Owner`s Manual - Northern Tool + Equipment
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1. Item Part Description Model Qty 60590 GX160 Honda Engine 109163 109173 1 39115 GX270 Honda Engine 109183 780969 2 Semi Trash Pump 109163 2 780970 3 Semi Trash Pump 109173 1 782559 4 Semi Trash Pump 109183 786078 109163 3 782529 Frame 109173 1 782539 109183 4 2215 Bumper Rubber Foot ALL 4 19 780969 Pump Exploded View 4 ltem Description Part Qty ltem Description Part Qty 1 Pump Cover 781234 1 18 Outlet Flange 782566 1 2 Large O ring 781235 1 19 Inlet Flange 782565 1 3 Sealing Washer 781236 5 20 Inlet Check Valve 781250 1 4 Mount Bolt 781237 4 21 Inlet Connection Bolt 788866 3 5 Mechanical Seal 781238 1 22 Pump Body Bolt 788865 4 6 Impeller 781239 1 24 Inlet Hose Clamp 781254 1 7 Volute 781240 1 25 Suction Strainer 781255 1 8 Small O ring 781241 1 26 Shaft Bolt 781256 1 9 Pump Body 781242 1 27 Shaft Bolt Washer 788988 1 10 Outlet Seal 781243 1 28 Key 788989 1 12 Outlet Connection Bolt 788864 4 13 Plug O ring 2 14 Drain Prime Plug coisa 2 780970 Pump Exploded View 4 ltem Description Part Qty ltem Description Part Qty 1 Pump Cover 781257 1 18 Outlet Flange 782568 1 2 Large O ring 781258 1 19 Inlet Flange 782567 1 3 Sealing Washer 781259 5 20 Inlet Check Valve 781271 1 4 M2. WARNING orange indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION CAUTION yellow indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION yellow used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage fig01453 Table of Contents About Your Water Pip wie 4 Summary of Important Safety Information cece cee ceeeceeseeeeaeceseeeeeeesaeecaeeneeneeee 5 During Assembly During Operation During Storage Troubleshooting Warnn Labe Locationsz sleale 7 Unpackmppspvalic ela 8 PASS ORIG rr eci 9 Machine Components pila ne See eee 10 Operation Operation Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use Step Oue TnspetY Repilii leale ellerre 11 Step Two Fueling ahs a i 12 Step Three Attach a suction StL ALM OL starai aa 13 Step Four Pl ce the water pump rare arena 13 Operation Using the Water Pump i 15 LOLA GG etici ee eee 16 Ergubleshootns srareolealluenieclialaiaorllieeniali 17 Speciicationsi siriaca 18 Water Pump Exploded View ccoss e aaa lella 19 780969 Pump Exploded View called 20 780970 Pump Exploded View os Lalla 21 782559 Pump Exploded View leto ail tarata 22 PLUG WV ARAT
3. Maximum Pressure 42 psi 2 90 bar Passable Solid Size 5 8 1 6 cm Mechanical Seal Silicon Carbide Overall Dimensions L x W x H 20 x 16 x 16 50 8 x 40 6 x 40 6 cm Dry Weight 60 lbs 27 2 kg Noise Level dB 100 dB 109173 3 Semi Trash Engine Honda GX160 Suction amp Discharge Size 3 NPT Maximum Flow 15 850 59999 L hr Maximum Suction Head 23 ft 7 m Maximum Total Head 98 ft 29 9 m Maximum Pressure 42 psi 2 90 bar Passable Solid Size 3 4 1 9 cm Mechanical Seal Silicon Carbide Overall Dimensions L x W x H 20 x 16 x 16 50 8 x 40 6 x 40 6 cm Dry Weight 68 lbs 30 8 kg Noise Level dB 100 dB 109183 4 Semi Trash Engine Honda GX270 Suction amp Discharge Size 4 NPT Maximum Flow 23 040 87216 L hr Maximum Suction Head 23 ft 7 m Maximum Total Head 91 ft 27 7 m Maximum Pressure 40 psi 2 76 bar Passable Solid Size 3 4 1 9 cm Mechanical Seal Silicon Carbide Overall Dimensions L x W x H 25 x 18 x 21 63 5 x 45 7 x 53 3 cm Dry Weight 80 lbs 36 3 kg Noise Level dB 92 dB 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 18
4. if they collect inside an enclosure Explosion can result Use approved container Never pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use an UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine Running hot engine A running engine is hot enough to ignite fuel Never add fuel or remove gas cap if engine is running or still hot Stop the engine and allow it to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel Heat flames sparks Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while adding fuel Don t overfill DO NOT overfill the gas tank Replace cap Replace gas cap securely before starting engine Spills Clean up fuel spills immediately Move water pump away from spilled fuel on the ground Wipe fuel off engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine Gas soaked rags should be disposed of properly On skin clothes If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes change clothes and wash skin immediately Gasoline storage Store gasoline in a cool dry place in an UL approved tightly sealed container lira no S DURING OPERATION INSPECT and PREPARE water pump before each use as directed in this manual DO NOT USE flammable or corrosive chemicals in the water pump DO NOT RUN water pump while unattended FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS for SAFELY FUELING REFUELING THE ENGINE Gasoline is flammable and can explode Always use caution when ha
