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M157310C

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER

Cleans dirty surfaces with high
pressure hot water.

To the Owner:

Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar hot water pressure washer.  Your machine is designed for long life,
dependability and the top performance you demand!  Take time now  to read through this manual so you better
understand the machine’s operation, maintenance and safety precautions.  Everyone w ho  operates  this machine
must read and understand this manual.  The time you take now w ill  prolong your machine’s life and prepare you
for its safe operation.  Enj oy the exceptional performance of your NorthStar hot water pressure washer, the
industry leader! The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or  changes  in
specifications at any time w ithout incurring any obligation to install them on units prev iously sold.

Quick Facts

Engine Oil

Engine is shipped without oil.  Fill before starting.
Use SAE 10W-30 motor oil.

Pump Oil

Pump is shipped with oil.  Remove shipping tape and check pump oil level before
starting.  Use SAE 30 Non-detergent pump oil (item # 4043) or Cat Pump Oil (item
#22158) for oil changes.

Water

Make sure your water flow is 20% higher than the pressure washer’s flow rate.
Make sure your water is clean and particle free.

Storage

Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, coil, or spray gun.

Spraying
Chemicals

Use any NorthStar brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals.
Adjust soap adjustment knob to regulate cleaning power.

Maintenance
Schedule

Engine:

Oil: change after first 20 hours, then annually or every 100 hours.
Spark Plug: clean every 100 hours, replace annually or every 300 hours.
Air Filter: clean every 100 hours, replace annually or every 300 hours.

Pump:

Oil: change after first 40 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.

Read and understand all manuals before operating.

Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders

In the United States

In the United Kingdom

Northstar Customer Service

Call  02392639752

Call 1-800-270-0810

Northern Tool and Equipment Co. (UK) Ltd.

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Unit 2, Keel Close,

Saturday 7:30 AM-11:30 AM Central Time

Portsmouth, Hants PO3 5QD, England

  

ITEM NUMBER:    157310

                  

SERIAL NUMBER:

                            

Engine Mo del:                                                               
Pump Mo del:                                                                 
Flow:                                   

Pressure:                              

Hose Length:                      

Lance Lengt h:                      

Nozzle Size:                       

Summary of Contents for M157310C

Page 1: ...pump oil level before starting Use SAE 30 Non detergent pump oil item 4043 or Cat Pump Oil item 22158 for oil changes Water Make sure your water flow is 20 higher than the pressure washer s flow rate Make sure your water is clean and particle free Storage Do not allow water to freeze in the pump hose coil or spray gun Spraying Chemicals Use any NorthStar brand or equivalent pressure washer chemica...

Page 2: ... machine on soft or unstable ground 8 Follow the maintenance instructions specified in all manuals Do not run machine without sufficient lubrication or sufficient water to cool the pump 9 Wear safety glasses gloves face protection and appropriate clothing when operating the machine 10 Do not operate this machine with broken or missing parts Never alter the manufacturer s original design or deactiv...

Page 3: ... 75 psi Engine Horsepower 13 hp BTU Output 353 700 BTU Temperature Rise 140 F Maximum Temperature 210 F Approved Fuels 1 or 2 Diesel Kerosene Fuel Oil Fuel Capacity 8 5 Gal Gasoline Capacity 8 5 Gal Discharge Hose 3 8 X 50 Dimensions Length 64 Width 33 Height 44 Weight shipping 655 lbs Weight dry 557 lbs Weight fueled 710 lbs ...

Page 4: ...hine Component Identification Ref Description Ref Description 1 Exhaust Vent 7 Fuel Cap 2 Pump 8 Fuel Tank 3 Battery Box 9 Control Panel 4 Fuel Filter Water Separator 10 Engine 5 Gas Cap 11 Burner 6 Gas Tank ...

Page 5: ...5 Installation Instructions I Unpack Your pressure washer is shipped on one pallet Separate and identify the components and use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly ...

Page 6: ...6 Hardware Bag 6X Nozzle 4X Wheel Retainer 6X Grommet 4Ft Braided Hose 1X Strainer Owner s Manual Honda Manual 4X 5 16 X 3 4 Flange Bolt 4X 5 16 Flange Nut 1X Chemical Injector ...

Page 7: ...for the battery and will accept a standard lawn tractor size battery Group U1 7 The engine requires a 12 volt battery with a minimum rating of 18 Ah Amp hour When installing a battery always connect the red colored positive or cable first When disconnecting a battery always remove the black colored negative or cable first LIFT BACK OF UNIT BY HANDLES TO INSTALL REAR WHEELS THEN LIFT FRONT OF UNIT ...

