P r o v e n p e r f o r m a n c e model 2900 bdg, item # 165915 belt driven generator m165915a owner’s manual 00035 2900 bdg questions or comments? Call 1-800-270-0810
1 thank you thank you for purchasing a north star 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 precaution...
2 specifications item number #165915 ma ximum output 2900 watts (w) continuous output 2600 watts (w) voltage 120 / 240 volt (v) phase single phase (4-wire) frequency 59.0-62.0 hertz (h z) power factor 100 % engine 5 hp recommended engine speed 3540-3720 rpm 120 v receptacle 15 amp (a) duplex (nema 5...
3 machine component identification figure 1 (ref. 1-4) 00036 ref. Description ref. Description 1 circuit breakers 5 7/8” shaft 2 120v 15a duplex receptacle 6 mounting feet 3 240v 15a duplex receptacle 7 fan vents 4 grounding screw figure 2 (ref. 5-7) 00037.
4 generator features reference 1 - circuit breakers. This belt driven single phase generator has 2, 11 amp (a) push to reset circuit breakers to protect against electrical overloads. Receptacles reference 2 - 120v receptacle. The generator has a end cover with two duplexes (two receptacles in a comm...
5 never operate the generator under the following conditions: a. Excessive change in engine speed, slow or fast. B. Overheating in load connecting devices. C. Sparking or arcs from generator. D. Loss of electrical output. E. Damaged receptacles. F. Engine misfire. G. Excessive vibration. H. Enclosed...
6 sufficient amounts must be brought in and exhausted out to ensure proper cooling of the engine and generator. Load application it is important to determine the total electrical load before it is connected to the generator. The two major factors in determining the life of a generator head are: heat...
7 *not recommended caution: equipment damage can result from the low voltage caused by using an extension cord with a small wire size. Use this chart to estimate the total load on your generator. For determining generator load requirements dev ice running watts air conditioner (12,000 btu) 1700 (b) ...
8 output voltage should be checked periodically to ensure continued proper operation of the generating plant and appliances, it can be checked with a portable meter. Frequency can be checked by using an electric clock with a sweep second hand. Timed against a wrist watch or a stop watch the clock sh...
9 troubleshooting problem possible causes possible remedies voltage too low. A) engine speed too slow. B) generator is overloaded. A) bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment. B) reduce the load. (see load application section of this manual.) circuit breaker trips. A) defective load ...
