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NorthStar M157310C Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Manual is about: HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER

Summary of M157310C

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    M157310c 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 pressure washer. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability and the top performance you dem...

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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 157310 pressure rating 3000 psi flow output 4 gpm pump type cat 66dx water supply standard tap water @ 20-75 psi engine horsepower 13 hp btu output 353,700 btu temperature rise 140 ° f ma ximum temperature 210 ° f approved fuels #1 or #2 diesel, kerosene, fuel oil fuel capacity...

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    4 machine component identification ref # description ref # description 1 exhaust vent 7 fuel cap 2 pump 8 fuel tank 3 battery box 9 control panel 4 fuel filter/water separator 10 engine 5 gas cap 11 burner 6 gas 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 6x nozzle 4x wheel retainer 6x grommet 4ft braided hose 1x strainer owner’s manual honda manual 4x - 5/16 x 3/4” flange bolt 4x - 5/16 flange nut 1x chemical injector.

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    7 ii.) assembly instructions iii.) pump preparation a.) remove shipping tape and 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 gasoline, 86 octane min. Quantities of fluid engine/pump type of fluid qty h...

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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. Make sure the pressure washer is on a level surface and in a protected area where it is not readily influenced by outside forces such...

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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 nozzle 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 wate...

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    11 ix.) start engine *refer to the engine manual to start your engine. Important: the water must be turned on before starting. Running the pump dry will cause damage and void the warranty. Important: make sure the fuel shutoff valve located under the fuel tank is in the on position. Warning: check t...

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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. B.) remove filter screen. C.) run water though to clean filter. Checking the tire air pressure a.) remove air fill cap. B.) fill tire to 14psi...

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    14 coil descaling in hard w ater areas, scale build-up w ithin the heating coil w ill occur. Scale deposits w ill decrease the w ater temperature rise and may eventually clog the heating coil. 1. Mix coil cleaner in a 5 gallon bucket and elevate the bucket so it is higher than the unloader. 2. Attac...

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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. Ti...

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    16 moving and handling in structions 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. Lift...

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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 f uel shutoff valv e is open. Dead battery recharge/replace battery. Spark plug wire not attached atta...

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    18 157310 rev-c.

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    19 157310 parts explosion rev-c item part# description qty 1 778210 outer frame weldment 1 2 778274 instruction decal 1 3 3083041 fuel tank 1 4 777149 fuel/gas cap 2 5 3083030 gas tank 1 6 35743 warning label (kit) 1 8a 777345 1/4” fuel line hose 25” 8b 777345 1/4” fuel line hose 26” 8c 777345 1/4” ...

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