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Northern Lights M20C Generator Set

The Northern Lights M20C is a 16 kW diesel standby generator set powered by a Northern Lights 844L engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 120 V, 110/220 V, 240 V and 110 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 83 A. It holds about 8 L (2.1 gal) of oil and 4.8 L (1.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. The set measures 1213×533×838 mm (47.8×21.0×33.0 in) and weighs about 403 kg (888 lb).

16 kW
Standby
2.216 L
Displacement
8.0 L
Oil capacity
4
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Service parts for the M20C

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

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

2 required
24-50002Fuel filter (primary)see priceAmazon

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power16 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerDC Logic System
Oil capacity8.0 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK BCI
Voltage options120/240 V, 120 V, 110/220 V, 240 V, 110 V
Phase1 Phase Std./3 Phase Opt.
Rated current83.0 A
Power factor[0.8, 1.0]
Battery voltage12 Volt V
Coolant capacity4.8 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1213×533×838 mm
Dry weight403 kg

Engine

Northern Lights 844L
Oil capacity8.2 L
Coolant capacity3.6 L
Displacement2.216 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Northern Lights 844L
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir filter element (M16C, M20CL)24-20001 Amazon eBay $40.00
Fuel filterEvery 500 hours24-52020500 hr Amazon eBay $24.71 NAPA $15.34
Fuel filterPrimary fuel filter - complete unit (Racor type water separator)24-50002 Amazon eBay
Oil filterLube oil filter24-03100250 hr Amazon eBay $23.45 NAPA $12.88
BatteryCheck and maintain battery as required by the manufacturer's recommendations.—250 hr
BeltInspect and replace belts as needed. V-belts: 120 hours; Fan belts: 600 hours.—120 hr
CoolantReplace coolant as required by the manufacturer's recommendations.—2500 hr
OilChange oil and filter as required by the manufacturer's recommendations.8.2—250 hr
Spark plugReplace spark plugs every 1,000 hours or as required by the manufacturer's recommendations.—1500 hr

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
Battery electrolyteCheck50 hrFirst service — After first 50 hours and every 50 hours (SP18)
Cylinder head boltsAdjust50 hrFirst service — Re-tighten head bolts after first 50 hours (see pg. 14)
Engine oilChange250 hrFirst service — After first 50 hours
V-belt tensionCheck50 hrFirst service — After first 50 hours (SP5)
Valve clearancesAdjust50 hrFirst service — After first 50 hours
ValvesAdjust50 hrFirst service — SP6 - After first 50 hours
Radiator (industrial only)Clean100 hrEVERY 100 HOURS (SP16); check and clean radiator fins
Primary fuel filter elementChange200 hrEVERY 200 HOURS (SP8)
Air cleanerCheck250 hrSP4; more often in dusty conditions
BatteriesCheck250 hrSP19 - Check state of charge of batteries with hydrometer
BatteriesTest250 hrCheck condition of batteries with hydrometer
Batteries state of chargeCheck600 hrHydrometer check (SP19)
Engine oil and filterChange250 hrFirst service — SP2/SP3 - Every 250 hours
Lube oil filtersChange250 hrFirst service — SP3; also at 100 hours then every 250 hours
Exhaust elbowInspect500 hrSP22 - Inspect condition
Primary fuel filter element (Racor)Change500 hrSP8; as often as necessary
Secondary fuel filterChange500 hrSP9 - Every 500 hours
Cooling systemClean600 hr12 moEVERY 600 HOURS or every 12 months, whichever comes first; check and flush (SP14)
Impeller (seawater pump, marine)Change600 hrEVERY 600 HOURS or as needed (SP17)
Air cleaner elementChange1000 hrSP4
Impeller in raw water pumpChange1000 hrSP17; or as needed
InjectorsCheck1000 hrSP11 - Check every 1000 hours by dealer
Raw water pump impellerChange1000 hrSP17 - Every 1000 hours or as needed
Valve clearancesCheck1000 hrSP6 - Every 1000 hours
Injection nozzlesClean1500 hr
Heat exchanger (marine only)Clean2400 hrEVERY 2400 HOURS; also once a year (SP15)
Cooling systemCheck2500 hrSP14; check and flush
Cooling systemOther2500 hr12 moSP14 - Check and flush cooling system; every 2500 hours or 12 months
Fuel injection pumpCheck2500 hrSP12 - Pump settings, max/idle speed and exhaust smoke
Heat exchangerClean2500 hr12 moSP15; or once a year

