North Star M157309M.1 Owner's Manual

Operation22After you have checked and fueled the equipment and positioned it in a suitable worksite, it istime to start your pressure washer. The following are the procedures necessary for safe,successful operation of your pressure washer.WARNINGCarefully read and make sure you understand all instructions and safetyinformation before using the pressure washer. Improper use of the pressure washer canresult in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders from:• Carbon monoxide poisoning • Fire/explosion • Chemical exposure• Burns • Slips/falls• Skin/eye injury from highpressure spray • Electric shock • Flyingobjects/debrisOperating InstructionsStep 1. Connect Hoses, Water Supply, and Spray NozzleStep 2. Set Up for Chemical Spray (if desired)Step 3. SprayingStep 4. StoppingEach of these procedures is discussed in detail below:Step 1. Connect Hoses, Water Supply, and Spray NozzlePositionpressurewasher for usePlace pressure washer in a suitable location for use, as directed in the “BeforeEach Use, Step 3: Select Suitable Worksite” section of this manual. A suitablelocation is:• OUTDOORS only, away from all building air intakes.• Where no flammable vapors, dusts, and gases are present.• Where there is adequate, unobstructed ventilation airflow.• With adequate clearance from combustible materials.• On a firm, level, heat-resistant surface with good drainage andnearby access to a continuous water supply.DANGER: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazardExhaust fumes from both the engine and the burner contain carbonmonoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see, smell, or taste. The COgenerated by the power washer can rapidly accumulate, even in areas thatappear to be well ventilated, resulting in dangerous and fatal concentrationswithin minutes. ONLY run pressure washer OUTDOORS and away fromair intakes. NEVER run pressure washer inside any enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, including homes, garages, basements, sheds, boxes, pick-up truck beds, RVs, or boats. These spaces can trap poisonous gases,EVEN if you run a fan or open windows.