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Pump Explosion M157208 – Rev G 

 

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ITEM 

PN 

DESCRIPTION 

QTY 

MODEL 

 

ITEM 

PN 

DESCRIPTION 

QTY 

MODEL 

1 

2264 

1/2" hose 

12" 
20" 

157208 
157209 

 

15 

780368 

AR, RKA 45G40HN 

1 

157208 

 

777374 

Comet Pump TWS5050S 

1 

157209 

2 

777119 

1/2" hose clamp 

2 

All 

 

16 

777378 

18" high psi hose 

1 

157209 

3 

2294 

1/2" NPT x 1/2" hose barb 

1 

157209 

 

17 

777345 

1/4" hose 

21" 

157209 

4 

2296 

3/8" x 3/8" steel nipple 

1 

157208 

18 

777834 

1/4" hose clamp 

2 

157209 

5 

788419 

Unloader valve 

1 

157208 

 

19 

777340 

1/4" MNPT x 1/4" HB 

1 

157209 

777375 

Unloader valve 

1 

157209 

 

20 

777639 

1/2" Street tee 

1 

157209 

6 

35918 

1/4" thermal protector 

1 

157209 

 

21 

777410 

3/8" street elbow 

1 

157209 

8 

777915 

3/8" MNPT QC nipple 

1 

157208 

 

22 

32808 

3/8"NPT x1/2"HB elbow 

1 

157209 

777395 

3/8" FNPT QC nipple, SS  

157209 

 

23 

777409 

Unloader block 

1 

157209 

9 

777373 

Injector, SS 

1 

157209 

 

24 

777423 

1/4"MNPT x 3/8" FNPT  

1 

157209 

10 

777165 

1/4" chemical hose 

36" 

All 

 

25 

38584 

Easy start valve, 3/8" NPT 

1 

157209 

11 

221222 

Chemical strainer 

1 

All 

 

26 

777411 

3/8" tee 

1 

157209 

12 

777376 

Safety relief valve 

1 

157209 

 

27 

777337 

1/2" x 3/8" steel nipple 

1 

157209 

13 

35169 

1/2" inlet filter 

1 

All 

 

28 

777839 

1/2” Nipple x 3/8” MPT 

1 

157208 

14 

777840 

1/2" HB X 1/4" MNPT 

1 

157208 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Summary of Contents for 157208

Page 1: ...use carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death if inhaled Skin Eye Injury High pressure spray can cause serious skin or eye injury including injection injury if fluid pierces the skin Injection inju...

Page 2: ...ge to the engine voltage regulator will result Purchase a standard 12VDC 18 Ah lawn and garden battery Group U1 7 Water Flow Requirements Make sure your supply water flow rate is 20 higher than the pr...

Page 3: ...on 13 Step 4 Battery Installation 14 Moving and Handling 15 Before Each Use 16 Step 1 Check Equipment 16 Step 2 Add Fuel s 17 Step 3 Select a Suitable Worksite 19 Operation 21 Step 1 Connect Hose s Wa...

Page 4: ...otective footwear Some cleaning chemicals may require the use of a respirator mask as instructed on chemical label Before using this washer the user shall determine the suitability of this product for...

Page 5: ...al Injection Point Injection dilution ratio 15 to 1 SUPPLIES REQUIRED not included Engine Fuel Regular Unleaded Gasoline Engine Oil See Engine Owner s Manual Pump Oil shipped with oil but refills requ...

Page 6: ...Ref Description Ref Description 1 Engine Oil Fill 7 Battery Box 2 Oil Dipstick 8 Water Outlet 3 Carbon Canister 9 Fuel Shutoff Valve 4 Belt guard 10 Gas Tank and Cap 5 Pump Oil Sight Glass 11 Muffler...

Page 7: ...here Replace shipping plug w vented dipstick 6 Pump Oil Sight Glass Fill pump oil to middle of the sight glass 7 Water Outlet Connect high pressure hose here 8 Battery Box Storage place to house the b...

Page 8: ...protection Caustic acid and explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns NO smoking sparks or flames NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non insulated too...

Page 9: ...ss system pressure Thermal Relief Valve This unit is equipped with a thermal relief valve to protect the pump from overheating The pump continues to work in bypass mode when you are not spraying If hi...

Page 10: ...e components identified in Figure 2 Overview of Pressure Washer Components and Figure 3 Hardware Bag Inspect the pressure washer immediately after you receive delivery for missing parts and damage If...

Page 11: ...Assembly and Initial Set Up 11 Figure 3 Hardware Bag contents...

Page 12: ...flat washer and through one end of lanyard as shown Attach 3 8 cotterless pin to other end of lanyard 4 Install handle to generator using 3 8 x 2 1 2 bolt 4 flat washers and 1 3 8 nyloc nut until wash...

Page 13: ...il specified below See Specifications section of this manual to determine the type of pump that came equipped with this pressure washer a For AR pumps Use SAE 30 Non Detergent Oil b For Comet pumps Us...

Page 14: ...ye protection and protective clothing when handling batteries NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non...

Page 15: ...ndling Moving your pressure washer around 1 Use the handles to manually move the pressure washer 2 To turn lift slightly on the handles and pivot the pressure washer on its wheels 3 Block wheels to pr...

Page 16: ...ne oil Check the engine oil level and add oil as needed Use the recommended oil type for your engine and expected ambient conditions See engine Owner s Manual for oil type and capacity and more detail...

Page 17: ...ntire fuel system Look for signs of leaks or deterioration chafed or spongy fuel hose loose connections loose or missing fuel hose clamps damaged gasoline tank or defective gasoline shut off valve Per...

Page 18: ...up truck bed Dissipate static charge from your body before beginning the fueling process by touching a grounded metal object at a safe distance from fuel sources Keep nozzle in contact with container...

