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North Star M157594I manual

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  • Page 1

    M157594I Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER : C leans dirty surfaces with high pressure hot water. To the Owner: Thank you for purchasi ng a NorthStar hot water pressure washer. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability, and the top perfo rmance you demand! Take time now to read through this manual[...]

  • Page 2

    2 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions 2 Maintenance Instructions 10 Specifications 3 Long Term/Winter Storage 11 Machine Component Identification 4 Troubleshooting 12 Installation Instructions 5-6 Parts Breakdowns 13-15 Operation Instructions 7-9 Electrical Schematic 16 Safety Features 9 Trailer Assembly Instructions (157595 ) 17 Import[...]

  • Page 3

    Specifications 3 Pressure Rating 4000 psi Flow Output 4 gpm Pump Type Cat 66DX Water Supply Standard tap water @ 20-75 psi or water feed tank Engine Horsepower 18 hp BTU Output 353,700 BTU Maximum Temperature 210 ° F Approved Fuels #1 or #2 Diesel, Kerosene, Fuel Oil Fuel Capacity 4 Gal Gasoline Capacity 4 Gal Discharge Hose 3/8” Dimensions (ski[...]

  • Page 4

    Machine Component Identification 4 Ref # Description Ref # Description Ref # Description 1 Unloader 9 Ball Valve (feed tank) 16 Water Outlet 2 Lifting Eye 10 Ball Valve (city tap water) 17 Engine Key Switch 3 Engine (see engine manual) 11 Wate r Filter 18 Circuit Breaker 4 Inlet Plumbing 12 Wate r Inlet (city tap water) 19 Heat Switch 5 Diesel Tank[...]

  • Page 5

    Installation Instructions 5 Installing a Battery Warning: Sulfuric acid is a corrosiv e poison. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Al ways wear safety glasses. Alway s wear safety glasses when working on or near the battery . The engine will not ru n and the burner will n ot fire without first installing a battery. The battery box provides [...]

  • Page 6

    Installation Instructions 6 Venting DANGER: Do not run machine indoors or in an enclosed area w i thout adequate v entilation, or in areas where flammable v apors, (gasoline, solvents, etc.) may be presen t. Do not vent exhaust gases into a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed place. CAUTION: All venting must b e in accordance with applicable state and [...]

  • Page 7

    Operating Instructions 7 Read and understand the entire manual before operating the pressure washer. Follow these instructions every time you use the pressure washer. I.) Pre-Operation Read entire manual, especially the important safety instructions. 1.) Check hoses, fittings, wand, trigger gun and fuel connections for signs of we ar, cracks and lo[...]

  • Page 8

    Operating Instructions 8 V.) Turn Water Supply ON (city water tap only) Make sure the hose i s not “kinked”. A kinked ho se will provide insufficient water supply to the pump and will reduce its life. Make sure the ho se remains unkinked after moving the pressure wa sher. VI.) Attach Nozzle Color of Nozzle: Spray Angle Used For: Red 0 Highest I[...]

  • Page 9

    Operating Instructions 9 X.) For Hot Water If HOT water is desired, make sure there is fuel in the fuel tank, turn the heat switch ON, and adj ust the thermostat to the desired temperature. The burner will fire when the trigger i s squeezed. You may need to initially adjust your burner for peak performance. See the “Oil Burner” section under IN[...]

  • Page 10

    Maintenance Instructions 10 WARNING: Unauthorized machine modification or use of non-approved replacement parts may cause personal injury and/or property dama ge and will void the manu facturer warranty . See Engine manual for engine maintenance . Maintenance Mode Before performing any maintenance on the pressure washer, it must be placed in mainte[...]

  • Page 11

    Long Term / Winter Storage 11 During cold weather, store the pressure w asher indoors and mov e it outdoors be fore starting the engine. Long Term Storage and Freeze Protection 1.) Attach a feed tank or bucket to the water inlet (feed t ank). See In stallation section for Attach ing a Water Feed Tank instructions. 2.) Fill feed tank with 5 gallons [...]

  • Page 12

    Troubleshooting Guide 12 Engine Will Not Start Causes Solutions Low Oil Shutdown Fill engine wi th the adequate amount of oil. Cold Engine Choke engine to start. No Fuel Add gas to engine, make sure fuel shutoff valve is ope n. Dead Battery Recharge/Replace battery. Spark plug wire not attached Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Pressure Washer [...]

  • Page 13

    Parts Breakdown 157594I 13[...]

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    Component List – 157594I 14 REF PA RT # DESCRIPTION QTY REF PA RT # DESCRIPTION QTY 57 777666 decal, gasoline 1 1 777222 32842 HONDA en gine 18hp muffler kit, HONDA 1 1 58 777721 decal, side panel 2 2 30511 1/2npt plug 1 59 777647 battery box 1 3 777837 3/8npt plug 1 60 777 489 battery strap 1 4 38198 CAT pump, 4gpm 1 61 82233 carriage bolt, 5/16[...]

  • Page 15

    Parts Breakdown – 157595I 15 REF PART # DESCRIPTION QTY REF PART # DESCRIPTION QTY 1 779257 Hose Reel 2 19 5318 Nipple ¾ NPT x ¾ Hose Barb 1 3 777903 Frame, Skid 1 20 5370 Bulkhead ¾” NPT Female 3 4 30198 200 Gal Tank 1 21 50NBR12 ½ Hose Barb x ¾ NPT Elbow 1 5 777707 Tank Strap 2 22 17141 Ho se Clamp ¾ 1 6 82080 Eye Bolt, ¼” 4 23 30289[...]

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    Wiring Diagram 16[...]

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    Trailer Assembly Instructions (157595 only) 17 1.) Remove the top and four sides of the steel crate. 2.) Remove a-frame from trailer frame. (keep fasteners for step 7) 3.) Slide a-frame into holders under traile r frame (built into the front posts). 4.) Install jack onto a-frame with 3/8x1” bolts, Class G lock nuts, and washers provided. Tighten [...]