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M157595BE
Owner's Manual
Instructions for Set-up, Operation, Maintenance & Storage
TRAILER MOUNTED, HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER 4000 PSI / 4 GPM
Portable Outdoor-Use Only
This pressure washer produces both cold and hot water high pressure spray. Cleaning chemicals may be
incorporated into the spray if desired. The pressure pump for this equipment is powered by a gasoline internal
combustion engine and the water is heated by a kerosene/fuel-oil fired, open flame burner.
WARNING READ THIS MANUAL
READ and UNDERSTAND this Owner's Manual and the Engine Owner's Manual completely before
attempting to set up and use the pressure washer! Failure to properly set up, operate, and maintain this
pressure washer could result in serious injury or death to operator or bystanders.
WARNING SPECIAL HAZARDS
CO Poisoning
Exhaust from both the engine and burner contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas
that can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and possible death if inhaled. ONLY run
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 engine and get to fresh air
RIGHT AWAY.
Skin/Eye Injury
High-pressure spray can cause serious skin or eye injury, including injection injury if
fluid pierces the skin. Injection injury can result in blood poisoning and/or severe
tissue damage.
Burns
Hot spray can scald and burn skin.
Hot surfaces of wand, engine and burner, as well as hot exhaust from both the engine
and burner can cause burns.
Slips/Falls
Spray discharge can cause puddles and slippery surfaces.
Spray-gun kickback can cause operator loss of balance and falls.
Flying Debris
High-pressure spray can cause surface damage and flying debris.
Fire/
Explosion
Engine and burner sparking can ignite fuel or other flammable liquids or vapors in the
vicinity.
Hot exhaust from engine and burner can ignite combustible materials.
Chemical
Exposure
Cleaning chemical vapors or contact with skin may be hazardous.
Electric shock
Spray contact with electrical sources can cause electric shock.
Trailer
tip over
Sudden stopping or turning while towing the pressure washer with a filled water tank
can result in driving instability and/or trailer tip over.
A summary of important safety information is provided at the end of the manual.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
ITEM NUMBER: 157595
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________

Questions and Answers

Summary

Special Hazards

Special Hazards

Details specific hazards like CO poisoning, skin/eye injury, burns, slips, and flying debris.

Specifications

Special Equipment Safety Features

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Guides on how to assemble and prepare the pressure washer for initial use.

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Moving and Towing

Before Each Use

Before Each Use

Essential checks and preparations required before operating the pressure washer.

Step 3. Select Suitable Outdoor Worksite

Criteria for choosing a safe and proper outdoor location for operating the pressure washer.

Before Each Use

Operation

Operation

Step-by-step instructions for safely operating the pressure washer, including setup and spraying.

Step 1. Connect Hoses, Water Supply, and Spray Nozzle

Guidelines for connecting water supply hoses and selecting the appropriate spray nozzle.

Operation

Operation

Operation

Step 3. Spraying

Safety rules and procedures for the actual spraying operation of the pressure washer.

Put on Personal Protective Gear

Recommendations for wearing appropriate safety gear like gloves, glasses, and footwear during operation.

Begin High Pressure Spray

Procedures for safely initiating high-pressure spraying, including handling kickback and surface considerations.

Step 4. Stopping

Step-by-step guide on how to safely shut down the pressure washer after use.

Storage

Burner Adjustment

Maintenance & Repair

Maintenance & Repair

Information on routine maintenance tasks and repair procedures to keep the washer in optimal condition.

Maintenance & Repair

Maintenance & Repair

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common problems encountered with the pressure washer.

Summary of Important Safety Information

Summary of Important Safety Information

A summary of key safety procedures and measures presented throughout the manual.

Safety - Operation

Crucial safety rules and precautions to follow during the operation of the pressure washer.

Safety - Inspection;Maintenance

Safety procedures and precautions to follow when performing maintenance or inspection.

Summary of Important Safety Information

Summary

Special Hazards

Special Hazards

Details specific hazards like CO poisoning, skin/eye injury, burns, slips, and flying debris.

Specifications

Special Equipment Safety Features

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Guides on how to assemble and prepare the pressure washer for initial use.

Assembly and Initial Set-Up

Moving and Towing

Before Each Use

Before Each Use

Essential checks and preparations required before operating the pressure washer.

Step 3. Select Suitable Outdoor Worksite

Criteria for choosing a safe and proper outdoor location for operating the pressure washer.

Before Each Use

Operation

Operation

Step-by-step instructions for safely operating the pressure washer, including setup and spraying.

Step 1. Connect Hoses, Water Supply, and Spray Nozzle

Guidelines for connecting water supply hoses and selecting the appropriate spray nozzle.

Operation

Operation

Operation

Step 3. Spraying

Safety rules and procedures for the actual spraying operation of the pressure washer.

Put on Personal Protective Gear

Recommendations for wearing appropriate safety gear like gloves, glasses, and footwear during operation.

Begin High Pressure Spray

Procedures for safely initiating high-pressure spraying, including handling kickback and surface considerations.

Step 4. Stopping

Step-by-step guide on how to safely shut down the pressure washer after use.

Storage

Burner Adjustment

Maintenance & Repair

Maintenance & Repair

Information on routine maintenance tasks and repair procedures to keep the washer in optimal condition.

Maintenance & Repair

Maintenance & Repair

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common problems encountered with the pressure washer.

Summary of Important Safety Information

Summary of Important Safety Information

A summary of key safety procedures and measures presented throughout the manual.

Safety - Operation

Crucial safety rules and precautions to follow during the operation of the pressure washer.

Safety - Inspection;Maintenance

Safety procedures and precautions to follow when performing maintenance or inspection.

Summary of Important Safety Information

North Star 157595 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNorthStar
Model Number157595
GPM4.0
EngineHonda GX390
Engine Displacement389cc
Pump TypeTriplex
Hose Length50 feet

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