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
ClearanceHeat rejection to jacket coolant (M844K2)1018BTU/min60 Hz
ClearanceHeat rejection to jacket coolant (M844LK2)1273BTU/min60 Hz
ClearanceV-belt deflection3/16inat midpoint between crankshaft and alternator pulleys
GapV-belt tension (deflection at midpoint between crankshaft and alternator pulleys)3/16in. (5 mm)thumb pressure
GapV-belt tension (deflection at midpoint between crankshaft and alternator pulleys)about 3/16in. (5 mm)
OtherExhaust Gas Temperature1022°F (550° C)
OtherMaximum Exhaust Backpressure48in (1219 mm) H2O
OtherV-belt deflection3/16 in. (5 mm)in. (mm)thumb pressure at midpoint between crankshaft and alternator pulleys
PressureCoolant filler cap pressure valve release7PSI (0.5 bar)
PressureCoolant filler cap pressure valve releaseapproximately 7PSI (0.5 bar)
PressureCoolant filler cap release pressureapproximately 7 PSI (0.5 bar)PSI (bar)
PressureCoolant filler cap relief valve7PSI
PressureEngine oil pressureabove 15 PSI; normal reading 20-60 PSIPSIengine running, gauges monitored often
PressureEngine oil pressure (normal operating, Series 3-4 panels)20-60PSIafter a few seconds of operation
PressureMinimum oil pressure15PSImust be above 15 PSI while running
PressureOil pressure20 - 60PSINormal reading after a few seconds of operation
PressureOil pressure (minimum)above 15PSISeries 3 and Series 4 Control Panels while operating
PressureOil pressure (minimum, operating)above 15PSI
PressureOil pressure (normal)20 - 60PSI
PressureOil pressure shutdown14.2psi (1.0 Kg/ccm)
PressureRecommended pressure cap12.7psi (0.9 kg/ccm)
SpeedRated RPM / Frequency1500 / 50HzRPM / Hz
SpeedRated RPM / Frequency1800 / 60HzRPM / Hz
TemperatureEngine coolant temperature (marine)below 200°F
TemperatureMaximum coolant temperature230degrees F (110 degrees C)
TemperatureNormal coolant temperature167° to 194°F (75°C to 90°C)°F (°C)normal operation
TemperatureShutdown temperature (marine)above 205°F
TemperatureStandard thermostat modulating range179-194degrees F (82-90 degrees C)
TemperatureWater temperature gaugebelow 200°F (94°C)Marine sets, operating
TemperatureWater temperature gauge (normal / shut off above)200 / 205°F (94 / 97°C)must be below 200°F (94°C)
TemperatureWater temperature gauge limit (marine)below 200°F (94°C)°F (°C)normal operation
TemperatureWater temperature shutdownabove 205°F (96°C)Marine units
TemperatureWater temperature shutdown limit (marine)above 205°F (96°C)°F (°C)shut off engine immediately
TorqueCylinder head bolts65.1-68.7ft/lbs (9.0-9.5 kg/m)cold; tighten in 2 passes, final pass at specified torque
TorqueDelivery lines at injectors11 - 18ft./lbs
TorqueDelivery lines at injectors11-18ft./lbs
TorqueDelivery lines at injectors11-18 ft./lbs.ft/lbs
TorqueFuel injector44-51ft/lbs (6 to 7 Kgm)
TorqueInjector44 - 51ft/lbs (6 to 7 kgm)
TorqueInjector44 - 51 ft/lbs (6 to 7 kgm)ft/lbs (kgm)
TorqueInjector return line retaining bolts22-30ft/lbs
TorqueReturn line retaining bolts22 - 30ft/lbs
TorqueReturn line retaining bolts22 - 30 ft/lbsft/lbs
TorqueRocker arm cover nuts5 - 8ft/lbs (0.8 - 2.3 kg/m)
TorqueRocker arm cover nuts5 - 8 ft/lbs (0.8 - 2.3 kg/m)ft/lbs (kg/m)
Valve clearanceIntake and exhaust valve clearance0.008in. (0.2 mm)cold, engine NOT running, after head bolts retightened
Valve clearanceIntake and exhaust valve clearance0.008 in. (0.2 mm)in. (mm)engine cold, NOT running
Valve clearanceIntake and exhaust valves0.008in. (0.2 mm)Engine cold and NOT running
Valve clearanceValve clearance (intake and exhaust, rocker arm to valve guide)0.008incold, engine NOT running
VoltageD.C. voltmeter reading11 - 15voltsat 80°F (25°C) ambient temperature
VoltageD.C. voltmeter reading11-15voltsat 80°F (25°C) ambient temperature
VoltageD.C. voltmeter readingbetween 11 and 15 voltsVDCat 80°F (25°C) ambient temperature

