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Table Of Contents

Maintenance & Repair (cont’d)

To test the GFCI:

1. Depress the TEST button. The RESET button should extend from the

receptacle. If the RESET button does not extend, contact Northern Tool

for replacement parts.

2. Restore power to the GFCI by firmly pressing the RESET button back

into the receptacle until an audible click is heard.

Clean & inspect

spark arrester

(if equipped)

Clean and inspect the spark arrester on muffler

If the engine has been running, the muffler and spark arrester will be hot.

Allow those to cool before servicing the spark arrester.

Tools needed: Wire brush and Philip’s head screwdriver

1. Remove the securing screw from the top of the spark arrester.

2. Slide the spark arrester off the exhaust pipe.

3. Inspect the spark arrester mesh (screen). Replace spark arrester if mesh

(screen) is damaged.

4. Use a wire brush to lightly remove the carbon deposits from the spark

arrester mesh (screen). Be careful to avoid damaging the mesh (screen).

5. Slide the spark arrester over the exhaust pipe and align the hole to the 12

o’clock position.

6. Secure the spark arrester using the supplied screw.

Keep generator

clean

Keep generator clean.

If dust or debris accumulates on the generator, clean the generator with a

damp cloth or soft bristle brush. Do not allow air intakes to become blocked.

Note: Do not spray generator with a garden hose or pressure washer.

Water may enter the generator and cause damage to the rotor, stator, or

internal windings.

Recharge and

maintain battery

(if electric start)

Inspect, recharge, and maintain your battery according to your battery

manufacturer’s instructions. (Only for those models equipped with electric

start.)

Do not store with battery charger always connected. Batteries that are over-

charged can boil themselves dry and produce excessive amounts of hydrogen,

an explosive gas.

Brush Assembly

Maintenance

Inspect brushes every 12 months, or 200 hours.

Replace brush assembly after 1000 hours of operation.

Hours of operation and environmental conditions influence

brush life.

Look for excessive or uneven wear, if either condition is

present, take the unit to a qualified repair technician.

IMPORTANT:

If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer’s specifications. Replace-

ment parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the

generator.

Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1-800-270-0810

for any questions, problems, or parts orders.