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Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
Cold Water 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.
Pump Oil
Pump is shipped with oil. Change oil plug and check pump oil level before starting.
Use SAE 30 Non-detergent pump oil (item# 4043) or Cat Pump oil (item# 22158) 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. Maximum inlet water temp.
Storage
Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, or spray gun.
Spraying
Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals.
Chemicals
Adjust soap adjustment knob to regulate cleaning power.
Maintenance
Pump:
Schedule
Read and understand all manuals before operating.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders
:
Quick Facts
Oil: change after first 50 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
M157304G
HP:______ Volts:______ Amp:______ Ph:_____
RPM:____ PSI:____ GPM:____ Nozzle Size:_____
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Pump:___________ Hose:______ Lance:_______
Max. Discharge Temperature:_____________
Cleans dirty surfaces with high-pressure water.
ITEM NUMBER: 157304
SERIAL NUMBER:
140°F (60°C)
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- Page 1 Make sure your water is clean and particle free. Maximum inlet water temp. 140°F (60°C) Storage Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, or spray gun. Spraying Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals. Chemicals Adjust soap adjustment knob to regulate cleaning power. Maintenance Pump: Oil: change after first 50 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Maintenance Instructions 10-11 Grounding Instructions Long Term Storage Machine Component Identification Troubleshooting Installation Instructions Parts Breakdowns 13-15 Operating Instructions 8-10 Wiring Diagram Limited Warranty 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 157304 Ref # Description Ref # Description Inlet/Filter Pump On/Off Switch Unloader High Pressure Outlet Motor... -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions I.) Unpack Separate and identify all components. Use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly. - Page 5 Hardware Bag - Separate and identify all components. Use the assembly instructions in this manual for assembly.
- Page 6 II.) Assembly Instructions 7. Install four rubber feet onto base with four 1/4” x 3/4” A. 1. To spray chemical, insert the chemical injector into flange bolts and four flange nuts. Use the same bolts to the quick connect outlet of the pressure washer as install cross members when installing the rubber feet.
- Page 7 III.) Wiring Instructions This pressure washer is shipped without a power cord Step 3: Locate terminal block inside the electrical and is intended to be hard wired into your electrical housing and attach wires (like colors should be across system. The following instructions will help you to hard from each other).
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Page 8: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Read and understand the entire manual before operating the pressure washer. Follow these instructions every time you use the pressure washer. III.) Before Starting I.) Pre-Operation WARNING: Check hoses, fittings, wand, gun and A.) Position the machine for easy access to all cords daily for signs of wear, cracks and looseness, and controls. - Page 9 Color of Nozzle: Spray Angle Used For: WARNING: Only use North Star pressure washer Highest Impact chemicals or chemicals specifically formulated for Yellow Tough Stains/ pressure washers. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s Stripping recommendations.
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Page 10: Maintenance Instructions
All mechanical equipment, no matter how well designed, Bolts Each Use Check for Loose will need repairs. A North Star pressure washer is no Bolts exception. At times, a North Star pressure washer may be inoperable because repairs are required. -
Page 11: Long Term Storage
Changing The Pump Oil Quantities Of Fluid Change oil after first 50 hours, then every 3 months or Pump Type of Fluid 500 hours CAT 5CP3120 SAE 30** 17.0oz (0.41L) 1.) Remove oil drain plug **Non-Detergent Oil (order Cat Item# 22158 pump oil.) 2.) Drain pump oil 3.) Replace oil drain plug Oil Cap... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide Pressure Washer Will Not Run At All - No Power Causes Solutions Machine turned OFF Turn Pump switch ON Line circuit breaker tripped Check for tripped circuit breaker in building Circuit Breaker Trips Causes Solutions Voltage too low Check the voltage Circuit Breaker Overloaded Make sure there is no other equipment using the same circuit. -
Page 13: Parts Breakdowns
157304 Rev G Parts Breakdown S t a r t S h u t 1 . ) C o n n e c t 1 . ) T u r n 2 . ) C o n n e c t 2 . - Page 14 157304 Rev G Parts Breakdown ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION ITEM PART# DESCRIPTION 777123 Strain relief, 10 GA. cord 2264 1/2” black bypass hose 18” 778294 Brace 2263 1/2” hose clamp 33555 Warning decal 35189 Warning rotating decal 778268 Rear panel 30048 ½...
- Page 15 Pump Breakdown 5CP3120 VALVE KIT 33060 ITEM PART # 17547 46658 46429 43750 46583 17549 SEAL KIT 33629 ITEM PART # 46730 43316 13978 43319 ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 30057 Key (M6) 45697 Washer, Keyhole (M18) 96031 Screw, Sem HC M8x16 46884...
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Page 16: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram... -
Page 17: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Dear Valued Customer: The NorthStar Product you just purchased is built with the finest material and craftsmanship. Use this product properly and enjoy the benefits from its high performance. By purchasing a NorthStar product, you show a desire for quality and durability. Like all mechanical equipment this unit requires a due amount of care. - Page 18 Manufactured by Northern Tool + Equipment Co., 2800 SouthCross Drive West P.O. Box 1499 Burnsville, MN 55337-0499...