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Assembly and Initial Set-Up 

 

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Steps for Assembly / Initial Set-Up 

Step 1.  Unpacking & Delivery Inspection 

Step 2. Gun and Nozzle Storage Set-Up  

Step 3.  Initial Pump & Engine Preparation 

Step 4.  Battery Installation 

 

 

Each of these steps is discussed below: 

 

Step 1.  Unpacking & Delivery Inspection 

Find and separate the components identified in Figure 2 – Overview of Pressure Washer 
Components and Figure 3 – Hardware Bag.  Inspect the power washer immediately after you 
receive delivery for missing parts and damage. 

 

 

If you have missing or damaged components, please contact NorthStar Product Support at 
 1-800-270-0810. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Figure 2 – Overview of Pressure Washer Components 

 
 
 
 
 

(2) Spray guns & lances 

Pressure washer, tank, and trailer 

(2) High pressure 

hoses 

Manual bag 

Summary of Contents for M157597AG

Page 1: ...eye injury including injection injury if fluid pierces the skin Injection injury can result in blood poisoning and or severe tissue damage Burns Hot spray can scald and burn skin Hot surfaces of wand...

Page 2: ...ot included The engine will not run and burner will not fire unless a battery is installed Purchase a standard top post mount 12VDC 18 Ah automotive battery Group 75 Electric Brakes An electric brake...

Page 3: ...ion 12 Step 4 Battery Installation 13 Moving and Towing 14 Before Each Use 17 Step 1 Check Equipment 17 Step 2 Add Fuel s 18 Step 3 Select a Suitable Worksite 20 Operation 22 Step 1 Connect Hose s Wat...

Page 4: ...his manual The user should plan to acquire and wear safety apparel during operation of this pressure washer Safety apparel includes waterproof insulated gloves safety glasses with side and top protect...

Page 5: ...imum dilution ratio 15 to 1 Trailer GVWR 7000 lbs Hitch Ball Size 2 SUPPLIES REQUIRED not included Engine Fuel Regular Unleaded Gasoline Engine Oil See Engine Owner s Manual Burner Fuel 1 or 2 Diesel...

Page 6: ...4 Indicator light Thermostat 13 Water Outlet 5 Thermostat 14 Engine see engine manual 6 Heat Switch 15 Engine Key Switch 7 Control Panel 16 Pump 8 Gasoline Tank 17 Water Inlet 9 Water Fuel Separator...

Page 7: ...uel storage container 9 Water Fuel Separator Used to remove contaminant water from gasoline or diesel fuel to prevent water in the fuel from reaching the engine 10 Battery Box Storage place to house t...

Page 8: ...ources of sparks and flames away Use approved container only for transferring fuel Clean up fuel spills immediately Keep engine and burner exhaust at least 7 feet from all combustible objects Situate...

Page 9: ...If the unloader malfunctions the high pressure safety device will open and relieve excess system pressure High Temperature Limit This unit is equipped with a high temperature limit that measures disc...

Page 10: ...ivery Inspection Find and separate the components identified in Figure 2 Overview of Pressure Washer Components and Figure 3 Hardware Bag Inspect the power washer immediately after you receive deliver...

Page 11: ...sembly and Initial Set Up 11 Figure 3 Hardware Bag contents Qty 2 Engine Keys Qty 2 3 5 Nozzle 5 Packs Part 38532 7 0 Nozzle 5 Pack Part 779544 Qty 16 Grommets Part 777111 Qty 2 Pin Catches Part 77849...

Page 12: ...ater Pump Verify pump oil level Note The pump is shipped with oil 1 Verify that oil level is half way up the sight glass or at the indicator line on the dip stick 2 If oil level is low fill using Univ...

Page 13: ...battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below General Batte...

Page 14: ...r inflate tires Serious injury can occur if tire explodes Damaged or missing components or replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the trai...

Page 15: ...way switch You must route this cable so that it will pull the pin out of the breakaway switch if the trailer begins to separate from the tow vehicle which in turn will activate the trailer brakes Figu...