5. 52 894 1020 We Northem Tool amp Equipment Company Inc declare under our sole responsibility that the product Water Pumps Models 106470 106471 109161 109171 109163 109173 109183 1094051 Trademark North Star Proven Performance is in conformity with the following standardis and other normative document s DIRECTIVE 2006 42 EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 17 May 2006 on machinery DIRECTIVE 2004 108 EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 December 2004 ENISO 12100 2010 Safety of machinery General principles for design Risk assessment and risk reduction EN 60204 1 2006 Safety of machinery Electrical equipment of machines Part 1 General requirements e EN 809 1998 A1 2009 Pumps and pump units for liquids Common safety requirements The Technical Construction File is Held by SGS United Kingdom Ltd Unit 12a amp 12b Bowburn South Industrial Estate Bowburn Durham DH6 5AD Registered in England No 1193985 Rossmore Business Park Ellesmere Port Cheshire CH65 3EN Date of issue 08 12 2015 ua Place of issue Burnsville MN USA P Ea AI Kotula VP Business Development Compliance 24 This page left intentionally blank 25 NORTH STAR Proven Performance Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co Inc Burnsville MN 55306 NorthernTool com 26
6. E iho ost a eu machen hd nile T ite 23 About Your Water Pump Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar water pump About Your Water Pump This water pump is a machine designed for outdoor agricultural general purpose water pumping field irrigation and trash pumping applications This water pump is capable of handling suspended soft solids up to a capacity determined by the model e 2 Semi Trash up to 5 8 1 6 cm solids Model 109163 e 3 Semi Trash up to 3 4 1 9 cm solids Model 109173 e 4 Semi Trash up to 3 4 0 8 cm solids Model 109183 The technical specifications for your water pump are provided in the Specifications section of this manual 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 Warranty Registration Please fill in the warranty registration information and have it on hand when you call in on a warranty claim Attention All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this equipment to others All persons to whom you rent loan this water pump must have access to and read this manual Keep this owner s manual with the water pump at all times and advise all persons who will operate the machine to read it You must also pr
7. ER use inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors Call North Star Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 to order new labels Order Part No 785261 Warning priming port plug 791213 Warning decal 781120 Pump decal Fire Explosion Hazard Fuel is flammable and explosive Exhaust is very hot NEVER fuel a running or hot engine Ensure there are no fuel leaks before starting Keep sources of sparks and flames away Clean up fuel spills immediately Keep muffler at least 7 ft from all combustible objects OPERATE ONLY with adequate cooling ventilation so engine does not overheat ALWAYS keep a fire extinguisher nearby Do not run water pump while unattended Unpacking Closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton Note that some parts are shipped inside the manual bag e If you have missing or damaged components please contact NorthStar Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 The following items are found in the manual bag 82010 1 4 x 1 BOLT QTY 4 82222 1 4 NYLOC NUT QTY 4 2215 RUBBER FEET QTY 4 Assembly Attach rubber feet to the base 1 Usinga 3 8 and 7 16 socket attach the rubber feet to the base with the bolt and nut GS V 7 VANE A OTT A 2 des D aa in Ale S CE SAN TASTER OKAY gt e aa rl D E
8. STA R M109163F 1 AIA i Proven Performance Owner s Manual SERIAL NUMBER Original Instructions for Assembly Testing Operation Servicing and Storage Water Pump Outdoor agricultural product used for general purpose water pumping field irrigation and trash applications AWARNING 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 spray 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 This water pump is recommended for use in pumping non flammable liquids such as water Solids capacity will depend on model Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1 800 270 0810 Hazard Signal Word Definitions A This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER DANGER red indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING
