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Owner's Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage
Water Pump: Outdoor agricultural product designed for pumping
READ and UNDERSTAND the Owner's Manual completely before using this water pump. Assemble,
test, and use only in accordance with the Owner's Manual instructions.
WEAR personal protective gear when filling, using, cleaning, and servicing the water pump.
DO NOT START water pump until ready to use in order to avoid unintentional water release.
Improper use of the water pump could result in serious injury or illness to the operator or nearby
persons/animals, or could cause damage to the environment.
** Flammable materials such as gasoline should not be pumped with this pump. Explosion
might result, causing serious injury. Corrosive materials should be handled with caution, taking
into consideration the handling instruction for the particular material.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810
®
water and general farm liquid fertilizers, herbicides
and pesticides.**
WARNING
M1094051B
1094051
ITEM NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER: _______________

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  • Page 1 ** Flammable materials such as gasoline should not be pumped with this pump. Explosion might result, causing serious injury. Corrosive materials should be handled with caution, taking into consideration the handling instruction for the particular material. Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810...
  • Page 2 Hazard Signal Word Definitions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About Your Water Pump ......................4 Intended Use ..........................5 Summary of Important Safety Information ................6 During Assembly Before Operation During Fueling/Refueling During Operation After Operation During Storage / Troubleshooting Warning Label Locations......................10 Unpacking ..............................Assembly ................................Machine Components ........................13 Operation Operation - Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use...
  • Page 4: About Your Water Pump

    Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual. A summary of important safety information can be found at the beginning of the manual Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 for any questions about the appropriate use of this water pump and/or optional accessories.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    For example, applying water or other liquids that are contaminated with residual pesticide may result in unforeseen hazards to plant or animal life. Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 for any questions about the appropriate use of the water pump and/or optional accessories.
  • Page 6: Summary Of Important Safety Information

    Summary of Important Safety Information WARNING Read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the water pump. Improper use of the water pump could result in serious injury or illness for the operator or nearby persons/animals, or cause damage to the environment. LISTED BELOW is a summary of safety information of particular importance.
  • Page 7: During Operation

    Summary of Important Safety Information --------------------------------DURING OPERATION ------------------------------ • Read and Follow each chemical label’s instructions and warnings. • Avoid inhaling, ingesting, or coming into contact with any chemicals. • Know applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the chemical you plan to use. •...
  • Page 8: During Storage / Troubleshooting

    Summary of Important Safety Information ------------------- DURING STORAGE / TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------ • Prepare the water pump for storage according to the instructions in this manual. • Select a well-ventilated storage area away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks. Gasoline vapors can ignite and cause a fire.
  • Page 9 Summary of Important Safety Information Chemical Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up. spills Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions. General procedures include: 1. Controlling the spill by stopping the source of the spill. 2.
  • Page 10: Warning Label Locations

    Warning Label Location Call North Star Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 to order new labels. Order Part No. 785261 – Warning, priming plug 782641 - Warning decal 781120 - Pump decal...
  • Page 11: Unpacking

    If you have damaged components: Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim. • If you have missing components: Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810. The following items are found in the manual bag. #82076 ¼” x 1 ¾” BOLT...
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Assembly Attach rubber feet to the base. 1. Using a 3/8” and 7/16” socket, attach the rubber feet to the base with the bolt and nut. Base Rubber Foot Bolt...
  • Page 13: Machine Components

    Machine Components Prime Port: Fill the priming port to prime the pump. Discharge Fitting: Connect the discharge hose to the discharge fitting. Suction Fitting: Connect the suction hose to the suction fitting. Drain Port: Drain the liquid in the pump through the drain port. Pump: The pump moves the liquid.
  • Page 14: Operation - Preparing The Water Pump For Each Use

    Inspect and test the water pump thoroughly a. Inspect fittings for cracks and leaks. Replace all damaged fittings with original NorthStar parts. b. Check to be sure all nuts, bolts, and screws are tight. c. Check oil level in engine. See engine owner’s manual.
  • Page 15: Step Two: Fueling

    Operation – Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use 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.
  • Page 16: Step Three: Attach A Suction Strainer

    Operation – Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use Step Three: Attach a suction strainer WARNING This pump is design to pump water only. Never use the water pump to pump flammable liquids. 1. Attach suction A suction strainer should be attached to the suction hose. A suction strainer has strainer holes or slots small enough to prevent large debris from working through and damaging the pump.
  • Page 17: Operation - Using The Water Pump

    Operation – Using the Water Pump Operate the water pump WARNING Do not run the water pump unattended. 1. Review safety Review the “Operation – Important Safety Information” provided in this manual. information 2. Priming Using the priming port on the top of the pump, completely fill the pump chamber with water before starting the engine.
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage Prepare the water pump for end-of-season storage by running clean water through the system. This will flush out any contaminants and clean the water pump internals. After the water pump has been flushed with clean water, completely drain the water pump of all water to protect from freezing. WARNING Gasoline vapors can ignite and cause a fire.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING Before troubleshooting or attempting to service, read the following safety rules. Before attempting to service the water pump: 1. Review Review the Troubleshooting Table below for the type of problem you are troubleshooting experiencing. However, DO NOT attempt to repair until the steps listed below are table followed.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold. Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810...
  • Page 21: Water Pump Exploded View

    1094051 Exploded View – Rev. B Item Part # Description Qty. 60590 GX160 Honda Engine 782591 Multi-purpose Pump 782529 Frame 2215 Bumper (Rubber Foot)
  • Page 22: 782591 Pump Exploded View

    782591 Pump Exploded View Item Description Part # Qty. Item Description Part # Qty. Pump Cover 782952 Discharge Flange 782961 Large O-ring 782953 O-ring 782962 Mechanical Seal 782954 Pump Body 782963 782955 Suction Flange 782964 Impeller 782956 O-ring 8 x 2.65 & 782965 Plug Kit Bolt 5/16 x 20...
  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    This warranty does not cover any personal injury or damage to surrounding property caused by failure of any part. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied and NorthStar assumes no other responsibility or liability outside that expressed within this warranty.
  • Page 24 ® Manufactured by Northern Tool + Equipment Co., 2800 SouthCross Drive West P.O. Box 1499 Burnsville, MN 55337-0499...

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