Prepare Water Pump; Battery Installation - North Star M1571493E Owner's Manual

Cold water, belt drive pressure washer
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Prepare Water Pump

1. Verify pump oil level.
Note: The pump is shipped with oil.
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).
2. If oil level is low, fill using the type of pump oil
specified below. See the "Specifications" section
of this manual to determine the type of pump that
came equipped with this pressure washer.
Pump
NorthStar
3. Replace oil fill cap.
OIL FILL CAP
SIGHT GLASS
OIL DRAIN PLUG
Initial Set-up
Oil Type
• SAE 30 Non-
Detergent Oil or
Comet Pump Oil
(Part# 22022)
FIG06859
Prepare Engine
1. Fill engine with oil.
Note: Engine is shipped without oil. You must add
oil before first use.
a. Refer to engine's manual to locate oil-fill
port and for instructions on filling. Use
the oil grade and quantity specified in the
Engine Manual.
WARNING: Burn Hazard
Never open oil port while engine is running. Hot oil can
spray over face and body.

Battery Installation

1. Install a 12-volt standard lawn and garden
battery (Group U1-7) with a minimum of 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 tray located near the
engine.
2. Following the steps below for connecting and
disconnecting the battery:
WARNING: Battery Hazards
Batteries are hazardous because they contain
caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can
cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised
when making connections to a battery to avoid
shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent
any sparking that could lead to an explosion.
ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules
and instructions.
General Battery Safety Rules
ALWAYS use eye protection and protective
clothing when handling batteries.
NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other
sources of ignition.
NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same
time with your hand or any non-insulated tools.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush
immediately with water and neutralize with baking
soda.
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