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CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................................. 4 Important Safety Information ................................................................ 4-5 Component Identification ......................................................................... 6 Assembly Instructions ............................................................................. 7 Operating Instructions ......................................................................
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. interrupter (GFCI) power cord (120V and 230V 1 ph). All other models must be connected to a GFCI circuit breaker. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without incurring any obligation. WARNING can create fumes which can ig- Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
WARNING USE PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN OPERATING. 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 using this equipment. OPERATOR’S MANUAL 11. Machines with spray gun should not be operated with the trigger in the off position for extensive periods of time as this may cause damage to the pump. 12. Protect from freezing. 13.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Pump Protector Detergent Injector Water Supply Hose (not included) Oil Level Sight Glass Oil Dipstick Start/Stop Switches Power Supply Inlet Connector GFCI Detergent Bucket (not included) Pump Detergent Tube Spray Gun Pressure Nozzle Power Cord Nozzle Quick Coupler Wand Trigger Soap Nozzle Swivel Connector High Pressure Hose Detergent Injector - Allows you to siphon and mix detergents.
Spray Gun Pressure Nozzle Pressure Nozzle Safety Latch Wand Coupler Wand Coupler Wand Collar High Pressure Hose STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle. Pump Discharge Fitting DipStick STEP 3: Release the coupler collar and push the nozzle until the collar clicks. Pull the nozzle to make sure it is seated properly. Cold Water Source High Pressure Hose Coupler Collar STEP 4: Remove shipping cap and install oil dipstick.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL 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. STEP 2: Trigger the spray gun to eliminate trapped air then wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle. Safety Latch STEP 4: Turn machine on. WARNING! Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger.
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. Soap Nozzle Quick Coupler Filter Discharge Nipple Detergent Injector 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.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER 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. STEP 3: Turn off water supply. STEP 2: Turn off machine. High Pressure Outlet Safety Latch Pump Water Inlet STEP 4: Press trigger to release water pressure.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PUMP RUNNING NORMALLY BUT PRESSURE LOW ON INSTALLATION Pump sucking air Check water supply and possibility of air seepage. Check valves sticking Check and clean or replace if necessary. Unloader valve seat faulty Check and replace if necessary. Nozzle incorrectly sized Check and replace if necessary. Worn piston packing Check and replace if necessary. Valves worn Check and replace if necessary. Blockage in valve Check and clean out if necessary.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION MOTOR WILL NOT START Usually caused by line trouble, such as single phasing at the starter Check source of power. Check overloads, fuses, controls, etc. MOTOR OVERHEATING Overload. Compare actual amps (measured) with nameplate rating Locate and remove source of excessive friction in motor or load. Reduce load or replace with motor of greater capacity. Single phasing Check current at all phases (should be approximately equal) to isolate and correct problem.
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. Regular preventative maintenance will add many hours to the life of your pressure washer. Perform maintenance more often under severe conditions.
97 Model PE3-1100 71 65 35 62 74 57 47 98 65 63 64 28 46 63 23 53 73 46 58 52 OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW 92 37 51 61 54 25 60 46 36 BB353007A, BT353007A, PE4-3000A 25 59 24 27 45 29 44 36 68 21 42, 95, 96 66 45 37 64 44 70 29 69 65 63 5 1 99 75 48 75 2 18 5 23 67 5 3 5 2 48 48 46 4 5 90 89 5 6 47 6 2 5 5 3 48 91 5 7 6 5 43 9 2 9 76 5 8 91 7 76 43 14 97-727, 96-721 • REV.
PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW 40 26 26 22 34 22 41 41 33 78 34 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 33 BT & BB Models 353007, 402007, 503007 - PE Models 4-20021, 4-30021, 5-30021 40 72 72 PE3-11021D 32 94 30 31 20 82 40 83 79 80 93 84 41 34 26 88 99 85 19 78 87 81 6 86 6 22 5 PE4-20024, 4-30024, 5-30024 6 5 5 6 5 17 14 15 11 16 12a 13 10 5 6 12b 15 97-727, 96-721 • REV.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST PART NO.
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PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO.
PRESSURE WASHER HOSE & SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY 1 8 10 7 11 12 6 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 11 3 4,5 9 2 HOSE & SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM 1 2 3 PART NO.
PRESSURE WASHER SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PARTS SPECIFICATIONS PUMP MOTOR Pump Unloader Pump Pump Pulley Pump Part No. Part No. Pulley Part No. Bushing Bushing Motor Part No. Motor Model Pump Size Voltage/ph Hz 4-20024A LT5030 5-1728 5-3208 2AK84H 5-40208401 4-20024B LT5030 5-1728 5-3208 2AK84H 5-40208401 25MM 5-512025 6.2HP 230V/1PH 60 25MM 5-512025 6.2HP 230V/3PH 60 4-20024C LT5030 5-1728 5-3208 2AK84H 5-40208401 25MM 5-512025 6.
MOTOR (CON'T) Motor Motor Pulley Motor Bushing Belt Belt Contactor Overload Model Model Pulley Part No. Bushing Part No. Size Part No. Part No. Part No.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS 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 original components only. Any parts replaced under this warranty will assume the remainder of the part’s warranty period.
Form #97-727 • Revised 4/05 • Printed in U.S.A.
