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North Star M165610B.3 Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Portable, Outdoor Use - Only, Gasoline Generator

Summary of M165610B.3

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    M165610b.3 owner’s manual instructions for installation/set-up, operation, servicing, & storage portable, outdoor use-only, gasoline generator can be used to power individual appliances plugged directly into the generator’s outlets, or as a back-up connection to a building’s power supply (via a prof...

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    Hazard signal word definitions 2.

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    Table of contents 3 hazard signal word definitions ................................................................................................... 2 about your generator ................................................................................................................... 4 specific...

  • Page 4: About Your Generator

    About your generator 4 thank you for purchasing your northstar portable generator! About your generator this engine-driven, portable generator is designed to provide up to its rated amount of electrical power. (see specifications section of this manual for model specific ratings) it can supply power...

  • Page 5: Warranty Registration

    About your generator 5 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 for any modification and/or alterations of this equipment from original design and manu...

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    Specifications 6 item number #165610 maximum output 5000 watts (w) continuous output 4000 watts (w) voltage 120 / 240 volt (v) phase single phase (4-wire) frequency 56.5-63.3 hertz (hz) power factor 1.0 p.F. Engine honda gx240 engine speed 3390 - 3798 rpm fuel type non-leaded automobile gasoline fue...

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    Safety label locations 7 always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition. If a safety label is missing or not legible, order new labels or unsafe operation could result. To order replacement safety labels , call northstar product support at 1-800-270-0810. Part # description qty 78...

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    Machine component identification 8 ref. Description ref. Description 1 air cleaner 8 generator head 2 recoil 9 6.5 gallon gas tank 3 fuel valve lever 10 muffler 4 vibration isolation mount 11 gasoline tank cap 5 oil drain plug 12 carbon canister 6 oil fill port 13 choke lever 7 control panel.

  • Page 9: Reference Guide

    Machine component identification 9 reference guide reference 1 – air cleaner refer to your honda engine manual for air cleaner care. Reference 2 – recoil grasp firmly when starting engine. Reference 3 – fuel valve lever the honda engine has an on-off valve. Always keep this valve closed when the gen...

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    Power load planning & management 10 warning never exceed the rated wattage capacity of your generator. Overloading may cause serious damage to the generator and attached electrical devices, and may result in fire. Your generator must be sized properly to provide both the running and starting (surge)...

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    Power load planning & management (cont’d) 11 device running watts (continuous) starting watts (surge) clothes washer 1150 2300 coffee maker 1750 - deep freezer 700 1000 desktop computer w/ 17" monitor 800 - dishwasher (hot dry) 1500 1500 drill: 1/2in., 5.4 amps 600 900 drill: 3/8in., 4 amps 440 600 ...

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    Power load planning & management (cont’d) 12 to calculate the running and starting wattage requirements for the devices you will be powering, follow these steps: 1. Make a list of all electrical devices you will be powering at the same time with the generator. 2. List the greater of the running or s...

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    Installation / initial set-up 13 there are a number of important steps required to set up your generator for initial use. These steps are: steps for installation / initial set-up 1. Unpacking & delivery inspection. 2. Planning the power load to stay within the generator’s rated capacity. 3. Setting ...

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    Installation / initial set-up 14 3. Set-up either as a building back-up or portable power source this generator is designed to provide up to its rated amount of electrical power. It can supply electricity in two ways: 1. As a back-up, standby power source for a building. For this application, you mu...

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    Installation / initial set-up 15 the generator may not power your entire home -- you must work with the installing electrician to determine which devices/appliances you wish to power during an outage. The electrician can help you determine which circuits and devices can be powered simultaneously wit...

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    Installation / initial set-up 16 table 2 current/power maximum extension cord length amps at 240v load (watts) #10 ga. Cord #12 ga. Cord #14 ga. Cord #16 ga. Cord 10 2400 250' 150' 100' 75' 20 4800 125' 75' 50' 25' 30 7200 60' 35' 25' 10' 40 9600 30' 15' 10' * 50 12000 15' * * * warning: use of unde...

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    Installation / initial set-up 17 4. Select a suitable site before using the generator, you must select a suitable outdoor location for installation and operation. This location should meet all of the criteria listed below. Warning: you must choose a suitable site for operating your generator to avoi...

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    Installation / initial set-up 18 adequate cooling ventilation the generator needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of engine and generator head. Warning: heat build-up from inadequate ventilation can result in fire, posing a serious risk to nearby persons and structures...

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    Installation / initial set-up 19 5. Grounding the generator always ensure the generator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shock. You must always ground the generator by the following method when using the generator as a portable electrical source: 1) drive a 3/4” or 1” copper pipe or rod in...

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    Operation 20 once you have set up your generator for use, it is time to start your generator. The following are the procedures necessary for safe, successful operation of your generator. Operation procedures 1. General safety rules for operation 2. Preparing for operation 3. Starting the engine 4. C...

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    Operation 21 malfunction during operation. Immediately turn off the generator if any of the following conditions arise during operation: o excessive change in engine speed, slow or fast o overheating in load connecting devices o sparking or arcs from generator o loss of electrical output o receptacl...

