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 M15781520C.1 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

Owner’s Manual 

Pressure Washer: 

Machine that cleans dirty surfaces  

with high pressure water.  

 Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Maintenance, & Storage 

 

This pressure washer produces cold water high pressure spray.  Cleaning chemicals may be incorporated into the 
spray if desired.  The pressure pump for this equipment is powered by a gasoline internal combustion engine.  
 

 

WARNING: SPECIAL HAZARDS 

 

CO Poisoning:

 Exhaust from engine contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can cause carbon monoxide 

poisoning and possible death if inhaled. ONLY run pressure washer OUTDOORS and at least 20 feet from the home, away 

from windows, vents and air intakes, to allow proper ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the 
pressure washer, shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. 

 

Injection Injury

: High-pressure spray can pierce skin and underlying tissues, leading to serious injury and possible 

amputation. Such an injection injury can result in blood poisoning and/or severe tissue damage. 

 

Flying Debris

: High-pressure spray can cause flying debris and possible surface damage. 

 

Electric shock

: Operating equipment in wet conditions or near water can cause electric shock. 

 

Chemical Exposure: 

Cleaning chemical vapors or contact with skin may be hazardous.

 

 

Fire/Explosion: 

Engine sparking can ignite fuel or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity. Hot exhaust from engine 

can ignite combustible materials.  

 

Burns

: Pressure Washer pump and engine are hot surfaces that can cause burn injuries. 

Detailed safety

 

information about these hazards appears throughout this manual. 

Equipment Protection Quick Facts 

Inspect Upon Delivery:

 FIRST! Inspect for missing or damaged components. See 

“Initial Set-Up”

 section for where 

to report missing or damaged parts. 

 

Add Engine Oil:

 Engine is shipped 

without oil

. See engine manual for instructions on capacity and viscosity 

recommendations. 

 

Replace Temporary Pump Oil Plug: 

Pump is shipped 

with

 oil. Remove shipping tape and black vent plug (if 

present) from oil fill cap. 

 

Water Flow Requirements:

 Make sure your supply water flow rate is 20% higher than the pressure washer's flow 

rate (see "Operations", section for detail), and that your water is clean and particle free. 
 

Chemical Spraying: 

Use only approved pressure washer chemicals designed for high-pressure use.  

 

Storage: 

Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, or spray gun(s). See “Storage” for more information.  

Maintenance Schedule: 

Engine and pump require periodic inspection and servicing to keep pressure washer 

functioning efficiently. See “

Maintenance Schedule Summary

” for frequency of servicing.

  

 

Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders 

Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810

 

ITEM NUMBER:  15781520, 15782020  
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________ 

Содержание 15781520

Страница 1: ...zardous Fire Explosion Engine sparking can ignite fuel or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity Hot exhaust from engine can ignite combustible materials Burns Pressure Washer pump and engine are hot surfaces that can cause burn injuries Detailed safety information about these hazards appears throughout this manual Equipment Protection Quick Facts Inspect Upon Delivery FIRST Inspect for...

Страница 2: ...r Operation 15 Check Add Oil to Pump 15 Check Add Engine Oil 15 Inspect Fuel System Check for Leaks 16 Connect Hoses Water Supply and Spray Nozzle 17 Prime the Water Supply 18 Set Up for Chemical Spray if desired 19 Start Up Procedures 20 Start the Engine to Power the Pump 20 Apply Cleaning Chemical If Desired 20 Begin High Pressure Spray 20 Shutdown 21 STORAGE 22 Between Use Storage 22 Prepare Pr...

Страница 3: ...ump Oil 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 PARTS EXPLOSION MODEL 15781520 15782020 REV C 1 28 PARTS LIST MODEL 15781520 15782020 REV C 1 29 PUMP ASSEMBLIES 30 PUMP ASSEMBLIES PARTS LIST 31 PUMP EXPLODED VIEW COMET AWD MODEL 15781520 32 PUMP EXPLODED VIEW CAT 66DX MODEL 15782020 34 LIMITED WARRANTY 35 ...

Страница 4: ... safety apparel includes waterproof insulated gloves and non slip protective footwear Cleaning chemicals may require the use of respiration mask refer to chemical label for further instruction Adult control only Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer Do not let children operate Under The Influence Never operate or let anyone else operate the pressure washer while fatigue...

Страница 5: ...h 34 Length 34 Width 21 Width 21 Height 38 Height 38 Pump Model Comet AWD Pump Model CAT 66DX Pump Oil Capacity 10 oz 29L Pump Oil Capacity 18 oz 53L SUPPLIES REQUIRED not included SUPPLIES REQUIRED not included Engine Oil Refer to Engine Owner s Manual Engine Oil Refer to Engine Owner s Manual Pump Oil Shipped with Oil but refills required Universal Tractor Transmission Oil part COCP2101 or Mobil...

