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North Star M165938N owner manual Hazard Signal Word Definitions

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STOP Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders 6,600 Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge CapacityHazard Signal Word Definitions Operation Table of ContentsInstallation / Initial Set-Up Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator Read this Manual Warranty RegistrationAbout Your Generator cont’d All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan thisSPECIFICATIONS Specifications - Item #165938NOn-Product Warning Labels Safety Label Locations - Item #165938NTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at Part numbersMachine Component Identification - Item #165938N REFERENCE GUIDE Machine Component Identification - Item #165938NMachine Component Identification - Item #165938N The engine and generator are mounted on rubberPower Load Planning & Management Example conversion to wattsSTAGGERING LOADS Power Load Planning & Management cont’dExample Steps for Installation / Initial Set-Up Installation / Initial Set-Up2. Planning the Power Load 4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you needNatural Gas NG 3. Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if neededand installed by your gas utility technician at the time Hook-upInstallation / Initial Set-Up You will need a minimum 100 lb. LPG gas tank to operate the generatorDANGER 4. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power SourceUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building Installation / Initial Set-UpPortable Power Using as aWhen using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug SourceInstallation / Initial Set-Up Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fireWARNING Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard 5. Select a Suitable SiteOutdoors only dangerous carbonHot exhaust Choose a location where the generator will NOT be exposed to rainNo wet conditions The exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause6. Grounding the generator Installation / Initial Set-UpInstallation / Initial Set-Up 7. Battery InstallationWARNING Battery hazards 2. Preparing for Operation 3. Starting the Engine a Using LP/NG 1. General safety rules for operationOperation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation b Using Gasoline 4. Checking Generator OutputOperation cont’d Operation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tankgasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge 2. Preparing for Operation Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oilCheck the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed Position generator Ground generatorWARNING Static electric spark hazard Fill gasoline tank if using gasolineWARNING Gasoline fire/explosion hazard Operation cont’dOperation cont’d Start LPG/NG supply if usingNatural Gas Propane LPGInspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection Operation cont’d3. Starting the Engine Using LP/NGTo start engine using LP or Natural Gas Operation cont’dOperation cont’d Using GasolineTo start engine using gasoline Operation cont’d 4. Checking Generator OutputSlight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loads Using as a Back-up Power Source for a Building 5. Connecting LoadsUsing as a Portable Power Source Operation cont’d7. Stopping 6. Switching Fuels during operationStop the engine using the following steps Operation cont’dDisconnect loads & turn off fuel supply Cool engine before storing When you are finished using the generator, you must8. Storage & Exercise Choose a storage location Prevent accidental startingOperation cont’d Perform regular maintenancePrepare engine for long term storage if needed Follow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair Clean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Keep generator clean Maintenance & Repair cont’dfor any questions, problems, or parts orders Recharge and maintain battery if electric startProblem TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshooting Possible CausesBattery Safety Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Installation & Set-up GeneralInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSafety - Before Use Know how to operatePropane & Natural Gas Safety Safety - During UseGasoline Safety Personal protective equipmentSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d o Sparking or arcs from generator o Loss of electrical outputSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety - After useSafety - Inspection/Maintenance Generator Exploded View Rev- N Generator Exploded View Rev- N Diag #Description Description Wiring Diagram Rev- NDiag # Description Generator Head Exploded View Rev- NItem #