Page 19: ...ions within minutes Follow the directions below for choosing a location to operate your pressure washer in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning The location you choose to operate the pressure wash...

Page 20: ...ce The exhaust gas from your pressure washer is extremely hot and can cause combustible materials to catch on fire Make sure the engine is at least 7 feet from all combustible materials and buildings...

Page 21: ...d in the Before Each Use Step 3 Select Suitable Worksite section of this manual A suitable location is OUTDOORS only away from all building air intakes Where no flammable vapors dusts and gases are pr...

Page 22: ...h pressure hose to the pressure washer s water outlet WARNING NEVER operate this pump with components such as hose connections and spray gun rated for lower pressure and or temperature limits than the...

Page 23: ...ed on the following table Color of Nozzle Spray Angle Used For Red 0 Highest Impact Yellow 15 Tough Stains Stripping Green 25 General White 40 Light Cleaning Black Low pressure 65 Chemicals NOTE You m...

Page 24: ...gure 9b Check the connection by pulling on the nozzle to ensure a tight connection if correctly inserted nozzle will rotate but not pull out WARNING Make sure the nozzle is correctly inserted Sprayer...

Page 25: ...use with this pressure washer and if used would obviously alter the 15 to 1 dilution ratio WARNING Chemical spraying Never spray acids corrosives or abrasive or flammable liquids Breathing hazards su...

Page 26: ...e judgment beyond what can be expected of children Under the influence Never operate or let anyone else operate the pressure washer while fatigued or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication...

Page 27: ...h to guard against accidental trigger release Rotate safety latch to the locked position when not spraying Leaving unattended Always turn off the pressure washer and relieve system pressure before lea...

Page 28: ...the warranty 2 To prevent accidental spraying engage the safety latch on spray gun trigger by rotating it to the locked position 3 Follow the instructions in the Engine Manual for starting the engine...

Page 29: ...un in the open position Prevent slips loss of balance High pressure spray could cause you to lose balance from kickback forces and wet surfaces can be slippery Keep good footing and balance at all tim...

Page 30: ...e turn the unloader knob counterclockwise See Figure 11 below WARNING Do not attempt to alter the unloader valve s maximum pressure Excess pressure could cause serious injury from escaping high pressu...

Page 31: ...ay gun trigger after the engine is turned OFF 1 Turn engine OFF 2 Turn water supply OFF 3 Actuate spray gun trigger to relieve system pressure 4 Remove garden hose 5 Remove pressure hose 6 Remove nozz...

Page 32: ...k is empty Residual fuel fumes from tank can ignite o Away from extreme high or low temperatures Do not store the pressure washer in freezing conditions unless it is prepared as directed below for tho...

Page 33: ...an become stale when stored over 30 days Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system which can cause malfunction of the engine 1 Prepare fuel system for storage o Drain all gaso...

Page 34: ...e spark plug wires Prepare pressure washer for storage Prepare the pressure washer for storage 1 Disconnect the battery remove it from the battery compartment and store it indoors 2 Make sure the engi...

Page 35: ...hange after that See detailed instructions for each maintenance item below Note For end of the season storage instructions see the Storage section of this manual Maintenance Repair Detailed Instructio...

Page 36: ...eaks or deterioration chafed or spongy fuel hose loose connections loose or missing fuel hose clamps damaged fuel tank or defective gasoline shut off valve Inspect spray system Inspect spray system fo...

Page 37: ...t may be recommended by the manufacturer of these chemicals Always dispose of hazardous fluids per local state and national guidelines 1 Unscrew garden hose from water inlet if connected 2 Unscrew inl...

Page 38: ...the first 40 hours of use and then after every 3 months or 500 hours of use after that 1 Remove drain plug from pump 2 Drain pump oil into suitable container and dispose of responsibly 3 Reinstall oil...

Page 39: ...ighten pump mounting bolts Torque to 29 4 ft lbs 8 Replace belt guard WARNING Do not operate unless belt guard is in place to prevent access to rotating parts Clothing or hair can become rapidly entan...

Page 40: ...ked or pinched hose Plugged inlet screen Pull out and clean screen carefully Need to use high pressure nozzle Change to the green yellow white or red nozzle Plugged nozzle Remove nozzle check for bloc...

Page 41: ...Parts Explosion M157208 Rev G 41...

Page 42: ...37 35226 35226 Cogged belt BX36 Cogged belt BX36 2 3 157208 157209 38 777419 Bushing pump sheave 1 All 39 2006 777418 Pump sheave Pump sheave 1 1 157208 157209 Ref Part Description Qty Used on 40 7803...

Page 43: ...75 Unloader valve 1 157209 20 777639 1 2 Street tee 1 157209 6 35918 1 4 thermal protector 1 157209 21 777410 3 8 street elbow 1 157209 8 777915 3 8 MNPT QC nipple 1 157208 22 32808 3 8 NPT x1 2 HB el...

Page 44: ...ressure washer Do not use for other purposes as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result Prohibition Against Modifications Never modify or alter the pressure washer in any way or deactivate a...

Page 45: ...Use approved container Never pump fuel directly into fuel tank at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use an UL approved fuel container to transfer fuel to the engine Running hot engin...

Page 46: ...urfaces can be slippery Keep good footing and balance at all times Do not overreach Do not stand on unstable support when spraying Use extreme caution when spraying from a ladder or scaffolding ensure...

Page 47: ...gine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the pressure washer shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a docto...

Page 48: ...nes are guaranteed by their manufacturer and can be serviced at factory authorized locations near you Any costs incurred due to replacement or repair of items outside of a NorthStar approved facility...

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Page 50: ...50 Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co Inc Burnsville MN 55306 NorthernTool com...

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