M1573001N.1 Item Numbers: 1573001,1573011 1573021 Owner’s Manual Pressure Washer: Machine that cleans dirty surfaces with high pressure water. WARNING Read this manual. Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed. Pump is shipped with oil. - Remove shipping tape from pump oil fill cap. (Cat Pumps) - Remove shipping plug and install vented fill cap. (Comet Pumps) - See pump oil cap section of this manual. Closely inspect all components.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions………………………..……... Grounding Instructions……………………………………... Warning Label Locations…………………………….…….. Assembly Instructions…………………………….………... Machine Component Identification………………………… Pump Component Identification……………………………. Operation Instructions………………………………..…….. Water Supply………………………………………..… Start-Up/Shut-Down Instructions……………………... Spray Gun Safety Lock and Attaching the Lance…….. Installing Nozzles and Quick Connect hoses………….
Important Safety Instructions WARNING - Risk of Injection or Injury to Persons - Do Not Direct Discharge Stream at Persons. Do not use a hose if exterior damage is evident. - Risk of explosion. - Do not spray flammable liquids. - Do not operate in a flammable environment. CAUTION - Gun kicks back. Hold with both hands. - To reduce the risk of injury, read operating instructions carefully before use. WARNING - When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1.
Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Warning Label Locations START-UP INSTRUCTIONS 1. Attach garden hose. 2. Attach pressure hose. 3. Attach gun and lance. 4. Turn water supply ON. 5. Squeeze trigger to purge air from pump. 6. Insert nozzle. 7. Plug in power cord, reset the GFCI, start motor. SHUT-DOWN INSTRUCTIONS 1. Turn motor OFF. 2. Unplug the power cord. 3. Turn water supply OFF. 4. Squeeze trigger to relieve system pressure. 5. Remove garden hose. 6. Remove pressure hose. WARNING Gun kicks back. Hold with both hands.
Assembly Instructions I.) Unpack Your pressure washer is shipped in one box. Separate and identify the components found in both boxes. Motor/Pump/Base Assembly Lance Handle Spray Gun Pressure Hose Hardware Bag * Figures shown are for representation only. Actual components will vary by model.
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Assembly Instructions III.) Handle Assembly 1.) 2.) 3.) 4.) 5.) Attach handle to base with two carriage bolts and t-handle knobs. Spin a flange nut backwards onto gun hook. (see hook detail) Mount the hose hooks onto the handle and gun hook onto the base as shown. Insert grommets into the holes on the handle nameplate. Press nozzles into grommets according to the colors indicated on the handle decal.
Machine Component Identification 1.) Handle. Designed for easy cart movement. 2.) Hose Hook. Store hose on hook. 3.) Pressure Hose. Attach quick couplers to gun and water outlet. 4.) Chemical Hose. Submerge in cleaning solution. 5.) Water Pump. Inspect for loose/broken parts prior to each use. 6.) Motor. Leeson motor provides years of reliable use. 7.) Gun Hook. Store gun on hook. 8.) Nozzles. 9.) Spray Gun. Always use two hands for safe operation. 10.) Trigger.
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Operation Instructions Water Supply 1.) Make sure the water supply is clean. Debris can cause excess pump wear and reduce performance. 2.) An insufficient water supply will damage your pump. Make sure the water supply is steady and is 20% over the rated flow of your pump. Use a stopwatch to time how long it takes to fill a 5-gallon bucket with your garden hose. The bucket must fill faster than the times listed in the table below. Model 1573001 1573011 1573021 Time to fill a 5 gal.
Operation Instructions Spray Gun Safety Lock When not spraying, use the spray gun safety lock to prevent accidental high-pressure discharge. spray gun spray gun safety lock * Note: Depending on model, gun may appear differently. Attaching the Lance lance spin-on coupler Tighten spin-on coupler hand tight. Note: The o-rings make the seal so there is no need to tighten with a wrench.
Operation Instructions Installing Nozzles To install a nozzle pull back the collar and push the nozzle into the coupler. Once the connection is made, pull on the nozzle to make sure it is secure. nozzle coupler lance collar collar completely pushed out. collar NOT completely pushed out. CORRECT INCORRECT WARNING Flying objects. Make sure nozzle is secure before squeezing trigger. If nozzle is not secure it will become a projectile. Serious injury can occur.
Operation Instructions Applying Chemicals 1.) Install the black nozzle when applying chemicals onto the cleaning surface. 2.) Start the pressure washer according to the start-up instructions. 3.) Submerge the chemical hose in cleaning solution. (See Pump Component Identification section for chemical injector location.) 4.) Squeeze the spray gun trigger. The chemical injector will draw the chemical into the water stream. 5.) Apply chemicals evenly onto the cleaning surface.
Maintenance and Storage Maintenance Mode Read and follow these safety rules whenever you will be servicing the pressure washer: • • • • Turn off / unplug / relieve pressure first. Always turn off and unplug the pressure washer and relieve system pressure before inspection or maintenance. Replace guards. Make sure all guards and cover shields are replaced after servicing the pressure washer. Major repair.
