P r o v e n p e r f o r m a n c e model 5000 pg, item #165965 portable generator m165965a owner’s manual any questions, comments, or problems? Call customer service at 1-800-270-0810
1 thank you thank you for purchasing a northstar portable 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. E...
2 specifications item number #165965 ma ximum output 5000 watts (w) continuous output 4000 watts (w) voltage 120 / 240 volt (v) phase single phase (4-wire) frequency regulation 56.5 - 63.3 hertz (hz) voltage regulation 112-129v power factor 1.0 p.F. Engine 8 hp tecumseh (hm80) engine speed 3390 - 37...
3 machine component identification figure 1 (ref. 1-9) fig.01858 ref. Description ref. Description 1 muffler 10 protective frame 2 gas cap 11 grounding screw 3 engine stop switch 12 120v 20a duplex rec 4 recoil 13 circuit breakers 5 air cleaner 14 240v 20a duplex rec. 6 vibration isolation mount 15 ...
4 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 -...
5 never operate the generator, or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water, while barefoot, while hands are wet or while in the rain or snow. Electric shock may result. Always use a ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) in damp or highly electrical conductive areas and on constructi...
6 starting electric motors electric motors require much more current (amps) to start than to run. Some motors, particularly low cost split-phase motors, are very hard to start and require 5 to 7 times more current to start than to run. Capacitor motors are easier to start and usually require 2 to 4 ...
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8 stopping 1. Disconnect all loads to generator. 2. Move engine on-off switch to the o position. Engine care refer to your tecumseh owner’s manual for proper care and maintenance. Caution never change oil on a hot engine, the hot oil could cause severe burns. Generator care the generator head is a t...
9 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. A) fill crankcase to proper oil level. B) clean or replace spark plug. C) fill fuel tank. D) place switch in on position. Voltage...
