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Instructions for Set-up, Operation, Maintenance & Storage
C
OLD
157208 – 4000
This pressure washer produces cold water high pressure spray. Cleaning chemicals may be incorporated
into the spray if desired. The pressure pump for this equipment is powered by a gasoline internal
combustion engine.
READ and UNDERSTAND this Owner's Manual and the Engine Owner's Manual
completely before attempting to set up and use the pressure washer! Failure to properly set
up, operate, and maintain this pressure washer could result in serious injury or death to operator
or bystanders.
CO Poisoning
Skin/Eye
Injury
Slips/Falls
Flying Debris
Fire/
Explosion
Chemical
Exposure
Electric shock
A summary of important safety information is provided at the end of the manual.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Owner's Manual
W
, B
ATER
ELT
/ 4.5
PSI
Portable Outdoor-Use Only
WARNING – READ THIS MANUAL
WARNING – SPECIAL HAZARDS
Exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can
cause carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death if inhaled.
High-pressure spray can cause serious skin or eye injury, including injection
injury if fluid pierces the skin. Injection injury can result in blood poisoning
and/or severe tissue damage.
Spray discharge can cause puddles and slippery surfaces.
Spray-gun kickback can cause operator loss of balance and falls.
High-pressure spray can cause surface damage and flying debris.
Engine sparking can ignite fuel or other flammable liquids or vapors
in the vicinity.
Hot exhaust from engine can ignite combustible materials.
Cleaning chemical vapors or contact with skin may be hazardous.
Spray contact with electrical sources can cause electric shock.
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
M157208G
ITEM NUMBER: 157208, 157209
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________
®
D
P
RIVE
RESSURE
, 157209 – 5000
GPM
W
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/ 5
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GPM
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- Page 1 M157208G ITEM NUMBER: 157208, 157209 SERIAL NUMBER: _____________ ® Owner's Manual Instructions for Set-up, Operation, Maintenance & Storage ATER RIVE RESSURE ASHER 157208 – 4000 , 157209 – 5000 / 4.5 Portable Outdoor-Use Only This pressure washer produces cold water high pressure spray. Cleaning chemicals may be incorporated into the spray if desired.
- Page 2 Hazard Signal Word Definitions Equipment Protection Quick Facts STOP! Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See the Inspect Upon "Assembly and Initial Set-Up" section for instructions on whom to contact to report Delivery missing or damaged parts. STOP! Engine is shipped without oil.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About Your Pressure Washer ......................4 Specifications ............................. 5 Component Identification ......................... 6 Safety Labeling ..........................8 Special Equipment Safety Features ....................9 Assembly and Initial Set-Up ......................10 Step 1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection ................. 10 Step 2. -
Page 4: About Your Pressure Washer
About Your Pressure Washer Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar cold water pressure washer! Your machine is designed for long life, dependability, and the top performance you demand. This pressure washer is designed to: 1) Produce a high-pressure water spray. 2) Incorporate cleaning chemicals into a low-pressure water spray. -
Page 5: Specifications
Specifications MODEL Model # 157208 157209 FLOW OUTPUT Pressure Rating 4000 psi 5000 psi Flow Rate 4.5 gpm 5 gpm Maximum Temperature 140 F DIMENSIONS / COMPONENTS Length 34" 33.75" Width 32.75" 34" Height 30" 32.25" Weight (fueled) 290 lbs. -
Page 6: Component Identification
Component Identification Description Description Engine Oil Fill Battery Box Oil Dipstick Water Outlet Carbon Canister Fuel Shutoff Valve Belt guard Gas Tank and Cap Pump Oil Sight Glass Muffler Pump Oil Fill Engine... - Page 7 Component Identification REFERENCE GUIDE 1. Engine Oil Fill Use included funnel to add engine oil to model #157208. 2. Oil Dipstick Check engine oil level. 3. Carbon Canister Prevents gasoline vapors from exiting the fuel system. 4. Belt Guard Guards against accidental contact with moving parts.
