North Star 6500 DPG Owner's Manual

North Star 6500 DPG Owner's Manual

Diesel portable generator

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P r o v e n P e r f o r m a n c e
OWNER'S MANUAL
Shown with Optional Wheel Kit (Item # 165916)
Any Questions, Comments, or Problems?
Call Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST
Saturday 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM CST
MODEL 6500 DPG, ITEM # 165930
Diesel Portable Generator
6500 DPG
M165930A
00308

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  • Page 1 Shown with Optional Wheel Kit (Item # 165916) Any Questions, Comments, or Problems? Call Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810 Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST MODEL 6500 DPG, ITEM # 165930 Diesel Portable Generator OWNER’S MANUAL 6500 DPG...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Diesel Series 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.
  • Page 3: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Number Maximum Output Continuous Output Voltage Phase Frequency Power Factor Engine Engine Speed Fuel Type Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Starting Method 120V Receptacle 120/240V Receptacle Circuit Breakers Grounding Screw Dimensions Length Width Height Dry Weight Gross Weight 165930 6500 Watts (W) 6120 Watts (W) 120 / 240 Volt (V)
  • Page 4: Machine Component Identification

    MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Ref. Description Gas Cap with Gauge 6.5 Gallon Fuel Tank Operation Instructions Control Panel Oil Filter Access Cover Oil Drain Plug Oil Fill and Dip Stick Recoil Handle Figure 1 (Ref. 1-11) Ref. Description Air Cleaner Housing Muffler Decompression Lever Warning Decals...
  • Page 5: Generator Features

    GENERATOR FEATURES Reference 1 - Gas Cap w ith Gauge. The gas cap is extra large, creating a large hole for refilling and a comfortable grip. You can always monitor the fuel level without removing the cap by using the fuel level indicator built into the gas cap.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    The reset button must be pushed to reset the receptacle. Reference 20 - 120 Volt-30 Amp Tw istlock Receptacle. The control panel is equipped with one NEMA L5-30R receptacle. accepts only NEMA L5-30P plugs, one of which is shipped with the generator. Reference 21 120/240 Tw istlock Receptacle.
  • Page 7: Installation

    WARNING This generator is equipped with a grounding screw located on the rear of the generator for your protection. Always complete the grounding path from the generator to a copper pipe/rod that is driven into moist earth, to prevent electrical shock. ALWAYS use electrical cords that are in good condition.
  • Page 8: Starting Electric Motors

    contaminants. Over time the effectiveness of the insulation is eliminated and a dead short can result. Always compare the generator nameplate data with that of the equipment to be used to ensure that watts, volts, amperage, and frequency requirements are suitable for operating equipment. The wattage listed on the equipment nameplate is its rated output.
  • Page 9: Pre-Start Up Preparation

    9600 30’ 15’ 12000 15’ *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 Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) Battery Charger (20 Amp)
  • Page 10: Before Starting

    so could result in damage to equipment plugged into the unit and possible injury to the individual. All engines have a tendency to slow down when a load is applied. When the electrical load is connected to the generator, the engine is more heavily loaded, and as a result the speed drops slightly.
  • Page 11: Generator Care

    generator base. Use a deflector (piece of cardboard or paper) to direct the oil down the hole. GENERATOR CARE The generator is a two pole, 3600 RPM, 60 Hz, brushless, revolving field and synchronous type with one sealed radial roller bearing. rotor is directly connected to the engine crank shaft, and the stator is rigidly coupled to the engine casting via the generator adapter casting.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Problem Possible Causes Engine will not start. a) Low oil level. c) Out of fuel. d) Battery is defective. e) Fuel Filter clogged. f) Fuel shut off valve is in the OFF position. Voltage too low. Circuit breaker trips. generator. c) Generator overloaded.

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