North Star M157592O Owner's Manual

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Operation325. When the trigger is released, a pressure switch automatically turns theburner off. Also, when the temperature setting is reached, thethermostat automatically turns the burner off.WARNING:It is important that the burner stops firing when the trigger isreleased. If the burner remains firing, discontinue use until thepressure washer is serviced. Extremely high temperatures can resultin serious injury and equipment damage.Begin high pressuresprayHigh Pressure Spray ProcedureWARNING: High pressure spraying safety Keep spray away from people. Never direct discharge stream at or near anyperson. Do not allow any part of the body to come in contact with the fluidstream. High-pressure spray can cause serious skin, eye, or falling injuries,and hot water can burn. Injection injury will occur if high-pressure spraypierces the skin, injecting liquid under the skin. Injection injury can result inblood poisoning and/or severe tissue damage leading to infection, gangreneand possibly amputation. Seek medical attention. Do not secure trigger open. To reduce risk of injury, do not attempt tosecure the spray gun open by blocking or tying the spray gun in the openposition. Prevent slips / loss of balance. High-pressure spray could cause you to losebalance from kickback forces, and wet surfaces can be slippery.- Keep good footing and balance at all times. Do not overreach.- Do not stand on unstable support when spraying.- If spraying from an elevated surface, use fall protection because spraygun kickback can propel you off the elevated surface. When sprayingfrom a ladder or scaffolding, ensure it is firmly anchored from swayor tip-over.- Be aware of puddles and slippery surfaces. Ensure there is adequatedrainage to prevent pooling of water. Prevent surface damage & flying debris – Surfaces being sprayed must bestrong enough to withstand high-pressure spray or damage may result. Inaddition, high-pressure spray will dislodge unsecured objects as well assurface chips and debris, resulting in hazardous flying objects that can causepersonal injury or property damage. Do not spray brittle surfaces orbreakable, fragile, or unsecured objects such as:o stucco or laminar flagstoneo some painted surfaceso windows or glass doors (because they may break)o light fixtures, flowerbeds, mailboxeso unsecured, lightweight objectsProcedure:1. Put on one of the high-pressure spray nozzles (always relieve systempressure first and follow instructions for attaching a nozzle).2. Clear the cleaning area of all persons. Keep children and pets away.