Storage; Preparing For Storage; Removing From Storage - North Star 1572214 Owner's Manual

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When not in use, store indoors. For long term or winter storage, prepare by running RV antifreeze (DO
NOT USE automotive antifreeze) through the system. This will keep internal parts lubricated, protect
against corrosion, and keep the unit from freezing.
• The pump will be damaged if it freezes.
• Protect the pump from freezing during storage by following the instructions
below.

Preparing for storage:

1. Flush with water
2. Add antifreeze
3. Spray briefly

Removing from storage:

1. Drain
2. Flush with water
3. Disposal

Storage

CAUTION
Fill the tank with fresh water and run through the system for two minutes.
Operate the system until the system is completely flushed.
DO NOT add antifreeze before flushing the system as bleach can react
with antifreeze.
Pour RV antifreeze (DO NOT USE automotive antifreeze) into the pump
system.
Note: RV antifreeze is non-toxic and biodegradable and generally safer for
the environment than automotive antifreeze.
Turn on the pump and run the pump system briefly until fluid sprays.
Drain the antifreeze left in the pump system into a suitable container.
Fill pump system with fresh water and run through the system. Operate the
pump until the system is completely flushed. Be sure to set up containers to
capture the antifreeze flush water.
DO NOT add bleach back into the sprayer before flushing the system as
bleach can react with antifreeze.
Dispose of the antifreeze and flush water properly.
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