North Star 5500 User Manual download pdf (Page 6)

WARNING This generator is equipped

with a grounding post, located on the control panel 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. Worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged

cords can cause electric shock.

NEVER operate the generator, or handle any

electrical equipment while standing in water, while

barefoot, while hands are wet or while in the rain or

snow. Electric shock may result.

ALWAYS use a ground fault circuit interrupter

(GFCI) in damp or highly electrical conductive areas

and on construction job-sites to prevent electric shock.

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.

Engines consume oxygen and give off deadly carbon

monoxide poisonous gas. Improper ventilation will

cause damage to generator and possible injury to

people.

NEVER touch hot muffler, hot exhaust manifold or

engine cooling fins.

ALWAYS remove all oil or gasoline deposits and

accumulated dirt from generator and immediate area.

Keep generator head and engine clean.

NEVER operate the generator under the following

conditions:

A. Excessive change in engine speed, slow or

fast.

B. Overheating in load connecting devices.

C. Sparking or arcs from generator.

D. Loss of electrical output.

E. Damaged receptacles.

F. Engine mi sfire.

G. Excessive vibration.

H. Enclosed compartments, or confined areas.

I. Flame or smoke.

J. Rain, snow or wet conditions.

K. Operator non-attendance.

WARNING Check fuel system on a

regular basis. Look for signs of leaks, deterioration,

chafed or spongy fuel hose, loose or missing fuel hose

clamps, damaged fuel tank or a defective fuel shut-off

valve. Correct any defects before operation.

WARNING Keep fire extinguisher close

by your generator and be familiar on how to use it.

Consult your local fire department for correct

extinguisher type.

INSTALLATION

OUTDOORS: Choose a location where the

generator will not be exposed to rain, snow or direct

sunlight. Position the generator on secure, level

ground so it will not tip or slide down a hill. Place the

generator so that the exhaust fumes will not be

directed towards people.

The installation site must be free from water,

moisture, or dust. All electrical components should be

protected from excessive moisture or the insulation

system will deteriorate and result in grounding or

shorting out the generating system.

Foreign matters, such as dust, dirt, sand, lint, or

abrasive materials can cause damage to the generator

head and engine if allowed into its cooling system.

NEVER install your generator inside confined

areas. Inside installation can cause health hazards or

death.

DANGER Remember, exhaust fumes are

deadly carbon monoxide gas, and must be vented to

the outside where there are no people. Cooling air of

sufficient amounts must be allowed to flow in and

exhausted out to ensure proper cooling of the engine

and generator head.

LOAD APPLICATION

It is important to determine the total electrical load

before it is connected to the generator. The two major

factors in determining the life of a generator head are:

heat build up, caused by overloading the generator,

and corrosive contaminants, that can attack the wiring

insulation. If the generator is overloaded, the wires

become excessively hot and cause the insulation to

break down, reducing its ability to resist corrosive

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.

However, some equipment may require three to ten

times more wattage than its rating on the nameplate,

as the wattage is influenced by the equipment

efficiency, power factor and starting system. NOTE: If

wattage is not given on equipment nameplate,

approximate wattage may be determined by

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