Product Manual

Operation – Important Safety Information (continued)
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4. Inspect &
repair
Inspect and test the sprayer thoroughly:
a) Inspect hoses for exposed mesh and holes. Replace all worn or damaged hoses.
b) Inspect fittings for cracks and leaks. Replace all damaged fittings with original
NorthStar parts.
c) Inspect tank for cracks.
d) Check to be sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are tight.
e) Check wheels and tires. Make sure that wheel lugs are tight and tires are
inflated.
f) Check for fuel leaks. Any fuel leak is a fire hazard. Fix any fuel leaks before
starting engine.
g) Partially fill tank with plain water and spray to test for leaks. Repair as needed.
IMPORTANT: After any repair work has been done, ALWAYS test for leaks
with water one final time before using.
Step Two. Fueling
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel. Use extreme care when handling gasoline.
1. Engine off / cool
The engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two minutes before adding
fuel.
WARNING: A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel. Never add fuel or
remove gas cap if engine is running or still hot.
2. Outdoor location
Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors.
WARNING: Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure.
Explosion can result.
3. Remove gas cap
Remove engine gas cap.
4. Add gasoline
Add gasoline through fill opening from a UL-
approved container.
Important Safety Instructions:
• Use approved container. NEVER pump fuel
directly into engine at gas station. Static charge
can build and ignite fuel. Use a UL approved
fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.
• Don’t overfill. DO NOT overfill the gas tank.
Allow at least 1/2” of empty space below the fill
neck to allow for fuel expansion
• Heat / flames / sparks. Stay away from sources
of heat, flame, or sparks while adding fuel.
5. Spills / splashes
Clean up fuel spills /splashes immediately.
1. Move sprayer away from spilled fuel on the ground.
2. Wipe fuel off engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting
engine.
3. Gas soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly.
4. If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin
immediately.
6. Replace gas cap
Replace gas cap securely before starting engine.
7. Gasoline storage
Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in a UL approved, tightly sealed container.