MODEL: BR OPERATING INSTRUCTION AND PARTS MANUAL ■ BR-442537 ■ BR-404027 ■ BR-353237 ■ BR-455037E ■ BR-373537 ■ BR-343087E For technical assistance or the SHARK dealer nearest you, call 1-800-771-1881 or visit our website at www.shark-pw.
CONTENTS Important Safety Information ................................................................4-5 Component Identification Small ............................................................... 6 Component Identification Large............................................................... 7 Assembly Instructions.............................................................................. 8 Operating Instructions ........................................................................
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing a this pressure washer. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Manufacturer reserves 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 the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings before using this pressure washer.
WARNING PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR AND CLOTHING MUST BE WORN. 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. 7. Protective clothing and foot protection must be worn when using this equipment. WARNING KEEP WATER SPRAY AWAY FROM ELECTRICAL WIRING. WARNING: Keep water spray away from electrical wiring or fatal electric shock may result. 18.
Nozzle Wand Spray Gun OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION — SMALL MODELS 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 — Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun.
Nozzle Wand OPERATOR’S MANUAL Spray Gun PRESSURE WASHER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION — LARGE MODELS Starter Grip Pump Water Inlet High Pressure Discharge High Pressure Hose 7 96-718, 97-721, 97-723 • REV.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Spray Gun Pressure Nozzle Pressure Nozzle Wand Coupler Safety Latch High Pressure Hose Wand Coupler Wand Collar STEP 1: Attach the high pressure hose to the spray gun using teflon tape on hose threads. STEP 2: Pull the spring-loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle. STEP 3: Release the coupler collar and push the nozzle until the collar clicks. Pull the nozzle to make sure it is seated properly.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Engine Oil Dipstick Gas Tank STEP 2: Fill gas tank with unleaded gasoline. Do not use leaded gasoline. OPERATOR’S MANUAL STEP 1: Check engine oil level. Oil level should be level with the bottom of the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil level. (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.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 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. CAUTION: Small engines may kick back. Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand.
WARNING WARNING: Some detergents may be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting or poisoning. The harmful elements may cause prop er ty dam age or severe injury. Discharge Nipple Detergent Injector Quick Coupler High Pressure Hose Filter Soap Nozzle 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.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP On-Off Switch 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 2: Turn engine switch to "OFF" position. STEP 3: Turn off water supply. Discharge Nipple Safety Latch Water Inlet STEP 4: Press trig ger to re lease water pressure.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION LOW OPERATING PRESSURE Insufficient water supply. Closed faucet. Inlet hose kinked Use larger garden hose; clean inlet water screen. Open faucet. Clogged inlet hose strainer Check plumbing system for leaks. Retape leaks with teflon tape. Faulty or misadjusted unloader valve Adjust unloader for proper pressure. Install repair kit when needed. Call technical support. Worn packing in pump Call technical support.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ENGINE OPERATES FOR 15 MIN. THEN STOPS Not enough gas or engine oil Fill tank with gas. Check oil level. Vapor lock developed by heat of day Keep gas tank full to avoid vapor locking. Obstruction in fuel filter Clean or replace fuel filter. ENGINE LACKS POWER Dirty air filter Replace air filter. ENGINE FALTERS Choke is opened too soon Move choke to halfway position until engine runs smoothly.
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.
PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW - LARGE 4 57 55 37 79 73 34 88 38 35 36 5 2 56 57 31 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 42 All Models 76 Except 4040 26 73 57 52 59 32 28 43 60 39 75 16 40 20 23 84 59 33 18 16 18 62 45 77 23 10 19 12 15 53 9 45 8, 9 50 22 343087E,343089E, 404027, 404029 Models 1 3 21 65 18 13 82 78 27 44 71 8 50 14 Models 404027, 404029 61 22 7 54 59 60 53 59 89 80 17 42 6 48 47 74 74 48 59 51 60 29 69 74 48 74 71 74 29 72 51 70 87 2
ITEM PART NO. 1 DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART NO.
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ITEM PART NO. 61 90-100543 DESCRIPTION QTY Screw, 5/16"-18 x 3/4" M PH TRH 4 62 2-1046 Plug, 1/4" Countersunk (405039E, 455034E,455037E, 455039E) 1 63 90-400910 ▲ Washer, 7/16" Lock-Split Ring 4 ITEM PART NO.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW - SMALL 5 56 34 41 7 35 1 32 15 29 33 36 41 55 51 56 2 26 37 56 25 37 30 56 21 45 19 21 9 18 22 57 48 37 40 17 10 20 24 11 9 23 31 9 50 24 Model 442539 18 38 53 10 31 9 50 23 11 16 4 14 43 3 28 12 49 6 49 43 44 58 46 42 43 27 43 54 45 27 8 39 13 52 47 38 20 96-718, 97-721, 97-723 • REV.
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 10-02025A Label, "Hot/Caliente" w/Arrows Warning 1 2 10-02029 Label, Danger Cool Engine 3 10-08017 Label, Intended For Outdoor Use1 4 10-9999 Label, Clear Lexan, 2-1/4" x 4-1/2" 5 11-01011 Label, Warning, Pictoral, Small 1 6 11-0316 Label, Instructions 7 10-0623 Label, Belt Guard, MP (353234, 373534, 442534) 1 11-32289 Label, Belt Guard, BD (353239, 373539) 1 11-3229 Label, Belt Guard, BR (442537, 353237,373537) 1 8 10-03008 ITEM PART NO.
ITEM PART NO. 57 58 DESCRIPTION QTY 2-1102 Adapter, 1/2" Female x 3/8" Male (343089E,442534) 1 2-1100 Adapter, 1/2 x 1/2 (353234, 373534, 353237, 442537, 373539) 1 9.800-049.0 Label, Manufacturer's Cleaning Solution 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST- SMALL 22 96-718, 97-721, 97-723 • REV.
PRESSURE WASHER HOSE & SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY 1, 2 4 9 3 1, 2 8 6 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10 7 7 5 HOSE & SPRAY GUN ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. 1 DESCRIPTION QTY 4-0110331 Wand, Side Grip w/Couplers 47.5" (373539, 404029, 343089E) 1 4-012192 Spray Gun w/Wand (5000 PSI), w/Coupler (405039E, 455039E, 455034E, 455037E) 1 4-011143A Wand, SS V.P. Wand, (AL 344) w/Coupler, w/Soap Nozzle (353234, 373534, 442534) 1 4-0111341A Wand, V.P.
PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS Machine Engine Pulley Engine Bushing Pump Pump Pump Bushing Model Pulley Desc. Bushing# Desc. Pulley Desc. Bushing# Desc.
Machine Model Belt (QTY) Pump Unloader Engine Desc. Belt Part No. Part No. Part No.
WARRANTY SHARK LIMITED NEW PRODUCT WARRANTY PRESSURE WASHERS 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.
Form #97-723 • Revised 8/05a • Printed in U.S.A.