Before Each Use; Step 1: Inspect Equipment; Electrical; Pump Oil - North Star 1574210 Owner's Manual

Follow the steps below prior to each use.

Step 1: Inspect Equipment

Electrical

•
Inspect cord before using. Do not use if cord is
damaged.
•
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
•
Keep all connections dry and off the ground.
•
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
•
If product is provided with a GFCI built into the
power cord plug, use only identical parts if
replacement is necessary.

Pump Oil

•
Check oil level with sight glass (or dip stick). If low,
add type of oil indicated below.
CAUTION
Pump Model
GP EVO 1574210
GP
1574213
EP1812
CAT 4DX 1574211
CAT 4DNX 1574212
Never run the pump without sufficient lubrication!
•
Replace oil fill cap after any additions.

Spray System

Because of the high-pressure fluid hazards, a special
check must be made before each use to look for signs
of wear, cracks, looseness or leaks in the hoses, fittings,
wand, trigger gun and connections. See special
instructions for checking and repairing high-pressure
hoses within the "Maintenance & Repair" section.
Check and clean nozzle orifice.
•
Clean garden hose water inlet filter. (See
•
Maintenance instructions.)
WARNING: High pressure fluid injection
hazard
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 to
infection, gangrene, and possibly amputation.

Before Each Use

Oil Type
SAE 30 Non-Detergent Oil or
Pressure Washer Pump Oil
(Part# 4043)
SAE 30 Non- Detergent Oil
or
Cat Pump Oil part # 22158
WARNING: Respond to fluid injection
immediately
If injured by high-pressure fluid, no matter how small
the wound is, see a doctor at once. A typical injection
injury may be a small puncture wound that does not
look serious. However, severe infection or reaction can
result if proper medical treatment is not administered
immediately by a doctor who is familiar with injection
injuries.
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 part that is
rated at or above the pressure rating of this
machine.
Burner Fuel System (if heated water to be
used)
Inspect Burner fuel system for leaks BEFORE starting
pressure washer. Look for:
Signs of leaks, wetted areas, or deterioration
•
Chafed or spongy fuel hose
•
Loose connections
•
Loose or missing fuel hose clamps
•
Damaged fuel tank
•
WARNING: Fuel leak hazard
Burner fuels are highly flammable and fuel leaks can
result in fire or explosions. You can be burned and
seriously injured if there is a fuel leak when you start
the pressure washer.

Periodic Maintenance

Other periodic maintenance is listed within the
"Maintenance & Repair" section.
Note: Do not start pressure washer until all
needed repairs have been completed.

Step 2. Check and Fill Burner Fuel Tank

If you are planning to use heated water, check level of
burner fuel tank. If fuel is needed, use #1 or #2 diesel,
B5 or lower biodiesel, kerosene or fuel oil. Use these
precautions each time you fill:
1. Regularly inspect fuel systems for leaks.
2. Fill fuel tank OUTDOORS- never indoors, and
stay away from all sources of heat, sparks and
flames.
3. Use an UL approved portable container to
transfer fuel to machine.
14