NorthStar M1094051B, 1094051 Owner's Manual

M1094051B

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ITEM NUMBER: 1094051

SERIAL NUMBER: _______________

Owner’s Manual

Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing, and Storage

Water Pump: Outdoor agricultural product designed for pumping

water and general farm liquid fertilizers, herbicides
and pesticides.**

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.

WARNING

Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders

Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810

Hazard Signal Word Definitions

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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

Warning Label Locations............................................................................................................10

Unpacking................................................................................................................................................11

Assembly................................................................................................................................................................12

Machine Components..................................................................................................................13

During Storage / Troubleshooting

Operation

Operation - Preparing the Water Pump for Each Use

Step One: Inspect/Repair ...............................................................................................................14

Step Two: Fueling

Step Three: Attach a suction strainer......................................................................................................16

Step Four: Place the water pump.............................................................................................................16

Operation - Using the Water Pump......................................................................................................17

Storage ..........................................................................................................................................18

Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................19

Specifications................................................................................................................................20

Water Pump Exploded View.......................................................................................................21

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782591 Pump Exploded View .....................................................................................................22

Limited Warranty........................................................................................................................23

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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, multi-purpose water pumping
and general farm liquid fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides or field irrigation.

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 provide personal instruction on how to safely
operate the water pump and be available to answer any questions a renter/borrower might have.

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Intended Use

This water pump is intended for use in applying agricultural pesticides and other non-flammable liquids.

APPLYING PESTICIDES:

Pesticides are hazardous chemicals that must be handled with caution as directed throughout this manual
and on the pesticide label. Pesticides are regulated by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and defined as:

Any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or
mitigating any pest. Though often misunderstood to refer only to insecticides, the term pesticide
is a comprehensive term that applies to insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and various other
substances used to control pests.

The water pump is intended for use in applying pesticides in liquid form only
intended for use in applying pesticides in dry or aerosolized form, or for use with fumigants.

Some formulations of liquid pesticides do not remain in solution and should be agitated to maintain a
uniform mix.

APPLYING OTHER LIQUIDS:

In addition to applying pesticides, this water pump may be used to pump/spray other non-flammable
liquids. Example uses include: watering plants/trees or applying water for dust control. However, WE

RECOMMEND THAT THE WATER PUMP NOT BE USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES ONCE
IT HAS ALREADY BEEN USED FOR APPLYING PESTICIDES. Any chemical will leave some

residual in the pump, even after the water pump has been properly cleaned. These residual chemicals can
have unexpected effects on future uses. 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.

. The water pump is NOT

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Summary of Important Safety Information

Read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the water pump.

WARNING

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.

------------------------------ 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.

------------------------------------- BEFORE OPERATION-------------------------------

• Read manual. Do not allow anyone to operate the water pump that has not read the Owner’s Manual or has not

been instructed on the safe use of the water pump.

• 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.

• Inspect and Prepare water pump before each use as directed in this manual

• Do not start water pump until ready to use in order to avoid unintentional release.

• Clear work area of people/ pets and post warning notices to restrict access for the period recommended on

chemical label.

• Keep water pump away from children/pets. Pesticides can be especially toxic to children and animals.

• Do not allow anyone younger than 16 to operate water pump since pesticides are especially toxic to

children.

--------------------------DURING FUELING/REFUELING ------------------------

• Fuel outdoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite 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.

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Summary of Important Safety Information

--------------------------------DURING OPERATION ------------------------------

• Read and Follow each chemical label’s instructions and warnings.

• Avoid inhaling, ingesting, or com i ng into contact with any chemicals.

• Know applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the chemical you plan to use.

• Know emergency procedures before handling chemicals. Carefully review “Chemical Accident Procedures

listed below and later in this manual. Also see First Aid instructions on the chemical label.

• Wear protective clothing, eye protection, and chemical resistant gloves when filling, using and cleaning the

water pump. Wear additional protective gear, such as facemask or apron, as recommended on the chemical
label.

• Exercise extra caution around children and pets. Pesticides are especially toxic to them. Keep water pump

away from them at all times.

• Do not mix or pour chemicals in an enclosed, unventilated area.

• Do not use flammable or corrosive chemicals in the water pump.

• Flush the water pump before switching chemicals in order to prevent dangerous chemical interactions.

• Store pesticides in a correctly labeled container and in a secure location.

• Monitor the health of operators frequently exposed to pesticides, as recommended by the chemical label or

local/federal regulations.

• Do not over apply pesticide. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer. Excess pesticide can be

dangerous to humans/animals, damage desirable plants, and contaminate soil and water sources.

• Do not eat, drink, smoke, rub your eyes or touch your bare skin while handling chemicals and applying.

• Clean up spills immediately per instructions on the chemical label.

• See Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs. Wear personal protective

equipment and follow safety instructions.

-------------------------------- AFTER OPERATION ------------------------------

• Periodic maintenance. Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the water pump in safe

working condition.

• Clean water pump immediately after use according to the directions provided in this manual.

• Decontaminate yourself after you are done using and have cleaned the water pump. Wash all exposed areas

of the body with soap and water, and remove and launder clothing.

• Dispose of or store remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked container.

• 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 the water pump while unattended.

• Follow instructions for safely fueling/refueling the engine. Gasoline is flammable and can explode. Always

use caution when handling 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.

• 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 whil e usi n g t he wate r 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.

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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.

• Read and follow the safety rules for troubleshooting / servicing the water pump to avoid accidental exposure

to chemical and risk of electric shock.

• Let engine cool before storing. Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing. A hot engine can be 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.

Chemical accident procedures

Immediate response is necessary in the event of leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning, or spills. See
instructions below:

Pump leak

Bodily
chemical
contact

Poisoning by
ingestion or
inhalation

If the water pump develops a leak, immediately stop using. Turn off power to the

engine and follow directions below, as applicable.

Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray
directly onto a person.

1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label

.

General procedures can include

:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water.
b) Skin – wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing. Dispose of heavily contaminated

clothing per chemical label instructions.

2. Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences symptoms
of harmful effects. Bring the chemical label for reference.

In case of poisoning from ingestion or inhalation:

If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911

. Otherwise:

1. If you are the victim, immediately seek assistance from nearby personnel because

you may become incapacitated.

2. Immediately follow first aid instructions on chemical label

.

3. Call a poison control center for further advice. In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1222.
Have the chemical label available for reference.

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