Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & Storage
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
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6,600 Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge Capacity
Hazard Signal Word Definitions
Installation / Initial Set-Up
Table of Contents
Operation
About Your Generator
About Your Generator
Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator
Warranty Registration
About Your Generator cont’d
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications - Item #165938N
Safety Label Locations - Item #165938N
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On-Product Warning Labels
Part numbers
Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N
REFERENCE GUIDE
Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N
Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N
The engine and generator are mounted on rubber
Power Load Planning & Management
Example conversion to watts
Example
Power Load Planning & Management cont’d
STAGGERING LOADS
Installation / Initial Set-Up
2. Planning the Power Load
Steps for Installation / Initial Set-Up
4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you need
3. Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if needed
and installed by your gas utility technician at the time
Natural Gas NG
Hook-up
Installation / Initial Set-Up
You will need a minimum 100 lb. LPG gas tank to operate the generator
4. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power Source
Using as a Back-up Power Source for a Building
DANGER
Installation / Initial Set-Up
Using as a
When using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug
Portable Power
Source
Installation / Initial Set-Up
Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire
5. Select a Suitable Site
Outdoors only
WARNING Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
dangerous carbon
Choose a location where the generator will NOT be exposed to rain
No wet conditions
Hot exhaust
The exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause
6. Grounding the generator
Installation / Initial Set-Up
WARNING Battery hazards
7. Battery Installation
Installation / Initial Set-Up
1. General safety rules for operation
Operation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation
2. Preparing for Operation 3. Starting the Engine a Using LP/NG
b Using Gasoline 4. Checking Generator Output
Operation cont’d
gasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge
Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank
Operation cont’d
Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil
Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed
2. Preparing for Operation
Position generator Ground generator
Fill gasoline tank if using gasoline
WARNING Gasoline fire/explosion hazard
WARNING Static electric spark hazard
Operation cont’d
Start LPG/NG supply if using
Natural Gas
Operation cont’d
Propane LPG
Inspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection
Operation cont’d
Using LP/NG
To start engine using LP or Natural Gas
3. Starting the Engine
Operation cont’d
To start engine using gasoline
Using Gasoline
Operation cont’d
Slight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loads
4. Checking Generator Output
Operation cont’d
5. Connecting Loads
Using as a Portable Power Source
Using as a Back-up Power Source for a Building
Operation cont’d
6. Switching Fuels during operation
Stop the engine using the following steps
7. Stopping
Operation cont’d
When you are finished using the generator, you must
8. Storage & Exercise
Disconnect loads & turn off fuel supply Cool engine before storing
Choose a storage location Prevent accidental starting
Prepare engine for long term storage if needed
Perform regular maintenance
Operation cont’d
Maintenance & Repair
Maintenance & Repair
Follow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles
Maintenance & Repair cont’d
for any questions, problems, or parts orders
Clean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Keep generator clean
Recharge and maintain battery if electric start
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation
Safety - Installation & Set-up
Battery Safety
General
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d
Safety - Before Use
Installation / Initial Set-up Safety
Know how to operate
Safety - During Use
Gasoline Safety
Propane & Natural Gas Safety
Personal protective equipment
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d
o Sparking or arcs from generator o Loss of electrical output
Safety - Inspection/Maintenance
Safety - After use
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d
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