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North Star M165957K owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Possible Causes, Possible Remedies

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Possible Causes

Possible Remedies

Engine will not start.

Voltage too low.

Circuit breaker trips.

Voltage too high.

Generator overheating.

No output voltage.

Engine lacks power.

Engine shuts down during operation.

a)Low oil level.

b)Fouled spark plug.

c)Out of fuel.

d)Stop switch in OFF position.

e)Battery is not charged.

a)Engine speed too slow.

b)Generator is overloaded.

a)Defective load connected to generator.

b)Defective receptacle.

c)Generator overloaded.

a)Engine speed too high.

a)Generator is overloaded.

b)Insufficient ventilation.

a)Defective load connected to generator.

b)Broken or loose wire.

c)Defective receptacle.

d)Defective stator.

e)Defective rotor.

f)Defective capacitor.

a)Generator is overloaded.

b)Dirty air filter.

a)Out of fuel.

b)Low oil level.

a)Fill crankcase to proper oil level.

b)Clean or replace spark plug.

c)Fill fuel tank.

d)Place switch in ON position.

e)Charge Battery. If battery will not hold a charge, replace with new battery (part # 31868).

a)Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment.

b)Reduce the load. (See Power Load Planning & Mgt. section of this manual.)

a)Disconnect load.

b)Replace receptacle.

c)Reduce the load. (See Power Load Planning & Mgt. section of this manual.)

a)Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment.

a)Reduce the load. (See Power Load Planning & Mgt. section of this manual.)

b)Make sure there is at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator.

a)Disconnect load.

b)Bring generator to a qualified technician for repair.

c)Replace receptacle.

d)Bring generator to a qualified technician for repair.

e)Bring generator to a qualified technician for repair.

f)Bring generator to a qualified technician for repair.

a)Reduce the load. (See Power Load Planning & Mgt. section of this manual.)

b)Clean or replace air filter.

a)Fill fuel tank.

b)Fill crankcase to proper oil level.

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North Star M165957K owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Possible Causes, Possible Remedies

Contents

Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageSTOP 6600 Watt Continuous 8000 Watt Surge CapacityHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Installation / Initial Set-UpOperation About Your Generator About Your GeneratorRead this Manual Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generatorAbout Your Generator cont’d Warranty RegistrationAll Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this equipment to othersSpecifications - Item #165957K SPECIFICATIONSTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at Safety Label Locations - Item #165957KOn-Product Warning Labels Part numbersMachine Component Identification - Item #165957K DescriptionDescription Machine Component Identification - Item #165957K REFERENCE GUIDEExample conversion to watts Power Load Planning & ManagementDevice to be Powered Power Load Planning & Management cont’dExample Greater of2. Planning the Power Load Installation / Initial Set-UpSteps for Installation / Initial Set-Up 3. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you needUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building 3. 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 SourceMaximum Extension Cord Length Current/PowerInstallation / Initial Set-Up Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fireDry, level surface 4. Select a Suitable SiteThe generator should be positioned on a dry, firm, level surface Outdoors onlyThe exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause Hot exhaustclearance combustible materials to catch on fireInstallation / Initial Set-Up 5. Grounding the generatorGeneral Battery 6. Battery InstallationSafety Rules Connecting theOperation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation 1. General safety rules for operation5. Connecting Electrical Loads Portable Power Generation 6. Stopping OperationOperation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank Operation cont’dfrom persons carrying a static electric charge Perform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil in “Installation & Initial Set-up, Step 5 Grounding the Generator” ofCheck the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed 2. Preparing for Operationb Fill gasoline tank OUTDOORS - never indoors Operation cont’dOperation cont’d Inspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection3. Starting the Engine To start the engineOperation 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 LoadsStop the engine using the following steps 6. StoppingExercise generator every 4 weeks Perform regular maintenance When you are finished using the generator, you mustStore the generator in a location that is o Clean and dry 7. Storage & ExerciseOperation cont’d Prepare engine for long term storage if neededMaintenance & Repair Maintenance & RepairFollow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles Inspect fuel system / check for leaksproblems, or parts orders Maintenance & Repair cont’dCheck GFCI if equipped Clean & 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 operateSafety - During Use Gasoline SafetySummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Safety - After use Safety - Inspection/MaintenanceSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’d Generator Exploded View Rev - K Generator Exploded View Rev - K Ref #Description 38759Wiring Diagram Rev - K Diag #Description Generator Head Exploded View Rev - K Item #Description