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Coolant50% distilled water / 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze mixAntifreeze mixture recommended as a good year-round coolant
Coolant50% water / 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze mixRecommended as a good year-round coolant
Engine oilSAE 5-20WAPI Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscositybelow -23°CBelow -10°F (-23°C) multi-viscosity; some increase in oil consumption may be expected
Engine oilSAE 5WAPI Service CC/CD/CE or CC/CD/SFbelow -23°CBelow -10°F (-23°C). Multi-viscosity alternative SAE 5-20W.
Engine oilSAE 5W (single viscosity) / SAE 5-20W (multi-viscosity)API Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oilsbelow -23°CBelow -10°F (-23°C); some increase in oil consumption may be expected
Engine oilSAE 5W single viscosity / SAE 5-20W multi-viscosityAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oilsbelow -23°CBelow -10°F (-23°C); use Service CC 30 weight oil during the first 100 hours
Engine oilSAE-5WAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscositybelow -23°CBelow -10°F (-23°C) single viscosity
Engine oilSAE 10-30WAPI Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity-23°C to 0°C-10 to 32°F (-23 to 0°C) multi-viscosity
Engine oilSAE 10WAPI Service CC/CD/CE or CC/CD/SF-23°C to 0°C-10 to 32°F (-23 to 0°C). Multi-viscosity alternative SAE 10-30W.
Engine oilSAE 10W (single viscosity) / SAE 10-30W (multi-viscosity)API Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oils-23°C to 0°C-10 to 32°F (-23 to 0°C)
Engine oilSAE 10W single viscosity / SAE 10-30W multi-viscosityAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oils-23°C to 0°C-10 to 32°F (-23 to 0°C)
Engine oilSAE-10WAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity-23°C to 0°C-10 to 32°F (-23 to 0°C) single viscosity
Engine oilSAE 15-40WAPI Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosityabove 0°CAbove 32°F (0°C) multi-viscosity
Engine oilSAE 30WAPI Service CC/CD/CE (single viscosity) or CC/CD/SF (multi-viscosity)above 0°C8.2 literAbove 32°F (0°C). Multi-viscosity alternative SAE 15-40W. Crankcase capacity including oil filter 2.1 gal (8.2 liter) for 844k/844Lk.
Engine oilSAE 30W (single viscosity) / SAE 15-40W (multi-viscosity)API Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oilsabove 0°CAbove 32°F (0°C)
Engine oilSAE 30W single viscosity / SAE 15-40W multi-viscosityAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscosity oils; API Service CC/CD/SF multi-viscosity oilsabove 0°C8.2 litersAbove 32°F (0°C)
Engine oilSAE-30WAPI Service CC/CD/CE single viscosityabove 0°C2.1 gal (8.2 liters)Above 32°F (0°C) single viscosity
FuelGrade No. 1 dieselASTM D975below 0°CUse below freezing and for all temperatures above 5,500 ft (1500 m)
FuelGrade No. 2 diesel above freezing 32°F (0°C); Grade No. 1 below freezing and above 5,500 ft. (1500 meters)ASTM designation D975 for diesel fuels; cetane number minimum of 45; sulphur less than 1% (preferably less than 0.5%)Do not use domestic heating oils, Class B engine, Class D domestic fuels, Class E/F/G/H industrial or marine fuels, ASTM-D975-60T No. 4-D and higher number fuels
FuelNo. 1 dieselASTM D975below 0°CBelow freezing and for all temperatures at an altitude above 5,500 ft (1500 m).
FuelGrade No. 2 dieselASTM D975above 0°CUse above freezing 32°F (0°C); cetane minimum 45; sulphur less than 1% (preferably less than 0.5%)
FuelGrade No. 2 diesel above freezing; Grade No. 1 below freezing and at altitudes above 5,500 ft. (1500 meters)ASTM designation D975; sulphur less than 1% (preferably less than 0.5%); cetane number minimum of 45above 0°CDo not use domestic heating oils, Class B, Class D, Class E/F/G/H industrial or marine fuels, or ASTM-D975-60T No. 4-D and higher
FuelNo. 2 dieselASTM D975above 0°CAbove freezing 32°F (0°C). Sulphur less than 1% (preferably less than 0.5%); cetane minimum 45.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

12
Retightening cylinder head bolts adjustment

Tools: Torque wrench

  1. Retighten the head bolts after the first 50 hours.
  2. Tighten bolts when the engine is cold.
  3. Loosen the valve cover and remove the rocker arm cover.
  4. Tighten head bolts with a torque wrench in the sequence shown, evenly in 1 or 2 passes.
  5. Tighten to specified torque in final pass.
SP6 Valve Clearances adjustment

⚠ Valve adjustments should be done after the cylinder head bolts have been re-tightened.

