North Star M165955A, Owner'S Manual

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Installation / Initial Set-Up
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Table 2
Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length
Amps at
240V
Load
(watts)
#10 Ga.
Cord
#12 Ga.
Cord
#14 Ga.
Cord
#16 Ga.
Cord
10 2400 250' 150' 100' 75'
20 4800 125' 75' 50' 25'
30 7200 60' 35' 25' 10'
40 9600 30' 15' 10' *
50 12000 15' * * *
WARNING:
Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or
damage to connected devices.
1. All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition and not worn, bare,
frayed, or otherwise damaged.
WARNING:
Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire.
Note: If an extension cord becomes hot to the touch, it is overloaded or damaged and
must be replaced.
Northern Tool is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from customer use of
inadequate extension cords.
5. Select a Suitable Site
Before using the generator, you must select a suitable OUTDOOR location for installation and
operation. This location should meet all of the criteria listed below.
WARNING:
You must choose a suitable site for operating your generator to avoid equipment damage
and/or injury and possible death from carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock, or fire.
Choose a site that meets all of the criteria specified.
Dry, level surface The generator should be positioned on a dry, firm, level surface.
Ensure that the generator sits level and will not slide or shift during operation.
If applicable, block the generator's wheels to prevent sliding and shifting.
Outdoors only –
dangerous carbon
monoxide exhaust
WARNING: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
The exhaust from your generator contains carbon monoxide (CO), a
poisonous gas that can kill. You cannot smell it, see it, or taste it.
Carbon monoxide exhaust is given off whether you are using natural
gas or propane as the fuel source to power the generator.
Follow the
directions below for choosing a location to operate your generator in
order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
The location you choose to operate the generator must be OUTDOORS
and at least 20 feet from the home, away from windows, vents and air
intakes, to allow proper ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or
weak while using the generator, shut off the engine and get to fresh air
RIGHT AWAY.
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