Preparing For Operation - North Star M165929G Owner's Manual

Mount Make sure the generator is mounted in accordance with instructions given
generator in "Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 5: Mounting the Generator" of
this manual.
Position Position tractor and generator in accordance with the instructions given in
generator "Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 4: Select a Suitable Site" of this
manual. Operate outside only, on dry, level ground with adequate clearance and
ventilation. Apply parking brake, and block trailer wheels if generator is trailer-
mounted.
Ground Make sure the generator is grounded in accordance with instructions given
generator in "Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 6: Grounding the Generator" of
this manual.
IMPORTANT: The generator must be grounded every time it is moved.
Perform Make sure that any regular maintenance has been performed as prescribed
regular in this manual in the "Maintenance & Repair" section.
maintenance
Check/add oil Check the gear box oil level and add oil as needed.
1. First time use only: If you have not already done so, remove the temporary
2. Check oil level using the sight mounted on the gearbox. When oil level is
3. If oil needs to be added, remove the filler/breather plug at the top of the
Operation (cont'd)

2. Preparing for Operation

WARNING:
Always ensure generator is properly mounted to prevent it from flipping
during use, which could cause equipment damage and injury to nearby
persons.
WARNING: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
The tractor engine gives off carbon monoxide exhaust, a poisonous gas
that can kill. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. ONLY run
generator OUTDOORS and away from air intakes. NEVER run tractor
and generator inside any enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, including
homes, garages, basements, sheds, boxes, pick-up truck beds, RVs, or
boats. These spaces can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or
open windows.
WARNING: Electric shock hazard
Always ensure generator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shock.
shipping plug from the top of the gearbox and replace with the metal
breather/oil fill plug that is in the manual bag.
even with the red dot, the oil level is correct.
gearbox. Use SAE 90W gear oil to refill so that oil level is even with the
red dot. Do not overfill. Overfilling can cause the oil to overheat and cause
damage to generator.
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