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 delivere...
Hazard signal word definitions 2.
Table of contents 3 important safety instructions………………………..……...4 grounding instructions……………………………………...5 warning label locations…………………………….……..6 assembly instructions…………………………….………... 7-9 machine component identification…………………………10 pump component identification…………………………….11 operation instruct...
Important safety instructions 4 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. - risk of explosion. - do not spray flammable liquids. - do not operate in a flammable environment. Caution - gun kicks bac...
Grounding instructions 5 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....
Warning label locations 6 start-up instructions 1. Attach garden hose. 2. Attach pressure hose. 3. Attach gun and lance. 4. Turn water supply on. 5. Squeeze trigger to purge air from pump. 6. Insert nozzle. 7. Plug in power cord, reset the gfci, start motor. Gun kicks back. Hold with both hands. Ris...
Assembly instructions 7 i.) unpack your pressure washer is shipped in one box. Separate and identify the components found in both boxes. * figures shown are for representation only. Actual components will vary by model. Pressure hose handle motor/pump/base assembly lance spray gun hardware bag.
Assembly instructions 8 i.) hardware bag hose hook – qty 2 part # 779761 gun hook – qty 1 part # 38509 flange nut – qty 2 part # 82019 carriage bolt - qty 2 part # 82233 t-handle – qty 2 part # 38578 grommet – qty 5 part # 35198 nozzle – qty 2 part # varies by model vented fill cap (1573001 only) ny...
Assembly instructions 9 iii.) handle assembly 1.) attach handle to base with two carriage bolts and t-handle knobs. 2.) spin a flange nut backwards onto gun hook. (see hook detail) 3.) mount the hose hooks onto the handle and gun hook onto the base as shown. 4.) insert grommets into the holes on the...
Machine component identification 10 1.) handle. Designed for easy cart movement. 2.) hose hook. Store hose on hook. 3.) pressure hose. Attach quick 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....
Pump component identification 11 1573001 1573011 & 1573021.
Operation instructions 12 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 20% over the rated flow of your pump. Use a stopwatch to time ...
Operation instructions 13 spray gun safety lock when not spraying, use the spray gun safety lock to prevent accidental high-pressure discharge. * note: depending on model, gun may appear differently. Attaching the lance tighten spin-on coupler hand tight. Note: the o-rings make the seal so there is ...
Operation instructions 14 flying objects. Make sure nozzle is secure before squeezing trigger. If nozzle is not secure it will become a projectile. Serious injury can occur. Warning installing nozzles to install a nozzle pull back the collar and push the nozzle into the coupler. Once the connection ...
Operation instructions 15 applying chemicals 1.) install the black nozzle when applying chemicals onto the cleaning surface. 2.) start the pressure washer according to the start-up instructions. 3.) submerge the chemical hose in cleaning solution. (see pump component identification section for chemi...
Maintenance and storage 16 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.) squeeze trigger to relieve system pressure. Maintenance schedule what to check when to check...
Maintenance and storage 17 sight glass drain plug fill cap cat 3dnx25gsi pump fill cap comet bxd 1617e pump oil capacity: 4.3oz. (.13l) oil capacity: 8.5 oz. (.25l) fig01854 oil capacity: 8.5 oz. (.25l) drain plug sight glass fill cap cat 2dx15es pump drain plug sight glass pump oil change 1.) place...
Maintenance and storage 18 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 ...
Troubleshooting 19 problem solution motor will not start solution: a,b low/surging pressure or no water flow solution: c,d,e,f,g,h no chemical injection solution: i,j,k,l cause solution a- tripped gfci cord reset gfci cord b- tripped motor relay reset motor c- insufficient water supply see water sup...
Specifications 20 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 l x w x h 34” x 21” x 38” (864mm x 534mm x 965mm) dimensions l x w x h 34” x 21” x 38” (864mm x 534mm x 965mm) we...
Wiring diagram 21.
Parts explosion m1573001 rev – e.1 22.
Parts explosion m1573001 rev – e.1 23 item # part # description qty models 1 38509 threaded gun hook 1 all 2 779826 northstar decal 1 all 3 35198 7/16 id grommet 5 all 4 780223 handle 1 all 5 779761 hose/cord hook 2 all 6 38578 t-handle knob 2 all 7 779924 base 1 all 8 2278 tire wheel assembly 2 all...
Pump exploded views – rev e.1 24 part # 786056 comet bxd 1617e.
Pump exploded views – rev e.1 25.
Pump exploded views – rev e.1 26 part # 778154 cat 2dx.
Pump exploded views – rev e.1 27 part # 38518 cat 3dnx.
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Limited warranty 29 dear valued customer: the northstar product you just purchased is built with the finest material and craftsmanship. Use this product properly and enjoy the benefits from its high performance. By purchasing a northstar product, you show a desire for quality and durab ility. Like a...
30 manufactured by northern tool + equipment co., 2800 southcross drive west p.O. Box 1499 burnsville, mn 55337-0499 ®.
