North Star M157594I - Manual (Page 2)

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Equipment Protection Quick Facts
Inspect Upon
Delivery
STOP! Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See the
"Assembly and Initial Set-Up" section for instructions on whom to contact to report
missing or damaged parts.
Fill with
Engine Oil
STOP! Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start pressure washer without adding oil
to engine. Please refer to Engine Manual shipped with unit for acceptable grade motor
oils.
Check Pump
Oil
Pump is shipped with oil. Discard shipping tape and check pump oil level before
starting.
Battery
Required
A battery is not included. The engine will not run and the burner will not fire unless a
battery is installed. Purchase a standard 12VDC, 18 Ah automotive battery (Group 75).
Water Flow
Requirements
Make sure your supply water flow rate is 20% higher than the pressure washer's flow
rate (see "Specifications" section for detail), and that your water is clean and particle
free.
Storage Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, coil, or spray gun(s).
Chemical
Spraying
Use only NorthStar brand or equivalent washer chemicals designed for high-pressure
use. Use soap adjustment knob to regulate cleaning power.
Maintenance
Schedule
Engine:  See Engine Owner's manual.
Pump:  Change oil after first 40 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.
Burner fuel filter
/water separator:  Drain water as needed.
 Change filter after every 500 hours of use.
Coil:
 Descale coil annually or more frequently as
conditions/performance require.
 Inspect coil for soot build-up annually and desoot if needed.
Electrodes:  Inspect electrodes annually and clean/adjust as needed