North Star M1573001A User's Manual
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1. 22200 AASS 22224 20 PODE ANSYS 2 ASS 2 9 spray gun spray gun safety lock Note Depending on model gun may appear differently Attaching the Lance We iio Ca gt amp bi spin on coupler lance Tighten spin on coupler hand tight Note The o rings make the seal so there is no need to tighten with a wrench 13 Operation Instructions Installing Nozzles To install a nozzle pull back the collar and push the nozzle into the coupler Once the connection is made pull on the nozzle to make sure it is secure i coupler lance collar collar completely pushed out collar NOT completely pushed out CORRECT INCORRECT AWARNING Flying objects Make sure nozzle is secure before squeezing trigger If nozzle is not secure it will become a projectile Serious injury can occur Attach Quick Connect Couplers To install the hose onto the pump pull back the collar and push the hose into the coupler on the pump To install the hose onto the spray gun pull back the collar on the spray gun and push the hose into the coupler on the spray gun lili hose pump spray gun Once the connections are made pull on the hose to make sure it is secure 14 Operation Instructions Applying Chemicals Install the black nozzle when applying chemicals onto the cleaning surface T 2 Start the pressure washer according to the start2. Risk of explosion Do not spray flammable liquids Do not operate in a flammable environment CAUTION Gun kicks back Hold with both hands To reduce the risk of injury read operating instructions carefully before use WARNING When using this product basic precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all the instructions before using the product 2 To reduce the risk of injury close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children Do not allow irresponsible use by children Always stop the product and bleed pressures before leaving unattended disconnecting hoses or servicing the pump 3 Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly Be thoroughly familiar with the controls 4 Stay alert watch what you are doing 5 Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs 6 Keep operating area clear of all persons 7 Do not overreach or stand on unstable support Keep 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 machine 10 Do not operate this machine with broken or missing p
3. 2 5 9 4 Max Water Temp 140 F 60 C Dimensions 34 x 21 x 38 LxWxH 864mm x 534mm x 965mm Weight 139 Ib 55kg Wiring Diagram 19475081 aa DEDE ERES pened BLK 1 5hp zm Motor l MOTOR gi Cord T GRN aie l Power WHI Cord ik 1 2 V f BLK ON OFF SWITCH qM SEN PE NE op TRENJ J FIGO2323 20 Wiring Diagram 1573011 ON OFF SWITCH 15730 21 DP CONTACTOR 240 V ON OFF SWITCH FIGO2326 21 Part Explosion M1573001 Rev A 22 Part Explosion M1573001 Rev A ITEM 4 PART DESCRIPTION GTY Models 6 38578 T Handle Knb 2 AM 7 8 2278 TireWheelAssemby 2 Al 305200 jWheelRetiner 2 Al 3 8 Quick Connect Nipple 15 d 24 25 26 23 ITEM NUMBERS 1079001 T94301 1575021 D FIGO2319 This page is to help ensure that the factory includes all components in the manual bag
4. up instructions 3 Submerge the chemical hose in cleaning solution See Pump Component Identification section for chemical injector location 4 Squeeze the spray gun trigger The chemical injector will draw the chemical into the water stream 5 Apply chemicals evenly onto the cleaning surface Allow the chemicals to react with the dirt then clean at high pressure with high pressure green or yellow nozzle 6 Never use more chemical than is necessary to clean the surface 7 To clean the chemical injector draw water through the strainer until all the chemical is purged from the system pump H pump outlet za pump inlet diluted chemical Risk of exposure to dangerous chemicals Serious injury or death can result if chemical manufacturer instructions are not followed Wear protective gloves when handling and cleaning with chemicals Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used When cleaning filters check if chemicals have been used and take any precautions that are recommended by the chemical manufacturer Different chemicals may interact dangerously with each other always follow chemical manufacturer directions before switching chemicals Calculate the correct amount of chemical to mix dispose of excess chemical per the manufacturer instructions Never spray flammable li