Maintenance and Storage Pump Oil Change 1.) Place a suitable container below the pump to catch the used oil, then remove the oil fill cap and oil drain plug. 2.) Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the drain plug and tighten securely. 3.) Please dispose of used oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation.
Maintenance and Storage Winter Storage Protect your pump, hose and gun from freezing. Items needed: 12” piece of garden hose or equivalent, funnel and RV antifreeze (approximately 6 oz.) 1.) Follow the storage instructions listed above. 2.) Make sure the motor start switch is OFF. 3.) Attach the garden hose with funnel to the pump inlet (see illustration). 4.) Pour RV antifreeze into the funnel, run motor until antifreeze comes out the pump outlet. 5.) Drain all water from the high pressure hose.
Troubleshooting Problem Motor will not start Low/Surging pressure or no water flow No chemical injection Cause A- Tripped GFCI cord B- Tripped motor relay C- Insufficient water supply D- Plugged pump inlet filter E- Wrong nozzle F- Plugged nozzle G- Worn nozzle H- Leak in pressure hose I- Wrong nozzle J- Back pressure from extra-long discharge hose K- Leak in chemical siphon hose L- Chemical strainer not submerged Solution SOLUTION: A,B SOLUTION: C,D,E,F,G,H SOLUTION: I,J,K,L Solution Reset GFCI cord Res
Specifications 1573001 PSI (bar) GPM (l/min) Max Water Temp Dimensions LxWxH Weight 1573021 PSI (bar) GPM (l/min) Max Water Temp Dimensions LxWxH Weight 1700 (117) 1.5 (5.7) 140F (60C) 34” x 21” x 38” (864mm x 534mm x 965mm) 95 lb. (44kg) 1573011 PSI (bar) GPM (l/min) Max Water Temp Dimensions LxWxH Weight 2000 (138) 1.5 (5.7) 140F (60C) 34” x 21” x 38” (864mm x 534mm x 965mm) 115 lb. (44kg) 3000 (207) 2.5 (9.4) 140F (60C) 34” x 21” x 38” (864mm x 534mm x 965mm) 139 lb.
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Parts Explosion M1573001 - Rev N.
Parts Explosion M1573001 - Rev N.
Pump Exploded Views Part # 790693 Comet AXD 1617E GH 24
Pump Exploded Views Ref # Part # Description Qty Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 2 CO3202001800 CO3609001400 CAP SCREW, M8 X 55 1 4 39 40 CO3200001700 CO2409009100 PORT PLUG, AXD COMET PUMP PISTON CHECK VALVE KIT,AXD UNL 1 1 3 4 CO3218032700 CO3202001800 1 1 41 42 CO1210046000 CO2409008600 O-RING CHECK VALVE 1 1 5 CO1210004900 6 43 CO1802019700 SPRING 1 6 SEE PART # 10 MANIFOLD CAP O-RING,OIL PLUG - WOBBLE PUMP VALVE SEAT 6 44 CO3410031900 INJECTOR BODY KIT 1 7 8 CO3604
Pump Exploded Views Part # 792420 Cat 4DX 26
Pump Exploded Views Ref# 5 8 10 11 15 20 24 25 27 32 33 37 38 48 49 53 64 65 70 90 98 99 100 106 120 121 125 160 P/N Not Available CA547153 CA14041 CA55337 CA14488 CA547048 Not Available Not Available CA15710 CA547961 CA14179 CA92241 CA44428 CA44842 CA14179 Not Available CA46229 CA132190 CA47215 CA542403 CA46730 CA542405 CA46233 CA48222 CA547357 CA13976 CA46240 CA13965 DESCRIPTION Screw Bearing Cover O-Ring, Bearing Cover Oil Seal Inner Ball Bearing Connecting Rod Oil Plug Cap Crankshaft Ball Bearing Cap
Pump Exploded Views Part # 789205 Cat 4DNX Ref# 5 8 10 11 15 20 24 25 27 32 33 37 38 48 49 53 64 65 70 90 98 99 100 P/N Not Available CA547153 CA14041 CA55337 CA14488 CA547048 Not Available CA549446 CA56084 CA547961 CA14179 CA92241 CA44428 CA44842 CA14179 Not Available CA46229 CA542402 CA47215 CA547091 CA46730 CA542405 CA46233 DESCRIPTION Screw Bearing Cover O-Ring, Bearing Cover Oil Seal Inner Ball Bearing Connecting Rod Oil Plug Cap Crankshaft Ball Bearing Cap O-ring for Oil Filter Cap Gauge, Bubble Oi
Limited Warranty Dear Valued Customer: The NorthStar Product you just purchased is built with the finest material and craftsmanship. Use this product properly and enjoy the benefits from its high performance. By purchasing a NorthStar product, you show a desire for quality and durability. Like all mechanical equipment this unit requires a due amount of care. Treat this unit like the high quality piece of machinery it is. Neglect and improper handling may impair its performance.
WARNING: This product can expose you to soots, tars, and mineral oils (untreated and mildly treated oils and used engine oils), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Manufactured by Northern Tool + Equipment Co., 2800 SouthCross Drive West P.O.