MODEL 2900 BDG, ITEM # 165915 Belt Driven Generator Pr o ve n M165915A Pe r f or ma n ce OWNER’S MANUAL 00035 2900 BDG Questions or comments? Call 1-800-270-0810
THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a North Star Belt Driven 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. Everyone who operates this generator must read and understand this manual. The time you take now will prolong your generator’s life and prepare you for its safe operation.
SPECIFICATIONS Item Number Ma ximum Output Continuous Output Voltage Phase Frequency Power Factor Engine Engine Speed 120 V Receptacle 240 V Receptacle Circuit Breaker Dimensions Length Width Height Gross Weight #165915 2900 Watts (W) 2600 Watts (W) 120 / 240 Volt (V) Single phase (4-wire) 59.0-62.0 Hertz (H z) 100 % 5 hp recommended 3540-3720 RPM 15 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 5-15R) 15 Amp (A) duplex (NEMA 6-15R) 11 Amp (A) thermal, push to reset style 13.75” (413 cm) 7.25” (184 cm) 7.75” (197 cm) 35 lb. (15.
MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 (Ref. 1-4) Ref. 1 2 3 4 Description Circuit Breakers 120V 15A Duplex Receptacle 240V 15A Duplex Receptacle Grounding screw Ref. Description 5 6 7 7/8” shaft Mounting feet Fan vents Figure 2 (Ref.
GENERATOR FEATURES CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Reference 1 - Circuit Breakers. This belt driven single phase generator has 2, 11 amp (A) push to reset circuit breakers to protect against electrical overloads. Receptacles Reference 2 - 120V Receptacle. The generator has a end cover with two duplexes (two receptacles in a common housing).
NEVER operate the generator under the following conditions: A. Excessive change in engine speed, slow or fast. B. Overheating in load connecting devices. C. Sparking or arcs from generator. D. Loss of electrical output. E. Damaged receptacles. F. Engine misfire. G. Excessive vibration. H. Enclosed compartments, or confined areas. I. Flame or smoke. J. Rain, snow or wet conditions. K. Operator non-attendance. WARNING Keep fire extinguisher close by your generator and be familiar on how to use it.
sufficient amounts must be brought in and exhausted out to ensure proper cooling of the engine and generator. 120V, 60 Hz Motors Hp motor Running Watts 1/6 525 1/4 700 1/3 875 1/2 1175 1 1925 1 1/2 2400 2 2900 3 4075 5 6750 LOAD APPLICATION It is important to determine the total electrical load before it is connected to the generator.
*Not recommended CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from the low voltage caused by using an extension cord with a small wire size. Use this chart to estimate the total load on your generator.
Output voltage should be checked periodically to ensure continued proper operation of the generating plant and appliances, it can be checked with a portable meter. Frequency can be checked by using an electric clock with a sweep second hand. Timed against a wrist watch or a stop watch the clock should be correct within +/- 2 seconds per minute. All speed setting adjustments should be done by a qualified technician.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Voltage too low. a) Engine speed too slow. a) Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment. b) Reduce the load. (See Load Application section of this manual.) a) Disconnect load. b) Replace receptacle. c) Reduce the load. (See Load Application section of this manual.) a) Bring generator to a qualified technician for adjustment. a) Reduce the load. (See Load Application section of this manual.
