North Star M165938N owner manual Switching Fuels during operation, Stopping, Operation cont’d

Switching from LP/NG to Gasoline

Switching from Gasoline to LP/NG

Operation (cont’d)

6. Switching Fuels (during operation)

You can switch fuel sources (from gasoline to LP/NG, or from LP/NG to gasoline) while the generator is running. Follow the instructions below:

1. Disconnect all loads to the generator. Leave the engine running.

2. Turn the gasoline line shut-off valve to ON position.

3. Flip the fuel selector switch to the GASOLINE position.

1. Disconnect all loads to the generator. Leave the engine running.

2. Make sure LP or NG fuel is properly connected to ¾” NPT supply inlet and is being supplied.

WARNING:

If you smell gas, turn off engine and shut off gas supply immediately. Exit area and call gas supplier or fire department.

3.Flip the fuel selector switch to the NONE position. The fuel conversion should take 1-2 seconds.

4.Wait for the engine to begin sputtering. This indicates the engine is being starved of gasoline.

5.Flip the fuel selector switch to the LP/NG position.

6.Turn the gasoline line shut shut-off valve to OFF position.

7. Stopping

Stop the engine using the following steps:

1.Disconnect all loads to the generator.

2.Turn engine key switch to OFF position.

3.Turn gasoline line shut-off valve to OFF position.

4.The fuel lock-off solenoid automatically stops the flow of LP or NG to the engine.

5.Remove key from starter to prevent accidental starting of engine.

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