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North Star M165938N owner manual Wiring Diagram Rev- N, Diag #, Description

Models: M165938N

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Wiring Diagram Rev- N


Diag #	Part #	Description	Qty

1	31086	Thermal Circuit Breaker, 30 Amp	2
2	30643	Thermal Circuit Breaker, 20 Amp	2
3	306433	Thermal Circuit Breaker, 15 Amp	1
4	30975	Control Panel Face	1
5	306429	Binding Post	1
6	306438	15 Amp, 120 Volt Receptacle (NEMA 5-15R)	1
7	31736	20 Amp, 120 Volt Receptacle (NEMA 5-20R)	1
8	31824	Switch	1
9	306422	30 Amp, 120/240 Volt Locking Device Receptacle	1
		(NEMA L14-30R)
10	38191	Wire Harness	1
11	31107	Wire Assembly	1
12	306604	Wire Assembly	1
13	38334	Wire Harness	1
B23	31106	Black Terminated Wire	1
B24	31108	Black Terminated Wire	1
B26	31109	Black Terminated Wire	1
B28	306599	Black Terminated Wire	1
B29	30660	Black Terminated Wire	1
B31	306601	Black Terminated Wire	1
G22	31823	Green Terminated Wire	1
W25	30977	White Terminated Wire	1

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North Star M165938N owner manual Wiring Diagram Rev- N, Diag #, Description

Contents

6,600 Watt Continuous 8,000 Watt Surge Capacity Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders STOPHazard Signal Word Definitions Operation Table of ContentsInstallation / Initial Set-Up Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this Warranty RegistrationAbout Your Generator cont’d Read this ManualSpecifications - Item #165938N SPECIFICATIONSPart numbers Safety Label Locations - Item #165938NTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at On-Product Warning LabelsMachine 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 & ManagementSTAGGERING LOADS Power Load Planning & Management cont’dExample 4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you need Installation / Initial Set-Up2. Planning the Power Load Steps for Installation / Initial Set-UpHook-up 3. Gas Hook-up Installation for Natural Gas or LPG if neededand installed by your gas utility technician at the time Natural Gas NGYou will need a minimum 100 lb. LPG gas tank to operate the generator Installation / Initial Set-UpInstallation / Initial Set-Up 4. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power SourceUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building DANGERSource Using as aWhen using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug Portable PowerUse of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire Installation / Initial Set-Updangerous carbon 5. Select a Suitable SiteOutdoors only WARNING Carbon monoxide poisoning hazardThe exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause Choose a location where the generator will NOT be exposed to rainNo wet conditions Hot exhaustInstallation / Initial Set-Up 6. Grounding the generatorInstallation / Initial Set-Up 7. Battery InstallationWARNING Battery hazards b Using Gasoline 4. Checking Generator Output 1. General safety rules for operationOperation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation 2. Preparing for Operation 3. Starting the Engine a Using LP/NGOperation cont’d Operation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tankgasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge Position generator Ground generator Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oilCheck the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed 2. Preparing for OperationOperation cont’d Fill gasoline tank if using gasolineWARNING Gasoline fire/explosion hazard WARNING Static electric spark hazardPropane LPG Start LPG/NG supply if usingNatural Gas Operation cont’dOperation cont’d Inspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal ProtectionOperation cont’d Using LP/NGTo start engine using LP or Natural Gas 3. Starting the EngineOperation cont’d Using GasolineTo start engine using gasoline Operation cont’d 4. Checking Generator OutputSlight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loads Operation cont’d 5. Connecting LoadsUsing as a Portable Power Source Using as a Back-up Power Source for a BuildingOperation cont’d 6. Switching Fuels during operationStop the engine using the following steps 7. StoppingChoose a storage location Prevent accidental starting When you are finished using the generator, you must8. Storage & Exercise Disconnect loads & turn off fuel supply Cool engine before storingOperation cont’d Perform regular maintenancePrepare engine for long term storage if needed Follow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair Recharge and maintain battery if electric start Maintenance & Repair cont’dfor any questions, problems, or parts orders Clean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Keep generator cleanPossible Causes TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshooting ProblemGeneral Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Installation & Set-up Battery SafetyKnow how to operate Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSafety - Before Use Installation / Initial Set-up SafetyPersonal protective equipment Safety - During UseGasoline Safety Propane & Natural Gas Safetyo Sparking or arcs from generator o Loss of electrical output Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSummary 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 #