5. 1573011 8 1573021 Install Vented Fill Capi Pressure Adjustment Dil Sight Glass other side Chemical Injector Pressure Adjustment Water Qutlet Chemical Injector Water Qutlet Water Inlet Water Inlet Drain Plug not shown FIGO2309 XNote Discard Shipping Plug and O ring Sight Glass Operation Instructions Water Supply 1 Make sure the water supply is clean Debris can cause excess pump wear and reduce performance 2 An insufficient water supply will damage your pump Make sure the water supply is steady and is 2096 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 1573001 150 seconds 1573011 160 seconds 1573021 96 seconds 3 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 4 Never use a reservoir tank as a water source Drawing water out of a tank may cause pump cavitation and damage to your pump This pressure washer is designed for a pressurized water source such as a city water faucet However the water source pressure must not exceed 115 psi 8 bar 5 Always use a flexible rubber hose for your water supply Do not use rigid piping Operation Instructions STARTUP INST
6. Grommet Qty 5 Nozzle Qty 2 Part 35198 Part 778150 Assembly Instructions II Handle Assembl 1 Attach handle to base with two carriage bolts and t handle knobs 2 Spin a flange nut backwards onto two hose hooks and each gun hook see hook detail 3 Mount the hose hooks and gun hooks onto the handle as shown 4 Insert grommets into the holes on the handle nameplate 5 Press nozzles into grommets according to the colors indicated on the handle decal Nozzles Grommets Handle Gun Hook E O AUD 1 ae Flange nuts Hose Hook BN S o a Hook Detail Flange nut T handle knob Carriage Bolts Hose Hook Machine Component Identification 1 Handle Designed for easy cart movement 2 Hose Hook Store hose on hook 3 Pressure Hose Attach guick couplers to gun and water outlet 4 Chemical Hose Submerge in cleaning solution 5 Water Pump Inspect for loose broken parts prior to each use 6 Motor Leeson motor provides years of reliable use 7 Gun Hook Store gun on hook 8 Nozzles 9 Spray Gun Always use two hands for safe operation 10 Trigger Actuate to allow pressurized water to flow out of spray gun 11 Cord Hook Store electrical cord on hook Components shown are for representation only Actual components will vary by model Pump Component Identification 1573001
7. RUCTIONS G IS O gt purge air from pump Insert nozzle Plug in power cord Reset the GFCI button on the cord Start motor SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS Attach garden hose 1 Turn motor OFF Attach pressure hose 2 Unplug the power cord Attach gun and lance 3 Turn water supply OFF Turn water supply ON 4 Squeeze trigger to Squeeze trigger to relieve system pressure Remove garden hose Remove pressure hose AWARNING Skin puncture hazard High pressure fluid can inject under skin resulting in serious injury including amputation Do not direct spray at people or animals If skin injection happens seek IMMEDIATE surgical treatment Do not check for leaks with hand Instead use a piece of cardboard to check for leaks Do not use unit if exterior hose damage is evident Make sure all fittings are tight before starting Relieve system pressure before servicing Know how to stop engine and bleed pressures quickly Be thoroughly familiar with the controls Make sure accessories meet the unit s temperature and pressure limits Stop engine and bleed pressures before leaving unit unattended 12 Operation Instructions Spray Gun Safety Lock When not spraying use the spray gun safety lock to prevent accidental high pressure discharge
8. a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION yellow used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage fig01453 Table of Contents A Important Safety Instructions A Warning Label Locations Assembly Instructions Machine Component Identification Pump Oil Cap and Pump Component Identification A Operation Instructions Water SUDDIy vios Nano sea obe pine Start Up Shut Down Instructions Spray Gun Safety Lock and Attaching the Lance Installing Nozzles and Quick Connect hoses Applying Chemicals A Maintenance and Storage Maintenance Mode and Maintenance Schedule Pup Oil Dan GC cee uuu ip ni Winter Storage i Su g ua spa Sas os e TroublesHoolllig c doeet b uuu uuu etm Patr operis O DECA OS o d RES A S NE RES Paris EXplOSIONS i i rir rhet oe re plena A Important Safety Instructions WARNING Risk of Injection or Injury to Persons Do Not Direct Discharge Stream at Persons Do not use a hose if exterior damage is evident
