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- Page 1 MODEL 8000 IPG, ITEM # 165920 Industrial Portable Generator M165920F P r o v e n P e r f o r m a n c e OWNER’S MANUAL Any Questions, Comments, or Problems? Call Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Industrial Portable 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 machines’ operation, maintenance and safety precautions. -
Page 3: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Item Number Ma ximum Output Continuous Output Voltage Phase Frequency Power Factor Engine Engine Speed Fuel Type Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Starting Method 120 V Receptacle 120/240 V Receptacle Circuit Breaker Grounding Post Battery Requirements Dimensions Length Width Height Dry Weight Gross Weight MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION... - Page 4 Figure 1 (Ref. 1-7) Ref. Description Air Cleaner Starting/Stopping Instructions Oil Drain Plug Control Panel Gas Cap with Gauge 6.5 Gallon Gas Tank Super Silent Muffler Figure 2 (Ref. 8-14) 00576 Ref. Description Generator Head Battery Box Vibration Isolation Mount Recoil Fuel Shut-Off Valve Choke Lever...
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Page 5: Generator Features
GENERATOR FEATURE Reference 1 - Air Cleaner. Refer to your Honda engine manual for air cleaner care. Reference 2 - Starting/Stopping Instructions. Reference 3 - Oil Drain Plug. Refer to your Honda engine manual for oil change recommendations. Reference 4 - Control Panel. See Fig. 3 for details. Reference 5 - Gas Cap with Gauge. -
Page 6: Introduction
• Reference 23 - One straight-blade 120V receptacle capable of drawing 50 amp, NEMA 5-50R. This accepts a NEMA 5-50P plug. • Reference 24 - One duplex (two receptacles in a common housing) 120V straight-blade receptacle capable of drawing 20 amp, National Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) part number 5- 20R. -
Page 7: Installation
ALWAYS remove the spark plug or spark plug wire before working on the engine or generator, to prevent accidental starting. ALWAYS provide adequate ventilation. Do not operate generator in any enclosed or narrow space. consume oxygen and give off deadly carbon monoxide poisonous gas. - Page 8 are the easiest to start and require 1.5 to 2.5 times more to start than to run. Most fractional motors take about the same amount of current to run them whether they are of Repulsion- Induction (RI), Capacitor (Cap), or Split-Phase (SP) type. The following chart shows the approximate current required to start and run various types and sizes of 120 volt 60 cycle electric motors under various conditions.
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Page 9: Pre-Start Preparation
Toaster Vacuum cleaner Water Heater Weed Trimmer (a) Hard-starting motors require 3 to 5 times the rated running watts. (b) These loads may require up to 15 minutes to restart due to its normal build up of compressor head pressure. NOTE: For extremely hard to start loads such as air conditioners and air compressors, consult the equipment dealer to determine the maximum wattage. -
Page 10: Stopping
5. When engine starts, move choke lever to RUN position. 6. Loads may now be connected to generator. STOPPING 1. Disconnect all loads to generator. 2. Place key to the OFF position. 3. Turn gas line valve to OFF position. ENGINE CARE Refer to your Honda Owner’s Manual for proper care and maintenance. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Engine will not start. a) Low oil level. b) Fouled spark plug. c) Out of fuel. d) Stop switch in OFF position. e) Battery has lost its charge. Voltage too low. a) Engine speed too slow. b) Generator is overloaded.
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