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North Star M157294F Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Summary of M157294F

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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 m157294f installation, operation, and maintenance manual hot water pressure washer : cleans dirty surfaces with high pressure hot water. To the owner: thank you for purchasing a northstar hot water ...

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    Table of contents important safety instructions 2 maintenance instructions 12-15 specifications 3 moving and handling instructions 16 machine component identification 4 long term storage 16 installation instructions 5-8 troubleshooting 17 operation instructions 9-11 parts breakdowns 18-20 safety fea...

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    3 specifications item 157294 pressure rating 3000 psi flow output 4 gpm pump type general ts1511 water supply standard tap water @ 20- 100 psi engine horsepower 13 hp btu output 353,700 btu temperature rise 140 ° f maximum temperature 210 ° f approved fuels #1 or #2 diesel, kerosene, fuel oil fuel c...

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    4 machine component identification hea t hot water te mp control ref # description ref # description ref # description 1 high pressure relief valve 9 pump 17 control panel 2 exhaust vent 10 battery 18 heat switch 3 high pressure output 11 gas cap 19 thermostat 4 heating coil 12 gas tank 20 fuel tank...

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    5 installation instructions i.) unpack your pressure washer is shipped on one pallet. Separate and identify the components and use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly..

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    6 hardware bag fig01325 4x nozzles 4x wheel retainers 4x grommets 2x tube caps 1x chemical injector 1x hex key 4ft braided hose 1x strainer 1x spark plug wrench 1x vented dipstick owner’s manual honda manual 4x - 5/16 x 3/4” flange bolt 4x - 5/16 flange nut 2x - 1/4 x 3/4” flange bolt 2x - 1/4 flang...

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    7 ii.) assembly instructions iii.) pump preparation a.)remove red shipping plug from oil fill hole. B.) install vented dipstick into oil fill hole. C.)make sure the oil is 1/2 way up oil sight glass. Iv.) engine preparation a.) fill engine with 1.16 qt of oil. B.) fill fuel tank with unleaded gasoli...

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    8 vi.) getting started important: proper initial installation of equipment will assure more satisfactory performance, longer service life, and lower maintenance cost. Important: the use of a back flow preventer (part #222815 call 1-800-270-0810 to order) on the water supply hose is recommended and m...

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    9 operating instructions read and understand the entire manual before operating the pressure washer. Follow these instructions every time you use the pressure washer. I.) pre-operation ; a.) position the machine for easy access to all controls. ; b.) position the machine on a solid surface, with les...

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    10 v.) turn water supply on make sure the hose is not “kinked”. A kinked hose will provide insufficient water supply to the pump and will reduce its life. Make sure the hose remains unkinked after moving the pressure washer. Vi.) squeeze trigger squeeze the trigger until a steady flow of water spray...

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    11 supply adequate voltage to the burner, resulting in smoke coming from the heat exchanger during operation. Warning: check that there are no leaks in the vicinity of the pump before starting engine. Once the engine is started, begin cleaning. If the engine doesn’t start on the first try, pressure ...

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    12 safety features i.) safety relief the safety relief valve is a backup safety feature. If the unloader malfunctions, the safety relief valve will open and relieve system pressure. Warning: if the safety relief valve ever discharges water, turn the engine off and do not use the machine. See a deale...

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    13 cleaning the inlet filter warning: check whether dangerous chemicals have been used, and take precautions when handling filters. A.) unscrew inlet filter cap. B.) remove inlet filter. C.) run water though to clean filter. Checking the tire air pressure a.) remove air fill cap. B.) fill tire to 14...

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    14 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 coil cleaner (part #222210 call 1-800-270- 0810 to order) in a 5 gallon bucket and elevate the bucket so ...

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    15 electrodes on a yearly basis the electrodes should be inspected and any necessary adjustments made. 1. 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. 2. Pull the burner out from underneath the heat exchanger. 3....

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    16 moving and handling instructions maneuvering your pressure washer 1.) use the handles to move the pressure washer. 2.) to turn, lift slightly on the handles and pivot the pressure washer on its front wheels. 3.) to engage brakes, pull brake arms out, rotate them down and use them as chocks. Lifti...

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    17 troubleshooting guide engine will not start causes solutions low oil shutdown fill engine with the adequate amount of oil. Cold engine choke engine to start. No fuel add gas to engine, make sure fuel shutoff valve is open. Dead battery recharge/replace battery. Spark plug wire not attached attach...

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    18 157294f parts breakdown.

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    19 item part# description qty 1 35251 roll cage 1 2 35192 instruction decal 1 3 308304 fuel tank 1 4 33322 fuel/gas cap 2 5 308303 gas tank 1 6 306401 fuel valve grommet 4 7 31976 connector 3 8a 4054 1/4” fuel line hose 30” 8b 4054 1/4” fuel line hose 32” 8c 4054 1/4” fuel line hose 28” 9 171410 1/4...

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