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ManualsBrandsNorthStar ManualsLawn & GardenNSQ Series On-Demand Plunger Sprayer Pump with Quick-Connect Ports — 2 GPM, 12 Volt, 200 PSI

Installation (continued)

Step Three: Connect pump to battery or 12V supply

WARNING

Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can

cause electric shock.

Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with

the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion.

ALWAYS follow the safety instructions and steps listed below in exact sequence when

connecting the pump to the battery terminals.

1. Preparatory

safety

Preparatory safety steps:

 ALWAYS use eye protection

 NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.

 NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time or with any

non-insulated tools.

 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water

and neutralize with baking soda.

2. Electrical

requirements

 The pump should be on a dedicated (individual) circuit, controlled

with a double pole switch (UL/CSA certified) rated at or above the

fuse ampere indicated by the pump motor label. Depending on

distance of the power source from the pump and ampere load on the

circuit, wire may need to be heavier than indicated by the chart.

 The pump is protected with a fuse. Use an approved wire of the size

specified or heavier.

Voltage

Model

Fuse

(amp)

Wire Leads

Wire Size

(Stranded MTW)

12 VDC

26820200

20.0

RED (positive +)

BLACK (negative -)

#12 AWG (4.0mm

)

(or heavier)

Note: Use #10 AWG (5.0mm

) for wire lengths over 12 feet (3.6m). Do not

exceed 25 feet (7.6m) of total wire length.

A remote switch is recommended for temporarily shutting off the pump’s

operation.

Call NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810 to order NorthStar Item

#793295.

3. Connect pump

to battery

Connect the pump to a 12V DC battery using the following procedure:

a) Disconnect the vehicle battery ground wire.

b) Connect the pump’s red wire to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.

c) Connect the pump’s black wire to the negative (-) terminal of the

battery.

d) Reconnect the vehicle battery ground wire.

Note: Skip steps (a) and (d) if battery is not in a vehicle.

WARNING: Always connect in this sequence to avoid possible shock.