About Your Pressure Washer - North Star 1572081 Owner's Manual

Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Pressure Washer!
It is designed for long life, dependability, and top
performance.
Intended Use. Produce a high-pressure water spray.
Incorporate cleaning chemicals into a low-pressure
water spray.
Note: Do not use for other purposes, as unforeseen
hazards or equipment damage may result.
Gasoline powered pressure washers are for
OUTDOOR USE ONLY. Be sure to read about site
selection for running this pressure washer in the "Initial
Set-up" section of this manual.
Water Supply. The pump requires a clean, standard tap
water supply provided through a garden hose at a flow
rate of at least 6 gallons per minute. The use of a
backflow preventer on the water supply hose is
recommended and may be required by local code. Any
cleaning chemicals that are used must be specifically
approved for use in pressure washers.
Power Source. The pressure washer is powered by a
gasoline engine.
Supplies Required. Normal operation will require you
to supply:
Pressure Washer pump oil

Gasoline

Engine oil

12-Volt standard lawn and garden battery

Personal Protection Equipment
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See "Specifications" section of this manual for more
detail.

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Site Location. Intended for outdoor use only.
Personal Protection. Wear safety apparel during
operation, including safety glasses with side and top
protection. Ear protection is also recommended if
working near any operating engine. Other safety apparel
includes waterproof insulated gloves, safety glasses
with side and top protection, and non-slip protective
footwear. Cleaning chemicals may require the use of
respiration mask; refer to chemical label for further
instruction.
Adult control only. Only trained adults should set up
and operate the pressure washer. Do not let children
operate.
Under The Influence. Never operate, or let anyone else
operate, the pressure washer while fatigued or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
WARNING: Read this Manual
Carefully read and follow all instructions and safety
information for using this pressure washer. Improper
use or maintenance of the pressure washer can result
in serious injury or death to the operator or
bystanders.
ATTENTION: Rental Companies and Private
Owners who loan this equipment to others!
All persons to whom you rent/loan this pressure washer
to must have access to and read this manual. Keep this
owner's manual with the pressure washer at all times
and advise all persons who will operate the machine to
read it. You must also provide personal instruction on
how to safely set-up and operate the pressure washer
and remain available to answer any questions a
renter/borrower might have. Owner's Manuals are
available from NorthStar at 1-800-270-0810.