Summary Of Important Safety Information - North Star M1574210J Owner's Manual

Electric hot water/steam pressure washer

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This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been presented

throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory about how to safely use

your pressure washer.

Carefully read and understand the following safety information before using the pressure

washer. Improper use or maintenance of the pressure washer can result in serious injury or death

to the operator or bystanders from:

•

Carbon monoxide poisoning

•

Skin/eye injury from high

pressure spray

• Read all instructions. Read and understand this Owner's Manual and the Motor Owner's Manual completely before attempting

to set-up and use the pressure

• Instruct all operators. The pressure washer's owner must instruct all operators and potential renters in safe pressure washer

set-up and operation. Do not allow anyone to operate the pressure washer who has not read the Owner's Manual and been

instructed on its safe use. Owner's Manuals are available from NorthStar at 1-800-270-0810.

• Adult control only. Only trained adults should set up and operate the pressure washer. Do not let children operate. Pressure

washers can generate forces greater than children can control and require judgment beyond what can be expected of children.

• Under the influence. Never operate, or let anyone else operate, the pressure washer while fatigued or under the influence of

alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Understand intended use. Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this pressure washer. Do not use for other

purposes, as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result.

Never modify or alter the pressure washer in any way or deactivate any safety device. Modifications can create serious safety hazards

and will also void the warranty.

• Fuel/exhaust system. Never add to or modify the exhaust system, fuel tank, or fuel lines. Carbon monoxide poisoning, fuel leaks,

fire or explosion could result.

• Unloader valve. Do not attempt to alter the unloader valve's maximum pressure. Excess pressure could cause serious injury from

escaping high-pressure fluids and/or pump damage. Any alteration other than turning the adjustment knob will void your warranty.

• Guards. Do not operate pressure washer unless all guards and cover shields are in place.

• Level, heat-resistant surface. Situate pressure washer on a firm, level, and heat-resistant surface with good drainage. Ensure it

sits level and will not slide or shift during operation. Block wheels to prevent movement.

• Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning – Use outside only! Exhaust fumes from both the Motor and the burner contain carbon

monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see, smell, or taste. The CO generated by the pressure washer can rapidly

accumulate, even in areas that appear to be well ventilated, resulting in dangerous and fatal concentrations within minutes. To

prevent dangerous CO build-up:

• ONLY use pressure washer outdoors and at least 20 feet from the home, away from windows, vents, and air intakes, to allow

proper ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the pressure washer, shut off the Motor and get to fresh air

RIGHT AWAY.

• NEVER run pressure washer in an enclosed or partially enclosed location such as a building, garage, shed, or vehicle. Running a

fan or opening windows will not provide adequate ventilation to prevent dangerous CO build-up.