NorthStar MHOTPWR - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Table of Contents; Important Safety Instructions; WARNING; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Page 3 – Grounding Instructions; For a product rated 125 volts or less:; For a product rated more than 125 volts:; GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION; Extension Cords
- Page 4 – Dimensions
- Page 5 – Machine Component Identification; Description
- Page 6 – Installation Instructions
- Page 7 – Wheel Retainer
- Page 8 – AR PUMPS; CAT; Quantities Of Fluid
- Page 10 – Operating Instructions; Follow these instructions every time you use the pressure washer.
- Page 11 – Spray Angle; Nozzle
- Page 12 – To Stop; Safety Features
- Page 13 – Maintenance Instructions; Recommended Service Parts List; What to Check
- Page 14 – Pump
- Page 16 – Remove the 4 nuts that attach the burner to the
- Page 17 – Moving and Handling Instructions; Maneuvering Your Pressure Washer; Long Term Storage
- Page 18 – Troubleshooting Guide
P r o v e n P e r f o r m a n c e
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MHOTPWR
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER
:
Cleans dirty surfaces with high
pressure hot water.
To the Owner:
Thank you for purchasing a Northstar hot water 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 hot water 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.
Quick Facts
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.
Storage
Do not allow water to freeze in the pump, hose, coil, or spray gun.
Spraying
Chemicals
Use any North Star brand or equivalent pressure washer chemicals.
Adjust soap adjustment knob to regulate cleaning power.
Maintenance
Schedule
Pump:
Oil: change after first 50 hours, then every 3 months or 500 hours.
Read and understand all manuals before operating.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders
In the United States
In the United Kingdom
Northstar Customer Service
Call 02392639752
Call 1-800-270-0810
Northern Tool and Equipment Co. (UK) Ltd.
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Unit 2, Keel Close,
Saturday 7:30 AM-11:30 AM Central Time
Portsmouth, Hants PO3 5QD, England
ITEM NUMBER: 157321,322,325,326
SERIAL NUMBER:
HP:______ Volts:______ Amp:______ Ph:_____
RPM:____ PSI:____ GPM:____ Nozzle Size:_____
Pump:___________ Hose:______ Lance:_______
Max. Discharge Temperature:_____________
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Summary
2 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions 2 Safety Features 12 Grounding Instructions 3 Maintenance Instructions 13-16 Extension Cords 3 Moving and Handling Instructions 17 Specifications 4 Long Term Storage 17 Machine ComponentIdentification 5 Troubleshooting 18-19 Installation Instructions...
3 Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance forelectric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-groundingconductor and a grounding plug. T...
4 Specifications Item Number 157321 157322 157325 157326 Pressure Rating 1000 psi 1000 psi 2000 psi 2000 psi Flow Output 2 gpm 2 gpm 3.5 gpm 3.5 gpm Pump Type Ceramic Triplex Plunger Ceramic Triplex Plunger Ceramic Triplex Plunger Ceramic Triplex Plunger Water Supply Standard tap water @ 20-100psi S...
