SHARK DE • 97-710 • REV. 8/04
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ASHER
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ARRANTY
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. 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 PARTS WARRANTY:
Components manufactured by SHARK, such as frames, handles, and belt guards. Forged brass pump manifold. All heating
coils will have a three year warranty. Internal components (excluding oil seals) 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 part warranty.
WARRANTY PROVIDED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS:
Motors, generators, and engines, which are warranted by their respective manufacturers, are serviced through these manu-
facturers’ local authorized service centers. SHARK cannot provide warranty on these items.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
This warranty does not cover the following items:
1.
Normal wear items, such as nozzles, guns, discharge hoses, wands, quick couplers, seals, filters, gaskets, O-rings,
packings, pistons, pump valve assemblies, strainers, belts, brushes, rupture disks, fuses, pump protectors.
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.
WHAT 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 com-
pleted 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.
LIMITATION 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
make 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.
SHARK PRESSURE WASHERS
1-800-771-1881 • www.shark-pw.com