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Page 8: Safety Labeling
Safety Labeling WARNING - BATTERY HAZARDS BATTERIES: 1) contain caustic acid, 2) emit explosive gases, 3) can cause electric shock ALWAYS use eye protection. Caustic acid and explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. NO smoking, sparks, or flames. NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non-insulated tools. -
Page 9: Special Equipment Safety Features
If the unloader malfunctions, the high-pressure relief valve will open and relieve excess system pressure. High pressure 157209 157208 relief valve This unit is equipped with a thermal relief valve to protect the pump from Thermal Relief Valve overheating. -
Page 10: Assembly And Initial Set-Up
Assembly and Initial Set-Up Steps for Assembly / Initial Set-Up Step 1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection Step 2. Assembly Step 3. Initial Pump & Engine Preparation Step 4. Battery Installation Each of these steps is discussed below: Step 1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection Find and separate the components identified in Figure 2 –... - Page 11 Assembly and Initial Set-Up Figure 3 – Hardware Bag contents...
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Page 12: Step 2. Assembly
Assembly and Initial Set-Up Step 2. Assembly Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 1) Install grip onto handle. 2) Attach small bumper to handle with 1/4" x 3/4" self-tapper. 3) Insert (1) 3/8” x 2-1/2” bolt through (1) flat washer and through one end of lanyard as shown. -
Page 13: Step 3. Initial Pump & Engine Preparation
Assembly and Initial Set-Up Step 3. Initial Pump & Engine Preparation Verify pump oil level. Prepare Water Pump Note: The pump is shipped with oil. 1. Verify oil level: a. Remove shipping plug and install vented dipstick. b. Verify that oil level is half way up the sight glass (or at the indicator line on the dip stick, if equipped). -
Page 14: Step 4. Battery Installation
Assembly and Initial Set-Up Step 4. Battery Installation Install a 12-volt standard lawn and garden battery (Group U1-7) with a minimum 18 amp- hour rating. The engine will not run unless a battery is installed. The battery is to be supplied by the customer and should be installed in the protective battery compartment located near the engine. -
Page 15: Moving And Handling
Moving and Handling WARNING The pressures washer is heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. Follow the instructions below for safely moving the pressure washer. Moving and Handling Moving your 1. -
Page 16: Before Each Use
(See engine Owner's Manual for oil type and capacity, and more detailed oil check/fill instructions.) Use included funnel to fill engine oil for model# 157208. WARNING: Burn hazard Never open oil port while engine is running. Hot oil can spray over face and body. -
Page 17: Step 2. Add Fuel(S)
Before Each Use to infection, gangrene, and possibly amputation. Never use a finger or skin to check for leaks. Never operate machine with damaged or missing hoses/parts. Never attempt to repair a high-pressure hose or component – Always replace it with a part that is rated at or above the pressure rating of this machine. - Page 18 Before Each Use Always follow these general safety rules when fueling: 1) Turn pressure washer off and allow to cool for at least two minutes before removing any fuel cap. Note: A running or still-hot engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. 2) Fill fuel tank OUTDOORS –...
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Page 19: Step 3. Select A Suitable Worksite
Before Each Use Step 3. Select Suitable Outdoor Worksite Before using the pressure washer, you must understand the criteria for selecting a suitable location for operation. Note that this pressure washer is for OUTDOOR USE only. WARNING You must choose a suitable site for operating your pressure washer to avoid equipment damage and/or injury and possible death from carbon monoxide poisoning, fire/explosion, uncontrolled equipment movement/tip over, or slips and falls. - Page 20 Before Each Use 2. Away from Do not locate and use the pressure washer in the presence of flammable combustible vapors, dust, gases, or other potentially combustible materials. dust, liquids, or vapors 3. Adequate The pressure washer needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for ventilation proper combustion and adequate cooling.
