North Star M157594AF.1 Owner's Manual

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M157594AF.1Owner's ManualInstructions for Set-up, Operation, Maintenance & StorageHOT WATER PRESSURE WASHER – 4000 PSI / 4 GPMPortable Outdoor-Use OnlyThis pressure washer produces both cold and hot water high-pressure spray. Cleaning chemicals may beincorporated into the spray if desired. The pressure pump for this equipment is powered by a gasolineinternal combustion engine and the water is heated by a kerosene/fuel-oil fired, open flame burner.WARNING – READ THIS MANUALREAD and UNDERSTAND this Owner's Manual and the Engine Owner's Manual completelybefore attempting to set up and use the pressure washer! Failure to properly set up, operate, andmaintain this pressure washer could result in serious injury or death to operator or bystanders.WARNING – SPECIAL HAZARDSCO Poisoning Exhaust from both the engine and burner contains carbon monoxide, apoisonous gas that can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and possibledeath if inhaled. OUTDOORS and at least 20 feet from the home, awayfrom windows, vents and air intakes, to allow proper ventilation. If youstart to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the pressure washer, shut offthe engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY.Skin/Eye Injury High-pressure spray can cause serious skin or eye injury, including injection injuryif fluid pierces the skin. Injection injury can result in blood poisoning and/orsevere tissue damage.Burns Hot spray can scald and burn skin. Hot surfaces of wand, engine and burner, as well as hot exhaust from boththe 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 orvapors 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.A summary of important safety information is provided at the end of the manual.Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts OrdersCall NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810ITEM NUMBERS: 157594SERIAL NUMBER: _____________