Before Each Use; Step 1. Check Equipment - North Star 157208 Owner's Manual

Follow the steps below prior to each use of the pressure washer.

Step 1. Check Equipment

Step 2. Add Fuel(s)
Step 3. Select Suitable Worksite
Check/add
pump oil
Check/add
engine oil
Inspect spray
system

Before Each Use

Steps to Follow Before Each Use
Step 1. Check Equipment
Check/add pump oil.
Caution: Never run the pump without sufficient lubrication!
1. Check oil level. Verify that oil level is half way up the sight glass (or at the
indicator line on the dip stick).
2. If oil level is low, fill using the type of oil specified below:
(See "Specifications" section of this manual to determine the type of pump
that came equipped with this pressure washer.)
a. For AR pumps: SAE 30 Non-Detergent Oil
b. For Comet: Use Universal Tractor Transmission Oil or Mobil 1
Synthetic 15W-50 oil.
3. Replace fill cap.
Check the engine oil level and add oil as needed.
 Use the recommended oil type for your engine and expected ambient
conditions. (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.
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Notes:
o Low oil shutdown feature prevents the engine from starting without sufficient
oil.
o Engine is shipped without oil. You must add oil before first use.
Always inspect spray system for damage and leaks before each use.
Do not start pressure washer until all needed repairs have been completed.
WARNING:
High-pressure fluid discharge from leaks (even pin-sized) or ruptured
components can pierce skin and inject fluid into the body. Injection
injury can result in blood poisoning and/or severe tissue damage leading
High pressure fluid injection hazard
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