North Star 5500 IPG owner manual Thank YOU, Table of Contents

THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing a North Star Industrial Portable Series Generator. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability, and the top performance you demand. Please take time now to read through this manual so you can better understand the machine’s operation, maintenance and safety precautions. Everyone who operates this generator must read and understand this manual. The time you take now will prolong your generator’s life and prepare you for its safe operation. Enjoy the exceptional performance of your North Star Industrial Series Generator.

IMPORTANT

Make certain the operator:

-Reads and understands the manuals pertaining to this machine.

-Is instructed in safe and proper operation of this machine.

NOTICE

K-BAR Industries Incorporated reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Thank you	1
Specifications	2
Machine component identification	3
Generator features	4-5
Introduction	5
ANSI safety definitions	5
Rules for safe operation	5-6
Installation	6
Load application	6-8
Pre-start up preparation	8
Starting - Manual	9
Starting - Electric	9
Stopping	9
Engine care	9
Generator care	9
Troubleshooting	10

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