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MODEL 5500 BDG, ITEM #165913
Belt Driven Generator
M165913B
P rove n P e rf o r m a nce
OWNER’S MANUAL
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THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a North Star Belt Driven 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. 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 p
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SPECIFICATIONS Item Number #165913 Maximum Output 5500 Watts (W) Continuous Output 5000 Watts (W) Voltage 120 / 240 Volt (V) Phase Single phase (4-wire) Frequency 59.0-62.0 Hertz (Hz) Power Factor 100 % Engine 11 hp max., 9 hp recommended Engine Speed 3540-3720 RPM 120 V Receptacle 20 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 5-20R) 240 V Receptacle 20 Amp (A) Locking Device (NEMA L6-20R) Circuit Breaker 20 Amp (A) thermal, push to reset style Dimensions Length 16.25” (413 cm) Width 7.25” (184 cm) Height 7.75” (
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MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 (Ref. 1-4) 00041 Ref. Description Ref. Description 1 Circuit Breakers 5 7/8” shaft 2 120V 20A Duplex Receptacle 6 Mounting feet 3 240V 20A Locking Receptacle 7 Fan vents 4 Grounding screw Figure 2 (Ref. 5-7) 00042 3
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WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous GENERATOR FEATURES situation which, if not avoided, could result in a death or serious injury. Reference 1 - Circuit Breakers. This belt driven single phase generator has 2, 20 amp (A) push to CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous reset circuit breakers to protect against electrical situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or overloads. moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against Receptacles unsafe practices. Reference 2 -
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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 misfire. G. Excessive vibration. H. Enclosed compartments, or confined areas. I. Flame or smoke. J. Rain, s
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Cooling air of sufficient amounts must be brought in Repulsion-Induction (RI), Capacitor (Cap), or Split- and exhausted out to ensure proper cooling of the Phase (SP) type. engine and generator. 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. DANGER Remember, exhaust fumes are Starting Amps 120V, 60 Hz Motors deadly carbon monoxide gas, and must be vented to Hp motor Running RI ty
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Submersible Pump (1/2 HP) 1500 (a) Sump Pump 600 (a) Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length Table Saw (10”) 2000 (a) Amps Load #10 #12 #14 #16 Television 500 at (watts) Ga. Ga. Ga. Ga. Toaster 1000 240V Cord Cord Cord Cord Vacuum cleaner 250 10 2400 250’ 150’ 100’ 75’ VCR 70 20 4800 125’ 75’ 50’ 25’ Water Heater 3000 30 7200 60’ 35’ 25’ 10’ Weed Trimmer 500 40 9600 30’ 15’ 10’ * 50 12000 15’ * * * (a) Hard-starting motors require 3 to 5 times the *Not recommended rated running watts. CAUT
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Load Output Percent of Speed Frequency Generator WARNING, Stand-by Operation Generator (RPM) (Hz) voltage at 120V If your generator is to be used as a standby Output Receptacle electric power source in case of utility failure, it must 0 % 3720 62.0 129V be installed by a registered and licensed electrician 50 % 3600 60.0 120V and in compliance with all applicable state and local 100 % 3540 59.0 115V electrical codes. Also, local Fire Departments must be consulted concerning proper and safe hand
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies 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 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.) Vo