Страница 6: ...lacement 6 Engine Honda engine provides years of reliable use Air cooled engine that powers the pump 7 Hose Hook Store hose on hook Position depends on model see Assembly Instructions section 8 Nozzles Change nozzles for different spray patterns 9 Nozzle Holder Removable device that will clip on your belt and stores nozzles 10 Spray Gun Always use two hands for safe operation 11 Trigger Actuate to...

Страница 7: ...uation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING orange indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION yellow used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION yellow without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not re...

Страница 8: ...ood condition If a safety label is missing or not legible order new labels from NorthStar Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 On Product Warning Labels Location Part numbers Description 1 788937 Poisonous Gas Decal 3 788935 Fuel Fire Explosion Hazard 4 789002 Warning Decal 5 789206 Operation Instruction ...

Страница 9: ...9 Safety Decals To order replacement safety labels call NorthStar Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 ...

Страница 10: ... section of this manual for a diagram of the pressure washer and its components For missing or damaged components contact Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 If complete fill out product serial number information See Limited Warranty section of this manual Pressure Hose Hardware Bag Spray Gun Handle Engine Pump Base Assembly Lance ...

Страница 11: ...1 PART 788696 NOZZLES QTY 5 Model 15781520 PART 25450 Model 15782020 PART 38532 CARRIAGE BOLT QTY 2 PART 82233 T HANDLE KNOBS QTY 2 PART 38578 HOSE HOOK QTY 1 PART 788596 VENTED FILL CAP QTY 1 MODEL 15781520 NYLOCK NUT QTY 2 PART 777495 ...

Страница 12: ...low the instructions below for safely moving the pressure washer Outdoor Use Only Select a suitable outdoor location 1 Never run the pressure washer in an enclosed or partially enclosed location such as a building garage barn shed or house These spaces can trap poisonous gases Running a fan or opening windows will not provide adequate ventilation to prevent dangerous CO build up 2 Only use the pre...

Страница 13: ...essure washer and possible fire Exhaust WARNING Exhaust Modification hazard Never attempt to attach ductwork to the muffler system to allow for installation inside an enclosure This could cause heat build up and increased exhaust back pressure resulting in possible exhaust leakage or damage to the pressure washer 1 The exhaust gas from your pressure washer is extremely hot and can cause combustibl...

Страница 14: ...t up and operation Do not allow anyone to operate the pressure washer who has not read the Owner s Manual and been instructed on its safe use Adult control only Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer Do not let children operate Pressure washers can generate forces greater than children can control and require judgment beyond what can be expected of children Under the inf...

Страница 15: ...tive clothing when operating the machine If spraying pressure washer specific chemicals wear a respirator mask to avoid inhalation of vapors if directed on the chemical label 2 Wear non slip protective footwear Use of pressure washer can create puddles and slippery surfaces Wear footwear capable of maintaining a good grip on wet surfaces Preparing for Operation Make sure that any regular maintenan...

Страница 16: ... 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine Fuel soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly If fuel is spilled on your skin or clothes change clothes and wash skin immediately Fill Engine Fuel Tank Check the gasoline tank level If needed fill tank with fresh unleaded gasoline from a portable container 1 Remove engine gas cap 2 Add gasoline through the fill open...

Страница 17: ...he water supply is steady and is 20 over the rated flow of your pump Use a stopwatch to time how long it takes to fill a 5 gallon bucket with your garden hose The bucket must fill faster than the times listed in the table below Model Time to fill 5 gallon bucket 15781520 72 seconds 15782020 72 seconds 3 The water supply garden hose must have an inside diameter of at least 5 8 If the hose is more t...

Страница 18: ... 3 Release the collar making sure it springs back and re seats to its original non retracted position Check the connection by pulling on the nozzle to ensure a tight connection if correctly inserted nozzle will rotate but not pull out Prime the Water Supply Turn on water supply and squeeze the trigger CAUTION Water Pressure Never run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on Operat...

Страница 19: ...r s label instructions for proper use and handling of the chemical Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used Always wear protective gloves when handling and cleaning with chemicals and wear other protective gear as directed by chemical manufacturer Always dispose of hazardous fluids per local state and national guidelines Acquire Cleaning Chemical Use only approved p...

Страница 20: ...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 can cause serious skin eye or falling injuries 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 infectio...

Страница 21: ...gainst accidental trigger release Spray Gun Safety Lock When not spraying use the spray gun safety lock to prevent accidental high pressure discharge 10 Always turn off the engine and activate spray gun trigger to relieve system pressure when the sprayer is unattended disconnecting hoses installing cleaning nozzles or servicing the pump WARNING Injury Always turn off the engine and relieve system ...

Страница 22: ...he pressure washer to prevent water from freezing in the system WARNING Freezing Conditions Do not allow water to freeze in the pressure washer high pressure hose or spray gun Freezing water can cause damage to the equipment and cause the spray gun to fail in the open position A spray gun that has failed in the open position can whip around and cause personal injury when the pressure washer is sta...

Страница 23: ...g hole c Place rag over spark plug hole and slowly pull the recoil a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber Replace spark plug but do not reconnect the spark plug wire Prepare Pressure Washer for Storage Prepare the pressure washer for storage 1 Make sure the engine start switch is OFF 2 Disconnect the engine spark plug wire if you haven t already done so 3 Disconnect the high pressure hose...

