NorthStar Generator — 614cc, 10,000 Surge Watts, 8500 Rated Watts, Gasoline
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Powerful NorthStar Generator packs features a reliable, single-phase, 100% copper-wound, brushless generator head for years of long lasting power. Industrial Honda engine has low Oil Alert shutdown protection, electric start and super silent muffler. Easy access control and outlet panel. Control panel has "push to reset" circuit breakers.
Product Specs
Key Specs
Surge Watts | 10,000 |
Rated Watts | 8,500 |
Engine Displacement (cc) | 614 |
Engine | Honda GX610 OHV |
Gross Torque | 31.7 ft-lb at 2,500 rpm |
Run Time | 11 Hours at 1/2 Load |
Receptacles (qty.) | 7 |
Noise Level (dB) | 79 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Fuel Capacity (gal.) | 10 |
Start Type | Electric or recoil |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
Battery Required | Optional |
Battery Included | No |
Dimensions L x W x H (in.) | 35 3/4 x 24 1/4 x 26 1/4 |
Additional Specs
- Four 20 Amp 120V receptacles
- One 30 Amp 120V receptacle
- One 120/240V 30 Amp locking plug receptacle
- One 120/240V 50 Amp straight blade receptacle(breaker rated at 40 Amp)
- Uses NEMA 5-20R, NEMA L5-30R and NEMA L14-30R locking plug receptacles and NEMA 14-50R straight blade
- 70.8 Amps at 120 Volts or 35.4 Amps at 240 Volts
- Cast iron sleeve
- 100% Copper windings
- Conveniently located control panel
- Push-button circuit breakers
- Baked-on poly coat paint prevents scratches and corrosion
- Plugs sold separately
- Optional wheel kit Item# 165919 sold separately
- Required battery, Item# 31868
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Overall Rating:
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15 of 15(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
Best money I have ever spent.,
July 20, 2009
By Highpwr
from St. Louis, MO
"I bought this generator a few years ago after suffering through a number of power outages in our city. After the family had to spend several days in a motel 100 + miles from home (only thing available as ALL hotels/motels were booked locally) and loosing several hundred dollars of food in refrigerators and freezers - I decided that would be the LAST time we would go through that.
After figuring out the wattage needed to run approx 80% of our total household (furnace , 2 refrigerators, deep freeze, microwave, partial lighting etc.) I chose this unit along with a 50A transfer switch and outside receptacle to connect the generator to our service panel inside the house. All I need to do in case of a power outage now, is connect a power cord between the generator and house receptacle outside, turn the start key on the generator, and I'm back in business!
The Honda engine starts and runs flawlessly, and the generator output is enough to run almost the entire household. Fuel consumption is approx 1 gal /hr with a moderate load on the generator. It is a heavy unit so if you plan to move it around any, I would recommend getting the wheel kit as well. It IS somewhat loud in operation, and the neighbors will notice it as well. Honda makes a larger / optional muffler for this engine that I purchased that takes quite a few db off of the noise level, and it helps out. I also added an hour meter to mine as well, to keep track of usage.
One thing I noticed is that the output frequency on my unit is slightly off (a little below 60 Hz) which makes my alarm clocks run a little behind (looses time) but not enough to worry about over the span of a few days time.
This generator has served me VERY well over the last few years, through freezing cold ice storms, and the sweltering heat of summer a number of times now - usually for several days at a time. It has run 24 / 7 with no problems, only stopping briefly while refueling. Like I said in the above title -- It was the best money I ever spent as far as I'm concerned."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
10,000 generator,
March 23, 2009
By nighthawkelite
from Charlotte nc
"I have had this generator 2 years now. Its super dependable and handy. Its saved me so many times when the power fails. I didn't have to worry about the lightning storms or snow storms.
I recommend it fully"
I recommend it fully"
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
Great product,
November 18, 2008
By Mattthecat
from West branch, MI
"We bought this generater last year and it the best one we have ever had."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
Honda powered generators,
November 18, 2008
By dwatt59
from Bonduel, Wisconsin
"I have been in the fire service for nearly forty years. I have seen equipment evolve and improve through trial and error. Whatever we use on the fire ground has to be dependable and tough. It must not fail in all types of environments, ranging from very cold temps to smoke filled rooms. The Honda powered generators that we now use are the best I have seen in my career. I have no doubt that when I turn the switch to "on", it will not only start, but I can walk away and be confident that it will not leave me and my crew in the dark. When your life may depend on a tool. it is comforting to have that kind of dependability."