9. a a 3 M Machine Components SOY OR ie w LN Cae RY SX 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 Engine The air cooled engine powers the pump Lifting Points Lift the machine from these points when transporting Operation Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use Step One Inspect Repair If the water pump has been used previously it must be prepared BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE A WARNING Read instructions below carefully for inspecting and preparing the water pump Damaged or clogged equipment could result in leaks or uncontrolled spray Important safety rules e Turn off engine Turn off engine and remove spark plug cap before cleaning inspecting or servicing the water pump e Guards shields Make sure all guards and shields are replaced after servicing the water pump e Replacement parts Ifa part needs replacement only use parts that meet the manufacturer s specifications Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the water pump 1 Ensure water pump casing is empty Ensure the water pump has been thoroughly flushed with clean water and drained f
10. an 6 000 feet 1828 8 m above sea level have an authorized Honda Engine dealer perform carburetor modifications At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be excessively rich Performance will decrease while fuel consumption will increase NOTICE Operation of the engine at an altitude LOWER than the carburetor is modified for may result in reduced performance overheating and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air fuel mixture 3 Use flexible hose Use at least 12 30 5 cm of flexible hose to make plumbing connections to the pump body Rigid piping may put stresses on the pump causing damage 4 Place unit on secure footing Always be sure the unit is on a secure footing Keep the immediate pump area free of all unauthorized personnel If the water pump is sitting beside a pit be sure it is well anchored so that it does not fall in 5 Do not run the pump dry Do not run the pump dry Always fill the pump body with water before starting It is not necessary to drain the pump body after each use unless there is danger of freezing settling of solids or crystallization 6 Fill the pump with water Fill the pump with water utilizing the priming port on the top of the pump The pump self primes only when it is first filled with priming water All hoses and pipe connections must be airtight 14 Operation Using the Water Pump Operate the water p
11. ct a well ventilated storage area away from sources of heat flame or sparks A CAUTION The water pump will be damaged if it freezes Protect the water pump from freezing during storage by following the instructions below Preparing for storage 1 Flush the pump Flush the pump with clean water after each use is advised Some liquids being pumped may leave a solid or sticky residue This may shorten the life of your pump 2 Drain the water pump Using the water pump drain plug drain the water pump completely of water to prevent freezing 3 Engine storage Refer to the engine manual for proper engine storage instructions Always disable the engine for storage by unplugging the spark plug wire 44 CAUTION Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage Old gasoline in the engine will cause hard starting and leave gum deposits that can clog the fuel system Deterioration problems may occur within a few months or even less if gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank Short Term Storage Consider adding a fuel stabilizer to extend fuel storage life Long Term Storage between infrequent uses and at end of season Drain the fuel tank and carburetor as instructed in the engine owner s manual Important Safety Instructions e Always drain fuel from tank in outdoor well ventilated area e Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while handling fuel e Clean up fuel spills s
12. e a fire hazard Storage location Store the water pump in a location away from sources of heat open flames sparks or pilot lights such as water heaters space heaters furnaces clothes dryers or other gas appliances Even if the water pump s gas tank is empty residual gasoline vapors could ignite Gasoline storage Store extra gasoline in a cool dry place in an UL approved tightly sealed container Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure Periodic maintenance Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the water pump in safe working condition 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 READ and FOLLOW the safety rules for troubleshooting servicing the water pump Warning Label Location DO NOT open priming port plug if pump is hot Water inside 5 4 may be under pressure y i PA pe AWARNING Using a water pump indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Water pump exhaust contains carbon monoxide DO NOT pump flammable liquids READ manual before use Avoid other water pump hazards Fully prime the pump and check all connections for leaks before starting engine 2009 Northern Tool Equipment 800 270 0810 Part No 781120 This is a poison you cannot see or smell eleaf s NEV
