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NORTHSTAR 4000 PSI User manual

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Component Identification
6
Ref # Descri
p
tion Ref # Descri
p
tion Ref # Descri
p
tion
1 Unloader 8 Ball Valve (feed tank) 15 En
g
ine Ke
y
Switch
2 En
g
ine (see engine manual) 9 Ball Valve (city tap water) 16 Circuit Breaker
3 Inlet Plumbin
g
10 Water Filter 17 Heat Switch
4 Diesel Tank 11 Control Panel 18 Thermostat
5 Gasoline Tank 12 Batter
y
Box
(
batter
not included
)
19 Indicator Li
g
ht
(
p
ressure sw.
)
6 Pump 13 Pressure Switch 20 Indicator Li
g
ht (thermostat)
7 Water Inlet (feed tank) 14 Water Outlet (high pressure)
Component Identification
7
REFERENCE GUIDE
1. Unloader Valve that regulates pressure and directs flow into bypass
when tri
g
g
er is closed.
2. En
g
ine The air-cooled en
g
ine
p
owers the
p
um
p
.
3. Inlet Plumbin
g
Means of connectin
g
g
arden hose to
p
um
p
inlet.
4. Diesel Tank Diesel fuel stora
g
e container.
5. Gasoline Tank Gasoline fuel stora
g
e container.
6. Pump A device that moves fluid through a combination of suction
and dis
p
lacement.
7. Water Inlet (feed tank) Used to connect water from the feed tank to the inlet
p
lumbin
g
.
8. Ball Valve
(
feed tank
)
Used to o
p
en or close the water line from feed tank.
9. Ball Valve
(
cit
y
ta
p
water
)
Used to o
p
en or close the water line from cit
y
ta
p
.
10. Water Filter Filters water
p
rior to enterin
g
the
p
um
p
.
11. Control Panel Flat surface for mountin
g
switches.
12. Batter
y
Box Stora
g
e
p
lace to house the batter
y
.
13. Pressure Switch Controls burner.
14. Water Outlet Connect hi
g
h
p
ressure hose here.
15. En
g
ine Ke
y
Switch Start en
g
ine b
y
turnin
g
clockwise.
16. Circuit Breaker Push to reset circuit breaker to protect against electrical
overloads.
17. Heat Switch On/off device for
p
ower to burner com
p
onents.
18. Thermostat Ad
j
ust the water tem
p
erature.
19. Indicator Light (pressure
switch
)
Instrument used to monitor unit operation. Should be
illuminated when the
g
un is in use.
20. Indicator Light (thermostat) Instrument used to monitor unit operation. Should be
illuminated when the
g
un is in use and the burner is firin
g
.
Safety Labeling
8
Always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition. If a safety label is
missing or not legible, order new labels or unsafe operation could result. To order replacement
safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810.
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Safety Labeling
9
On-Product Warning Labels
Ref # Part # Description
1 782325 Danger & Warning
2 305410 Caution Hot
3 777721 Operating Instructions
4 777778 Towing/Moving Instructions
5 786633 Towing Warning
6 782397 Battery Hazard
7798057 Rupture Disk Warning
32821 TFG Lanyard
Engines
Honda
POWERED by
NEVER use inside any building, structure or
garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open.
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY ! Using this pressure washer indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust and burner exhaust contain carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot
see or smell.
High pressure spray can cause injection injury, eye injury, and
loss of balance. Hot discharge fluid and hot surfaces can burn.
NEVER direct discharge stream at or near any person. Do not
allow any part of the body to come in contact with the fluid stream.
Gun kicks back - hold with two hands. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
Surfaces of engine, burner, and wand can become very hot. Use
only designated gripping area of wand. Avoid contact with hot
engine and burner.
Spraying flammables can cause explosion. Fuel is flammable
and explosive. Exhaust can ignite combustible materials.
NEVER spray flammable liquids. Operate only where open flame
or torch is permitted.
NEVER fuel a running or hot engine or oil burner.
Ensure there are no fuel leaks before starting. Keep sources of
sparks and flames away.
Use approved container only for transferring fuel. Clean up f uel
spills immediately.
Keep engine and burner exhaust at least 7 feet from all
combustible objects. Situate on heat-resistant flooring when
using burner.
Understand all safety hazards and first aid measures for chemicals
being used.
Follow chemical manufacturer's directions when handling and
cleaning with chemicals. Wear safety gear as directed.
Keep spray away from electrical wiring, or electric shock /
electrocution could occur.
CAUTION: To Reduce Risk of Injury, Read Operating Instructions Carefully Before Using.
782325
Chemical Exposure Hazard
Electric Shock Hazard
Only use OUTSIDE and far away from
windows, doors, and vents.
Fire / Explosion Hazard
High Pressure Fluid Forces / Burn Hazards
782397
MOVING/TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Towing trailer:
-Latch coupler securely to class 3 or higher
hitch with 2" ball.
-Make sure hitched trailer sits level.
-Crank jack to UP position and remove
caster wheel.
-Attach safety chains to the tow vehicle.
-Check local, state and federal requirements
before towing on public roads.
Moving trailer by hand:
-Attach caster wheel to
jack.
-Crank jack down.
-Do not attempt to move
trailer up or down slope
by hand.
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