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North Star 157494 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Manual is about: INDUSTRIAL WATER HEATER

Summary of 157494

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    P r o v e n p e r f o r m a n c e k - b a r i n d u s t r i e s , f a r i b a u l t , m n , 5 5 0 2 1 m157494h installation, operation, and maintenance manual industrial water heater: upgrades cold water pressure washers into hot water/steam cleaners. To the owner: thank you for purchasing a northst...

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    2 table of contents important safety instructions 2 safety features 12 grounding instructions 3 maintenance instructions 13-15 extension cords 3 moving and handling instructions 16 specifications 4 long term storage 16 machine component identification 5 troubleshooting guide 17 installation instruct...

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    3 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....

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    4 specifications item number 157494 max. Pressure rating 3000 psi max. Flow output 4 gpm btu output 353,700 btu temperature rise 190 ° f @ 2gpm 190 ° f @ 3gpm 140 ° f @ 4gpm maximum temperature 250 ° f approved fuels #1 or 2 diesel, kerosene, fuel oil fuel capacity 4 gal. Power requirements nema rec...

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    5 machine component identification 157494 description ref # description ref # description 1 water outlet 6 fuel tank 11 safety relief valve 2 control box 7 burner 12 heating coil 3 heat switch 8 fuel filter 13 water inlet (pressure washer) 4 thermostat 9 exhaust vent 14 power cord (w/ gfci) 5 fuel f...

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    6 installation instructions i.) unpack separate and identify all components. Use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly. Handle & grip qty-2 hardware bag qty-1 wheel qty-2 water heater qty-1 remove 2 retaining blocks..

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    7 hardware bag owner’s manual 4x - 5/16 x .75” flange bolt 4x - 5/16 flange nut 2x - 5/8 x 3.5” hex bolt 2x - 5/8 hex nut 2x - 5/8 jam nut.

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    8 ii.) assembly instructions 1. Attach handles, see above. 2. Attach wheels, see above. 3. Remove water heater from the pallet. It is recommended that a hoist is used, or that two people lift the unit off of the pallet. If a hoist is used, use the attachment points shown in the moving and handling s...

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    9 iii.) getting started important: proper initial installation of equipment will assure more satisfactory performance, longer service life, and lower maintenance cost. Make sure the water heater is on a level surface and in a protected area where it is not readily influenced by outside forces such a...

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    10 operating instructions follow these instructions every time you use the water heater. I.) pre-operation ; a.) position the machine for easy access to all controls. ; b.) position the machine on a solid surface, with less than a three degree slope, and so it is protected from external damage. ; c....

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    11 iv.) to start danger: do not point the spray wand at yourself or at any person. Bodily injury may result from hot water or water under high pressure. Warning: wear eye, ear, hand, foot, and skin protection at all times while operating this water heater. 1. Turn water supply on. 2. Squeeze the tri...

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    12 safety features i.) safety relief the safety relief valve is a backup safety feature. If the system’s pressure exceeds its limits, the safety relief valve will open and relieve system pressure. Warning: if the safety relief valve ever discharges water, turn the unit off and do not use the machine...

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    13 maintenance instructions warning: unauthorized machine modification or use of non-approved replacement parts may cause personal injury and/or property damage and will void the manufacturer warranty . All mechanical equipment, no matter how well designed, will need repairs. A northstar water heate...

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    14 vii.) coil descaling in hard water areas, scale build-up within the heating coil will occur. Scale deposits will decrease the water temperature rise and may eventually clog the heating coil. 1. Mix scale remover in a 5 gallon bucket and elevate the bucket so it is higher than the pump on your pre...

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    15 ix.) electrodes on a yearly basis the electrodes should be inspected and any necessary adjustments made. 1. Block up the front of the water heater 6 inches. 2. Remove the 4 nuts that attach the burner to the heating chamber. You do not have to disconnect the fuel lines or the electric cords, but ...

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    16 moving and handling instructions i.) maneuvering your water heater 1. Lift handles with both hands until the wheels come in contact with the ground and the frame is lifted off of the ground. 2. Push the water heater forward if it is being moved on solid, smooth ground. (concrete, hard-packed dirt...

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    17 troubleshooting guide water heater will not run - no power causes solutions machine not plugged in plug machine in. Gfci tripped make sure machine is dry. Press reset on the gfci. Machine turned off turn heat switch on. Line circuit breaker tripped check for tripped circuit breaker in building. G...

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    18 157494h 157494 parts breakdown.

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    19 157494h item part# description qty 1 5027 1/2” npt steel street elbow 1 2 38379 1/2” fpt swivel x 3/8” mpt straight 1 3 37537 flow switch 1 4 777347 3/8” npt street tee 1 5 22392 safety relief valve 1 6 37538 high pressure inlet hose, 3/8” x 5’ 1 7 30822 power cord w/ gfci, 15a, 115v 1 8 313108 3...

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