North Star M165939J owner manual Reference 13 120V, 20A, Duplex

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Machine Component Identification - Item #165939J

 

and press the extended button back into the circuit breaker

 

housing.

Reference 13 - 120V, 20A, Duplex

The generator has a control panel with two duplex (two

Receptacle

receptacles in a common housing) receptacles. This duplex is a

 

120-volt (V) 20 amp (A) straight blade receptacle, National

 

Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) number 5-20R.

 

This receptacle accepts NEMA plug number 5-20P. The

 

duplex is capable of drawing 20A out of either receptacle or a

 

combination of both.

Reference 14 - Fuel Selector Switch

Switching from LP or NG to gasoline:

 

1. Disconnect all loads to generator.

 

2. Turn the gas line valve to ON position.

 

3. Flip the fuel selection switch to the GASOLINE position.

 

Switching from gasoline to LP or NG:

 

1. Disconnect all loads to generator.

 

2. Make sure LP or NG fuel is being supplied.

 

3. Flip the fuel selection switch to the LP/NG position.

 

4. Momentary sputtering is common.

 

5. Turn gasoline line valve to OFF position.

Reference 15 – Hour Meter

The control panel includes an hour meter to monitor engine run

 

time. The hour meter will not work if the 120 volt, 20 amp circuit

 

breaker is OFF (Reference 12).

Reference 16 – Oil Drain Area

This product was designed with a large window in the base

 

directly below the engine oil drain plug (Reference 18). The

 

large window facilitates a quick and clean process to change

 

engine oil.

Reference 17 – Demand Regulator

Controls the flow of LP or NG gas into the engine carburetor.

Assembly

 

Reference 18 – Oil Drain Plug

Refer to your Honda engine manual for oil change

 

recommendations.

Reference 19 – Oil Level Dip Stick

Refer to your Honda engine manual for proper oil level

 

recommendations.

Reference 20 – Engine Oil Fill Port

Remove the oil fill cap to add engine oil.

Reference 21 – Engine Key Switch

The engine key switch is located on the front of the engine.

 

Always locate this switch and be familiar with its location before

 

operating the generator.

Reference 22 – Engine Choke Lever

Used during cold starts. Refer to the Honda engine manual for

 

usage.

Reference 23 – Vibration Isolation

The engine and generator head is mounted on rubber cylinders

Mount

that absorb most of the engine vibration. This feature

 

eliminates the tendency of the machine to “walk” which is

 

common with engine powered equipment.

Reference 24 – Engine Exhaust Filter

The muffler is designed to reduce engine noise. Keep debris

 

and combustible materials away from the muffler. The muffler

 

contains a spark arrester. Refer to the Honda engine owner’s

 

manual for spark arrester maintenance.

Reference 25 – Engine Oil Filter

Replace the oil filter at each oil change. Replace with Honda

 

genuine replacement parts.

Reference 26 – Generator Head

The electricity producing part of the generator.

Reference 27 – Gas Line Shutoff

The fuel tank has an ON-OFF valve mounted underneath.

Valve

Always keep this valve closed (OFF) when the generator is not

 

in use.

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Contents M165939J Hazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents About Your Generator About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator cont’d Read this ManualSpecifications Specifications Item #165939JSafety Label Locations Item #165939J Part numbers DescriptionMachine Component Identification Item #165939J DescriptionReference Guide Reference 13 120V, 20A, Duplex Power Load Planning & Management Example conversion to wattsPower Load Planning & Management cont’d Total 6275WPlanning the Power Load Installation / Initial Set-UpUnpacking & Delivery Inspection Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if needed Installation / Initial Set-Up Set-up either as a Building BACK-UP or Portable Power Source Generator Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length Select a Suitable Site Structure allow at least a 7’ clearance Grounding the generator Battery Installation General safety rules for operation OperationOperation cont’d Operation cont’d Preparing for Operation ManualOperation cont’d Start LPG/NG supply If using Natural GasOperation cont’d Using LP/NG To start engine using LP or Natural Gas Starting the EngineTo start engine using gasoline Checking Generator Output Connecting Loads Stop the engine using the following steps Switching Fuels during operationStopping When you are finished using the generator, you must Storage & ExerciseOperation cont’d Maintenance & Repair Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair cont’d Troubleshooting TroubleshootingBattery Safety Summary of Importation Information for OperationInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Summary of Importation Information for Operation cont’dPropane & Natural Gas Safety Know how to operate\Gasoline Safety Personal protective equipmentSafety During Use Safety After use Generator Exploded View Rev J Fig # Description Qty Wiring Diagram Rev J Diag # Description Qty Fuel Delivery System Rev J Diag # Description QtyGenerator Head Exploded View Rev J Ref # Description Qty