Inspect Fuel System/Check For Leaks - North Star 157121 Owner's Manual

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Fuel Fire/Explosion Hazard
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Heat,
sparks, and flames can ignite fuel vapors, which can
become widespread during fueling. A flash fire
and/or explosion could result and cause serious
injury or death. Always use extreme care when
handling fuels. Carefully follow all instructions to
avoid the following conditions which could result in
fuel ignition:
• gas vapor collection inside enclosures
• static electric sparks
• sparks from electric wiring, batteries, or running
engines
• sources of heat (such as a hot engine exhaust)
• open flames, including pilot lights
Always follow these general safety rules when
fueling:
1) Turn pressure washer off and allow to cool for at
least two minutes before removing any fuel cap.
Note: A running or still-hot engine is hot enough to
ignite fuel.
2) Fill fuel tank OUTDOORS – never indoors. Fuel
vapors can ignite if they collect inside and enclosure
and explosion can result.
3) Stay away from all sources of heat, sparks, and
flames. Do not smoke.
4) Never pump fuel directly into the gas tank at a gas
station – it could cause a static electric spark.
Follow these steps to avoid static electric sparking
during fueling:
Use an approved portable container to transfer
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fuel to the pressure washer's tank. (A portable
container made of metal or conductive plastic is
preferred because it dissipates charge to ground
more readily.)
Always place container on the ground to be
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filled. Never fill the portable gas container while
it is sitting inside a vehicle, trailer, trunk, or pick-
up truck bed.
Dissipate static charge from your body before
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beginning the fueling process by touching a
grounded metal object at a safe distance from
fuel sources.
Keep nozzle in contact with container while
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filling. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
5) Clean up fuel spills/splashes immediately.
WARNING
Operation
If possible, move the pressure washer away
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from spilled fuel on the ground.
Wipe up spilled fuel and wait 5 minutes for
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excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine.
Fuel soaked rags are flammable and should be
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disposed of properly.
If fuel is spilled on your skin or clothes, change
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clothes and wash skin immediately.
Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Check the gasoline tank level. If needed, fill tank
with fresh unleaded gasoline from a portable container:
1) Remove engine gas cap.
2) Add gasoline through the fill opening:
- Use only a UL-approved portable gasoline
container to transfer the gasoline to engine's tank.
- Do NOT overfill the gasoline tank. Allow at least
1/2" of empty space below the fill neck to allow for
fuel expansion.
3) Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
4) Store extra gasoline in a cool, dry place in a UL-
approved container.

Inspect Fuel System/Check for Leaks

Inspect the engine fuel system and check for leaks
before each use.
Do not start pressure washer until all needed repairs
have been completed.
Gasoline fuel is highly explosive and fuel leaks
can result in fire or explosions. You can be
burned and seriously injured if the fuel system is
not properly hooked up or there is a fuel leak
when you start the engine.
Inspect the entire fuel system. Look for:
signs of leaks or deterioration
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chafed or spongy fuel hose
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WARNING
Fuel Leak Hazard