9. ach gun and lance 3 Turn water supply OFF 4 Turn water supply ON 4 Squeeze trigger to 5 Squeeze trigger to relieve system pressure purge air from pump 5 Remove garden hose 6 Insert nozzle 6 Remove pressure hose 7 Plug in power cord NOR DL reset the GFCI start motor 5 dx Proven Performance AWARNING T a Gun kicks back Hold with both hands Z Risk of injection or injury to persons Do not direct discharge stream at persons Risk of fire and explosion Do not spray flammable liquids To reduce the risk of injury read 7 owner s manual carefully before using P 2008 NT E Co 800 270 0810 Part No 778069 t qa Call 1 800 270 0810 to order new labels Instruction Label Part No 778166 Warning Label Part No 778069 Assembly Instructions 1 Unpack Your pressure washer is shipped in one box Separate and identify the components found in both boxes Pressure Hose Motor Pump Base Assembly Z O Lance Spray Gun Hardware Bag 902299 Figures shown are for representation only Actual components will vary by model Assembly Instructions Hardware Bag Flange Nut Qty 8 Carriage Bolt Qty 2 Vented fill cap Part 82019 Part 82233 1573001 only E T Handle Qty 2 Part 38578 Gun Hook Qty 2 Part 38509 Hose Hook Qty 2 Part 38510 902301
10. arts Never alter the manufacturer s original design or deactivate any safety device on the machine 11 Risk of exposure to dangerous chemicals Wear protective gloves when handling and cleaning with chemicals Follow the chemical manufacturer s directions Understand all safety hazards and first aid for all chemicals being used Check whether dangerous chemicals have been used and take any precautions that may have been recommended by the supplier of these chemicals when cleaning filters Do not pump highly abrasive fluids or use with incompatible chemicals or solvents 12 Know the pressure and temperature limits of your machine Be sure all high pressure accessories meet or exceed your machine s limits Do not set the pressure relief valve above the machine s limit 13 Do not move this machine by pulling on the hose Do not use the pump to support other items of equipment that impose unacceptable loads on the pump Do not attempt to use this machine as a prop 14 To reduce risk of injury do not secure the spray gun open Your spray gun is equipped with a built in trigger safety latch to guard against accidental trigger release and potentially dangerous high pressure spray Rotate the safety latch to the locked position when not spraying 15 Do not clean this machine with its own spray Cleaning should be done with a damp sponge with the motor OFF 16 Always make sure all switches and controls are in the OFF position prior to plugging
11. eplacement of the plug or cord become necessary use only identical replacement parts that include GFCI protection 2 For a product rated more than 125 volts GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION To comply with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 and to provide additional protection from the risk of electric shock this pressure washer should only be connected to a receptacle that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI Extension Cords Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding type plugs and 3 pole cord connectors that accept the plug from the product Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use These extension cords are identified by a marking Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances store indoors while not in use Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product Do not abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension cord Warning To reduce the risk of electrocution keep all connections dry and off the ground do not touch plug with wet hands SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Warning Label Locations START UP INSTRUCTIONS SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS 1 Attach garden hose 1 Turn motor OFF 2 Attach pressure hose 2 Unplug the power cord 3 Att
12. in the electrical cord Do no stand in water while plugging and unplugging electrical cord 17 This product is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter built into the power cord plug If replacement of the plug or cord is needed use only identical replacement parts SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances DANGER Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrocution Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the product if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Do not use any type adapter with this product 1 For a product rated 125 volts or less GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION This pressure washer is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI built into the plug of the power supply cord This device provides additional protection from the risk of electric shock Should r