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5
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5
Excellent Generator,
November 17, 2008
By dakeg
from Conroe, Tx
"I bought this a few weeks before Ike. I wanted the two 240 outlets on a generator. I have two meters, one for the house and one for the garage and utilities. We were without power for 7 days due to Ike. As soon as the storm passed, I set up the Generator and with the two outlets, I ran everything. After the first couple of days, I did not run central A/C as we had really cool nights and reasonable days. No problems at any time with this unit. It is fairly loud, but almost all generators are. We just kept the windows on the generator side of the house closed. Gasoline usage was slightly under 1 gallon per hour."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
A tough generator.,
August 20, 2008
By Skyrvr
from Index,Washington
"Gen has pull start and electric start.Pull starter sticks out past frame.Pull starter was damaged in shipping.Northern Tool folks immediately sent new parts ,free of charge,with no hassle,and gen works great.
Had flood in November of 2006.Found generator in woods under 20 ft of water.Drug it out in the back of an ATV trailer.Rinsed engine and gen,inside and out.Replaced all filters.Put in new gas,and oil, and hit the key.Gen had sealed DieHard battery. Engine sputtered to life and has been working fine ever since.Ran non-stop for 4 days while power company got power to us.Generator is heavy to move without wheel kit and is moderately loud. Will place on small trailer to move in case of flood again.I think this is a very tough generator,worth every penny."
Had flood in November of 2006.Found generator in woods under 20 ft of water.Drug it out in the back of an ATV trailer.Rinsed engine and gen,inside and out.Replaced all filters.Put in new gas,and oil, and hit the key.Gen had sealed DieHard battery. Engine sputtered to life and has been working fine ever since.Ran non-stop for 4 days while power company got power to us.Generator is heavy to move without wheel kit and is moderately loud. Will place on small trailer to move in case of flood again.I think this is a very tough generator,worth every penny."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
Awesome reliability!,
April 29, 2008
By 1Captain
from Maryland - always on the water
"I bought this generator to power my tools on a "hobby" project, fixing up a 100 year old lighthouse that is 1.5 miles off shore. It sat all winter and when I went to start it up this spring, it didn't miss a beat! It's great to be able to run all the tools/lights without having a strain on anything. This will definately make the refurbishing a lot easier!"
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5
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Generator Power,
April 21, 2008
By TheCoreinator
from Faribault MN
"I bought 2 of these generators for my business. We run large Cardi drills through road pavement and they hardly burp. Our Husqvarna 14" saws don't even bother the powerplant. Honda engines are one of the most reliable powerplants for a generator. I wasn't quite sure about the Northstar platform but I learned where they were built and it put my mind at ease, because that company has been around for some time and has a good rep. These gens. make some steady power that can't get interrupted.
Controls are easy to reach. All the outlets you need. Large cage around it to protect it from high altitude drops. Big gas tank to drain your wallet just once at the pump. Plus all the referance material to service and maintain Mr. Honda engine, and wiring diagrams on the gen. One down side, Noisy...... Too loud, but it does it's job."
Controls are easy to reach. All the outlets you need. Large cage around it to protect it from high altitude drops. Big gas tank to drain your wallet just once at the pump. Plus all the referance material to service and maintain Mr. Honda engine, and wiring diagrams on the gen. One down side, Noisy...... Too loud, but it does it's job."
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5
Great!,
April 21, 2008
By tommytwofish
from Chesapeake Bay, Maryland
"I purchased this GenSet to provide house current during storms. Awesome unit with all the power I could ever want for a short duration. The unit is quite noisy but I don't know if there quieter units out there."
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10,000 Watts,
February 20, 2008
By Randall69
from Goreville, IL.
"I live in the country and planned to use this for farm use and to power my home appliances, we have a lot of power outages. Recently after a heavy ice/snow storm here in the Midwest thousands of people were without power, including me. I was surprised how well this generator backed up the house and kept us comfortable for more than a week. We had hot water, cooking, heat and since we were iced in my Wide Screen TV and Dish were powered as well, my computer equipment, everything was perfect. The first couple days I had to siphon gas out of tractors, jeep, car, lawnmowers to keep us going. After I was able to get out and get gas we had "no problems". At first the gas usage was a bit high I thought but as the engine broke in I was shocked that we were only using about 16 gal per 18 hrs. Everyone in our neighbor hood left, we were the only ones that stayed. We were only able to stay because of the NorthStar 10,000 Watt Generator. The 18hp Honda engine never did work hard just constant, we became use to the "Hummmmm" of the engine. I bought this generator in 2004. If I had it to do over I would have made NO other choice. My research and decision with the 10,000 Watt NorthStar Generator was the right decision for me and I'd do it over again and know that it was money well spent."
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