North Star M165938N - Manual (Page 30)

Operation (cont’d)
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3. Starting the Engine
After you have completed the pre-start checklist procedures, you are ready to start the engine.
The following directions detail how to start the engine with either LP/NG or Gasoline as the fuel
source:
Using LP/NG
To start engine using LP or Natural Gas:
WARNING:
DO NOT start engine if you smell gas. Exit area immediately
and call gas supplier or fire department. If possible, shut off
gas supply.
1) Disconnect all loads to the generator.
2) Flip fuel selector switch to the LP/NG position.
3) Start the engine:
a) Using electric start -
Turn the engine key switch to the START position and hold it there until
the engine starts. When the engine starts, release the key, allowing it to
return to the ON position.
b) Using recoil start –
Turn the engine key switch to the ON position. Pull the starter grip lightly
until you feel resistance, then pull the starter cord out briskly and rapidly.
Allow starter cord to return slowly.
Note: You must have the battery hooked up for recoil starting when
using LP/NG. The LP/NG fuel system requires a battery to function.
4) It may be necessary to momentarily depress the primer button while
starting the engine, especially for cold starts.
NOTE: If you have trouble starting the engine with LP/NG, you may
need to adjust the load block:
a. Loosen the lock nut, then turn the adjustment screw clockwise until
resistance is felt. At this point the load block is completely shut-off.
b. While LP or NG is being supplied to the generator, turn the ignition
key to the start position and slowly turn the adjustment screw
counterclockwise until the engine starts. (Depress the primer button
when cold starting the engine.)
c. Once the engine is running, turn the adjustment screw very slowly to
smooth out engine performance.
d. Once the proper setting is achieved turn the brass lock nut to secure
the adjustment screw.
Adjustment
Screw
Lock Nut