North Star M165938N owner manual Reference Guide

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Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N

REFERENCE GUIDE

 

Reference 1 – Gas Cap with

The gas cap is extra large, creating a large hole for

 

Gauge

refilling and a comfortable grip. You can always

 

 

monitor the fuel level without removing the cap by

 

 

using the fuel level indicator built into the gas cap.

 

Reference 2 – 6.5 Gallon Gas

Large tank allows for extended run capabilities.

 

 

Tank

Always allow room for gasoline expansion by not

 

 

 

filling the gas tank completely full.

 

 

 

Reference 3 – Battery Box

The battery box provides protection for the battery and

 

 

 

will accept a standard lawn tractor size battery (Group

 

 

U1-7). The engine requires a 12 volts d.c. battery, with

 

 

a minimum rating of 18Ah (Amp-Hour). See battery

 

 

section for sizing.

 

 

 

 

Reference 4 – Circuit Breakers

This portable single phase generator has 1-15 amp

 

 

 

(A), 2-20 amp (A), and 2-30 amp (A) push to reset

 

 

 

circuit breakers to protect against electrical overloads.

 

 

Reference 5 – 120V 15A 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) 15 amp (A) straight blade

 

 

receptacle,

National

Electrical

Manufacturer’s

 

 

Association (NEMA) number 5-15R. This receptacle

 

 

accepts NEMA plug number 5-15P. The duplex is

 

 

capable of drawing 15A out of either receptacle or a

 

 

combination of both.

 

 

 

 

Reference 6 – Fuel Selector

Switching from LP or NG to gasoline:

 

 

Switch

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 NONE position.

 

 

 

4. Wait for the engine to begin sputtering, this

 

 

 

indicates the engine is being starved of

 

 

 

gasoline. Do not choke the engine when

 

 

 

switching to LP/NG fuel.

 

 

 

 

5. Flip the fuel selection switch to the LP/NG

 

 

 

position.

 

 

 

 

 

6. Momentary sputtering is common. If engine

 

 

 

stops running, turn the ignition key to restart

 

 

 

the engine.

 

 

 

 

 

7. Turn gasoline line valve to OFF position.

 

 

Reference 7 – 120V 20A Duplex

The second duplex is a 120V 20A straight blade

 

 

Receptacle

receptacle,

National

Electrical

Manufacturer’s

 

 

Association (NEMA) number 5-20R. This receptacle

 

 

accepts NEMA plug numbers 5-15P and 5-20P. Each

 

 

receptacle on this duplex is capable of drawing 20A.

 

Reference 8 – 120/240V 30A

The locking device is a 120/240V 30A NEMA L14-30R

 

 

Locking Receptacle

receptacle.

This receptacle accepts

a NEMA plug

 

 

 

number L14-30P.

 

 

 

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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’dInstallation / 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 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 Switching Fuels during operation Stop the engine using the following stepsStopping 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 GeneralSafety Before Use Installation / Initial Set-up SafetyKnow 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