North Star 8000 IPG - Manual (Page 19)

Installation / Initial Set-Up
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6. Battery Installation
Your generator’s engine is equipped with an electric starter which requires the installation of a 12-
volt lawn tractor size battery (Group U1). See the “Specifications” section of this manual for more
specific battery requirements for this generator model, such as minimum amperage or CCA rating.
The battery is to be supplied by the customer and should be installed in the protective battery box
located near the engine. Follow the instructions detailed below for connecting and disconnecting
the battery.
WARNING: Battery hazards
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases,
and can cause electric shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections
to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the acid, and to prevent any sparking
that could lead to an explosion.
ALWAYS follow the general battery safety rules and instructions listed below.
General Battery
Safety Rules
• ALWAYS use eye protection when handling batteries.
• NEVER smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
• NEVER touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or
any non-insulated tools.
• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and
neutralize with baking soda.
Connecting the
battery Always connect the cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock:
1. Find the battery cables located inside the battery box.
2. Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
3. Then connect the black cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery.
Disconnecting the
battery Always disconnect cables in the following sequence to avoid possible shock.
1. First, disconnect the black cable from the negative (-) terminal of the
battery.
2. Next, disconnect the red cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
battery.