Page 16: ...in Slow down and exercise extra caution on rough or sloped terrain in order to reduce risk of rollover Pick the most level route possible when transporting across fields Drive up and down slopes that...

Page 17: ...uctions WARNING Burn hazard Never open oil port while engine is running Hot oil can spray over face and body Notes o Low oil shutdown feature prevents the engine from starting without sufficient oil o...

Page 18: ...ective gasoline shut off valve Perform other scheduled maintenance as needed Make sure that any other regular maintenance has been performed as prescribed in this manual in the Maintenance Repair sect...

Page 19: ...at a safe distance from fuel sources Keep nozzle in contact with container while filling Do not use a nozzle lock open device 5 Clean up fuel spills splashes immediately If possible move the pressure...

Page 20: ...from both the engine and the burner contain carbon monoxide CO a poisonous gas you cannot see smell or taste The CO generated by the power washer can rapidly accumulate even in areas that appear to be...

Page 21: ...ure washer to allow for airflow at least 7 feet from any non combustible wall or obstruction Never place any objects against or on top of the pressure washer Do not operate with a tarp blanket or cove...

Page 22: ...se as directed 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...

Page 23: ...ide over the ball bearings Figure 7a 3 Release the collar making sure it springs back and re seats to its original non retracted position Figure 7b Check the connection by pulling on the hose to ensur...

Page 24: ...0 Highest Impact Yellow 15 Tough Stains Stripping Green 25 General White 40 Light Cleaning Black Low pressure 65 Chemicals NOTE You must use the low pressure black nozzle for spraying chemicals For d...

Page 25: ...cleaning chemical for the application can speed up cleaning jobs tremendously Your pressure washer is equipped with a quick connect chemical injector which siphons cleaning chemicals into a low pressu...

Page 26: ...NorthStar pressure washer chemicals or chemicals specifically formulated for use with pressure washers CAUTION Non approved chemicals can damage pressure washer components seals wand hoses pump etc a...

Page 27: ...ressure washer in any way or deactivate any safety device Do not change or add to fuel tank fuel lines or exhaust system Modifications can result in hazards related to carbon monoxide poisoning fuel l...

Page 28: ...nd skin injection injury from high pressure spray Burns from hot water or steam Eye injury from flying debris 1 Wear waterproof thermally insulated gloves safety glasses with side and top protection f...

Page 29: ...of one gun and plain water out of the other gun at the same time the chemical mixed water flows to both hoses 3 You can apply chemicals with either warm or cold water Check chemical label If warm wate...

Page 30: ...or spraying Note If burner exhaust is white adjust burner for peak performance See the Oil Burner Adjustment Instructions step in the Set Up section of this manual 5 When the trigger is released a pre...

Page 31: ...ardous flying objects that can cause personal injury or property damage Do not spray brittle surfaces or breakable fragile or unsecured objects such as o stucco or laminar flagstone o some painted sur...

Page 32: ...ous injury from escaping high pressure fluids and or pump damage Any alteration other than turning the adjustment knob will void your warranty 9 If temporarily interrupting spraying rotate trigger saf...

Page 33: ...heat switch OFF and run cold water through the coil for at least 3 minutes while spraying 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Turn water supply OFF 4 Actuate spray gun trigger to relieve system pressure 5 Remove gar...

Page 34: ...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 those conditions Perform re...

Page 35: ...storage if you will not be using the pressure washer again for more than 30 days Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system which...

Page 36: ...and store it indoors 2 Make sure the engine start switch is OFF and fuel valve is OFF 3 Disconnect the engine spark plug wire if you haven t already done so 4 Disconnect the high pressure hose garden...

Page 37: ...djust 2 Begin operation of the pressure washer and switch on the burner as instructed in the Operation section of the manual Have someone operate the spray gun so the burner fires 3 Locate the air int...

Page 38: ...to fine tune the amount of intake air b Observe that the aluminum pointer attached to the shutter It points to the same set of calibration numbers as the air band arrow Observe which number it points...

