North Star M165923V.1 Portable Generator User Manual


 
Machine Component Identification - Item #165923V.1
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REFERENCE GUIDE
Reference 1 – Air Cleaner
Refer to your Honda engine manual for air cleaner care.
Reference 2 – Optional Wheel Kit
Optional heavy duty wheel kit (Item # 165919).
Reference 3 – Circuit Breakers
This portable single phase generator has 1 - 50 amp (A)
thermal magnetic 2 pole breaker, 1 - 30 amp (A) thermal
magnetic 2 pole breaker 1 - 30 amp (A) push to reset circuit
breaker, and 2 - 20 amp (A) push to reset circuit breakers.
Circuit breakers protect against electrical overloads.
Reference 4 – 120/240V, 50A
Receptacle
This receptacle is a 120/240V 50A NEMA 14-50R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA plug number
14-50P. Use this receptacle if installing a transfer switch.
Reference 5 – 120/240V, 30A
Locking Device Receptacle
This locking device is a 120/240V 30A NEMA L14-30R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA plug number
L14-30P.
Reference 6 – 120V, 30A Locking
Device Receptacle
This locking device is a 120V 30A NEMA L5-30R
receptacle. This receptacle accepts a NEMA plug number
L5-30P.
Reference 7 – 120V, 20A Duplex
Receptacle
The generator has a control panel with two duplex (two
receptacles in a common housing) receptacles. Each
duplex is a 120 volt (V) 20 amp (A) straight blade
receptacle, National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association
(NEMA) number 5-20R. This receptacle accepts NEMA
plug numbers 5-15P and 5-20P. Each duplex is capable of
drawing 20A at 120V.
Reference 8 – Oil Drain Plug
Refer to your Honda engine manual for oil change
recommendations.
Reference 9 – Vibration Isolation
Mount
The engine and generator head is mounted on rubber
cylinders that absorb most of the engine vibration. This
feature eliminates the tendency of the machine to “walk”
which is common in engine powered equipment.
Reference 10 – Oil Filler Cap
Refer to your Honda engine manual.
Reference 11 - 10.0 Gallon Gas Tank
Large tank allows for extended run capabilities. Always
allow room for gasoline expansion by not filling the gas
tank completely full.
Reference 12 – Engine Key Switch
The engine key switch is located on the front of the engine.
Always locate this switch and be familiar with its location
before operating the generator.
Reference 13 - Choke Lever
Used during cold starts. Refer to the starting/stopping
instructions and the Honda engine manual for usage.
Reference 14 – Muffler
Refer to your Honda engine manual for muffler
maintenance.
Reference 15 – Oil Filter
Honda oil filter
Reference 16 – Battery Box
The battery box provides protection for the battery, and will
accept the standard lawn tractor size battery (Group U1-7).
The engine requires a 12 volt battery. See battery section
for sizing.
Reference 17 – Fuel Line Valve
The generator tank has an ON-OFF valve mounted
underneath the tank. Always keep this valve closed when
the generator is not in use.
Reference 18 – Generator Head
The electricity producing part of the generator.
Reference 19 – Gas Cap with Gauge
The gas cap is extra large, creating a large hole for refilling
and a comfortable grip. You can always monitor the fuel
level without removing the cap by using the fuel level
indicator built into the gas cap.