North Star M165939J Starting the Engine, Using LP/NG To start engine using LP or Natural Gas

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Operation (cont’d)

3. Starting the Engine

After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine.

The following directions detail how to start the engine with either LP/NG or Gasoline as the fuel source:

Using LP/NG

To start engine using LP or Natural Gas:

WARNING:

DO NOT start engine if you smell gas. Exit area immediately and call gas supplier or fire department. If possible, shut off gas supply.

1)Disconnect all loads to the generator.

2)Flip fuel selector switch to the LP/NG position.

3)Start the engine:

a)Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts.

b)When the engine starts, release the key, allowing it to return to the ON position.

4)It may be necessary to momentarily depress the primer button while starting the engine, especially for cold starts.

NOTE: If you have trouble starting the engine with LP/NG, you may

need to adjust the load block:

a.Loosen the lock nut, then turn the adjustment screw clockwise until resistance is felt. At this point the load block is completely shut-off.

Adjustment

Lock Nut

Screw

 

b.While LP or NG is being supplied to the generator, turn the ignition key to the start position and slowly turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise until the engine starts. (Depress the primer button when cold starting the engine.)

c.Once the engine is running, turn the adjustment screw very slowly to smooth out engine performance.

d.Once the proper setting is achieved turn the brass lock nut to secure the adjustment screw.

5)Under long, continuous-run operating conditions, be prepared to:

a)Check engine oil level every 24 operating hours,

b)Change oil after the first 20 operating hours, and at least every 100 operating hours thereafter, as directed in the engine owner’s manual.

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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 6275WInstallation / Initial Set-Up Planning the Power LoadUnpacking & 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 Switching Fuels during operation Stop the engine using the following stepsStopping 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
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