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North Star M165957K owner manual Specifications - Item #165957K

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Specifications – Item #165957K

SPECIFICATIONS

Item Number

Maximum Output

Continuous Output

Voltage

Phase

Frequency

Power Factor

Engine

Engine Speed

Fuel Type

Fuel Capacity

Oil Capacity

Starting Method

120 V Receptacle

120/240 V Receptacle

Circuit Breakers

Grounding Post Battery (not included)

Dimensions

Length

Width

Height

Dry Weight

Gross Weight

#165957

8000 Watts (W)

6600 Watts (W)

120 / 240 Volt (V)

Single phase (4-wire) 56.5-63.3 Hertz (Hz)

1.0 p.f.

13 HP Honda GX390

3390-3800 RPM

Unleaded gasoline

6.5gallons (24.6 L)

1.16US quarts (1.1 L) Electric / Recoil

15 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 5-15R) & 20 Amp (A) duplex

(NEMA 5-20R)

30 Amp (A) locking device (NEMA L14-30R)

30 Amp (A), Qty. 2; 20 Amp (A), Qty. 2;

15 Amp (A), Qty. 1; thermal,

push to reset style

Receives 12 Ga. wire or fork terminal

12 Volt, Group size U1

350 CCA, 33 amp/hr

31.75” (80.6 cm) 23.63” (60.0 cm) 22.25” (56.5 cm) 220 lb. (100 kg) 250 lb. (114 kg)

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North Star M165957K owner manual Specifications - Item #165957K

Contents

STOP Instructions for Installation/Set-up, Operation, Servicing, & StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders 6600 Watt Continuous 8000 Watt Surge CapacityHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Installation / Initial Set-UpOperation Read this Manual About Your GeneratorAbout Your Generator Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generatorAll Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this Warranty RegistrationAbout Your Generator cont’d equipment to othersSPECIFICATIONS Specifications - Item #165957KOn-Product Warning Labels Safety Label Locations - Item #165957KTo order replacement safety labels, call NorthStar Product Support at Part numbersMachine Component Identification - Item #165957K DescriptionDescription REFERENCE GUIDE Machine Component Identification - Item #165957KPower Load Planning & Management Example conversion to wattsExample Power Load Planning & Management cont’dDevice to be Powered Greater ofSteps for Installation / Initial Set-Up Installation / Initial Set-Up2. Planning the Power Load 3. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you needDANGER 3. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power SourceUsing as a Back-up Power Source for a Building Installation / Initial Set-UpPortable Power Using as aWhen using the generator as a portable power source, you can plug SourceInstallation / Initial Set-Up Current/PowerMaximum Extension Cord Length Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fireThe generator should be positioned on a dry, firm, level surface 4. Select a Suitable SiteDry, level surface Outdoors onlyclearance Hot exhaustThe exhaust gas from your generator is extremely hot and can cause combustible materials to catch on fire5. Grounding the generator Installation / Initial Set-UpSafety Rules 6. Battery InstallationGeneral Battery Connecting the5. Connecting Electrical Loads Portable Power Generation 6. Stopping 1. General safety rules for operationOperation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation OperationOperation cont’d Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank Operation cont’dfrom persons carrying a static electric charge Check the oil level using the dipstick and add oil as needed in “Installation & Initial Set-up, Step 5 Grounding the Generator” ofPerform scheduled maintenance as needed Check/add oil 2. Preparing for OperationOperation cont’d b Fill gasoline tank OUTDOORS - never indoorsInspect Fuel System / Check for Leaks Personal Protection Operation cont’d3. Starting the Engine To start the engineOperation cont’d 4. Checking Generator Output Slight variation in voltage/speed with changing electrical loadsOperation cont’d Stop the engine using the following steps 5. Connecting LoadsUsing as a Portable Power Source 6. StoppingStore the generator in a location that is o Clean and dry When you are finished using the generator, you mustExercise generator every 4 weeks Perform regular maintenance 7. Storage & ExercisePrepare engine for long term storage if needed Operation cont’dFollow safety rules Perform engine maintenance Check receptacles Maintenance & RepairMaintenance & Repair Inspect fuel system / check for leaksCheck GFCI if equipped Clean & inspect spark arrestor if equipped Maintenance & Repair cont’dproblems, or parts orders Keep generator clean Recharge and maintain battery if electric startProblem TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleshooting Possible CausesBattery Safety Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Installation & Set-up GeneralInstallation / Initial Set-up Safety Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation cont’dSafety - Before Use 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 Description Ref #Generator Exploded View Rev - K 38759Wiring Diagram Rev - K Diag #Description Generator Head Exploded View Rev - K Item #Description