Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product M165923V.1 North Star
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TM M165923V.1 Owner’s Manual Instructions for Installation/Set-u p, Operation, Serv icing, & Storage Portable, Outdoor Use-Only, Gasoline Generator 10,500 Watt Continuous (13,000 Watt Surge) Cap.
Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2.
Table of Contents 3 Hazard Signal Word Definitions ................................................................................................. 2 About Your Generator ...............................................................................
About Your Generator 4 Thank you for purchasing your NorthStar portable generator! About Your Generator This engine-driven, portable generator is designed to provide up to 13,000 Watts of electrical power (10,500 watts continuous, 13,000 watts surge).
About Your Generator (cont’d) 5 NorthStar is constantly improving its products. The specifications outline d herein are subject to change without prior notice or obligation. Th e purchaser and/or user shall assume liability for any modification and/or alterations of this equipment from original design and manufacture.
Specifications – Item #165923 6 SPECIFICATIONS Item Number 165923 Maximum Output 13000 Watts (W) Continuous Output 10500 Watts (W) Voltage 120/240 Volt (V) Phase Single phase (4-wire) Frequency 56.
Safety Label Locations – Item #165923V.1 7 Always make sure safety labels ar e in place and in good condition. If a safety la bel is missing or not legible, order new labe ls or unsafe operation could result. To order replacement safety labels , call NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810.
Machine Component Identification - Item #165923V.1 8 Figure 1 (Ref. 1-10 ) Ref. Description Ref. Description 1 Air Cleaner 11 10.0 Gallon Gas Tank 2 Optional Wheel Kit (#165919) 12 Engine Key Switch 3.
Machine Component Identification - Item #165923V.1 9 REFERENCE GUIDE Reference 1 – Air Cleaner Refer to your Honda engine manual for air cle aner care.
Power Load Planning & Management 10 WARNING NEVER exceed the rated wattage capacity of your generator. OVERLOADING may cause SERIOUS DA MAGE to the generator and attached electrical devices, and m ay result in fire.
Power Load Planning & Management (cont’d) 11 Device Running Watts Device Running Watts Furnace fan (1/3 HP) 1200 (a) Subm ersible pump (1-1/2 HP) 2800 (a) Freezer 800 (b) Submersible pump (1 HP).
Installation / Initial Set-Up 12 There are a number of important steps required to set up your generator for initial use. These steps are: Steps for Installation / In itial Se t-Up 1. Unpacking & delivery inspection. 2. Planning the power load to stay within the generator’s rated capacity.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 13 3. Set-up either as a BUILDING BACK-UP or PORTABLE Power Source This generator is designed to provide up to 13,000W of electrical power. It can supply electricity in two ways: 1. As a back-up, standby power source for a building.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 14 The generator cannot power your enti re home -- you must work with the installing electrician to determine which devices/appliances you wish to power during an outage. The electr ician can help you determine which circuits and devices can be powered simultaneously without overloading the generator.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 15 ♦ Extension cords may be used to pow er devices that are located at a distance from the generator. Howe ver, use only UL-listed, outdoor-rated, grounded extension cords of the proper size.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 16 4. Select a Suitable Site Before using the generator, you must select a suitable OUTDOOR location for installation and operation.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 17 Adequate cooling ventilation The generator needs a d equate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of engine and generator head. WARNING: Heat build-up from inadequate ven tilation can result in fire, posing a serious risk to nearby persons and structures.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 18 Grounding Post Copper Pipe/Rod 10 Ga. wire G r ou n d 5. Grounding the generator Always ensure the generator is properly grou nded to prevent electrical shock.
Installation / Initial Set-Up 19 6. Battery Installation Your generator’s engine is equipp ed with an electric starter which require s the installation of a 12- volt lawn tractor size battery (Gr oup U1).
Operation 20 Once you have set up your generator for use, it is time to start your generator. The following are the procedures necessary for safe, successful operation of your generator. Operation Procedures 1. General Safety Rules for Operation 2. Preparing for Operation 3.
Operation (cont’d) 21 • Malfunction during operation. Immediately turn off the generator if any of the following c onditions arise during operation: o Excessive change in engine speed, slow or fas.
Operation (cont’d) 22 Static electricity and filling the gasoline tank: Static electricity can initiate from ungrounded gasolin e tanks or containers, from flowing gasoline, and from persons carryin.
