Troubleshooting

Problem

 

Engine will not start

SOLUTION: A,B

Low/Surging pressure or no water flow

SOLUTION: C,D,E,F,G,H

No chemical injection

SOLUTION: I,J,K,L

Cause

Solution

A- Low oil shutdown

See engine manual for oil requirements

B- Engine starting instructions not followed

See engine manual for starting instructions

C- Insufficient water supply

See water supply section of this manual

D- Plugged pump inlet filter

See maintenance section of this manual

E- Wrong nozzle

Make sure high pressure nozzle is being used

F- Plugged nozzle

Remove nozzle, check for blockage

G- Worn nozzle

Replace nozzle

H- Leak in pressure hose

Replace pressure hose

I- Wrong nozzle

Make sure chemical nozzle is being used

J- Back pressure from extra long discharge hose

Try shorter hose

K- Leak in chemical siphon hose

Replace hose – use hose clamps if necessary

L- Chemical strainer not submerged

Make sure strainer is completely submerged

Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders

Call Northstar Customer Service 1-800-270-0810

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North Star MA1578111D, MA 1578111D owner manual Troubleshooting Problem, Cause Solution