North Star M165938N owner manual Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length

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Installation / Initial Set-Up

♦Extension cords may be used to power devices that are located at a distance from the generator. However, use only UL-listed, outdoor-rated, grounded extension cords of the proper size. Use Table 2 below to choose an adequately sized extension cord according to the amperage of the device being used and the length of the cord.

Table 2

Current/Power		Maximum Extension Cord Length

Amps at	Load	#10 Ga.	#12 Ga.	#14 Ga.	#16 Ga.

240V	(watts)	Cord	Cord	Cord	Cord
10	2400	250'	150'	100'	75'

20	4800	125'	75'	50'	25'

30	7200	60'	35'	25'	10'
40	9600	30'	15'	10'	*

50	12000	15'	*	*	*

WARNING:

Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or damage to connected devices.

♦All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition and not worn, bare, frayed, or otherwise damaged.

WARNING:

Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire.

Note: If an extension cord becomes hot to the touch, it is overloaded or damaged and must be replaced.

Northern Tool is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from customer use of inadequate extension cords.

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Contents Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge CapacityHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents About Your Generator About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator cont’d Read this ManualSpecifications Specifications Item #165938NSafety Label Locations Item #165938N Part numbers DescriptionMachine Component Identification Item #165938N DescriptionReference Guide Reference 9 Vibration Power Load Planning & Management Example conversion to wattsPower Load Planning & Management cont’d ExampleInstallation / Initial Set-Up Planning the Power LoadUnpacking & Delivery Inspection Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if needed Propane LPGHook-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 Monoxide exhaust Select a Suitable SiteOutdoors only Away from all air intakesStructure allow at least a 7’ clearance Grounding the generator Battery Installation General safety rules for operation OperationOperation cont’d Operation cont’d Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed Preparing for OperationGenerator on gasoline 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 Important Safety Information for OperationSafety Installation & Set-up GeneralSafety Before Use Installation / Initial Set-up SafetyKnow how to operate Propane & Natural Gas Safety Safety During UseGasoline Safety Personal protective equipmentSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety After use Safety Inspection/MaintenanceGenerator Exploded View Rev- N Diag # Description Qty Wiring Diagram Rev- N Generator Head Exploded View Rev- N Item # Description Qty