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Shark B2535H/1
IMPORTANT
If the pressure washer demonstrates other symptoms or the corrective ac-
tions listed do not correct the problem, contact the local authorized Shark
Pressure Washer Service Center. The Shark Pressure Washer Service Cen-
ter can be identified by contacting:
Customer Service Department
Shark Pressure Washers
21 Inverness Way East • Englewood, Colorado 80112
1-800-771-1881
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Gas engine will not run.
Out of gas.
Replenish supply. Use only recom-
mended fuels. Refer to
Before Start-
ing
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.
Replenish supply. Engine will not start
or run if oil is low (on engines equipped
with low oil protection).
Refer to provided gasoline engine manual for additional troubleshooting.
Pressure washer runs
but won't spray.
Trigger of trigger gun released.
Squeeze trigger.
Water supply not turned on.
Open water supply valve.
Clogged pressure nozzle.
Clean pressure nozzle opening.
Low spray pressure at
pressure nozzle.
Inadequate water supply.
Fully open faucet. Check for kinked or
damaged hose. Use 5/8 inch minimum
hose. Check for debris clogging inlet
screen.
Partially clogged or damaged
pressure nozzle.
Clean or replace.
Engine throttle not in full throttle
position.
Place engine throttle in full throttle
position.
Uneven spray pattern.
Partially clogged or damaged
pressure nozzle.
Clean or replace.
