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Operation Instructions
Maintenance and Storage
The generator head is a two pole, 3600 RPM, 60 Hz, brushless, revolving field and synchronous type
with two sealed ball bearings.
Proper care and maintenance are required to ensure a long trouble free life.
Generator Maintenance
- The generator head is brushless and maintenance free. Any major generator
service including the installation or replacement of parts should be performed by a qualified electrical
service technician. USE ONLY NorthStar APPROVED REPAIR PARTS AVAILABLE AT 1-800-270-0810.
1. Bearing - The bearings used in this generator are a heavy duty, sealed ball bearing type. They require
no maintenance or lubrication.
2. Receptacles - Quality receptacles have been utilized. If a receptacle should become cracked or
otherwise damaged, replace it. Using cracked or damaged receptacles can be both dangerous to the
operator and destructive to the equipment.
Exercising the Generator -
The generator should be operated every four weeks.
This is accomplished
by running the generator 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 corrosion in the winding. Frequent operation
of the generator will ensure that the generator is operating properly should it be needed in an emergency.
Storage
– Keep the generator covered and away from any moisture.
Use to Approximate Generator Load Requirements
Device Running
Watts
Device Running
Watts
Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu)
1700 (a)
Lawn Mower
1200
Battery Charger (20 Amp)
500
Light Bulb
100
Belt Sander (3”)
1000
Microwave Oven
700
Chain Saw
1200
Milk Cooler
1100 (a)
Circular Saw (6-1/2”)
900
Oil Burner on Furnace
300
Coffee Maker
1000
Oil Fired Space Htr (140,000 Btu)
400
Compressor (1 HP)
2000 (a)
Oil Fired Space Htr (85,000 Btu)
225
Compressor (3/4 HP)
1800 (a)
Oil Fired Space Htr (30,000 Btu)
150
Compressor (1/2 HP)
1400 (a)
Oven 4500
Curling Iron
700
Paint Sprayer, Airless (1/3 HP)
600 (a)
Dishwasher 1200
Paint Sprayer, Airless (handheld)
150
Edge Trimmer
500
Radio 200
Electric Nail Gun
1200
Refrigerator 600
(b)
Electric Range (one element)
1500
Slow Cooker
200
Electric Skillet
1250
Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP)
2800 (a)
Freezer 800
(b)
Submersible Pump (1 HP)
2000 (a)
Furnace Fan (1/3 HP)
1200 (a)
Submersible Pump (1/2 HP)
1500 (a)
Hair Dryer
1200
Sump Pump
600 (a)
Hand Drill (1”)
1100
Table Saw (10”)
2000 (a)
Hand Drill (1/2”)
875
Television 500
Hand Drill (3/8”)
500
Toaster 1000
Hand Drill (1/4”)
250
Vacuum cleaner
250
Hedge Trimmer
450
VCR 70
Home Computer
150
Water Heater
3000
Impact Wrench
500
Weed Trimmer
500
Jet Pump
800 (a)
(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.