Страница 24: ...ssure washer Turn off relieve pressure first Always turn off pressure washer and relieve system pressure before inspection or maintenance Remove spark plug or spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting Fuel valve off Turn fuel shut off valve to OFF position before transporting or servicing the pressure washer Replace guards Make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced after servicing th...

Страница 25: ...ilter and take any precautions that may be recommended by the manufacturer of these chemicals Always dispose of hazardous fluids per local state and national guidelines 1 Unscrew garden hose from water inlet if connected 2 Unscrew inlet filter 3 Remove filter screen 4 Run water through filter screen to clean 5 Reassemble Inspect Fuel System Inspect the engine fuel system and check for leaks before...

Страница 26: ...throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or pour it down a drain NOTE TO COMMERCIAL USERS All mechanical equipment no matter how well designed will need maintenance and repairs A NorthStar pressure washer is no exception At times a NorthStar pressure washer may become inoperable because repairs are required NorthStar Product Support will assist in these repairs as needed but if an inoperable pr...

Страница 27: ... Place ON OFF switch in the ON position Spark plug wire not attached Attach spark plug wire to spark plug LOW SURGING PRESSURE Causes Solutions Insufficient water supply Increase water flow Check for kinked or pinched hose Plugged inlet screen Pull out and clean screen carefully Need to use high pressure nozzle Change to the green yellow white or red nozzle Plugged nozzle Remove nozzle check for b...

Страница 28: ...28 Parts Explosion Model 15781520 15782020 Rev C 1 ...

Страница 29: ...50 Nozzle 5 Pack 4 0 15781520 12 788457 Handle Weldment 1 All 13 788797 Decal Billboard 1 15781520 15782020 14 788596 Hose hook 1 ALL 15 601091 Honda GX 390 Engine 1 ALL 16 788764 Engine Isolation Base 1 ALL 17 30825 Rubber Mount 4 ALL 18 789206 Decal 1 ALL 19 788447 Frame 1 ALL 20 A1578151 Comet AWD Pump 1 15781520 A1578201 Cat 66DX Pump 15782020 21 221222 Chemical Strainer 1 ALL 22 777165 Braide...

Страница 30: ...30 Pump Assemblies ...

Страница 31: ... x Hose Barb Fitting 1 15781520 15782020 32 777834 Hose Clamp 2 15781520 15782020 33 777165 PVC Hose sold by foot 1 ft 15781520 15782020 34 38584 Easy Start Valve 1 15782020 CO0608003200 Easy Start Valve 15781520 35 777410 3 8 Street elbow 1 15782020 36 777347 3 8 Street Tee 1 15782020 37 777836 Thermal Valve 1 15782020 38 777376 Pop Off Valve 1 15782020 39 30483 Inlet Fitting 1 15781520 ...

Страница 32: ...e Cage 6 69 CO2409015400 Check Valve Kit 1 9 CO1210015100 O Ring 6 70 Not Available Viton O Ring 1 10 CO3202031100 Cap O Ring 6 71 Not Available Valve Seat 1 11 CO3609008800 Screw 3 73 CO3002065400 Unloader Ball 1 12 CO1004001200 Crankcase Flange 1 74 Not Available Ring 1 13 CO0402036000 Transparent Cover 1 75 CO0009020500 Ring 1 CO0402032900 Aluminum Cover 1 76 CO1210040500 O Ring 1 14 CO12100386...

Страница 33: ...gent Ball 1 36 CO1210044100 O Ring 1 92 Not Available Detergent Coupling 1 37 CO3200000700 Cap 1 93 CO2803043500 Detergent Coupling Kit 1 38 CO1210056100 O Ring 1 102 CO2803338000 Outlet Quick Coupler 1 39 Not Available Crankcase Cover 1 103 CO8102045000 Water Filter 1 40 CO3609003200 Screw 4 104 CO1223010800 Wing Nut 1 41 CO3609003200 Screw 4 105 CO2800051100 Special Coupling 1 44 CO3607011900 He...

Страница 34: ...O Ring for Plug 6 37 CA92241 Gauge Bubble Oil w Gasket 1 174 CA48760 Plug Valve w O ring 6 38 CA44428 Gasket Flat Oil Gauge 1 185 CA48846 Head Manifold w Unloader Body 1 40 Not Available Screw 4 188 CA126512 Screw 8 48 Not Available Drain Plug 1 249 CA48841 Adapter Mount Assembly 1 49 CA23170 O Ring for Drain Plug 1 251 CA126746 Conical Lock washer 4 50 Not Available Cover Rear 1 252 CA46403 Screw...

Страница 35: ... is to be replaced or repaired is the sole decision of NorthStar NorthStar will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective parts 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 Transportation costs to and from service center is the responsibility of the custome...

Страница 36: ...36 Assembled by Northern Tool Equipment Company Inc Burnsville MN 55306 NorthernTool com ...

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