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Note: Some general rules of belt tension are:
The ideal tension is the lowest tension without
belt slippage
Over tightening decreases belt and bearing life.
Keep belts clean and free of foreign material that
may cause slippage
Do not apply belt dressing, which can cause
damage and early belt failure.
6)
Ensure all belts are the same tension.
7)
Re-tighten pump mounting bolts. Torque to 29.4 ft-
lbs.
8)
Replace belt guard.
WARNING: Entanglement
Do not operate unless belt guard is in place
to prevent access to rotating parts. Clothing
or hair can become rapidly entangled in
unguarded rotating parts, resulting in serious
injury or death.
NOTE TO COMMERCIAL USERS:
All mechanical equipment, no matter how well designed,
will need maintenance and repairs. A NorthStar
pressure washer is no exception. At times, a NorthStar
pressure washer may become inoperable because
repairs are required. NorthStar Product Support will
assist in these repairs as needed, but if an inoperable
pressure washer creates a major expense to your
business, then we strongly recommend the following:
Have a staff person become familiar with the
mechanical operation of the pressure washer and
capable of making minor repairs and performing all
preventative maintenance procedures.
Keep a stock of recommended service parts for
maintenance and minor repairs.
IMPORTANT: Replacement Parts
If a part needs replacement, only use parts that
meet the manufacturer's part number
specifications. Replacement parts that do not
meet specifications may result in a safety
hazard or poor operation of the pressure
washer
.
Contact NorthStar Product Support at
1-800-270-0810 for any
questions, problems, or parts orders.