13. e poisoning A Start engine Consult the engine Owner s Manual for starting the engine Vi Throttle control When operating the water pump much higher than the water surface you may need to speed up the engine using the throttle When the pump is near the water surface a slower engine speed can be used This will save engine fuel and life Consult the engine Owner s Manual for throttle location 6 Secure flexible Never allow a vehicle to run over the flexible hose This sudden shut off pressure hose can cause hydraulic shock If your flexible hose must be laid across a high traffic area it is advised to protect the flexible hose with planking 7 Keep pump Never allow water to freeze in the pump Freezing water can be extremely from freezing dangerous to the pump always drain the water from the pump if freezing temperatures are a factor 8 Flush the pump Flush the pump with clean water after each use is advised Some liquids being pumped may leave a solid or sticky residue This may shorten the life of your pump 15 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 A WARNING Gasoline vapors can ignite and cause a fire Sele
14. ity is the responsibility of the buyer and not covered under warranty NorthStar can supply you with the service center location in your area This warranty specifically excludes the following failure of parts due to damage caused by accident fire flood windstorm acts of God applications not approved by NorthStar in writing corrosion caused by chemicals use of replacement parts which do not conform to manufacturer s specifications and damage caused by vandalism Additional exclusions loss of running time inconvenience loss of income or loss of use including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a specific use Warranty does not cover items subject to normal wear such as tires receptacles or any part subject to direct physical contact by the public 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 Please fill in the following information and have it on hand when you call in a warranty claim Customer Number Date of Purchase NorthStar Serial Number Item Number 23 NORTHERN TOOL EQUIPMENT EUROPEAN DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Northern Tool amp Equipment Company Inc 2800 Southcross Dr W Burnsville MN 55418 Phone 952 894 9510 Fax 9
15. ndling gasoline DO NOT START water pump until ready to use in order to avoid unintentional release SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs Wear personal protective equipment and follow safety instructions Hot muffler If you are starting a warm engine stay clear of muffler It may still be hot enough to burn you Unattended Never leave the machine unattended while the engine is running Under the influence Never operate or let anyone else operate the water pump while under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Adjusting Repairing Turn off engine and remove spark plug cap before cleaning inspecting or servicing the water pump Summary of Important Safety Information Carbon monoxide The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the water pump shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxide poisoning Other exhaust dangers Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Avoid inhalation of exhaust lucidare tz AFTER OPERATION Let engine cool before storing Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing A hot engine can b
16. om a UL approved container Important Safety Instructions e Use approved container NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use a UL approved fuel FEDERAL LAW prohibits the use of container to transfer gas to the engine E15 in small engines Per the EPA E15 should ONLY be used in 2001 and newer passenger vehicles e With the engine stopped and on a level surface remove the fuel filler cap and check the fuel level Refill the tank if the fuel level is low e Don t overfill DO NOT overfill the gas tank Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine e Heat flames sparks Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while adding fuel 6 Spills splashes Clean up fuel spills splashes immediately Move water pump away from spilled fuel on the ground 1 Wipe fuel off engine and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate before starting engine 2 Gas soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly 3 If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes change clothes and wash skin immediately 7 Replace gas cap Replace gas cap securely before starting engine 8 Gasoline storage Store gasoline in a cool dry place in a UL approved tightly sealed container 12 Operation Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use Step Three Attac h a suction strainer A WARNING This pump is design to pump wa