13. letely then reinstall the drain plug and tighten securely 3 Please dispose of used oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or down the drain 4 With the pump in a level position fill to the halfway point on the oil sight glass see pump oil capacities below For Comet pumps use Universal Tractor Transmission Oil or Mobil 1 15W50 synthetic oil For Cat pumps use SAE30 non detergent oil or Cat Pump Oil Item 22158 Comet BXD 1617E Pump a cap a savi glass drain plug Oil capacity 4 30z 13L Cat 3DNX25GSI Pump fill cap o o sss glass o v drain plug Oil capacity 8 5 oz 25L Cat 2DX15ES Pump fill cap s si glass v drain plug Oil capacity 8 5 oz 25L FIG01854 A Maintenance and Storage Winter Storage Protect your pump hose and gun from freezing Items needed 12 piece of garden hose or equivalent funnel and RV antifreeze approximately 6 oz 1 Follow the storage instructions listed above 2 Make sure the motor start switch is OFF 3 Attach the garden hose with funnel to the pump inlet see illustration 4 Pour RV antifreeze into the funnel run motor until antifreeze comes out the pump outlet 5 Drain a
14. ll water from the high pressure hose Depress trigger on gun and drain all water out of gun lance RV Antifreeze Funnel Water Inlet Troubleshooting SOLUTION A B Low Surging pressure or no water flow SOLUTION C D E F G H No chemical injection SOLUTION 1 Cause A Tripped GFCI cord eset cord B Tripped motor relay eset motor C Insufficient water suppl D Plugged pump inlet filter Make sure high pressure nozzle is being used Remove nozzle check for blockage Replace nozzle Replace pressure hose Make sure chemical nozzle is being used Try shorter hose Replace hose use hose clamps if necessar ake sure strainer is completely submerged 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 Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1 800 270 0810 Specifications 1573001 1573011 PSI bar 1700 117 PSI bar 2000 138 GPM l min 1 5 5 7 GPM l min 1 5 5 7 Max Water Temp 140 F 60 C Max Water Temp 140 F 60 C Dimensions 34 x 21 x 38 Dimensions 34 x 21 x 38 LxWxH 864mm x 534mm x 965mm LxWxH 864mm x 534mm x 965mm Weight 95 Ib 44kg Weight 115 Ib 44kg 1573021 PSI bar 2750 190 GPM l min
15. quids A Maintenance and Storage Maintenance Mode Before performing any maintenance on the pressure washer it must be placed in maintenance mode 1 Turn off motor and unplug cord 2 Turn off water supply 3 Sgueeze trigger to relieve system pressure Maintenance Schedule What to Check When To Check What to Do Inlet Filter Each Use Visually inspect and clean inlet filter with clear water Visually inspect pressure hose and hose couplings Replace Pressure Hose Each Use hose if any of the following is evident hose coupling is damaged wire mesh is exposed or damaged hose is permanently kinked or flattened outer hose cover is blistered or loose Bolts Each Use Tighten any loose bolts Pump Oil After 1 50hrs Change pump oil See pump oil change instructions on next then 3mo 500hr page AWARNING Skin injection hazard High pressure fluid can inject under skin resulting in serious injury including amputation Make sure all fittings are tight before applying pressure Relieve system pressure before servicing Do not check for leaks with hand Instead use a piece of cardboard to check for leaks If skin injection happens seek immediate Surgical Treatment A Maintenance and Storage Pump Oil Change 1 Place a suitable container below the pump to catch the used oil then remove the oil fill cap and oil drain plug 2 Allow the used oil to drain comp
16. zma ma M157 3001A Item Numbers 1573001 1573011 1573021 Proven Performance Owner s Manual Pressure Washer Machine that cleans dirty surfaces with high pressure water A WARNING Read this manual Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed Pump is shipped with oil Remove shipping tape from pump oil fill cap Cat Pumps Remove shipping plug and install vented fill cap Comet Pumps See pump oil cap section of this manual Closely inspect all components If you have damaged components Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim If you have missing components Contact Customer Service at 1 800 270 0810 Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1 800 270 0810 Hazard Signal Word Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER DANGER red indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING WARNING orange indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION CAUTION yellow indicates
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