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1 thank you thank you for purchasing a northstar belt driven generator. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability, and the top performance you demand. Please take time now to read through this manual so you can better understand the machine’s operation, maintenance and safety precautions...
2 specifications item number #165928 ma ximum output 10000 watts (w) continuous output 9600 watts (w) voltage 120 / 240 volt (v) phase single phase (4-wire) frequency 58.0-63.0 hertz (h z) power factor 1.0 p.F. Minimum recommended engine 18 hp engine speed 3480-3780 rpm 120v receptacle (2) 20 amp (a...
3 machine component identification ref. Description ref. Description 1 40a circuit breakers 7 120/240v 50a receptacle 2 30a circuit breaker 8 28 mm shaft 3 20a circuit breakers 9 grounding screw 4 voltmeter 10 mounting feet 5 120v 20a duplex receptacles 11 fan vents 6 120v 30a twistlock receptacle f...
4 generator features references 1-3 circuit breakers. • reference 1 - two 40 amp (a) push-to-reset circuit breakers. • reference 2 - one 30 amp (a) push-to-reset circuit breaker. • reference 3 - two 20 amp (a) push-to-reset circuit breakers. Reference 4 - voltmeter. Voltmeter needle should be in gre...
5 always remove the spark plug or spark plug wire before working on the engine or generator, this prevents accidental starting. Always provide adequate ventilation. Do not operate generator in any enclosed or narrow space. Engines consume oxygen and give off deadly carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. ...
6 tighten or loosen belt until: d = 0.016 x l if the control box is not located on the correct side for your application, it can be rotated to the opposite side. First remove the fan vents, than remove the four drive end bracket bolts. Rotate the drive end bracket 180 °, re-torque bolts to 17 ft•lb....
7 the figures given above are for an average load such as a blower or fan. If the electric motor is connected to a hard starting load such as an air compressor, it will require more starting current. If it is connected to a light load or no load such as a power saw, it will require less starting cur...
8 grounding - all units must be grounded. Drive a 3/4” or 1” copper pipe or rod into the ground close to the generator. The pipe/rod must penetrate moist earth. Connect an approved ground clamp to the pipe. Run a 10 gauge wire from the clamp to the generator ground screw. Do not connect to a water p...
9 troubleshooting problem possible causes possible remedies voltage too low. A) engine speed too slow. B) generator is overloaded. C) belt slippage. (or coupler slippage) a) bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment. B) reduce the load. (see load application section of this manual.) c...
