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Northern Lights LP668T Engine

The Northern Lights LP668T is a 6.8 L 6-cylinder turbo engine rated at 2400 rpm. It powers generator sets from Northern Lights. It holds 19 L (5.0 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Alaska Diesel Electric LP668T

6.8 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
2400 rpm
Rated speed
19.0 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity19.0 L
Displacement6.8 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbo
Rated speed2400 rpm

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine failuresFailures often occur in remote areas far from competent assistance.
Battery charging regulator could be ruinedSwitch is turned OFF while the engine is running
Engine fails to start on first attemptDo not crank the starter for more than 15 seconds consecutively. Ensure the starter has stopped completely before re-engaging.
Engine temperature rises over 200°F (94°C)Shut down the engine and investigate the cause of overheating.
Shutdown is activated and temperature gauge shows within normal rangeCheck the engine crankcase oil level. If low, fill with recommended lubricating oil and restart. Watch the oil pressure gauge carefully and shut off the engine if it does not show a normal reading after a few seconds of operation. If the oil level is normal, DO NOT restart the engine. Call your Northern Lights or Lugger dealer for assistance.
Engine temperature rises above 205°F (97°C)Shut off the engine immediately.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Common problems

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  • Shutdown is activated and temperature gauge shows within normal range
    Fix: Check the engine crankcase oil level. If low, fill with recommended lubricating oil and restart. Watch the oil pressure gauge carefully and shut off the engine if it does not show a normal reading after a few seconds of operation. If the oil level is normal, DO NOT restart the engine. Call your Northern Lights or Lugger dealer for assistance.
  • Engine temperature rises over 200°F (94°C)
    Fix: Shut down the engine and investigate the cause of overheating.
  • Engine temperature rises above 205°F (97°C)
    Fix: Shut off the engine immediately.
  • Engine failures
    Cause: Failures often occur in remote areas far from competent assistance.
  • Engine fails to start on first attempt
    Fix: Do not crank the starter for more than 15 seconds consecutively. Ensure the starter has stopped completely before re-engaging.
  • Battery charging regulator could be ruined
    Cause: Switch is turned OFF while the engine is running

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Northern Lights LP668T.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Northern Lights LP668T?

The Northern Lights LP668T engine has an oil capacity of 19.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Northern Lights LP668T?

The Northern Lights LP668T has a displacement of 6.8 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Northern Lights LP668T engine?

The Northern Lights LP668T powers 1 generator set(s), including Northern Lights LP668T.

What is a common problem with the Northern Lights LP668T engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Northern Lights LP668T is: Shutdown is activated and temperature gauge shows within normal range. Fix: Check the engine crankcase oil level. If low, fill with recommended lubricating oil and restart. Watch the oil pressure gauge carefully and shut off the engine if it does not show a normal reading after a few seconds of operation. If the oil level is normal, DO NOT restart the engine. Call your Northern Lights or Lugger dealer for assistance..