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Northern Lights M1166 Generator Set

The Northern Lights M1166 is a generator set.

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Service parts for the M1166

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Fuel system

1 required
RG13299Fuel filter (primary)see priceAmazon

Cooling system

1 required

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Specifications

Ratings spec sheet not in our library yet — see the documents below.

Maintenance & consumables

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter1500 hr
Fuel filter2000 hr
Fuel filterFuel Filter/ Water SeparatorRG13299 Amazon eBay
Oil filter2000 hr
Battery2400 hr
Belt1500 hr
Coolant2400 hr
Coolant filterPint - Part Number...............20-0000220-00002 Amazon eBay
Oil1500 hr
Spark plug1500 hr

Common questions

What fuel filter fits the Northern Lights M1166?

The Northern Lights M1166 uses fuel filter part number RG13299.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Entire Electrical System Does Not FunctionLoose or corroded connections, Faulty connection, Sulfated or worn out batteriesClean and tighten loose connections, Clean and tighten battery and harness plug connections, Check specific gravity and electrolyte level of each battery cell
Engine Hard to Start or Will Not StartEngine starting under load, Improper starting procedure, No fuel, Low battery output, Excessive resistance in starting circuit, Crankcase oil too heavy, Improper type of fuel, Water, dirt or air in fuel system, Clogged primary fuel filter element, Clogged secondary fuel filter element, Dirty or faulty injection nozzles, Electronic Fuel System problem (if equipped), Injection pump not getting fuel or air in fuel systemSee starting section of this manual, Take special note of Bypass Switch operation, Check level of fuel in fuel tank, Check electrolyte level and condition, Clean and tighten all battery connections, Use oil of proper viscosity, Consult fuel supplier and use proper type of fuel for operating condition, Drain, flush, fill and bleed system, Clean or replace filter element, Replace filter element, Have your dealer check injection nozzles, See your dealer, Check fuel flow at supply pump or bleed fuel system
Battery Will Not ChargeLoose or corroded connections, Sulfated or worn out batteries, Loose or defective alternator beltClean and tighten battery connections, Check specific gravity of each battery cell, Check electrolyte level of each battery cell, Adjust belt tension, Replace belt
Undercharged Electrical SystemExcessive electrical load from added accessories, Engine idling excessively, Poor electrical connections on battery, ground strap, starter, or alternator, Defective battery, Battery charging rate too highTake off accessories or install higher output alternator, Increase the engine RPM when there is a heavy electrical load, Inspect connections and clean if necessary, Test battery, Test charging system
Starter InoperativeCheck DC circuit breaker, Faulty start circuit relay, Blown main system fuse, Loose or corroded connections, Low battery output, Defective electrical system ground wireIf the breaker is tripped, reset it, See dealer, Replace fuse, Clean and tighten loose battery and harness plug connection, Check specific gravity of each battery cell, Check electrolyte level of each battery cell, Repair or replace
Starter Cranks SlowlyLow battery output, Battery is too small, Battery cables are too small, Check specific gravity of each battery cell, Check electrolyte level of each battery cell, Crankcase oil too heavyBattery is too small, Battery cables are too small, Replace battery if necessary, If low, fill cells with distilled water, Fill with oil of appropriate viscosity

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Northern Lights M1166 troubleshooting guide (12 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
RG11620Rocker Arm Cover Capscrews Torque WrenchTorque wrench Amazon eBay
RG13298Fuel Transfer Pump Outlet, Hand Primer, Fuel Line FittingFuel line fitting Amazon eBay
RG13299Fuel Filter/ Water SeparatorFuel filter Amazon eBay
RG13319High Pressure Common Rail Fuel System ComponentsHigh pressure common rail fuel system components Amazon eBay
RG7508Check RunoutDial indicator Amazon eBay
RG8018Crankshaft Vibration Damper AssemblyCrankshaft vibration damper Amazon eBay
20-00002SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
20-00003SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
20-00005SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) - 50 Pack50Service part / kit Amazon eBay
20-00010SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive)50Service part / kit Amazon eBay
OM1166Operator's Manual for Models: M1166AMCA and M1166AR1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
OM1166-1/13Component Locations1Service part / kit buy

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