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Page 21: Operation
Operation After you have checked and fueled the equipment and positioned it in a suitable worksite, it is time to start your pressure washer. The following are the procedures necessary for safe, successful operation of your pressure washer. WARNING Carefully read and follow all instructions and safety information for using this pressure washer. Improper use or maintenance of the pressure washer can result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders from: ... - Page 22 2. Remove shipping plug from pump inlet and confirm rubber washer is in place. Attach garden hose to water supply. Pump outlet High pressure hose Pump inlet Pump inlet Rubber washer 157208 157209 Garden hose Attach high Attach the high pressure hose to the pressure washer's water outlet. pressure hose WARNING:...
- Page 23 Operation 3. Release the collar, making sure it springs back and re-seats to its original (non-retracted) position. (Figure 8b). Check the connection by pulling on the hose to ensure a positive connection. Correct Insertion Not Fully Inserted Collar Seated Collar NOT Seated Figure 8b Select spray Your pressure washer is equipped with four high-pressure nozzles and one...
- Page 24 Operation 1. Make sure the engine is off and the hose line depressurized. 2. To install the nozzle, pull the collar back and twist the nozzle firmly into the coupler on the end of the wand. (Figure 9a) Lance Coupler Nozzle Collar Figure 9a...
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Page 25: Step 2. Set Up For Chemical Spray (If Desired)
Operation Step 2. Set Up for Chemical Spray (if desired) Using the proper cleaning chemical for the application can speed up cleaning jobs tremendously. Your pressure washer is equipped with a chemical injection point on the downstream side of the pump for introducing cleaning chemicals into the water stream. -
Page 26: Step 3. Spraying
Operation 157209 Chemical Injector 157208 Braided hose Diluted Chemical Strainer Figure 10 Step 3. Spraying Safety rules for Before starting the pressure washer, review the following general safety operation rules for operation: Conditions for Use Know how to stop. Be thoroughly familiar with proper use of the equipment and all controls and connections. - Page 27 Operation During Use Stay alert. Watch what you are doing at all times. Clear work area. Clear the work area of all bystanders. Keep children and pets away. Keep spray away from electrical wiring. Spray contact with electrical wiring will likely result in severe electrical shock or electrocution. Hot exhaust/parts.
- Page 28 Operation Prime the water Turn on water supply and squeeze the trigger. supply CAUTION: Never run the pump without the water supply connected and turned on. Operating the pressure washer without a sufficient incoming flow of water will damage the pump. ...
- Page 29 Operation chemical than is necessary to clean the surface. 6. Allow the chemicals time to react with the dirt before rinsing. 7. Prepare to rinse by changing to a high-pressure nozzle. Changing the nozzle from the low-pressure black nozzle to a high-pressure nozzle will stop the flow of chemicals into the water stream.
- Page 30 Operation 3. Hold the spray gun firmly with two hands and a sturdy stance -- Gun kicks back when triggered. 4. Wash from the bottom to the top, using side-to-side motions. This washes away heavy dirt and allows the detergent to soak as you work toward the top.
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Page 31: Step 4. Stopping
Operation Step 4. Stopping Stop the engine using the following steps: WARNING: Never disconnect the high-pressure hose from the pump or spray gun while the system is pressurized. Relieve pressure by squeezing the spray gun trigger after the engine is turned OFF. -
Page 32: Storage
Storage Storage When you are finished using the pressure washer, you must prepare the sprayer for storage and store it in a proper location. Note: o If you will be storing the sprayer in freezing conditions, follow the instructions for preparing the sprayer for storage in freezing conditions. - Page 33 Storage 3. Obtain the materials you will need: 12" piece of garden hose or equivalent funnel approximately 6 oz. of RV antifreeze. 4. Attach the 12" garden hose piece with the funnel to the pump inlet. 5. Pour RV antifreeze into the funnel, then turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few times until antifreeze comes out of the pump outlet.