17. ount Bolt 781260 4 21 Inlet Connection Bolt 788867 3 5 Mechanical Seal 781261 1 22 Pump Body Bolt 788868 4 6 Impeller 781262 1 24 Inlet Hose Clamp 781275 3 7 Volute 781263 1 25 Suction Strainer 781276 1 8 Small O ring 781264 1 26 Shaft Bolt 781256 1 9 Pump Body 781265 1 27 Shaft Bolt Washer 788988 1 10 Outlet Seal 781266 1 28 Key 788989 1 12 Outlet Connection Bolt 788864 4 13 Plug O ring 2 14 Drain Prime Plug L05999 2 21 782559 Pump Exploded View ltem Description Part Qty ltem Description Part Qty 1 Pump Cover 782652 1 18 Outlet Flange 782666 1 2 Large O ring 782653 1 19 Inlet Flange 782667 1 3 Sealing Washer 782654 4 20 Inlet Check Valve 782668 1 4 Mount Bolt 782655 4 21 Inlet Connection Bolt 788870 3 5 Mechanical Seal 782656 1 22 Pump Body Bolt 788871 4 6 Impeller 782657 1 24 Inlet Hose Clamp amp 782858 7 Volute 782658 1 25 Suction Strainer Kit 8 Small O ring 782659 1 26 Shaft Bolt 783013 1 9 Pump Body 782660 1 27 Shaft Bolt Washer 788990 1 10 Outlet Seal 782661 1 28 Key 788991 1 12 Outlet Connection Bolt 788869 4 13 Plug O ring amp 14 Drain Prime Plug Kit BAASE 3 22 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 No
18. ovide personal instruction on how to safely operate the water pump and be available to answer any questions a renter borrower might have Summary of Important Safety Information A 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 See individual sections of this owner s manual for more details SEE eee BEFORE OPERATION Read manual Do not allow anyone to operate the water pump who has not read the Owner s Manual or has not been instructed on the safe use of the water pump Keep a fire extinguisher rated ABC nearby Review safety rules Before starting this water pump review the instructions for safe operation Know how to stop Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and with the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the water pump E ner i I DURING ASSEMBLY CHECK and TEST completed assembly as directed in this manual Serious injury could result from water leaks if water pump is improperly assembled DO NOT MODIFY water pump design ils DURING FUELING REFUELING Fuel outdoors Fill fuel tank outdoors never indoors Gasoline vapors can ignite
19. plashes immediately 4 Water pump storage location Store the water pump in a location away from corrosive material sources of heat open flames sparks or pilot lights WARNING Never store water pump inside where there is a source of heat or an open flame spark or pilot light as on water heaters space heaters furnaces clothes dryers or other gas appliances EVEN IF the water pump s gas tank is empty 5 Gasoline storage Store gasoline in a cool dry place in a UL approved tightly sealed container d WARNING Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure and an explosion can result 16 Troubleshooting A WARNING Before troubleshooting or attempting to service read the following safety rules Before attempting to service the water pump 1 Review troubleshooting table Review the Troubleshooting Table below for the type of problem you are experiencing However DO NOT attempt to repair until the steps listed below are followed 2 Flush the pump Pump clean water briefly through the pump to remove any debris solids 3 Drain the water Drain the water pump completely of water using the water pump drain plug to pump prevent freezing 4 Disconnect Switch off the engine and unplug the spark plug wire power 5 Perform repairs Follow the directions provided in the tro
20. rom prior use 2 Clean suction strainer Clean the suction strainer of any material residue It is important to clean the suction strainer of debris before each use to ensure it is not clogged 3 Inspect amp repair 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 d Check for fuel leaks Any fuel leak is a fire hazard Fix any fuel leaks before starting engine 11 Operation Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use Step Two Fueling A 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 d 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 d WARNING Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure Explosion can result 3 Check engine oil Check engine oil level as specified in the engine manual level 4 Remove gas cap Remove gas cap 5 Add gasoline Add gasoline through fill opening fr
