During Operation; During Storage / Troubleshooting - North Star M109161E.4 Owner's Manual

Summary of Important Safety Information

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INSPECT and PREPARE water pump before each use as directed in this manual.
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DO NOT USE flammable or corrosive chemicals in the water pump.
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DO NOT RUN water pump while unattended.
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FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS for SAFELY FUELING/REFUELING THE ENGINE. Gasoline is
flammable and can explode. Always use caution when handling gasoline.
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DO NOT START water pump until ready to spray in order to avoid unintentional release.
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SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear personal protective
equipment and follow safety instructions.
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Hot muffler. If you are starting a warm engine, stay clear of muffler. It may still be hot enough to burn you.
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Unattended. Never leave the machine unattended while the engine is running.
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Under the influence. Never operate, or let anyone else operate, the water pump while under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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Adjusting/Repairing. Turn off engine and remove spark plug cap before cleaning, inspecting, or servicing the
water pump.
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Carbon monoxide. The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you. You
CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the water pump, shut
off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Other exhaust dangers. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Avoid inhalation of exhaust.
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Let engine cool before storing. Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing. A hot engine can be a
fire hazard.
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Storage location. Store the water pump in a location away from sources of heat, open flames, sparks or pilot
lights – such as water heaters, space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, or other gas appliances. Even if the water
pump's gas tank is empty, residual gasoline vapors could ignite.
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Gasoline storage. Store extra gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL approved, tightly sealed container.
Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure.
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Periodic maintenance. Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the water pump in safe
working condition.

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PREPARE THE WATER PUMP FOR STORAGE according to the instructions in this manual.
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SELECT a well-ventilated STORAGE AREA away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks. Gasoline
vapors can ignite and cause a fire.
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READ and FOLLOW the safety rules for troubleshooting / servicing the water pump to avoid accidental
exposure to chemical and risk of electric shock.
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