North Star M109163E.3 Owner's Manual

Summary of M109163E.3

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    Owner’s manual original instructions for assembly, testing, operation, servicing, and storage water pump: outdoor agricultural product used for general purpose water pumping, field irrigation and trash applications.** warning read and understand the owner’s manual completely before using this water ...

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    Hazard signal word definitions 2.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 3 about your water pump ............................................................................................................ 4 summary of important safety information ................................................................................5 during assembly during op...

  • Page 4: About Your Water Pump

    About your water pump 4 thank you for purchasing your northstar water pump! About your water pump this water pump is a machine designed for outdoor, agricultural, general purpose water pumping, field irrigation and trash pumping applications. This water pump is capable of handling suspended soft sol...

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    Summary of important safety information 5 warning read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the water pump. Improper use of the water pump could result in serious injury or illness for the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment. Listed below is a...

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    Summary of important safety information 6 other exhaust dangers. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Avoid inhalation of exhaust. --------------...

  • Page 7: Warning Label Location

    Warning label location 7 call north star product support at 1-800-270-0810 to order new labels. Order part no. 785261 – warning, priming port plug 791213 - warning decal 781120 - pump decal.

  • Page 8: Unpacking

    Unpacking 8 closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton. Note that some parts are shipped inside the manual bag. 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 1-800-27...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Assembly 9 rubber foot base bolt nut base attach rubber feet to the base. 1. Using a 3/8” and 7/16” socket, attach the rubber feet to the base with the bolt and nut. Axle pin (2).

  • Page 10: Machine Components

    Machine components 10 1. Prime port: fill the priming port to prime the pump. 2. Discharge fitting: connect the discharge hose to the discharge fitting. 3. Suction fitting: connect the suction hose to the suction fitting. 4. Drain port: drain the liquid in the pump through the drain port. 5. Pump: t...

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    Operation – preparing the water pump for each use 11 step one: inspect/repair if the water pump has been used previously, it must be prepared before each subsequent use. Warning read instructions below carefully for inspecting and preparing the water pump. Damaged or clogged equipment could result i...

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    Operation – preparing the water pump for each use 12 step two: fueling warning gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. 1. Engine off / cool the engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two ...

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    Operation – preparing the water pump for each use 13 step three: attach a suction strainer warning this pump is design to pump water only. Never use the water pump to pump flammable liquids. 1. Attach suction strainer a suction strainer should be attached to the suction hose. A suction strainer has ...

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    Operation – preparing the water pump for each use 14 2. Environment conditions ambient operating temperature range. +5 °f to +104 °f (-15 °c to +40 °c). If operating pump below +32 °f (0 °c) drain pump after use to prevent damage from freezing. Humidity. 95% max. If possible, avoid any area with hig...

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    Operation – using the water pump 15 operate the water pump warning do not run the water pump unattended. 1. Review safety information review the “operation – important safety information” provided in this manual. 2. Priming using the priming port on the top of the pump, completely fill the pump cham...

  • Page 16: Storage

    Storage 16 prepare the water pump for end-of-season storage by running clean water through the system. This will flush out any contaminants and clean the water pump internals. After the water pump has been flushed with clean water, completely drain the water pump of all water to protect from freezin...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 17 before attempting to service the water pump: 1. Review troubleshooting table review the troubleshooting table below for the type of problem you are experiencing. However,do not attempt to repair until the steps listed below are followed. 2. Flush the pump pump clean water briefly ...

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Specifications 18 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...

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    109163/109173/109183 exploded view – rev. E.2 19 item part # description model qty. 1 60590 gx160 honda engine 109163, 109173 1 39115 gx270 honda engine 109183 2 780969 2” semi-trash pump 109163 1 780970 3” semi-trash pump 109173 782559 4” semi-trash pump 109183 3 786078 frame 109163 1 782529 109173...

  • Page 20: 780969 Pump Exploded View

    780969 pump exploded view 20 item description part # qty. Item description part # qty. 1 pump cover 781234 1 18 outlet flange 782566 1 2 large o-ring 781235 1 19 inlet flange 782565 1 3 sealing washer 781236 5 20 inlet check valve 781250 1 4 mount bolt 781237 4 21 inlet connection bolt 788866 3 5 me...

  • Page 21: 780970 Pump Exploded View

    780970 pump exploded view 21 item description part # qty. Item description part # qty. 1 pump cover 781257 1 18 outlet flange 782568 1 2 large o-ring 781258 1 19 inlet flange 782567 1 3 sealing washer 781259 5 20 inlet check valve 781271 1 4 mount bolt 781260 4 21 inlet connection bolt 788867 3 5 me...

  • Page 22: 782559 Pump Exploded View

    782559 pump exploded view 22 item description part # qty. Item description part # qty. 1 pump cover 782652 1 18 outlet flange 782666 1 2 large o-ring 782653 1 19 inlet flange 782667 1 3 sealing washer 782654 4 20 inlet check valve 782668 1 4 mount bolt 782655 4 21 inlet connection bolt 788870 3 5 me...

  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    Limited warranty 23 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 durability. Like al...

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    24 manufactured by northern tool + equipment co., inc. Burnsville, mn 55306 northerntool.Com.