Inspect Spray System; Clean Inlet Filter; Check Tire Pressure; Change Pump Oil - North Star 1572081 Owner's Manual

CAUITION
Do not spray pressure washer with a
garden hose or pressure washer. Water
may enter the pressure washer and
cause damage.

Inspect Spray System

Inspect spray system for damage and leaks before
each use.
Do not start pressure washer until all needed repairs
have been completed.
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.
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 a part that is rated at or above the
pressure rating of this machine.
1) Check hoses, fittings, wand, trigger gun and
connections for signs of wear, cracks, looseness, or
leaks. Replace as required.
2) Check and clean the nozzle orifice.

Clean Inlet Filter

Clean the inlet filter before each use.
WARNING: Filter Disposal
When cleaning filters, check whether
dangerous chemicals have been used with
the filter and take any precautions that may
be recommended by the manufacturer of
these chemicals. Always dispose of
hazardous fluids per local, state, and
national guidelines.
1) Unscrew garden hose from water inlet (if
connected).
2) Unscrew inlet filter.
3) Remove filter screen.
4) Run water through filter screen to clean.
5) Reassemble
1572081 & 1572082
Filter

Check Tire Pressure

Check and refill tire pressure before each use.
1) Remove air cap on tire.
2) Check tire pressure.
3) If needed, fill tire to 30 psi (2.07 bar). Do not
overinflate.
Replace air cap.

Change Pump Oil

Change the pump oil after the first 50 hours of use,
and then after every 3 months or 500 hours of use after
that.
1. Remove drain plug from pump.
2. Drain pump oil into suitable container and dispose
of responsibly.
3. Reinstall oil drain plug.
4. Make sure unit is sitting level.
5. Fill pump to the middle of sight glass (or at the
indicator line on the dip stick). Use 15 oz. of SAE 30
Non-Detergent Oil.
Replace oil fill cap
.
1572081 &1572082
Sight glass
Oil drain plug
1572091 & 1572092
Sight glass
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Oil drain plug
1572091 & 1572092
Filter
Oil fill cap
Oil fill cap