MODEL: BR OPERATING INSTRUCTION AND PARTS MANUAL ■ BR-353031 ■ BR-304037 ■ BR-503021 ■ BR-353037 ■ BR-404021 ■ BR-503027 ■ BR-353531 ■ BR-404027 ■ BR-505031E ■ BR-353537 ■ BR-304031 ■ BR-405031E ■ BR-405037E ■ BR-505037E SHARK PRESSURE WASHERS ■ 4275 N.W. Pacific Rim Blvd. ■ Camas, WA 98607 ■ USA For technical assistance or the Shark Dealer nearest you, call 1-800-771-1881.
CONTENTS Component Identification ........................................ 4 Maintenance & Service ......................................... 10 Introduction ............................................................. 5 Troubleshooting Guide .......................................... 11 Important Safety Information ................................5-6 Machine Assembly & Parts List .......................12-15 Assembly Instructions ..........................................
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PRESSURE NOZZLE SPRAY GUN/ WAND ASSEMBLY FUEL TANK BATTERY BOX ENGINE RUPTURE DISK ASSEMBLY (5000 PSI ONLY) TEMPERATURE RELIEF VALVE INLET WATER FILTER UNLOADER VALVE PRESSURE HOSE Shark BR • Rev.
BR PRESSURE WASHER INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Shark pressure washer. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the BR pressure washers. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Shark reserves the right to make changes at any time without incurring any obligation. The BR Series was designed for maximum use of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 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. 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 7.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 2. Assemble wand components as shown in the picture below. NOTE: The pressure nozzle is not to be installed at this time. OPERATOR’S MANUAL 7 2. To reduce the possibility of sparking attach the battery cables in the following order. First attach the positive battery cable (red) to the positive “+” terminal of battery. Next, attach the negative battery cable (black) to the negative “—” terminal of the battery.
BR PRESSURE WASHER machine in a poorly ventilated area, outside fresh air may have to be piped to the engine and a fan installed to bring sufficient air into the machine. In addition, the pressure washer should never be operated in an enclosed area where high ambient temperatures exist. High ambient temperatures (above 100o F) can cause engine oil failure and will greatly reduce the engine’s performance. OPERATOR’S MANUAL 5.
BR PRESSURE WASHER NOTE: If the battery charge is too low to start the engine, the manual rope start may be used. Set the engine controls the same as for the key start. NOTE: If engine fails to start, refer to Troubleshooting Guide in this manual. 6. Squeeze trigger of trigger gun and allow air and pressure to purge from system. WASHING PROCEDURES DANGER: Do not place hands or fingers in front of high pressure spray. Bodily injury may result. 1.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL MAINTENANCE Gasoline Engine WARNING: Unauthorized machine modification or use of non-approved replacement parts may cause personal injury and/or property damage and will void the manufacturer warranty. Refer to the provided gasoline engine manual for recommended maintenance. Pump Lubrication: To lubricate pump, use 30W non-detergent oil for pump crankcase.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 11 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Gas engine will not run. Out of gas. Repl enish supply. Use only recommended fuels. Refer to Before Starting under Operation. Fuel valve closed (if so equipped). Open valve. Loose spark plug wire. Reconnect. Choke or throttle set incorrectly. Refer to To Start under Operation. Engine ON/OFF switch in OFF position. Place engine ON/OFF switch in ON position. Low engine oil level.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 12 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MACHINE ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW 3,4,5 11,12 Bottom View 13,14 34,35 36 2 15,16,17 1 6 27 7 37 30 31 8 29 30 9,10 37 29 26 19 20 30 28 21,22,23, 24, 25 28 29 30 31 30 Small Frame Axle Assy. 28 33 30 31 32 Large Frame Axle Assy. 30 31 30 28 29 Shark BR • Rev.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 13 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MACHINE ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW PARTS LIST ITEM 1 PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 95-07104020 Frame, Welded Cage Assy 16/20/24 HP (404021, 404027, 503021, 503027, 405031, 405037, 505031, 505037) 1 ITEM 19 PART NO.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL MACHINE ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW 1 31 2 3 4,5,6 26 9,10 27 28,29,30 25 24 23 22 21 20 11 19 12,13,14 32,33 13,14 18 17 Shark BR • Rev.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 15 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MACHINE ASSEMBLY SIDE VIEW PARTS LIST ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2-01443 Plug, Plastic, 1-1/4" 2 19 90-1995 Screw, 1/4" x 1/2", BH SOC CC 7 2 2-011507 Tank, Encore, 5 Gal.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL TRIGGER GUN/WAND ASSEMBLY 1, 2 3 5 4 6 Shark BR • Rev.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 17 TRIGGER GUN/WAND ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST ITEM 1 2 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 4-16540 Nozzle, Compl. 6540, Black (405037, 405031, 505037, 505031) QTY. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2 4-12804540 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 40045, White (505031, 505037) 1 4-12805500 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 0005.5 Red (503021, 503027) 1 1 QTY. 4-12803000 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 0003, Red (304031, 304037) 1 4-12805515 4-12803015 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 1503, Yellow (304031, 304037) 1 Nozzle, SAQCMEG 1505.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL PUMP ASSEMBLY 353031, 353037, 353531, 353537, 304031, 304037, 404021, 404027, 503021, 503027 3 5 2 4 1 3 16 18 15 12 19 23,24,25 14 6 7 20 1 22 21 7 10 11 26 27 8 9 Shark BR • Rev.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 19 PUMP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST 353031, 353037, 353531, 353537, 304031, 304037, 404021, 404027, 503021, 503027 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2-0053 Elbow, 1/2" JIC, 3/8", 90° 2 4-02047725 Hose, 3/8" x 25", 2 Wire Pressure Loop QTY. 2 2-1105 Swivel, 1/2" JIC Fem, Push-On 2 4 2-1060 Elbow, 1/2" JIC x 3/8", 90° 5 4-02110000 Hose, 1/2", Push-On, per ft. 1.5 ft.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL PUMP ASSEMBLY 505031E, 505037E, 405031E, 405037E 25,27 28 2 3 10 11 1 14 4 12 13 17,18,19 16 11 5 9 20 23 29 26 25 24 21,22 15 6 8 ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM 7 PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
BR PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR’S MANUAL 21 DOWNSTREAM INJECTOR ASSEMBLY 4-011184 (3530, 3535, 5030) 4-011186 (3040, 4040, 4050, 5050) 5 1 6 1 2 3 4 ITEM 1 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3-12021 Detergent Injector Non-Adjust (3530, 3535, 5030) 1 QTY. 3-1208 Detergent Injector (No Coupler) 5000 psi (3040, 4040, 4050, 5050) 1 2 2-9000 Clamp, Screw, #4 1 3 4-02080000 Tube, 1/4" x 1/2", Clear Vinyl /ft. 6 Shark BR • Rev. 5/02 ITEM PART NO.
BR PRESSURE WASHER 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.
4275 N.W. Pacific Rim Blvd. • Camas, WA 98607 • 1-800-771-1881 Form #97-6139 • Revised 5/02 • Printed in U.S.A.
