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- Page 1 MODEL 6500 DPG, ITEM # 165961 Diesel Portable Generator M165961B P r o v e n P e r f o r m a n c e OWNER’S MANUAL Call Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810 Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a NorthStar Diesel Series 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. -
Page 3: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Item Number 165961 Ma ximum Output 6500 Watts (W) Continuous Output 5500 Watts (W) Voltage 120 / 240 Volt (V) Phase Single phase (4-wire) Frequency 56.5 - 63.3 Hertz (Hz) Power Factor 1.0 p.f. Engine 10 HP HATZ 1B40 Engine Speed 3390 - 3798 RPM Fuel Type... -
Page 4: Machine Component Identification
MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 (Ref. 1-9) 2275 Ref. Description Ref. Description Generator Air Cleaner Housing Grounding Screw Recoil Handle Control Panel Muffler Isolation Mounts Battery Box Oil Drain Plug Warning Decals Oil Filter Access Cover 6.5 Gallon Fuel Tank Oil Fill and Dip Stick Fuel Cap with Gauge Operation Instructions... -
Page 5: Generator Features
GENERATOR FEATURES Reference 14 - 6.5 Gallon Fuel Tank. Large tank allows for extended run capabilities. Alw ays Reference 1 – Generator. The generator is allow room for fuel expansion by not filling the tank equipped with a high quality brushless generator. The completely full. -
Page 6: Introduction
Disconnect the negative the generator. cable first then the positive cable. The key should be NorthStar is constantly improving its products. in the OFF position when disconnecting or connecting The specifications outlined herein are subject to battery cables. -
Page 7: Installation
F. Engine misfire. contaminants. Over time the effectiveness of the G. Excessive vibration. insulation is eliminated and a dead short can result. H. Enclosed compartments, or confined areas. Always compare the generator nameplate data I. Flame or smoke. with that of the equipment to be used to ensure that J. -
Page 8: Pre-Start Up Preparation
connected to a hard starting load such as an air Curling Iron compressor, it will require more starting current. If it is Dishwasher 1200 connected to a light load or no load such as a power Edge Trimmer saw, it will require less starting current. The exact Electric Nail Gun 1200 requirement will also vary with the brand or design of... -
Page 9: Engine Shutdown
GROUNDING - All units must be grounded. Drive 3. Check fuel level and fill tank 7/8 full with diesel a 3/4” or 1” copper pipe or rod into the ground close to fuel. Never fill fuel tank completely to the top. the generator. -
Page 10: Generator Care
NOTE: When changing the oil on a hot engine, the oil might overshoot the oil drain hole on the generator WARNING, Stand-by Operation base. Use a deflector (piece of cardboard or paper) to If your generator is to be used as a standby direct the oil down the hole. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Engine will not start. a) Low oil level. a) Fill crankcase to proper oil level. b) Air in the line. b) Bleed the air from the fuel line. (see page 9) c) Out of fuel. c) Fill fuel tank. - Page 12 Parts Breakdown – Exploded View 165961 Rev. B...
- Page 13 Relay 32844 Lower Bracket 778118 Base 38770 Control Panel Weldment 82067 Clip Nut, 10-32 778120 Control Panel Assembly 32769 Nameplate, 6500 DPG 34172 Isomount 306459 Engine Ground Wire 32848 Upper Bracket 778057 HAT Z Diesel Engine 38321 Decal 777345 Fuel Line 19”...
- Page 14 Wiring Diagram 778120...