North Star 268175 Owner's Manual

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Summary of 268175

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    1 tm m268175d owner’s manual instructions for assembly, testing, operation, and servicing trailer kit : outdoor agricultural product used to tow item# 268170 warning read and understand the owner’s manual completely before using this trailer kit . Assemble, test, and use only in accordance with the ...

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    Hazard signal word definitions 2.

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Table of contents 3 summary of important safety information ................................................................................4 during assembly during operation during storage / troubleshooting warning label location ........................................................................

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    Summary of important safety information 4 warning read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the trailer kit. Improper use of the trailer kit could result in serious injury for the operator or nearby persons. Listed below is a summary of safety information of particular importan...

  • Page 5: Warning Label Location

    Warning label location 5 warning towing hazard serious injury or death can happen if towing safety rules are not followed. - when tank is full, tongue weight is 400 lbs. Make sure vehicle and towing equipment are properly rated. - when tank is empty, trailer is extremely light. Caution must be used ...

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    Unpacking 6 closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton. • if you have damaged components: contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim. • if you have missing components: contact northstar product support at 1-800-270-0810. Axle support qty 2 left torsion axle right t...

  • Page 7: Unpacking The Manual Bag

    Unpacking the manual bag 7 the following items are found in the manual bag. Hitch pin 3/8 x 1-1/4” bolt qty. 12 3/8 x 1” bolt qty. 8 3/8” class g nut qty. 20 5/8 x 1-1/2” bolt qty. 10 5/8” flat washer qty. 10 5/8” class g nut qty. 10 lug bolt qty. 10 bridge pin 7/16 x 1-1/4” bolt qty. 4 7/16” nyloc ...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Assembly 8 step one: attach the a-frame tow bar to frame. Important: it is recommended that at least two people perform this step. 1. Raise the front of the sprayer frame until there is enough room for the a-frame tow bar to fit underneath. Place blocks under the frame to hold it up. 2. Attach the a...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Assembly 9 7/16 x 1-1/4” bolt jack 7/16” nyloc nut a-frame tow bar axle support axle gusset torsion axle 3/8” class g nut 3/8 x 1-1/4” bolts step two: attach the jack to the a-frame tow bar. 1. Attach the jack to the a-frame tow bar with (4) 7/16 x 1-1/4” bolts and (4) 7/16” nyloc nuts. 2. Tighten t...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    Assembly 10 first bolt through the sides using 3/8 x 1” bolts 3/8” class g nut 3/8 x 1” bolt sprayer frame jack 2x8 board axle support note orientation 5/8 x 1 1/2” bolt and flat washer 5/8” class g nut step four: attach axle assembly to the frame. Note: for this step, the broadcast kit and tailligh...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    Assembly 11 piece of cardboard wheel lug bolt hub shim step five: attach the wheels. Note: for this step, the engine must be free of oil and gas. The broadcast kit and taillight kit cannot be in place, if equipped. Important: at least two people should perform this step. 1. Place a piece of cardboar...

  • Page 12: Machine Components

    Machine components 12 1. Hitch pin: allows the trailer unit to be hooked up to an agricultural style coupler. 2. Jack: supports the trailer when it is not in use. Eases moving and connecting the trailer to a tow vehicle. 3. Tongue: the tongue connects the sprayer frame to the tow vehicle. 4. Wheels:...

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    Operation – important safety information 13 now that you have completed and tested your assembly, there is some important safety information you need to know with regard to vehicle handling with the sprayer attached. Warning carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety informatio...

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    Operation – using the trailer kit 14 bridge pin jack hitch pin agricultural style hitch step one. Inspect/repair if the trailer has been used previously, it must be prepared before each subsequent use. Warning read instructions below carefully for inspecting and preparing the trailer kit. Damaged or...

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    Specifications and accessories 15 trailer kit specifications maximum towing speed……………12 mph tire size…………………………….. St175/80 d13 maximum tire pressure……………..35 psi overall dimensions (boxed)…….….. 53”l x 45”w x 15”h weight (shipping)…………………... 250 lbs. Available accessories high speed trailer upgrad...

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    Exploded view – 268175 – rev. D 16 item part# description qty item part# description qty 1 1178 hitch pin 1 9 124293 grease seal 2 2 779240 a-frame towbar 1 10 124292 bearing 4 3 30312 bridge pin 1 11 124112 5 bolt hub 2 4 779188 jack 1 12 777124 slotted jam nut 2 5 779094 axle support 2 13 82140 co...