Summary of Important Information
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This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been
presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory
about how to safely use your pressure washer.
WARNING
Carefully read and follow all instructions and safety information
for using this pressure washer.
Improper use or maintenance of the pressure washer can result in
serious injury or death
to the
operator or bystanders from:
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Fire/explosion
Chemical exposure
Skin/eye injury from high
pressure spray
Burns
Slips/falls
Electric shock
Flying objects/debris
General
Read all instructions.
Read and understand this Owner's Manual and the engine Owner's Manual completely before
attempting to set-up and use the pressure washer
.
Serious injury or death can result if safety and other instructions are not
followed.
Instruct all operators
. The pressure washer's owner must instruct all operators and potential renters in safe pressure washer
set-up and operation. Do not allow anyone to operate the pressure washer who has not read the Owner's Manual and been
instructed on its safe use. Owner's Manuals are available from NorthStar at 1-800-270-0810.
Adult control only.
Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer. Do not let children operate. Pressure
washers can generate forces greater than children can control and require 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.
Understand intended use
. Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this pressure 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 any safety device. Modifications can create serious safety
hazards and will also void the warranty.
Fuel/exhaust system
. Never add to or modify the exhaust system, fuel tank, or fuel lines. Carbon monoxide poisoning, fuel
leaks, fire or explosion could result.
Unloader valve
. Do not attempt to alter the unloader valve's maximum pressure. Excess pressure could cause serious injury
from escaping high-pressure fluids and/or pump damage. Any alteration other than turning the adjustment knob will void your
warranty.
Guards
. Do not operate pressure washer unless all guards and cover shields are in place.
Safety – Installation & Set-up
Battery Safety
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric shock.
Caution must be
exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could
lead to an explosion.
Follow these and other safety rules carefully when connecting battery to pressure washer:
Eye/skin protection.
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting or disconnecting battery.
Sparks/Smoking.
Never smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
Electric shock.
Never touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non-insulated tools.
Connection/disconnection sequence.
ALWAYS connect and disconnect cables to the correct battery terminals in the proper
sequence:
o
When CONNECTING the battery, connect the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal FIRST.
o
When DISCONNECTING the battery, disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEGATIVE terminal FIRST
Acid/skin contact.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and neutralize with baking soda.
