Troubleshooting - North Star MA 1578111D Owner's Manual

Pressure washer pump for high pressure cleaning machines
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Problem
Engine will not start
Low/Surging pressure or no water flow
No chemical injection
Cause
A- Low oil shutdown
B- Engine starting instructions not followed
C- Insufficient water supply
D- Plugged pump inlet filter
E- Wrong nozzle
F- Plugged nozzle
G- Worn nozzle
H- Leak in pressure hose
I- Wrong nozzle
J- Back pressure from extra long discharge hose
K- Leak in chemical siphon hose
L- Chemical strainer not submerged
Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders
Call Northstar Customer Service 1-800-270-0810

Troubleshooting

SOLUTION: A,B
SOLUTION: C,D,E,F,G,H
SOLUTION: I,J,K,L
See engine manual for oil requirements
See engine manual for starting instructions
See water supply section of this manual
See maintenance section of this manual
Make sure high pressure nozzle is being used
Remove nozzle, check for blockage
Replace nozzle
Replace pressure hose
Make sure chemical nozzle is being used
Try shorter hose
Replace hose – use hose clamps if necessary
Make sure strainer is completely submerged
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