NorthStar 165601 Owner's Manual page 42

Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation (cont'd)
 Refueling. DO NOT refuel the engine until it has cooled at least two minutes.
 Malfunction during operation. Immediately turn off the generator if any of the following conditions arise
during operation:
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Excessive change in engine speed, slow or fast
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Overheating in load connecting devices
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Sparking or arcs from generator
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Loss of electrical output
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Receptacle damage
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Engine misfire
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Excessive vibration
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Flame or smoke
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Abnormal noise
 Adjusting / repairing. Always turn off generator and remove spark plug(s) or spark plug wire(s) before
working on the generator to prevent accidental starting.
 Cool engine before storing. Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing. A hot engine can be a
fire hazard.
 Shut off fuel supply. Make sure gasoline shut-off valve is in the OFF position.
 Prevent accidental starting. When generator is not in use, remove key from starter (key start engines) and
secure in a safe location, or remove spark plug(s) in order to ensure that generator cannot be started in a
storage location or by untrained persons.
 Storage location. Store the generator in a dry location away from sources of heat, open flames, sparks or
pilot lights – such as water heaters, space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, or other gas appliances – EVEN IF
the generator's gas tank is empty. Residual gasoline could ignite.
 Exercise regularly. Exercise generator every four weeks to dry out moisture that accumulates in the
windings. If generator cannot be exercised on a regular basis, prepare generator for long term storage.
 Periodic maintenance. Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the generator in safe
working condition.
Inspect and maintain your generator on a regular basis and repair as needed to keep it in safe working condition:
 Turn off generator. Always turn off generator and remove spark plug(s) or spark plug wire(s) before
working on the engine or generator to prevent accidental starting.
 Discharge capacitor. When the generator is shut down, the capacitor may maintain a charge. Always
discharge the capacitor before working on the generator head to prevent electrical shock.
 Replace guards / shields. Make sure all guards and shields are replaced after servicing the generator.
 Replacement parts. If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer's specifications.
Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the
generator and will void the warranty.
Safety – After use
Safety - Inspection/Maintenance
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