North Star M165938N owner manual Reference 9 Vibration

Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N

Reference 9 – Vibration	The engine and generator are mounted on rubber
Isolation Mounts	cylinders that absorb most of the engine vibration.
	This feature eliminates the tendency of the machine to
	“walk” which is common in engine powered equipment.
Reference 10 – Oil Drain Plug	Refer to your Honda engine manual for oil change
	recommendations.
Reference 11 – Super Silent	Noise level is 8 dB less than Honda’s standard muffler.
Muffler
Reference 12 – Air Cleaner	Refer to your Honda engine manual for air cleaner
	care.
Reference 13 – Engine Key	The engine key is located on the engine. Always
Switch	locate this switch and be familiar with its location
	before operating the generator. Consult the Honda
	engine owner’s manual for further instructions.
Reference 14 – Fuel Valve	The engine has an ON-OFF valve mounted on the
	front of the engine. Always keep this valve closed
	when the generator is not in use.
Reference 15 – Choke Lever	Used during cold starts. The choke is only used with
	gasoline fuel. Refer to Honda engine manual for
	usage.
Reference 16 – Recoil	Grasp firmly when starting engine.
Reference 17 – LPG / NG – ¾”	Before you start engine, smell next to floor for gas, if
NPT Inlet	you do smell gas:
	• DO NOT start engine.
	• DO NOT light a match.
	• DO NOT flip on an electrical switch.
	• Exit area immediately and call gas supplier or
	fire department.
	Minimum flow range required: NG - 2.0 CFM,
	LPG - 5.7 lb/hr.
	Pressure Range: 4-6 ounces, OR 7-11 inches of water
	column. NEVER over pressurize.
Reference 18 – Demand	Supplies the engine LP or NG fuel only if the engine is
Regulator	running.
Reference 19 – Generator Head	The electricity producing part of the generator.

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