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Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
PRESSURE WASHER
To the Owner:
Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar pressure washer. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability,
and the top performance you demand! Take time now to read through this manual so you better understand the
machine's operation, maintenance and safety precautions. Everyone who operates this machine must read and
understand this manual. The time you take now will prolong your machine's life and prepare you for its safe
operation. Enjoy the exceptional performance of your NorthStar pressure washer, the industry leader!
The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or changes in specifications at any
time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold.
Engine Oil
Engine is shipped without oil. Fill before starting.
Use SAE 10W-30 motor oil.
Pump Oil
Pump is shipped with oil. Remove the red shipping plug and install vented dipstick.
Use SAE 30 Non-Detergent oil (item# 4043) for oil changes.
Water
Make sure your water flow is 20% higher than the pressure washer's flow rate.
Make sure your water is clean and particle free.
Storage
Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, or spray gun.
Add fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank before long term storage.
Spraying
Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals.
Chemicals
Use black nozzle.
Maintenance
Engine:
Schedule
Pump:
Read and understand all manuals before operating.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Cleans dirty surfaces with high pressure water.
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Quick Facts
Oil: change after first 20 hours, then annually or every 100 hours.
Spark Plug: clean every 100 hrs, replace annually or every 300 hrs.
Air Filter: clean every 100 hours, replace annually or every 300 hrs.
Oil: change after first 40 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
M157206R
ITEM NUMBER:157205, 157207
SERIAL NUMBER:
Engine Model:
Pump Model:
Flow:
TM
Hose Length:
Nozzle Size:
Pressure:
Lance Length:
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- Page 1 Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, or spray gun. Add fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank before long term storage. Spraying Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals. Chemicals Use black nozzle. Maintenance Engine: Oil: change after first 20 hours, then annually or every 100 hours.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Maintenance Instructions 10-11 Machine Component Identification Moving and Handling Instructions Installation Instructions Long Term Storage Operation Instructions Troubleshooting Safety Features Parts Explosions 14-15 Important Safety Instructions WARNING -Risk of Injection or Injury to Persons - Do Not Direct Discharge Stream at Persons. - Do not use a hose if exterior damage is evident. -
Page 3: Machine Component Identification
Machine Component Identification Description Description Engine Pump Oil Sight Glass Pump Oil Fill/Dipstick Startup/Shutdown Instructions Gas Cap with Gauge Fuel Shutoff Valve Battery Box... -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions I.) Unpack Separate and identify the components. Use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly. HOSE SPRAY GUN, LANCE, NOZZLE HOLDER MAIN UNIT FUEL TANK CAP HARDWARE HANDLES (MAY ALREADY WHEELS BE INSTALLED) FIG02225... - Page 5 Hardware Bag...
- Page 6 II.) Assembly Instructions V.) Battery III.) Pump Preparation A.) Remove red shipping plug from oil fill hole. Warning: Sulfuric acid is a corrosive poison. B.) Install vented dipstick into oil fill hole. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Always C.) Make sure the oil is 1/2 way up oil sight glass.
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Page 7: Operation Instructions
Operating Instructions Read and understand the entire manual before operating the pressure washer. Follow these instructions every time you use the pressure washer. I.) Pre-Operation III.) Attach Garden Hose A.) Position the machine for easy access to all Remove shipping plug from pump inlet and confirm controls. - Page 8 IV.) Attach High Pressure Hose VIII.) Applying Chemicals Your pressure washer hose is equipped with quick couplers. Simply pull the collar back and push the WARNING: Only use NorthStar pressure washer coupler onto the nipple. Make sure the collar slides over chemicals or chemicals specifically formulated for the ball bearings.
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Page 9: Safety Features
WARNING: Do not inhale the exhaust from the A.) Turn engine OFF. engine. Do not point the lance at anyone even if the engine has stopped because there could be a B.) Close engine fuel line valve. C.) Turn water supply OFF. release of water under retained pressure if the spray D.) Actuate spray gun trigger to relieve system pressure. -
Page 10: Maintenance Instructions
157207 Maintenance Instructions *Refer to the Honda Engine Owner’s Manual Filter Mesh for Engine Maintenance Instructions Maintenance Mode Before performing any maintenance on the pressure washer, it must be placed in maintenance mode. A.) Turn off engine B.) Turn off water supply C.) Bleed water from system D.) Shut off fuel valve E.) Unplug spark plug wire from spark plug... - Page 11 157205 Belt Tension Oil Fill Some general rules of belt tension are: 1.) Ideal tension is the lowest tension without belt slippage. 2.) Over tightening decreases belt and bearing life. 3.) Keep belts clean and free of foreign material that may cause slippage. 4.) Tighten belts when slipping.
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Page 12: Moving And Handling Instructions
Moving and Handling Instructions Maneuvering Your Pressure Washer Lifting Your Pressure Washer 1.) Pull the handles up with both hands. 1.) To reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that two 2.) Push the pressure washer forward as you walk. adults lift the pressure washer. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ENGINE WILL NOT START Causes Solutions Low Oil Shutdown Fill engine with the adequate amount of oil Cold Engine Choke engine to start No Fuel Add gas to engine - Make sure fuel shutoff valve is open Pressure build-up from initial use Trigger spray gun to relieve pressure Engine not turned ON Place ON/OFF switch in the ON position... - Page 14 M157206R Parts Breakdown ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL 780367 16 HP Briggs Vanguard 157205 777352 Battery Box 39314 24 HP V-Twin Honda 157207 777108 24" Black Battery Cable 35166 4000 IPW Decal 157205 32839 42" Red Battery Cable 35166...
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Page 15: Parts Explosions
Parts Explosion (continued) Item Numbers: 157205, 157207 Revision R ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL ITEM DESCRIPTION MODEL 12" 157205 780368 AR, RKA 45G40HN 157205 2264 ½” hose 20" 157207 780352 AR pump riser 157205 777119 ½" hose clamp 777374 Comet Pump TWS5050S 157207 2294 ½"NPT X ½"... - Page 16 Manufactured by Northern Tool + Equipment Co., 2800 SouthCross Drive West P.O. Box 1499 Burnsville, MN 55337-0499...