North Star M157310AC.1, Owner'S Manual

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Summary of Important Safety Information
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Never run the machine without sufficient lubrication or sufficient water to cool the pump.
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Never operate unless all safety guards are in place.
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Position safely . Place sprayer on firm, level ground to prevent accidental falls and equipment tip-over.
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Not in presence of combustibles . Do not use the pressure washer in the presence of flammable vapors, dust, gases, or other
potentially combustible materials. Operate only where open flame or torch is permitted
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Use backflow preventer. The use of a back flow preventer (Part #222815 call 1-800-270-0810 to order) on the water supply hose
is recommended and may be required by local code.
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Clear work area. Clear work area of all bystanders. Keep children and pets away.
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Wear protective gear. High-pressure spray can cause eye/skin injury, hot water can burn, and flying objects/debris can cause
injury. Serious injection injury can result if high-pressure spray penetrates the skin . Operators should wear waterproof, thermally
insulated gloves, safety glasses with side and top protection, face protection, and protective clothing when operating the machine.
If spraying pressure washer specific cleaning chemicals, wear a respirator or mask to avoid inhalation of vapors if directed on the
chemical label.
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Wear non-slip footwear. Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces. Wear footwear capable of
maintaining a good grip on wet surfaces.
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Check sprayer nozzle . Sprayer nozzle can become a projectile and cause serious personal injury or property damage if not
properly connected to the spray gun. Check to ensure the nozzle has been properly attached to the spray gun before using the
pressure washer.
During use
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Safety latch locked before starting engine. Always engage the safety latch on the spray gun trigger before starting the engine.
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Incoming water supply on. Do not run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. Operating the pressure
washer without an incoming flow of water will damage the pump.
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Wait before re-lighting burner. NEVER attempt to immediately run or re-light the burner if it doesn't ignite the first time.
Unburned oil or gas may have accumulated, causing potential explosion or fire hazard.
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Use two hands. Pressure washer spray gun kicks back when triggered. Firmly grasp with two hands.
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Stay alert. Watch what you are doing at all times.
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Prevent slips / loss of balance . High-pressure spray could cause you to lose balance from kickback forces, and wet surfaces can
be slippery.
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Keep good footing and balance at all times.
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Do not overreach.
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Do not stand on unstable support when spraying.
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Use extreme caution when spraying from a ladder or scaffolding, ensure it is firmly anchored from sway or tip-over.
Use extreme caution to avoid falling as spray gun kick can propel you off the ladder or scaffolding.
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Be aware of puddles and slippery surfaces. Ensure there is adequate drainage to prevent pooling of water.
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Keep spray away from people. Never direct discharge stream at or near any person. Do not allow any part of the body to come
in contact with the fluid stream. High-pressure spray will cause serious skin, eye, or falling injuries, and hot water can burn.
Injection injury will occur if high-pressure spray pierces the skin, injecting liquid under the skin. Injection injury can result in
blood poisoning and/or severe tissue damage leading to infection, gangrene and possibly amputation.
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Prevent surface damage & flying debris – Surfaces being sprayed must be strong enough to withstand high-pressure spray, or
damage may result. In addition, high-pressure spray will dislodge unsecured objects as well as surface chips and debris, resulting
in hazardous flying objects that can cause personal injury or property damage. Do not spray brittle surfaces or breakable, fragile,
or unsecured objects such as:
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stucco or laminar flagstone
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some painted surfaces
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windows or glass doors (because they may break)
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light fixtures, flowerbeds, mailboxes
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unsecured, lightweight objects
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Do not lock spray gun trigger in ON position . To reduce risk of injury, do not attempt to secure the spray gun open by
blocking or tying the spray gun in the open position.
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Keep spray away from electrical wiring . Spray contact with electrical wiring will likely result in severe electrical shock or
electrocution.
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Use only approved cleaning chemicals. Only chemicals specifically designed for use in pressure washers may be used. Never
spray acids, corrosives, or abrasive or flammable liquids. Breathing hazards, surface burns/corrosion, or fire/explosion could
result.
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Follow cleaning chemical manufacturer's instructions. Follow the chemical manufacturer's label instructions when handling or
spraying chemicals. Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used. Wear protective gear as directed.