Page 8: ... solvents etc may be present VIII Oil Burner Burner Air Adjustment The oil burner is preset and performance tested at the factory elevation 1100 feet Different altitudes may require a one time initial burner correction 1 Turn the engine and heat switches ON Refer to Operation for details Have someone operate the spray gun so the burner fires 2 Loosen the locking screw and close the air band until ...

Page 9: ...llon bucket with your garden hose Example If the rated flow is 4gpm Then required flow 4 x 1 20 4 8gpm 5gallons 4 8gpm 1 04 minutes 1 04min x 60sec min 62 seconds Therefore you must be able to fill a 5 gallon bucket in 62 seconds or faster C The water supply garden hose must have an inside diameter of at least 5 8 If the hose is more than 100 ft long the diameter must be at least 3 4 D Never use a...

Page 10: ...ler VIII Applying Chemicals WARNING Only use NorthStar pressure washer chemicals or chemicals specifically formulated for pressure washers Follow the chemical manufacturer s recommendations Understand all safety precautions and first aid for all chemicals NOTE Your pressure washer is equipped with a low pressure chemical injector The proper chemical used for the proper application can speed up cle...

Page 11: ...es The pressure may damage the surface if the nozzle is too close IMPORTANT Your spray gun is equipped with a built in trigger safety latch to guard against accidental trigger actuation and potentially dangerous high pressure spray Rotate the safety latch to the locked position when not spraying A Hold the lance with two hands have a sturdy stance B Point lance at dirty surface and squeeze trigger...

Page 12: ...mend the following 1 Have someone on staff who is trained in the operation of the pressure washer and is capable of making minor repairs and performing all preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in the provided manuals 2 Keep a stock of recommended service parts for maintenance and minor repairs Recommended Service Parts List Following is a list of the service parts we recommend stocking ...

Page 13: ...ot use a finger or skin to check for leaks Escaping fluid under pressure has sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious injury Do not operate the pressure washer if the hose is cracked worn or leaking A Check all hoses for leaks B Check all hoses for worn areas Changing The Pump Oil Change oil after first 40 hours then every 3 months or 500 hours 1 Remove oil drain plug 2 Drain pump oi...

Page 14: ...ning solution w here it is not harmful to animals or the environment 8 Flush w ith fresh water and clean the inlet strainer w hen finished Coil Desooting Poor grades of fuel oil or inadequate combustion air will cause heavy soot build up on the outside surface of the heating coil These deposits w ill insulate the coil This w ill restrict the air flow through the coil further aggravating the soot b...

Page 15: ... to disconnect the fuel lines or the electric cords 2 Pull the burner out from underneath the heat exchanger Tip the burner aw ay from the machine so the electrodes are visible 3 Clean off carbon deposits which may have accumulated on the tips of the electrodes 4 Reset the spacing as show n below 5 Reinstall burner using the four nuts and tighten accordingly 1 16 1 8 7 16 Electrodes ...

Page 16: ...re you store the pressure washer make sure you do the following 1 If adding stabilizer run pressure washer with high pressure hose for five minutes 2 Disconnect the battery and store it indoors 3 Disconnect high pressure and garden hose Winter Storage Items needed 12 piece of garden hose or equivalent funnel and RV antifreeze approximately 6 oz 1 Follow the storage instructions listed above 2 Disc...

Page 17: ...nternally Replace spray gun Smoke From Heat Exchanger Causes Solutions Air band not adjusted properly Adjust the air band until the burner burns cleanly See Installation Instructions Poor quality f uel Use kerosenef or the cleanest burn Water Not Heating Sufficiently Causes Solutions Scale build up in coil See Coil Descaling under Maintenance Instructions Coil is f ull of soot See Coil Desooting u...

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Page 19: ...8 66DX40GG1 Cat Pump 1 42 35918 Thermal Protector 1 43 35169 Inlet Filter 1 44 2264 777119 Hose Hose Clamp 15 2 ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY 45 777410 3 8 Street Elbow 1 46 37537 Flow Switch 8 0 GPM 8000 PSI 1 47 777800 Unloader 1 48 2294 NPT x Hose Barb 1 49 30825 1 0 Iso Mount CR50 4 50 778219 ISO Mount Plate 1 51 778228 ISO Support Bar 1 52 777232 Rear Brake 1 53 30747 Handle Brake Grip 4 54 77829...

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