North Star M165938N owner manual Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge Capacity

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M165938N

ITEM NUMBER: 165938

SERIAL NUMBER: _____________

Owner’s Manual

Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & Storage

Portable, Outdoor Use-Only, Triple Fuel Generator

6,600 Watt Continuous (8,000 Watt Surge) Capacity

Can be used to power individual appliances plugged directly into the generator’s outlets, or as a back-up connection to a building’s power supply (via a professionally installed UL-approved transfer switch.

WARNING

READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using the generator! Failure to properly set up, operate, and maintain this generator could result in serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock, fire/explosion, or burns. In particular, be aware of the following hazards:

CO Poisoning

Generators give off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it.

•ONLY run generator OUTDOORS and AWAY from building air intakes. NEVER run generator inside any enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, including homes, basements, garages, sheds, boxes, RVs, boats or pick-up truck beds. These spaces can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or open windows.

•Carbon monoxide is given off whether you are using gasoline, natural gas, or propane to power the generator.

•Install carbon monoxide alarms inside nearby structures/buildings (battery-operated, or plug-in with battery backup).

Electric shock / Electrocution

•High voltage electricity from generator can kill. DO NOT operate in wet locations. Be sure generator is properly grounded. Use only UL-listed, outdoor-rated grounded extension cords of proper size.

•NEVER plug the generator directly into a wall outlet. ANY connection to a building’s electrical system MUST ISOLATE THE GENERATOR FROM UTILITY POWER via a UL-approved transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician. Otherwise, back feed from the generator into the power grid could kill utility workers.

Fire / Explosion

•DO NOT overload generator (per rated capacity), and OPERATE ONLY in an area with adequate cooling ventilation so engine does not overheat. Exhaust can be extremely hot. Keep muffler at least 7’ from all combustible objects.

•All fuels are flammable. Never fuel a running or hot engine. Never pump fuel directly into generator at gas station – use approved container to transfer fuel. Ensure there are no fuel leaks, and keep sources of sparks and flames away.

•LPG/NG hook-ups must be completed by a certified gas technician and comply with all federal and local requirements.

•ALWAYS keep a fire extinguisher rated “ABC” nearby.

STOP!

CHOOSE THE RIGHT GENERATOR FOR YOUR NEEDS. See the “Power load Planning & Management” section of this manual to determine your power load requirements and then compare to the generator’s rated capacity.

INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See the “Unpacking & Delivery Inspection” section for instructions on whom to contact to report missing or damaged parts.

ARRANGE FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION of transfer switch and/or NG/LPG hook-ups, if they will be used.

See the “Installation/Initial Set-Up” section for more information about these requirements.

Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders

Call NorthStar Product Support 1-800-270-0810

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Contents Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge Capacity Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts OrdersHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents About Your Generator About Your GeneratorRead this Manual About Your Generator cont’dSpecifications Item #165938N SpecificationsPart numbers Description Safety Label Locations Item #165938NDescription Machine Component Identification Item #165938NReference Guide Reference 9 Vibration Example conversion to watts Power Load Planning & ManagementExample Power Load Planning & Management cont’dPlanning the Power Load Installation / Initial Set-UpUnpacking & Delivery Inspection Propane LPG Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if neededHook-up Generator Installation / Initial Set-Up Set-up either as a Building BACK-UP or Portable Power Source Nema Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length Outdoors only Select a Suitable SiteMonoxide exhaust Away from all air intakesStructure allow at least a 7’ clearance Grounding the generator Battery Installation Operation General safety rules for operationOperation cont’d Operation cont’d Preparing for Operation Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as neededGenerator on gasoline Natural Gas Start LPG/NG supply If usingOperation cont’d Starting the Engine Using LP/NG To start engine using LP or Natural GasTo start engine using gasoline Checking Generator Output Connecting Loads Stop the engine using the following steps Switching Fuels during operationStopping Storage & Exercise When you are finished using the generator, you mustOperation cont’d Maintenance & Repair Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair cont’d Troubleshooting TroubleshootingSafety Installation & Set-up Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationBattery Safety GeneralInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Safety Before UseKnow how to operate Gasoline Safety Safety During UsePropane & Natural Gas Safety Personal protective equipmentSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety Inspection/Maintenance Safety After useGenerator Exploded View Rev- N Diag # Description Qty Wiring Diagram Rev- N Item # Description Qty Generator Head Exploded View Rev- N
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