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NorthStar Pressure Washer Heater/Steamer Add-on Unit - 4000 PSI, 4 GPM, 120 Volt

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Add this NorthStar heater to a cold water pressure washer to gain the cleaning power of hot water and steam. Diesel burner heats water up to 250°F. U.S.A. Pressure (PSI): 4,000, Flow (GPM): 4, Volts: 120, Amps: 15, Hose: 5ft., Power Cord (ft.): 36, Fuel Capacity (gal.): 4, Fuel Type: Diesel, Max. Output Water Temp (°F): 250, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 38 1/4 x 27 x 38 3/4 Upgrades a cold water pressure washer into a hot water/steam pressure washer For pressure washers from 2-4 GPM and 4000 PSI max. Diesel burner heats water up to 250°F Diesel burner has 1/2in. Schedule 80 heating coil, temperature control and 4-gallon fuel tank 5-ft. quick-couple hose connects to pressure washer pump Pressure washer hose connects to heater quick-couple outlet 36-ft. GFCI cord plugs into standard 120V, 15 Amp outlet Replacement parts are available through Northern Tool Parts Department 1-800-270-0810
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Questions & Answers for NorthStar Pressure Washer Heater/Steamer Add-on Unit - 4000 PSI, 4 GPM, 120 Volt

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Can this be used on Northstar cold water machines

I have seen where the expert has said that only cold water can be used on the cold water machines as they are specified at 140 degree in and out. Yet in this forum the expert says that they can be used. I want to have a cold water washer and the add on hot unit. So what cold water washer and pump will take the hot water produced by this unit?
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This NorthStar Pressure Washer Heater/Steamer add-on unit will connect to your pressure washer after water is already passed through the pump. This can be used with any pressure washer that is 2-4 GPM, and max PSI of 4000.
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Any of them. The heater has a hose the connects to the pressure washer and your hose thats attached to your wand or surface cleaner connects to the heater.
answered 1 year ago
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ImthePrez
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is there a addon hood that directs the exaust gasses horizontally....and is it fan forced

asked 6 months ago
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Currently, there is no additional hood for directing exhaust, this unit is to only be used outdoors.
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I have it mounted in my box truck. Just used a 7" duct elbow and went out the side
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DieselPirate
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What is the power it use diesel or electric?

I see that you have mark that it have 120v 15amp and diesel so my question is if it need both or just diesel or electric.
asked 1 year, 10 months ago
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Mathieu
 - Granby
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It burns deisel to heat the water and electricity to fire the desel.
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 - Fairhope, AL
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Northstar Expert
To operate, this unit will need both diesel and 120 volt power. The burner is fired by diesel and requires the electricity for the ignition. Although the outlet that is required should have a 15 amp breaker the actual draw will be lower.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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It heats the water to 250 degrees but what degree does the water come out of the wand?

asked 1 year, 3 months ago
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Northstar Expert
The temperature at the wand will vary depending on a number of variables including hose length and ambient air temperature. The shorter the hose length and the higher the air temperature the less thermal loss there will be between the unit and the wand.
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Depends on the length of pressure hose, and the outside temp. With 50' of hose and snow on the ground, I lose about 5 degrees.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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 - Minnesota
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What is the run time?

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The approximate run time at the maximum temperature is around 2 hours.
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Can this unit be perminantly installed inside a building? Can the exhaust be ducted outside?

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Northstar Expert
This unit is made for outdoor use only. Indoor use could result in exposure to hazardous fumes and a possible fire hazard. At this time we do not offer or condone any exhaust system that could be attached to this unit.
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How do you change from hot water to steam?

I have a car detail bussines and I need a steamer for cleaning the interior, engine and the outside of the car, the unit will be mounted on a trailer next to a pressure washer. So I need to know if is easy to go from hot water to steam, thanks.
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This NorthStar add-on Heater/Steamer has a thermostat for you to easily select your desired temperature. Make sure you have appropriate equipment for the temperature you are using.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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Can this unit handle 5 gallons water per minute.

asked 1 year, 5 months ago
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steve931
 - Huntsville,Ala.
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Northstar Expert
No, this unit is designed to work with pressure washers that do not exceed 4 gallons per min. @ 4000 P.S.I.
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I have a cold water John Deer pressure washer with 3800 PSI and 4 GPM, will this heater work with it?

asked 1 year, 4 months ago
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Northstar Expert
Yes, this NorthStar pressure washer add-on unit can be used with any pressure washer that is 2-4 GPM, and max PSI of 4000.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
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For the 120 V power supply, is it just temporary to fire the burner or do you need to leave it plugged in while it is running?

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This NorthStar Pressure Washer Heater/Steamer add-on unit will need to be plugged in to a 120 volt outlet the entire time this unit is running. The electricity powers the fuel pump, and also the igniter.
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