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Northern Lights Lugger 0844K Operator's Manual
Summary of Lugger 0844K
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Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constitu- ents are known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. — california — proposition 65 warning: northern lights 4420 14th avenue n.W. Seattle, wa 98107 tel: (206) 789-3880 fax: (206) 782-5455 copyright ©200...
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O844k 10/09 read this operator's manual thoroughly before starting to operate your equipment. This manual contains information you will need to run and service your new unit. 1 proprietary information this publication is the property of northern lights, inc. It may not be reproduced in whole or in p...
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O844k 10/09 introduction 2 unit identification servicing of marine engines and generator sets presents unique problems. In many cases boats cannot be moved to a repair facility. Marine engines cannot be compared to the servicing of automobiles, trucks or even farm equipment. Failures often occur in ...
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O844k 10/09 serial numbers 3 safety rules caution: this symbol is used throughout this book to alert you to possible danger areas. Please take special notice of these sections. A warranty registration certificate is supplied with your set. It entitles the original purchaser of our equipment to a war...
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O844k 10/09 1. Coolant fill 2. Expansion tank/exhaust manifold/heat exch.Tank 3. Coolant drain 4. Wet exhaust elbow 5. Junction box 6. Vibration mount 7. Starter 8. Coolant thermostat (behind) 9. Belt guard 10. Raw water pump 11. Alternator 12. Water temperture sender 13. Dc circuit breaker 14. Seco...
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O844k 10/09 8. Vibration mount 9. Dc alternator 10. Keel cooler return 11. Water temperature sender 12. Oil pressure switch 13. Coolant fill 14. Fuel injector 15. Fresh water pump 16. Injection pump 17. Oil fill (side) 18. Freshwater block drain 19. Oil dipstick 20. Oil filter 21. Fuel inlet 22. Lub...
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O844k 10/09 control panels 6 figure 4-b: series 3 generator control panel figure 4-a: series 1-b generator control panel figure 4-c: series 4 generator control panel 1. Shutdown bypass-preheat switch two functions are built into this switch: the preheat- ing of the engine, and bypassing of the engin...
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O844k 10/09 7 notes.
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O844k 10/09 8 break-in period 1. The first 100 hours on a new or reconditioned engine are critical to its life and performance. 2. Frequently check the engine temperature and oil pressure gauges (sets with series 3 or 4 panels). 3. Oil consumption is greater during break-in as piston rings take time...
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O844k 10/09 9 shutdowns and alarms 1. Your unit is fitted with a system to protect it from high water temperature or low oil pressure. A. Generator sets have shutdown systems to stop the engine. They have no warning horns. B. Other alarms and shutdowns are available as optional equipment. Note: do n...
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O844k 10/09 the servicing schedule chart below shows the service schedule required for proper maintenance of your generator set. More detailed coverage of each service point (sp) is listed on the page noted in the ‘page’ column. Daily: sp1 check oil level in engine sp5 check v-belt tension sp7 check...
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O844k 10/09 service record notes 11.
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O844k 10/09 servicing lubrication - general 1. Use only clean, high quality lubricants stored in clean containers in a protected area. 2. These lubricants are acceptable: a. Api service cc/cd/ce single viscosity oils. B. Api service cc/cd/sf multi-viscosity oils. 3. Use the proper weight oil for you...
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O844k 10/09 sp4. Air cleaner 1. Inspect air cleaner every 250 hours. In dusty condi- tions, check more often. 2. Marine sets: if dirty, wash element in soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly before re-installing. Replace if necessary. Part numbers are: m844 k and m844l k – #24-23100 3. C-series sets:...
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O844k 10/09 14 servicing fuels - general 1. Use only clean, high quality fuels of the following specifications, as defined by astm designation d975 for diesel fuels: a. Use grade no. 2 diesel at ambient temperatures above freezing 32°f (0°c). B. Use grade no. 1 at ambient temperatures below freezing...
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O844k 10/09 15 servicing sp10. Bleeding the fuel system caution: escaping diesel fuel under pressure can penetrate skin causing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting lines be sure to relieve all pressure. Before applying pressure, be sure all connections are tight and lines, pipes and hoses ...
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O844k 10/09 figure 11: remove delivery line flare nuts. Figure 12: remove delivery lines. Figure 13: cover lines, inlets and injection pump outlets. Figure 15: remove return line. Figure 16: unscrew injector. Figure 17: remove and replace copper sealing washer. Figure 18: reinstall injector. Torque ...
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O844k 10/09 sp11. Injector service 1. Injectors should be checked every 1000 hours. Check should be made by a northern lights dealer or local injection repair station. Caution: escaping diesel fuel under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious personal injury. If inj...
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O844k 10/09 servicing sp14. Cooling system flushing 1. Flush the cooling system every 2500 hours or every 12 months, whichever comes first. 2. Marine sets: a. Remove expansion tank cap and drain engine block. B. Open block drain cock. Remove hose from bottom of heat exchanger tank. C. Pour clean wat...
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O844k 10/09 glow plugs 1. Each cylinder is supplied with a glow plug which serves to heat the combustion chamber. 2. To check the glow plugs, loosen the current carrying flat wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs ( figure 19 ). Connect a d.C. Test bulb between the plus-pole of the battery an...
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O844k 10/09 if you cannot correct problems with these procedures, see your northern lights dealer. 20 troubleshooting dc electrical system problem possible cause recommendation(s) battery will not charge loose or corroded connections • clean and tighten battery connections. Sulfated or worn out batt...
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O844k 10/09 21 troubleshooting engine problem possible cause recommendation(s) engine hard to start improper starting procedure • see starting section of this manual. Take or will not start special note of bypass switch operation. No fuel • check level of fuel in fuel tank. Low battery output • chec...
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O844k 10/09 22 troubleshooting engine problem possible cause recommendation(s) engine overheats low coolant level • fill tank or radiator to proper level. • check hoses for loose connections and leaks. Keel cooling tubes • remove paint from tubes. Have been painted (marine) cooling system needs flus...
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O844k 10/09 23 troubleshooting engine problem possible cause recommendation(s) engine emits black clogged or dirty air cleaner • service air cleaner. Or gray exhaust smoke defective muffler • have dealer check back pressure. (back pressure too high) improper fuel • use correct fuel for temperature. ...
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O844k 10/09 kilowatt rating prime 16 kw 12 kw rated rpm/frequency 1800/ 60hz 1500/ 50hz general information engine type lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel cylinders inline 4 inline 4 displacement 121in 3 (1.995 liters) 121in 3 (1.995 liters) cycles 4 4 bore x s...
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O844k 10/09 kilowatt rating prime 20 kw 16 kw rated rpm/frequency 1800/ 60hz 1500/ 50hz general information engine type lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel cylinders inline 4 inline 4 displacement 135 in 3 (2.216 l) 135 in 3 (2.216 l) cycles 4 4 bore x stroke 3....
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O844k 10/09 kilowatt rating prime 20 kw 16 kw rated rpm/frequency 1800/60hz 1500/50hz general information engine type lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel lugger 4 cycle, swirl chamber diesel cylinders inline 4 inline 4 displacement 135 in 3 (2.216 l) 135 in 3 (2.216 l) cycles 4 4 bore x stroke 3.3 ...
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O844k 10/09 27 wiring diagrams engine w iring schematic 12v dc drawing b-7998.
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O844k 10/09 notes 28.