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MODEL 5500 PPG, ITEM # 165950
Professional Portable Generator
M165950A
P r ov e n P e rf o r m a nc e
OWNER’S MANUAL
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THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Pro 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. Everyone who operates this generator must read and understand this manual. The time you take now will prolong your generator’s life and prepare you for its safe operation. Enjoy the exceptional perfo
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SPECIFICATIONS Item Number #165950 Maximum Output 5500 Watts (W) Continuous Output 4000 Watts (W) Voltage 120 / 240 Volt (V) Phase Single phase (4-wire) Frequency 56.5-63.3 Hertz (Hz) Power Factor 100 % Engine 8 Hp Honda GX240 Engine Speed 3390 - 3798 RPM Fuel Type Non-leaded automobile gasoline Fuel Capacity 6.5 gallons (24.6 L) Oil Capacity 1.16 US quarts (1.1 L) Starting Method Recoil 120 V Receptacle 20 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 5-20R) 20 Amp (A) locking device (NEMA L14-20R) 120/240 V Receptacle
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MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 (Ref. 1-9) 00581 Ref. Description Ref. Description 1 Circuit Breakers 9 Super Silent Muffler 2 120/240V 20A 10 Gas Cap with Gauge Locking device Rec. 3 Grounding Post 11 6.5 Gal. Gas Tank 4 120V 20A Duplex Rec. 12 Generator Head 5 Oil Drain Plug 13 Vibration Isolation Mount 6 Engine Stop Switch 14 Recoil 7 Warning Decal 15 Choke Lever 8 Air Cleaner 16 Fuel Valve Lever
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GENERATOR FEATURES Low Oil Shutdown. The Honda engine is protected against damage resulting from low oil level. Reference 1 - Circuit Breakers. This portable As the oil falls below the safe level, the engine single phase generator has 2, 20 amp (A) push to automatically shuts off (the engine stop switch remains reset circuit breakers to protect against electrical in the on position). The engine will not start until the overloads. oil is refilled to above the safe level. Reference 2 - 120/
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WARNING Keep fire extinguisher close WARNING This generator is equipped by your generator and be familiar on how to use it. with a grounding post, located on the control panel for Consult your local fire department for correct your protection. Always complete the grounding path extinguisher type. from the generator to a copper pipe/rod that is driven into moist earth, to prevent electrical shock. INSTALLATION ALWAYS use electrical cords that are in good OUTDOORS: Choose a loca
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multiplying nameplate voltage by nameplate the engine. If allowed to operate at very low speeds, amperage. the electric motor starting winding will burn out in a short time. The generator head winding might also be damaged. VOLTS X AMPS = WATTS Running the generator under these conditions may Example: 120V X 5A = 600W result in damage to the generator stator as well as the When connecting a resistive load such as motor windings. Because the heavy surge of current inc
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Hedge Trimmer 450 Home Computer 150 (a) CAUTION: The engine has been shipped without Impact Wrench 500 oil. Fill the crankcase with oil before trying to start. Jet Pump 800 (b) Low oil shut-down prevents your generator from Lawn Mower 1200 starting without sufficient oil. Light Bulb 100 Microwave Oven 700 OPERATING SPEED Milk Cooler 1100 (b) Oil Burner on Furnace 300 The generator must be run at the correct speed in Oil Fired Space Htr (140,000 Btu) 400 order to produce the proper electrical vo
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B. Receptacles - Quality receptacles have been utilized. If a receptacle should become cracked or otherwise damaged, replace it. Using cracked or STARTING damaged receptacles can be both dangerous to the operator and destructive to the equipment. 1. Disconnect all loads to generator. 2. Turn gas line valve to ON position. 3. Turn engine on-off switch located on engine to WARNING, Stand-by Operation ON position. If your generator is to be used as a standby 4. For cold engine,
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Engine will not start. a) Low oil level. a) Fill crankcase to proper oil level. b) Fouled spark plug. b) Clean or replace spark plug. c) Out of fuel. c) Fill fuel tank. d) Stop switch in OFF position. d) Place switch in ON position. Voltage too low. a) Engine speed too slow. a) Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment. b) Generator is overloaded. b) Reduce the load. (See Load Application section of this man
