North Star M165938N - Manual (Page 13)

Installation / Initial Set-Up
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There are a number of important steps required to set up your generator for initial use. These
steps are:
Steps for Installation / Initial Set-Up
1. Unpacking & delivery inspection.
2. Planning the power load to stay within the generator’s rated
capacity.
3. Getting gas hook-ups installed if natural gas or LP gas will be used as
a fuel source.
4. Setting up generator for the type of power generation you need:
a. portable power source, or
b. connected to a building as a back-up power source.
5. Selecting a site for using the generator.
6. Grounding.
7. Battery installation (electric start models only).
Each of these steps is discussed in detail below:
1. Unpacking & Delivery Inspection
You should inspect the generator immediately after you receive delivery.
See the “Machine Component Identification” section of this manual for a
diagram of the generator and its components.
• If you have missing components, contact Product Support at 1-800-270-0810.
• If you have damaged components, contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a
claim.
2. Planning the Power Load
Plan your power load so that you do not exceed the generator’s rated capacity.
See the “Power Load Planning & Management” section of this manual to review how to plan and
manage power loads for the generator.