21. rthStar 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 Please thoroughly read the instructions and understand the operation before using your product Limited Warranty NorthStar shall warranty any piece of equipment manufactured or parts of equipment manufactured to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 2 year from the date of purchase by user This warranty applies to the original purchaser of the equipment and is non transferable Verification of purchase is the responsibility of the buyer Parts will be replaced or repaired at no charge except when the equipment has failed due to lack of proper maintenance Any misuse abuse alteration or improper installation or operations will void warranty Determining whether a part is to be replaced or repaired is the sole decision of NorthStar NOTE Some services performed by parties other than NorthStar may void warranty This warranty covers parts only It will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective parts Components not manufactured by NorthStar such as engines are guaranteed by their manufacturer and can be serviced at factory authorized locations near you Any costs incurred due to replacement or repair of items outside of a NorthStar approved facil
22. ter only Never use the water pump to pump flammable liquids 1 Attach suction strainer A suction strainer should be attached to the suction hose A suction strainer has holes or slots small enough to prevent large debris from working through and damaging the pump 2 Keep the strainer clean Keep the strainer clean If possible suspend the strainer to keep it from working into sediment OR A Prepare a bed of large stones on which the strainer will rest B Tie the strainer inside a basket or pail Step Four Place the water pump Discharge Head 1 Place the water pump near liquid surface Place the water pump on a level surface in a location as near to the liquid surface as possible this will ensure proper pump suction Refer to Lifting Points on Machine Components diagram when placing or transporting unit All hoses must be kept as straight as possible avoid sharp bends NOTE 23ft 7 m is the maximum height of suction head 13 Operation Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use 2 Environment conditions Ambient Operating Temperature Range 5 F to 104 F 15 C to 40 C If operating pump below 32 F 0 C drain pump after use to prevent damage from freezing Humidity 95 max If possible avoid any area with high humidity Humidity promotes rust and corrosion Altitude If operation of the engine is always at altitudes HIGHER th
23. ubleshooting table to repair the water pump PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Pump dossn trevolve 1 Engine will not turn over See engine owner s manual 2 Rusting Sticking of impeller Disassemble and clean 1 Priming chamber not full enough Add more water to priming chamber 2 Air leaks on suction line joints Check for loose screws or broken hoses 3 Quick coupling gaskets worn Replace gaskets Piras me 4 Loose or broken hose clamps Tighten or replace hose clamps 5 Priming chamber is over heated Pour cold water in chamber or let cool 6 Engine speed is too slow Increase engine speed 7 Worn or broken volute or impeller Replace worn or broken component 8 Worn or broken mechanical seal Replace mechanical seal 1 Clogged suction hose Clear obstruction 2 Dirty suction strainer Clear suction strainer 3 Flow restriction due to hose kinks Straighten suction and discharge hoses 4 Suction lift too high Move pump closer to water surface Low capacity 5 Engine speed too low Increase engine speed 6 Worn or broken mechanical seal Replace mechanical seal 7 Reduced engine performance See engine owner s manual 8 Clogged impeller Remove clog 9 Worn impeller Replace impeller 17 Specifications 109163 2 Semi Trash Engine Honda GX160 Suction amp Discharge Size 2 NPT Maximum Flow 10 010 gal hr 37892 L hr Maximum Suction Head 23 ft 7 m Maximum Total Head 98 ft 29 9 m
24. ump A 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 3 Engine operation Heed the following safety rules with regard to running the water pump engine precautions e Hot muffler If you are starting a warm engine stay clear of muffler It may still be hot enough to burn you e Hot exhaust Hot exhaust fumes from engine can cause fire Position muffler at least 7 2 1 m from combustible objects during operation e Fire extinguisher Have a Class B fire extinguisher available as a precautionary measure when operating the water pump engine in dry areas e Carbon monoxide The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it ONLY run the water pump engine OUTDOORS and at least 20 feet 6 1 m from the home away from windows vents and air intakes to allow proper ventilation NEVER run the water pump engine inside homes garages sheds or other semi enclosed spaces These spaces can trap poisonous gases EVEN if you run a fan or open windows If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the water pump shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxid
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