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Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

 

 

PRESSURE WASHER

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leans dirty surfaces with high pressure water.

 

 

To the Owner: 

Thank  you  for  purchasing  a  NorthStar  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 who operates this machine must read and 
understand  this  manual.    The  time  you 

take  now  will  prolong  your  machine’s  life  and  prepare  you  for  its  safe 

operation.  Enjoy the exceptional performance of your NorthStar pressure washer, the industry leader! 
The  manufacturer  reserves  the  right  to  make  improvements  in  design  and/or  changes  in  specifications  at  any 
time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously 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 the red shipping plug and install vented dipstick. 
Use SAE 30 Non-Detergent oil (item# 4043) 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, or spray gun. 
Add fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank before long term storage.  

Spraying 
Chemicals 

Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals.   
Use black nozzle.   

Maintenance 
Schedule 

Engine: 

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

 

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 

Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810 

    

 

  

ITEM NUMBER:    157204

 

  

 

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Страница 1: ...e Oil Engine is shipped without oil Fill before starting Use SAE 10W 30 motor oil Pump Oil Pump is shipped with oil Remove the red shipping plug and install vented dipstick Use SAE 30 Non Detergent oil item 4043 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 th...

Страница 2: ... good footing and balance at all times Wear footwear capable of maintaining a good grip on wet surfaces Do not place the 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 machi...

Страница 3: ... Ref Description 1 Pump Oil Fill 6 Engine Controls see engine manual 2 Pump Oil Drain 7 Engine Start Stop Switch 3 Pump Inlet Garden Hose 8 Engine Oil Fill 4 Pump Outlet Pressure Hose 9 Engine Oil Drain 5 Pressure Adjustment unloader 10 Hose Gun Holder ...

Страница 4: ...tructions I Unpack Your pressure washer is shipped in one box Separate and identify the components found in the box Use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly HANDLE GUN LANCE AND WAND HOLDER BOX fig00951 ...

Страница 5: ...5 Hardware Bag ...

Страница 6: ...l hole C Make sure the oil level is between the marks on the dipstick IV Engine Preparation A Fill engine with oil see chart below B Fill fuel tank with unleaded gasoline 86 octane min Quantities Of Fluid Engine Pump Type of Fluid QTY Honda GX390 Engine SAE 10W30 37 12oz 1 1L AR RK1528HN SAE 30 15 0oz 44L SAE Non Detergent Item 4043 ...

Страница 7: ... you must be able to fill a 5 gallon bucket in 83 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 reservoir tank as a water source This pressure washer is designed for a pressurized water source such as a city water faucet Sucking water out of a tank may cause pump cav...

Страница 8: ...ozzle to spray chemicals onto the cleaning surface C The amount of chemical applied can be changed by turning the chemical adjustment knob located on the chemical injector D Squeeze the spray gun trigger The chemical injector will draw the chemical into the water stream E Apply chemicals evenly to the cleaning surface Allow the chemicals to react with the dirt then clean at high pressure with gree...

Страница 9: ...ximum rated pressure when it leaves the factory You can reduce the water pressure by rotating the black unloader knob or by reducing the engine speed XI Shut Down Instructions WARNING Do not leave an operating machine unattended Always shut the machine OFF and relieve the pressure before leaving the machine Never disconnect the high pressure hose from the pump or spray gun while the system is pres...

Страница 10: ... Loose Bolts Cleaning The Inlet Filter WARNING Check whether dangerous chemicals have been used and take precautions when handling filters A Unscrew inlet filter cap B Remove Inlet filter mesh C Run water though to clean mesh Checking the Tire Air Pressure A Remove air fill cap B Check tire side wall for correct pressure C Replace air fill cap Checking the Hoses WARNING Do not use a finger or skin...

Страница 11: ... early failure Tightening belts 1 Loosen pump mount bolts 4 places 2 Tighten tension bolt 3 Re tighten pump mount bolts 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 oil 3 Replace oil drain plug 4 Fill pump with pump oil 5 Fill with oil until level is between marks on dipstick Quantities Of Fluid Pump Type of Fluid Qty o...

Страница 12: ...sher with high pressure hose for five minutes 3 Shut down pressure washer by turning engine start switch OFF 4 Disconnect high pressure and garden hose 5 Remove spark plug turn engine start switch OFF and turn fuel valve OFF 6 Pour one teaspoon of engine oil into spark plug hole Cover the spark plug hole with a rag and turn engine over several times to lubricate cylinder 7 Replace spark plug Winte...

Страница 13: ...ked or pinched hose Plugged inlet screen Pull out and clean screen carefully Need to use high pressure nozzle Change to the green nozzle Plugged nozzle Remove nozzle check for blockage Worn nozzle Replace nozzle Leak in high pressure line Fix leaks NO CHEMICAL INJECTION Causes Solutions Adjustment knob turned OFF Rotate adjustment knob counter clockwise Need to use different nozzle Change to the b...

Страница 14: ...35 15431 Rubber Foot 2 11 780382 AR RK1528HN Pump 1 36 777904 Nozzle QC Coupler 1 12 2296 3 8 Steel Hex Nipple 1 37 36763 Belt Guard Bottom 1 13 782572 Unloader Valve 1 38 36761 Belt Guard 1 14 35169 Inlet Filter 1 40 779167 28 Lance Extension 1 15 780349 Pump Riser 1 41 22622 Lance Grip 1 16 777915 QC 3 8 Male Nipple 1 42 780455 3 8 Male QC Coupler 1 17 777119 Hose Clamp 2 43 779168 Spray Gun 1 1...

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Страница 17: ...h as engines are guaranteed by their manufacturer and can be serviced at factory authorized locations near you Any costs incurred due to replacement or repair of items outside of a NorthStar approved facility is the responsibility of the buyer and not covered under warranty NorthStar can supply you with the service center location in your area This warranty specifically excludes the following fail...

Страница 18: ...18 Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co 2800 SouthCross Drive West P O Box 1499 Burnsville MN 55337 0499 ...

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