Page 39: ...el filter water separator Drain water as needed Change filter after every 500 hours of use Descale coil Annually or more frequently as use and performance require see instructions Inspect clean adjust...

Page 40: ...airs have been completed WARNING Fuel leak hazard Gasoline and burner fuel are highly explosive and fuel leaks can result in fire or explosions You can be burned and seriously injured if the fuel syst...

Page 41: ...lter screen 3 Run water through screen to clean 4 Reassemble Check tires trailer Check tires and trailer before each use 1 Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair See tire sidewall for r...

Page 42: ...eck replacement 3 Spark plug cleaning and replacement 4 Fuel filter check replacement 5 Inspecting and cleaning muffler and spark arrestor if equipped Change pump oil Change the pump oil after the fir...

Page 43: ...ng coil Descale the coil tubing at least annually and more frequently if you detect a decrease in output pressure or temperature To descale the coil 1 Mix a commercial coil cleaner in a 5 gallon bucke...

Page 44: ...movement is important because the burner will not fire if the shuttle does not move The shuttle movement actuates a switch inside the flow switch housing which allows the burner to fire during spray...

Page 45: ...tle is magnetic 7 Thread the removable outlet fitting with the swivel still attached into the flow switch assembly 8 Thread the brass flow switch body onto the incoming water flow source hose or tee d...

Page 46: ...ps of the electrodes 3 Reset the spacing as shown below in Figure 22 Drive belt maintenance Check drive belt tension after first 24 hours of running and then routinely with each oil change Tighten or...

Page 47: ...5 9 6 3 lb 5 2 5 5 lb Sonic Tension Meter 387 to 414 N 332 to 359N Note Some general rules of belt tension are The ideal tension is the lowest tension without belt slippage Over tightening decreases b...

Page 48: ...s will reduce braking performance 7 Reassemble brake assembly Make sure all parts are installed on the same brake assembly that they were removed from NOTE TO COMMERCIAL USERS All mechanical equipment...

Page 49: ...le Clean or replace nozzle Clogged water filter Clean water filter Improper nozzle combinations Use proper nozzle configurations as stated in manual Low water flow Check for kinked suction line Smoke...

Page 50: ...Parts Explosion M157597 Rev AG Skid 50...

Page 51: ...73 2215 Bumper 8 22 777417 SH x 1 1 8 bushing engine 1 74 777914 Quick connect female 1 24 777646 Red LED 12VDC 3 75 779545 Belt BX44 3 25 777647 Battery box 1 76 31985 Grommet 3 26 777667 Battery cab...

Page 52: ...Parts Explosion M157597 Rev AG Trailer 52...

Page 53: ...railer Light Kit 1 20 780200 15 Wheel 4 21 779541 Axle 3500 LB w Brakes 2 22 5370 Bulkhead Fitting 2 23 5267 3 4 M NPT x 3 4 Barb Nylon 2 24 50NBR12 Rt Angle 3 4 Hose Barb 2 25 250142 3 4 x 80 Mesh Y...

Page 54: ...Pump Explosion 54...

Page 55: ...Pump Explosion 55...

Page 56: ...Wiring Diagram 56...

Page 57: ...le 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...

Page 58: ...stor if pressure washer will be used near any ignitable forest brush or grassy land See the Specifications section of this manual to determine if your pressure washer is already equipped In such condi...

Page 59: ...Know how to stop Be thoroughly familiar with proper use of the equipment and all controls and connections Know how to stop the pressure washer and relieve system pressure quickly if needed Danger High...

Page 60: ...dual gun use stay aware of the other operator s location at all times and keep spray directed away from them Prevent surface damage flying debris Surfaces being sprayed must be strong enough to withst...

Page 61: ...a doctor You may have carbon monoxide poisoning Seek medical aid for suspected injection injury If injured by high pressure fluid no matter how small the wound is see a doctor at once A typical injec...

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Page 63: ...epair of items outside of a NorthStar approved facility is the responsibility of the buyer and not covered under warranty Transportation costs to and from service center is the responsibility of the c...

Page 64: ...64 Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co Inc Burnsville MN 55306 NorthernTool com...

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