Operation Instructions
Use to Approximate Generator Load Requirements
Device | Running Watts |
| Device | Running Watts |
Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) | 1700 (a) |
| Lawn Mower | 1200 |
Battery Charger (20 Amp) | 500 |
| Light Bulb | 100 |
Belt Sander (3”) | 1000 |
| Microwave Oven | 700 |
Chain Saw | 1200 |
| Milk Cooler | 1100 (a) |
Circular Saw | 900 |
| Oil Burner on Furnace | 300 |
Coffee Maker | 1000 |
| Oil Fired Space Htr (140,000 Btu) | 400 |
Compressor (1 HP) | 2000 (a) |
| Oil Fired Space Htr (85,000 Btu) | 225 |
Compressor (3/4 HP) | 1800 (a) |
| Oil Fired Space Htr (30,000 Btu) | 150 |
Compressor (1/2 HP) | 1400 (a) |
| Oven | 4500 |
Curling Iron | 700 |
| Paint Sprayer, Airless (1/3 HP) | 600 (a) |
Dishwasher | 1200 |
| Paint Sprayer, Airless (handheld) | 150 |
Edge Trimmer | 500 |
| Radio | 200 |
Electric Nail Gun | 1200 |
| Refrigerator | 600 (b) |
Electric Range (one element) | 1500 |
| Slow Cooker | 200 |
Electric Skillet | 1250 |
| Submersible Pump | 2800 (a) |
Freezer | 800 (b) |
| Submersible Pump (1 HP) | 2000 (a) |
Furnace Fan (1/3 HP) | 1200 (a) |
| Submersible Pump (1/2 HP) | 1500 (a) |
Hair Dryer | 1200 |
| Sump Pump | 600 (a) |
Hand Drill (1”) | 1100 |
| Table Saw (10”) | 2000 (a) |
Hand Drill (1/2”) | 875 |
| Television | 500 |
Hand Drill (3/8”) | 500 |
| Toaster | 1000 |
Hand Drill (1/4”) | 250 |
| Vacuum cleaner | 250 |
Hedge Trimmer | 450 |
| VCR | 70 |
Home Computer | 150 |
| Water Heater | 3000 |
Impact Wrench | 500 |
| Weed Trimmer | 500 |
Jet Pump | 800 (a) |
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(b)These loads may require up to 15 minutes to restart due to its normal build up of compressor head pressure. NOTE: For extremely hard to start loads such as air conditioners and air compressors, consult the equipment dealer to determine the maximum wattage.
Maintenance and Storage
The generator head is a two pole, 3600 RPM, 60 Hz, brushless, revolving field and synchronous type with two sealed ball bearings. Proper care and maintenance are required to ensure a long trouble free life. Generator Maintenance - The generator head is brushless and maintenance free. Any major generator service including the installation or replacement of parts should be performed by a qualified electrical
service technician. USE ONLY NorthStar APPROVED REPAIR PARTS AVAILABLE AT
1.Bearing - The bearings used in this generator are a heavy duty, sealed ball bearing type. They require no maintenance or lubrication.
2.Receptacles - Quality receptacles have been utilized. If a receptacle should become cracked or otherwise damaged, replace it. Using cracked or damaged receptacles can be both dangerous to the operator and destructive to the equipment.
Exercising the Generator - The generator should be operated every four weeks. This is accomplished by running the generator and applying a load for 15 minutes. This will dry out any moisture that has accumulated in the windings. If left, this moisture can cause corrosion in the winding. Frequent operation of the generator will ensure that the generator is operating properly should it be needed in an emergency.
Storage – Keep the generator covered and away from any moisture.
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