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North Star M165938N Battery Installation, WARNING Battery hazards, Installation / Initial Set-Up

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7. Battery Installation

General Battery Safety Rules

Connecting the battery

Disconnecting the battery

Installation / Initial Set-Up

7. Battery Installation

Your generator’s engine is equipped with an electric starter which requires the installation of a 12- volt lawn tractor size battery (Group U1). See the “Specifications” section of this manual for more specific battery requirements for this generator model, such as minimum amperage or CCA rating.

The battery is to be supplied by the customer and should be installed in the protective battery box located near the engine. Follow the instructions detailed below for connecting and disconnecting the battery.

WARNING: Battery hazards

Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion.

ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below.

• ALWAYS use eye protection when handling batteries.

• NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.

•NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non-insulated tools.

•If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and neutralize with baking soda.

Always connect the cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock: 1. Find the battery cables located inside the battery box.

2.Connect the red cable to the positive(+) terminal of the battery.

3.Then connect the black cable to the negative(-)terminal of the battery.

Always disconnect cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock.

1. First, disconnect the black cable from the negative(-)terminal of the battery.

2.Next, disconnect the red cable from the positive(+) terminal of the battery.

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North Star M165938N owner manual Battery Installation, WARNING Battery hazards, Installation / Initial Set-Up

Contents

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 Installation / Initial Set-Up Table of ContentsOperation About Your Generator About Your GeneratorThank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable 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 wattsExample Power Load Planning & Management cont’dSTAGGERING LOADS 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-UpWARNING Battery hazards 7. Battery InstallationInstallation / Initial Set-Up 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 gasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge Static electricity and filling the gasoline tankOperation cont’d 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’dTo start engine using gasoline Using GasolineOperation cont’d Slight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loads 4. Checking Generator OutputOperation cont’d 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 startingPrepare engine for long term storage if needed Perform regular maintenanceOperation cont’d Maintenance & Repair Maintenance & RepairFollow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles 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 outputSafety - Inspection/Maintenance Safety - After useSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Generator Exploded View Rev- N Description Diag #Generator Exploded View Rev- N Diag # Wiring Diagram Rev- NDescription Item # Generator Head Exploded View Rev- NDescription