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GENERATOR FEATURES
Reference 1 - Muffler. Allow 3’ clearance
around the hot exhaust gas.
Reference 2 - Gas Cap.
Reference 3 - Engine Stop Sw itch. The rocker
engine stop switch is located on the engine. I means
ON. O means OFF.
Reference 4 - Recoil. Grasp firmly when starting
engine.
Reference 5 - Air Cleaner. Refer to your
T ecum seh engine manual for ai r cl eaner care.
Reference 6 - Vibration Isolation Mounts. The
engine and generator are 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 7 - Oil Drain Plug. Refer to your
T ecum seh engine manual for oil change
recommendations.
Reference 8 - Choke Lever. Used during cold
starts. Refer to the starting/stopping instructions and
the Tecumseh engine manual for usage.
Reference 9 - Dipstick
Reference 10. Protective Frame. The frame
protects to engine and generator from damage.
Reference 11 - Grounding Screw. Ground the
generator via the grounding screw, to a copper pipe or
rod that is driven into moist soil.
Reference 12 - 120V Receptacle. The generator
has a control panel with one duplex (two receptacles in
a common housing) receptacle. The 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 receptacle on the duplex is
capable of drawing 17A simultaneously.
Reference 13 - Circuit Breakers. This portable
single phase generator has two, 17 amp (A) push to
reset circuit breakers to protect against electrical
overloads.
Reference 14 - 240V Receptacle. This device is
a 240V 20A NEMA 6-20R receptacle. This receptacle
accepts a NEMA plug number 6-20P.
ALWAYS use grounded male plugs. The neutral
line of the generator is mechanically grounded to the
frame. Matching NEMA mal e plugs must always be
used.
Reference 15 - Generator Head. The electricity
producing part of the generator.
Reference 16 – Warning Instructions.
Reference 17 - Gas Tank. Always allow room
for gasoline expansion by not filling the gas tank
completely full.
INTRODUCTION
Before starting your generator, thoroughly study
the instructions and cautions in this manual to assure
you are fully acquainted with the operation of all
components of this generator. Proper preparation,
operation and maintenance will result in operator
safety, best performance and long life of the generator.
For detailed engine operation and maintenance always
refer to the Tecumseh engine owner’s manual
furnished with the generator (Tecumseh refers to the
8 HP engine as a HM80).
NorthStar is constantly improving its products.
The specifications outlined herein are subject to
change without prior notice or obligation. The
purchaser and/or user shall assume liability of any
modifi cation and/or al terations on thi s equi pment from
original design and manufacture.
Before using, the user shall determine the
suitability of this product for its intended use and
assumes liability therein.
ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the
most extreme situations.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in a
death or seri ous i nj u ry.
CAUT ION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS
Safety precautions are essential when operating
this generator. Respectful and cautious operation will
considerably lessen the possibilities of a personal
injury. This manual will warn of specific personal injury
potential, and these will be designated by the symbol:
WARNING This generator is equipped
with a grounding post, located on the control panel for
your protection. Always complete the grounding path
from the generator to a copper pipe/rod that is driven
into moist earth, to prevent electrical shock.
ALWAYS use electrical cords that are in good
condition. Worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged
cords can cause electric shock.