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North Star M165938N Perform regular maintenance, Prepare engine for long term storage if needed

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Perform regular maintenance

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Perform regular maintenance

Prepare engine for long term storage if needed

Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the generator in safe working condition.

If you will not be able to exercise the generator regularly, you must prepare the engine for long term storage to prevent gum deposits from forming and causing malfunction of the engine.

Prepare engine for long term storage by:

oRemoving all gasoline from the tank and carburetor

OR

oAdding fuel stabilizer to the gasoline (following manufacturer’s instructions)

Fuel stabilizer steps:

1.Ensure gasoline tank is full.

2.Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank.

3.Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to enter the fuel system.

4.Shut off engine

5.Disconnect spark plug wire and remove spark plug

6.Add one teaspoon oil through spark plug hole

7.Place rag over spark plug hole and turn starter (or pull the recoil) a few times to lubricate the combustion chamber.

8.Replace spark plug, but do not reconnect the spark plug wire.

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North Star M165938N Perform regular maintenance, Prepare engine for long term storage if needed, Operation cont’d

Contents

Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & Storage Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts OrdersSTOP 6,600 Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge CapacityHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Installation / Initial Set-UpOperation About Your Generator About Your GeneratorThank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator Warranty Registration About Your Generator cont’dRead this Manual All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan thisSPECIFICATIONS Specifications - Item #165938NSafety Label Locations - Item #165938N To order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support atOn-Product Warning Labels 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 wattsPower Load Planning & Management cont’d ExampleSTAGGERING LOADS Installation / Initial Set-Up 2. Planning the Power LoadSteps for Installation / Initial Set-Up 4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you need3. Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if needed and installed by your gas utility technician at the timeNatural Gas NG Hook-upInstallation / Initial Set-Up You will need a minimum 100 lb. LPG gas tank to operate the generator4. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power Source Using as a Back-up Power Source for a BuildingDANGER Installation / Initial Set-UpUsing as a When using the generator as a portable power source, you can plugPortable Power SourceInstallation / Initial Set-Up Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire5. Select a Suitable Site Outdoors onlyWARNING Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard dangerous carbonChoose a location where the generator will NOT be exposed to rain No wet conditionsHot exhaust The exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause6. Grounding the generator Installation / Initial Set-Up7. Battery Installation WARNING Battery hazardsInstallation / Initial Set-Up 1. General safety rules for operation Operation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation2. Preparing for Operation 3. Starting the Engine a Using LP/NG b Using Gasoline 4. Checking Generator OutputOperation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank gasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric chargeOperation cont’d Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed2. Preparing for Operation Position generator Ground generatorFill gasoline tank if using gasoline WARNING Gasoline fire/explosion hazardWARNING Static electric spark hazard Operation cont’dStart LPG/NG supply if using Natural GasOperation cont’d Propane LPGInspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection Operation cont’dUsing LP/NG To start engine using LP or Natural Gas3. Starting the Engine Operation cont’dUsing Gasoline To start engine using gasolineOperation cont’d 4. Checking Generator Output Slight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loadsOperation cont’d 5. Connecting Loads Using as a Portable Power SourceUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building Operation cont’d6. Switching Fuels during operation Stop the engine using the following steps7. Stopping Operation cont’dWhen you are finished using the generator, you must 8. Storage & ExerciseDisconnect loads & turn off fuel supply Cool engine before storing Choose a storage location Prevent accidental startingPerform regular maintenance Prepare engine for long term storage if neededOperation cont’d Maintenance & Repair Maintenance & RepairFollow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles Maintenance & Repair cont’d for any questions, problems, or parts ordersClean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Keep generator clean Recharge and maintain battery if electric startTROUBLESHOOTING TroubleshootingProblem Possible CausesSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation Safety - Installation & Set-upBattery Safety GeneralSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety - Before UseInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Know how to operateSafety - During Use Gasoline SafetyPropane & Natural Gas Safety Personal protective equipmentSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d o Sparking or arcs from generator o Loss of electrical outputSafety - After use Safety - Inspection/MaintenanceSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Generator Exploded View Rev- N Diag # DescriptionGenerator Exploded View Rev- N Wiring Diagram Rev- N Diag #Description Generator Head Exploded View Rev- N Item #Description