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Northern Lights M1166AMCA Generator Set

The Northern Lights M1166AMCA is a 168 kW standby generator set. It is available at , 3-phase.

168 kW
Standby
1
Document types

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Service parts for the M1166AMCA

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

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Standby power168 kW
Prime power143 kW
Phase3

Maintenance & consumables

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterFuel filterRE503676 Amazon eBay $49.95 KuduParts $54.00
Oil filterOil filterRE509672 Amazon $11.99 eBay $36.00 KuduParts $16.00

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Northern Lights M1166AMCA?

The Northern Lights M1166AMCA is rated 168 kW standby.

What oil filter does the Northern Lights M1166AMCA use?

The Northern Lights M1166AMCA uses oil filter part number RE509672.

What fuel filter fits the Northern Lights M1166AMCA?

The Northern Lights M1166AMCA uses fuel filter part number RE503676.

Troubleshooting

6

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 M1166AMCA troubleshooting guide (12 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
RE503676PRIMARY FUEL FILTERFuel filter Amazon eBay $49.95 KuduParts $54.00
RE504628Fuel filterFuel filter Amazon
RE509672OIL FILTER(5937, 5930)Oil filter Amazon $11.99 eBay $36.00 KuduParts $16.00
OM1166Operator's Manual for Models: M1166AMCA and M1166AR1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Parts manual — P8.1 (Northern Lights)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter RE503676$49.95
Oil filter RE509672$11.99
2 priced items$61.94