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Northern Lights Lugger ONL753W2 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: For Models: NL753W and NL753W2

Summary of Lugger ONL753W2

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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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    Onl753w2 10/09 3 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. Operator's manual for models nl753w & nl753w₂ introduction ....................................................4 models ...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 4 servicing of generator sets presents unique problems. In many cases boats cannot be moved to a repair facility. Generator sets cannot be compared to the servicing of automobiles, trucks or even farm equip- ment. Failures often occur in remote areas far from competent assistance. Gen...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 5 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 certifi cate is supplied with your set. It entitles the original purchaser of our equipment to a warranty covering material ...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 6 industrial generator component locations 15. Exhaust outlet 16. Dc circuit breaker 17. Starter 1. Junction box 2. Air filter 3. Crankcase vent 4. Lube oil fill 5. Coolant fill 6. Injection pump 7. Dipstick figures 2-a and b: nl753w 8. Fuel inlet & return 9. Block water drain 10. Oil...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 7 control panel figure 3: series 1-b generator control panel 1. Shutdown bypass-preheat switch there are two functions built into this switch: preheating the engine and bypassing the engine safety shutdown circuit, enabling a quicker start. Hold the switch in the on position for appro...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 8 break-in period 1. The fi rst 100 hours on a new or reconditioned engine are critical to its life and performance. 2. Constantly check the engine temperature and oil pressure. 3. Oil consumption is greater during break-in as piston rings take time to seat. 4. Break-in oil changes: c...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 9 shutdowns and alarms 1. Generator sets have shutdown systems to stop the engine in the event of high water temperature or low oil pressure. Other alarms and shutdowns are available as optional equipment. Note: do not rely on your shutdown to the exclusion of careful gauge monitoring...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 10 service 50 250 500 1000 2500 point page operation daily hours hours hours hours hours engine: sp1 8 & 12 check oil level • sp2 12 change engine oil 1) 5) • • sp3 12 change lube oil fi lters 1) 5) • • sp4 13 check air cleaner 1) 4) • sp5 13 check v-belt tension • sp6 13 check valve ...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 11 service record notes.

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    Onl753w2 10/09 12 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 f...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 13 sp4. Air cleaner 1. Inspect air cleaner every 250 hours. In dusty condi- tions, check more often. 2. Industrial sets: the element cannot be cleaned. Replace it when necessary. Part numbers are: nl753w & w2 – #24-27301 4. Note: make absolutely sure no impurities enter the engine whi...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 14 servicing fuels - general 1. Use only clean, high quality fuels of the following specifi cations, as defi ned 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 fre...

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    Onl753w2 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 hos...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 16 figure 7: remove delivery line fl are nuts. Figure 8: remove delivery lines. Figure 9: remove return line nuts. Figure 10: remove return line. Figure 11: unscrew injector. Figure 12: remove and replace copper sealing washer. Figure 13: reinstall injector. Torque to proper tightness...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 17 sp11. Injector service 1. Injectors should be checked every 1000 hours or as needed. Check should be made by a northern lights dealer or local injection repair station. Caution: escaping diesel fuel under pressure can have suffi cient force to penetrate the skin causing serious per...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 18 servicing sp14. Cooling system flushing 1. Flush the cooling system every 2500 hours or every 12 months, whichever comes fi rst. 2. Industrial sets: remove radiator cap and open drain cocks on radiator and engine block. Pour clean water into radiator until water coming from radiato...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 19 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 fl at wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs ( figure 14 ). Connect a d.C. Test bulb between the plus-pole of the bat...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 20 troubleshooting if you cannot correct problems with these procedures, see your northern lights dealer. 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 b...

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    Onl753w2 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 • c...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 22 troubleshooting engine problem possible cause recommendation(s) lack of engine power improper type of fuel • consult fuel supplier and use proper type of (continued) fuel for operating conditions. Overheated engine • see “engine overheats” in next category. Below normal engine temp...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 23 troubleshooting if you cannot correct problems with these procedures, see your northern lights dealer. Engine problem possible cause recommendation(s) high fuel consumption fuel leakage • improper installation or tightening. (continued) excessive load on engine • check loads. Below...

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    Onl753w2 10/09 24 wiring diagrams 12 v olt dc engine w iring diagram for northern lights nl753w & nl753w2 with s1-b control pane l. Drawing #c-5599 w iring diagrams are subject to change without notice..

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    Onl753w2 10/09 25 ac engine w iring diagram for northern lights nl753w2 & nl753w drawing #b-8280e w iring diagrams are subject to change without notice. Wiring diagrams.

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