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North Star M165938N owner manual Generator Exploded View Rev- N

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Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageSTOP 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 About Your Generator cont’d Warranty RegistrationRead this Manual All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan thisSpecifications - Item #165938N SPECIFICATIONSTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at Safety Label Locations - Item #165938NOn-Product Warning Labels Part numbersMachine Component Identification - Item #165938N Machine Component Identification - Item #165938N REFERENCE GUIDEThe engine and generator are mounted on rubber Machine Component Identification - Item #165938NExample conversion to watts Power Load Planning & ManagementPower Load Planning & Management cont’d ExampleSTAGGERING LOADS 2. Planning the Power Load Installation / Initial Set-UpSteps for Installation / Initial Set-Up 4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you needand installed by your gas utility technician at the time 3. Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if neededNatural Gas NG Hook-upYou will need a minimum 100 lb. LPG gas tank to operate the generator Installation / Initial Set-UpUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building 4. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power SourceDANGER Installation / Initial Set-UpWhen using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug Using as aPortable Power SourceUse of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire Installation / Initial Set-UpOutdoors only 5. Select a Suitable SiteWARNING Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard dangerous carbonNo wet conditions Choose a location where the generator will NOT be exposed to rainHot exhaust The exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can causeInstallation / Initial Set-Up 6. Grounding the generator7. Battery Installation WARNING Battery hazardsInstallation / Initial Set-Up Operation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation 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 Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil2. Preparing for Operation Position generator Ground generatorWARNING Gasoline fire/explosion hazard Fill gasoline tank if using gasolineWARNING Static electric spark hazard Operation cont’dNatural Gas Start LPG/NG supply if usingOperation cont’d Propane LPGOperation cont’d Inspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal ProtectionTo start engine using LP or Natural Gas Using LP/NG3. 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 Using as a Portable Power Source 5. Connecting LoadsUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building Operation cont’dStop the engine using the following steps 6. Switching Fuels during operation7. Stopping Operation cont’d8. Storage & Exercise When you are finished using the generator, you mustDisconnect 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 for any questions, problems, or parts orders Maintenance & Repair cont’dClean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Keep generator clean Recharge and maintain battery if electric startTroubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem Possible CausesSafety - Installation & Set-up Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationBattery Safety GeneralSafety - Before Use Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Know how to operateGasoline Safety Safety - During UsePropane & Natural Gas Safety Personal protective equipmento Sparking or arcs from generator o Loss of electrical output Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSafety - 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