- Page 34 Storage 2. Lubricate cylinder and piston: a. Disconnect spark plug wires and remove spark plugs b. Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug holes c. Place rag over spark plug holes and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber. d.
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Page 35: Maintenance And Repair
Maintenance & Repair Inspect and maintain your pressure washer as specified below in order to keep it in safe and optimal working order. Follow all safety rules and recommended maintenance instructions. WARNING ALWAYS shut off water supply, bleed water pressure, turn off engine and disconnect the spark plug wires before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing the pressure washer. - Page 36 Maintenance & Repair Keep pressure Keep pressure washer clean. If dust or debris accumulates on the pressure washer, clean the pressure washer clean washer with a damp cloth or soft bristle brush. Do not allow air intakes to become blocked. CAUTION: Do not spray pressure washer with a garden hose or pressure washer.
- Page 37 1) Unscrew garden hose from water inlet (if connected). 2) Unscrew inlet filter. 3) Remove filter screen. 4) Run water through filter screen to clean. 5) Reassemble 157208 157209 Filter mesh Check tire pressure Check and refill tire pressure before each use.
- Page 38 Maintenance & Repair Recharge and Inspect, recharge, and maintain battery according to your battery maintain battery manufacturer's instructions. Do not store with battery charger always connected. Batteries that are over- charged can boil themselves dry and produce excessive amounts of hydrogen, an explosive gas.
- Page 39 Maintenance & Repair Instructions: 1) Make sure engine is off and spark plug wires are removed. 2) Remove belt guard. See "Parts Breakdown" section of this manual for location. 3) Loosen pump mounting bolts (4). 4) Inspect belts for wear/damage. Replace as needed. When replacing belts, always replace all –...
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Page 40: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 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 fuel tank - Make sure fuel shutoff valve is open Pressure build-up from initial use Trigger spray gun to relieve pressure Spark plug wire not attached Attach spark plug wire to spark plug... -
Page 41: Parts Explosion
Parts Explosion M157208 – Rev G... - Page 42 Part # Description Used on Ref # Part # Description Used on 786711 Fuel tank assembly w/cap 4.5GPM @ 4000PSI AR 780368 157208 pump 6" 157208 785337 4.5 mm fuel line 5GPM @ 5000PSI Comet 13" 157209 777374 157209 pump...
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Page 43: Pump Explosion
Pump Explosion M157208 – Rev G ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL 12" 157208 780368 AR, RKA 45G40HN 157208 2264 1/2" hose 20" 157209 777374 Comet Pump TWS5050S 157209 777119 1/2" hose clamp 777378 18" high psi hose 157209 2294 1/2"... -
Page 44: Summary Of Important Safety Information
Summary of Important Information This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory about how to safely use your pressure washer. WARNING Carefully read and follow all instructions and safety information for using this pressure washer. - Page 45 Summary of Important Information Installation / Initial Set-up Level, heat-resistant surface. Situate pressure washer on a firm, level, and heat-resistant surface with good drainage. Ensure it sits level and will not slide or shift during operation. Block wheels to prevent movement. ...
- Page 46 Summary of Important Information Never run the machine without sufficient lubrication or sufficient water to cool the pump. Never operate unless all safety guards are in place. Position safely. Place sprayer on firm, level ground to prevent accidental falls and equipment tip-over. ...
- Page 47 Summary of Important Information dangerous chemicals have been used with the filter and take any precautions that may have been recommended by the supplier of these chemicals. Always dispose of hazardous fluids per local, state, and national guidelines. Do not exceed pressure and or temperature limits. Do NOT operate this pump with components (such as hose, connections, and spray gun) rated for lower pressure and or temperature limits than the machine's maximum rated pressure and temperature, or component could rupture and cause serious personal injury from escaping high pressure fluids.
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Page 48: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty 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 all mechanical equipment this unit requires a due amount of care. - Page 49 This page has intentionally been left blank.
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