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    Operation 22 static electricity and filling the gasoline tank: static electricity can initiate from ungrounded gasoline tanks or containers, from flowing gasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge static electricity can explosively ignite gasoline vapors that are present during the...

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    Operation 23 2. Preparing for operation position generator position generator in accordance with the instructions given in “installation & initial set-up, step 4: select a suitable site” of this manual. Operate outside only, on dry, level ground with adequate clearance and ventilation. Warning: carb...

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    Operation 24 warning : gasoline fire/explosion hazard gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Heat, sparks, and flames can ignite gasoline vapors, which can become widespread during fueling. A flash fire and/or explosion could result and cause serious injury or death. Use extreme care when handl...

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    Operation 25 never fill the portable gas container while it is sitting inside a vehicle, trailer, trunk, or pick-up truck bed. Always place container on the ground to be filled. Keep nozzle in contact with portable container while filling. Manually control the flow of gasoline; do not use the nozzle...

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    Operation 26 3. Starting the engine after you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine. To start the engine: 1) disconnect all loads to the generator. 2) turn the gasoline line valve to the on position. 3) for cold engine, move choke lever to full choke po...

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    Operation 27 4. Checking generator output although the speed of the engine was carefully adjusted at the factory so that the generator produces the proper voltage and frequency, output voltage should be checked periodically to ensure the generator is working properly before connecting loads to the g...

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    Operation 28 5. Connecting loads you will want to be careful when connecting loads so as not to overload the generator, especially if you are powering devices with motors that require a higher starting power load. Instructions are provided below for connecting loads when you are using the generator:...

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    Operation 29 7. Storage & exercise when you are finished using the generator, you must: o disconnect all loads o shut off fuel supply o store the generator properly o plan on exercising the engine regularly unless the generator is prepared for long-term storage. Detailed instructions are provided be...

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    Operation 30 prepare engine for long term storage if needed if you will not be able to exercise the generator regularly, you must prepare the engine for long term storage to prevent gum deposits from forming and causing malfunction of the engine. Prepare engine for long term storage by: o removing a...

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    Maintenance & repair 31 inspect and maintain your generator as specified below in order to keep it in safe and optimal working order. Follow all safety rules and recommended maintenance steps. Warning always shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug(s) and discharge the capacitor before cleanin...

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    Maintenance & repair (cont’d) 32 check gfci (if equipped) once a month, test the ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) to protect against electrical shock due to failure of the gfci. (only for those models equipped with gfci.) to test the gfci: 1. Depress the test button. The reset button should e...

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    Troubleshooting 33 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. Voltag...

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    Summary of important safety information for operation 34 this section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory about how to safely use your generator. Warning carefu...

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    Summary of important safety information for operation (cont’d) 35 isolate connection to building’s electrical circuit . Never plug the generator directly into a wall outlet. Any connection to a building’s electrical system must isolate the generator from utility power via an ul-approved transfer swi...

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    Summary of important safety information for operation (cont’d) 36 safety – during use safety equipment / controls . Always operate the generator with all safety covers, guards, and barriers in place and in good working order, and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation. Know how to stop . ...

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    Summary of important safety information for operation (cont’d) 37 safety – after use cool engine before storing. Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing. A hot engine can be a fire hazard. Shut off fuel supply. Make sure gasoline shut-off valve is in the off position. Prevent accide...

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    Generator exploded view 165610 rev – b.3 38.

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    Generator exploded view 165610 rev – b.3 39 ref # part # description qty 1 786710 6.5 gallon fuel tank assembly w/cap 1 2 785337 4.5mm fuel line 2 ft 3 784959 fuel valve 1 4 787295 roll cage 1 5 784974 exhaust pipe 1 6 785352 muffler gasket 1 7 784699 muffler 1 8 784792 heat shield, out - muffler 1 ...

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    Control panel parts list 165610 rev – b.3 40 ref # part # description qty 1 783063 switch – 2 pole, red 1 2 783060 8 amp circuit breaker 1 3 783058 300v volt meter 1 4 783059 12vdc outlet 1 5 783061 20 amp circuit breaker 2 6 783050 nema l14-30 receptacle 1 7 783053 nema 5-20 receptacle (4) duplexes...

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    Generator head exploded views 165610 rev – b.3 41.

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    Generator head parts list 165610 rev – b.3 42 ref # part # description qty 1 ma305522 mount plate (j609b) 1 2 ma306404 fan bolts 2 3 778953 fan 1 4 ma306406 drive end bracket 1 5 778954 enclosing band 1 6 305554 end cover 1 7 ma306408 end cover plug 1 8 786124 stator 1 9 778956 rotor w/ diode and va...

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    California emission control warranty statement 43 your warranty rights and obligations the california air resources board and northern tool and equipment co, inc. Are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (eecs) warranty on your small off road equipment (sore). In california, ne...

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    California emission control warranty statement 44 subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period. (2) any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the ...

  • Page 45: Limited Warranty

    Limited warranty 45 dear valued customer: the northstar product you just purchased is built with the finest material and craftsmanship. Use this product properly and enjoy the benefits from its high performance. By purchasing a northstar product, you show a desire for quality and durability. Like al...

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    46 manufactured by northern tool + equipment co., ltd burnsville, mn 55306 northerntool.Com.