Starting The Engine; Checking Generator Output - North Star M165955A Owner's Manual

After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine.
The following directions detail how to start the engine with either LP/NG as the fuel source:
Using LP/NG
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 generator.
WARNING:
The generator must be run at the correct speed in order to produce the
proper electrical voltage and frequency. Failure to do so could result in
damage to equipment powered by the generator and possible injury to the
individual.
Output voltage should be checked with a portable voltage meter:
1. Start engine and allow to warm up for five minutes. Do not connect any loads.
2. Use voltage meter to check output voltage
at the generator's outlets/receptacles.
3. Measured voltage should be within the
following ranges:
a. 120V +/- 10% at 120V receptacles.
b. 240V +/- 10% at 240V receptacles.
4. If measured voltage is not within the specified range, have generator adjusted by factory-
authorized personnel. Do not attempt to adjust the engine speed yourself.
Operation (cont'd)

3. Starting the Engine

To start engine using LP or Natural Gas:
WARNING:
DO NOT start engine if you smell gas. Exit area immediately
and call gas supplier or fire department. If possible, shut off
gas supply.
1) Disconnect all loads to the generator.
2) Start the engine:
a) Using electric start -
Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there until
the engine starts. When the engine starts, release the key, allowing it to
return to the ON position.
3) Under long, continuous-run operating conditions, be prepared to:
a) Check engine oil level every 24 operating hours,
b)
Change oil after the first 20 operating hours, and at least every 100
operating hours thereafter, as directed in the engine owner's manual.
WARNING:
Never open oil port while engine is running. Hot oil can
spray over face and body.

4. Checking Generator Output

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