Maintenance And Repair - North Star M157595BK Owner's Manual

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.
ALWAYS shut off water supply, bleed water pressure, turn off engine and disconnect the
spark plug before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing the pressure washer. After servicing,
make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced before using.
Item
Remove dust/debris accumulation
Inspect fuel system
Inspect spray system
Clean water filter
Check tire pressure
Recharge and maintain battery
Perform engine maintenance
Change pump oil
Maintain burner's fuel filter / water separator
Descale coil
Inspect and desoot coil if needed
Inspect/clean/adjust electrodes
See detailed instructions for each maintenance item below.
(Note: For end-of-the-season storage instructions, see the "Storage" section of this
manual.)
Follow safety rules
Maintenance & Repair
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance & Repair-Detailed Instructions
Read and follow these safety rules whenever you will be servicing the
pressure washer:
•
Turn off / relieve pressure first. Always turn off pressure washer and
relieve system pressure before inspection or maintenance. Remove spark
plug or spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
•
Fuel valve off. Turn fuel shut-off valve to OFF position before transporting
or servicing the pressure washer.
•
Replace guards. Make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced after
servicing the pressure washer.
•
Major repair. Major service, including the installation or replacement of
parts, should be performed only by a qualified electrical service technician.
WARNING
As needed
Each use
Each use
Each use
Each use
As specified in Battery Manufacturer's
instructions
As specified in Engine Owner's manual
• After first 40 hours of use
• Every 3 months or 500 hours of use after that
• Drain water as needed
• Change filter after every 500 hours of use
Annually or more frequently as use and
performance require (see instructions)
Annually
Annually
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Frequency