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MODEL 27500 PTOG
ITEM # 165937
ake-Off Generator
Power T
P rove n P e rf o r m a nce
M165937D
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Power Take-Off Generator. Your machine is designed for long life, dependability, and the top performance you demand. Please take the time now to read through this manual so you can better understand the machine’s 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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Maximum Output 27500 Watts (W) Continuous Output 24000 W Voltage 120 / 240 Volt (V) Phase Single phase (4-wire) Frequency 59.0-63.0 Hertz (Hz) Power Factor 1.0 Minimum PTO HP 48 HP at 540 RPM Input Shaft 1 3/8” Diameter, 6 spline 120V Receptacle (2) 20 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 5-20R) 30A Twistlock (NEMA L5-30R) 120/240V Receptacle 60A Straight blade (NEMA 14-60R) 100A Pin and sleeve (4100R12W) Circuit Breaker (2) 20A thermal, push to reset style 30A thermal, push to reset style 60A thermal magnetic
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00410 Figure 1 (Ref. 1-12) Ref. Description Ref. Description 1 Voltmeter 11 30A Circuit Breaker 2 Lifting Eye 12 120/240V 60A Receptacle 3 Breather/Oil Fill Plug 13 Gear Box 4 1 3/8”, 6 Spline Input Shaft 14 Warning Decals 5 Sight Glass 15 Grounding Clamp 6 Fan Vents 16 100A Circuit Breaker 7 Mounting Holes 17 120/240V 100A Pin and Sleeve 8 120V 30A Twistlock Receptacle 18 60A Circuit Breaker 9 120V 20A Duplex Receptacles 19 Shield 10 20A Circuit Breakers References 1 - Voltmeter. Voltmeter nee
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area indicates 120V. During no load conditions, the needle should be at or above the black line. Before attempting to mount your generator, References 2 - Lifting Eye. Use when lifting or thoroughly study the instructions and cautions in this moving generator. manual to assure you are fully acquainted with the Reference 3 - Breather/Oil Fill Plug. Use SAE operation of all components of this generator. Proper 90 gear oil. Maintain the correct oil level. Over filling preparation, operation an
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NEVER operate the generator while wearing loose fatigue of the trailer base if the steel used is not thick fitting clothing such as neckties, scarves or untucked enough. shirts. NEVER operate the generator, or handle any DANGER Trailer may tip over and cause electrical equipment while standing in water, while serious injury or death. Never stand near an operating barefoot, while hands are wet or while in the rain or PTO generator. snow. Electric shock may result. Use four, grade 5, 5/8” bolt
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become excessively hot and cause the insulation to 1 1/2 2400 30-50 40-80 NA break down, reducing its ability to resist corrosive 2 2900 36-60 48-96 NA contaminants. Over time the effectiveness of the 3 4075 51-85 68-136 NA insulation is eliminated and a dead short can result. 5 6750 84-140 112-224 NA Always compare the generator nameplate data with that of the equipment to be used to ensure that The figures given above are for an average load watts, volts, amperage, and frequency requirements
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Device Running Watts Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) 1700 (a) PRE-START UP PREPARATIONS Battery Charger (20 Amp) 500 Belt Sander (3”) 1000 Your generator has been thoroughly tested prior to Chain Saw 1200 shipment from the factory. However, damage can Circular Saw (6-1/2”) 900 occur during shipping, so be sure to check for Coffee Maker 1000 damaged parts, loose or missing nuts and bolts. If the Compressor (1 HP) 2000 (a) these problems occur, call Customer Service at 1-800- Compressor (3/4 HP) 18
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GENERATOR CARE The generator head is a two pole, 3600 RPM, 60 Hz, brushless, revolving field and synchronous type with two sealed radial bearings. Proper care and maintenance are necessary to ensure a long trouble free life. Exercising The Generator - The generator should be operated every four weeks. This is accomplished by starting the engine and applying a load for 15 minutes. This will dry out any moisture that has accumulated in the windings. If left, this moisture can cause c
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Voltage too low. a) Engine speed too slow. a) Increase tractor RPMs. b) Reduce the load. (See Load b) Generator is overloaded. Application section of this manual.) Circuit breaker trips. a) Defective load connected to generator. a) Disconnect load. b) Defective receptacle. b) Replace receptacle. c) Generator overloaded. c) Reduce the load. (See Load Application section of this manual.) d) Defective circuit breaker. d) Co
