. While SHARK attempts to assure that its products
meet national codes, it cannot be responsible for how the customer chooses to use or install the product.