Operation (cont’d) 23 2. Preparing for Operation Position generator Position generator in accordance with the instructions g iven in “Installation & Initial Set-up, Step 4: Select a Suitable Site” of this manual. Operate outside only, on dry, level gr ound with adequate clearance and ventilation.
Operation (cont’d) 24 WARNING : Gasoline fire/explosion hazard Gasoline is highly flammable and expl osive. Heat, sparks, and flames can ignite gasoline vapors, which can become widespread during fueling. A flash fire and/or explosion could result and cause serious injury or death.
Operation (cont’d) 25 • Keep nozzle in contact with portable container while filling. Manually control the flow of gasoline; do NOT use the nozzle’s lock-open device. • A portable container made of metal or conductive plastic is preferred because it dissipates charge to ground more readily.
Operation (cont’d) 26 3. Starting the Engine After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine. To start the engine: 1) Disconnect all load s to the generator. 2) Turn the gasoline line valve to the ON positio n.
Operation (cont’d) 27 4. Checking Generator Output Although the speed of the engine was carefully adjusted at the factory so that the generator produces the proper voltage and frequency, output voltage should be checked periodically to ensure the generator is working properly before connecting loads to the generator .
Operation (cont’d) 28 5. Connecting Loads You will want to be careful when connecting loads so as not to overload the generator, especially if you are powering devices with motors that require a higher starting power load.
Operation (cont’d) 29 7. Storage & Exercise When you are finished usin g the generator, you must: o Disconnect all loads o Shut off fuel supply o Store the generator properly o Plan on exercising the engine regularly unless the generator is prepared for long-term storage.
Operation (cont’d) 30 Prepare engine for long term storage if needed If you will not be able to exercis e the generato r regularly, you must prepare the engine for long term storage to prevent gum deposits from forming and causing malfunction of the engine.
Maintenance & Repair 31 Inspect and maintain your generator as specified below in order to keep it in safe and optimal working order. Follow all safety ru les and recom mended maintenance steps. WARNING ALWAYS shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug(s) and discharge the capacitor before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing the gene rator.
Maintenance & Repair (cont’d) 32 Check GFCI (if equipped) Once a month, test the Ground Faul t Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to protect against electrical shock due to failure of the GFCI. (Only for those models equipped with GFCI – See the “Specifications” section.
Troubleshooting 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Engine will not start. a) Low oil level. b) Fouled spark plug. c) Out of fuel. d) Stop switch in OFF position. e) Battery has lost its charge. a) Fill crankcase to proper oil level.
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation 34 This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been presented throughout the manual. Keep this summ ary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory about how to safely use your generator.
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation (cont’d) 35 Installation / Initial Set-up Safety • Dry, level surface . Situate generator on a dry, firm, level surf ace. Ensure generat o r sits level and will not slide or shift during operation.
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation (cont’d) 36 Gasoline Safety Gasoline is highly flam mable and explo sive. You can be burne d or seriou sly injure d when handling fuel . Use extreme care when handling: • Fuel outdoors . Fill fuel tank outdoors – never indoors.
Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation (cont’d) 37 • Electric shock accident. If an electric shoc k accident occurs, imme diately shut down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible, attempt to free the vi ctim fro m the live con ductor.
Generator Exploded View Rev- V.1 38.
Generator Exploded View Rev- V.1 39 Diag # Part # Description Qty 1 777149 Fuel Cap, With Gauge 1 2 32839 Battery Cable, Positive 1 3 777834 Fuel Clamp, 1/4” 2 4 30754 Leather Washer, 1/4” 4 5 777.
Wiring Diagram Rev – V.1 40.
Wiring Diagram Rev – V.1 41 Diag # Part # Description Qty 1 31223 Circuit Breaker, 50A 1 2 31005 Circuit Breaker, 30A 1 3 30643 Thermal Circuit Breaker, 20A 2 4 306434 Thermal Circuit Breaker, 30A 1.
Generator Head Exploded View Rev- V.1 42 Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 30991 Drive End Bracket 1 2 30994 Protection Screen 2 3 31013 Phillips Screw 10 4 30995 Fan 1 5 307489 Grommet 1 6 3056 05 Terminal Box Cover 1 7 31014 M5 X .8, 16mm Long 2 8 31018 M5 X .
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