NorthStar 459232, Owner'S Manual

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Operation
Follow Operation Safety Rules
Before starting the compressor, review the safety rules
found below and throughout the manual.
WARNING
Failure to follow safety rules may result in serious injury
or death to the operator or bystanders.
Instruct Operators . Owner must instruct all operators in
safe set-up and operation. Do not allow anyone to
operate the compressor who has not read the
Owner’s Manual.
Safety Guarding . Only operate with safety covers,
guards and barriers secured and in good working
order.
Moving Parts . Keep hands, feet, hair and apparel away
from moving parts. Never remove any guards while
the unit is operating. Do not reach into an air vent or
cavity, as they may cover dangerous moving parts.
Ear Protection. Hearing can be damaged from
prolonged, close-range exposure to the noise level
produced by this compressor. Ear plugs or other
hearing protection is recommended for persons
working who are exposed within 15-20 feet of the
running compressor for an extended period of time.
Eye Protection. Wear ANSI/OSHA required “Z87.1”
safety glasses when operating or servicing the
compressor. Pressurized air spray from this unit can
cause severe injury to the eyes. Also, small objects
will become airborne as the air spray contacts them.
Respirator. Wear a respirator when using the
compressed air for spraying. Spray in a well-
ventilated area to prevent health and fire hazards.
Prepare for Operation
Make sure that any regular maintenance has been
performed as prescribed in “Maintenance & Repair”
section.

Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for engine
maintenance instructions.

Drain receiver tank of any moisture.

Inspect for oil leaks.

Check for any unusual noise/vibration.

Ensure the area around compressor is free from
rags, tools, debris and flammable or explosive
materials.

Ensure belt guards and covers are securely in
place.
WARNING: Entanglement hazard
Do NOT operate with protective covers or guards
removed. Beneath these covers are high speed moving
components, which can entangle the operator or
bystanders. Entanglement in this equipment may result
in serious injury, amputation or death.
Check/Add Oil to the Pump
Check the oil level in the pump. Use sight glass for
pump oil level. Add oil as needed.
Engine: See engine Owner’s Manual for capacity and
recommended oil type for your expected ambient
conditions.
WARNING: Burn hazard
Never open oil port while compressor is running. Hot oil
can spray over face and body.
CAUTION: Inadequate lubrication hazard
Never operate compressor with inadequate lubricant.
This will cause overheating and severe damage to the
engine and pump.
Figure 13
459232 Model Pump: The compressor pump capacity is
27 oz. Use SAE 30 non-detergent pump oil (part
#35605) prior to break-in. You may use synthetic
lubricants after 50 hour break-in. See “
Lubricants and
Compatibility ” for a list of suitable and alternative
lubricants.
Oil Cap
Sight
Glass
Magnetic Drain
Plug
Breather Cap