Tools: adjustment screw, lock nut wrench

  1. Adjust valve clearance after 1000 hours or as needed; engine must be cold and NOT running.
  2. Turn the engine over by hand until the inlet valve starts to open and exhaust starts to close (valves rocking).
  3. Turn the crankshaft one more full turn; align the top mark of the crank pulley with the top mark of the timing gear case.
  4. Loosen the lock nut and adjust clearance between rocker arm and valve guide with the adjustment screw.
  5. Clearance on both intake and exhaust valves should be 0.008 in. (0.2 mm).
  6. Repeat for each cylinder; each set of valves must be adjusted individually.
  7. Replace the rocker arm cover and tighten cover nuts to 5 - 8 ft/lbs (0.8 - 2.3 kg/m).
Valve Clearance Adjustment adjustment

Tools: Adjustment screw, Lock nut, Wrench

  1. Adjust valve clearance after the first 50 hours of operation and every 1000 hours thereafter.
  2. Valve adjustments should be done after the cylinder head bolts have been re-tightened; engine should be cold and NOT running.
  3. Watch the valves while turning the engine over by hand until the inlet valve starts to open and the exhaust valve starts to close.
  4. Turn the crankshaft one more full turn and adjust the clearance on both valves for this cylinder.
  5. Loosen the lock nut and adjust clearance between the rocker arm and valve guide of both intake and exhaust valves with the adjustment screw.
  6. Clearance on both intake and exhaust valves should be 0.008 in. (0.2 mm).
  7. Repeat steps for each cylinder; each set of valves must be adjusted individually.
  8. Replace the rocker arm cover. Tighten cover nuts to 5 - 8 ft/lbs (0.8 - 2.3 kg/m).
Valve clearance adjustment (SP6) adjustment
  1. Readjust valve clearance after first 50 hours of operation and every 600 hours thereafter.
  2. Valve adjustments should be done after the cylinder head bolts have been retightened.
  3. Engine should be cold and NOT running.
  4. Turn engine by hand until inlet valve starts to open and exhaust valve starts to close.
  5. Turn crankshaft one more full turn and adjust clearance on both valves for this cylinder.
  6. Loosen lock nut and adjust clearance between rocker arm and valve guide with adjustment screw.
  7. Repeat for each cylinder; each set of valves must be adjusted individually.
  8. Replace rocker arm cover.
Check glow plugs diagnostic

Tools: D.C. test bulb

  1. Loosen the current carrying flat wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs.
  2. Connect a D.C. test bulb between the plus-pole of the battery and the plus-pole of the glow plug.
  3. If the bulb lights up, the glow plug is functioning properly.
  4. Check all glow plugs and replace any faulty ones.
Checking glow plugs diagnostic

Tools: DC test bulb

  1. Loosen the current carrying flat wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs.
  2. Connect a DC test bulb between the plus-pole of the battery and the plus-pole of the glow plug.
  3. If the bulb lights up, the glow plug is functioning properly.
  4. Check all glow plugs and replace any faulty ones.
Glow Plug Check diagnostic

Tools: D.C. test bulb

  1. Loosen the current carrying flat wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs.
  2. Connect a D.C. test bulb between the plus-pole of the battery and the plus-pole of the glow plug.
  3. If the bulb lights up, the glow plug is functioning properly.
  4. Check all glow plugs and replace any faulty ones.
Glow Plug Testing diagnostic

Tools: D.C. test bulb

  1. Loosen the current carrying flat wire between the plus-poles of the glow plugs.
  2. Connect a D.C. test bulb between the plus-pole of the battery and the plus-pole of the glow plug.
  3. If the bulb lights up, the glow plug is functioning properly.
  4. Check all glow plugs and replace any faulty ones.
Shutdowns and Alarms diagnostic

⚠ Do not remove the water fill cap of an overheated engine; escaping steam can cause severe burns.

  1. Check the temperature gauge; if above 205°F (96°C) shut off the engine immediately.
  2. Use the Troubleshooting Guide to isolate the cause of the overheat.
  3. Make repairs and restart after the temperature gauge registers below 200°F (94°C).
  4. If shutdown activated with normal temperature, check crankcase oil level.
  5. If oil level is low, fill with recommended oil and restart, watching oil pressure (20-60 PSI).
  6. If oil level is normal, do NOT restart the engine; call your dealer.
Shutdowns and Alarms Response diagnostic

⚠ Do not remove the water fill cap of an overheated engine. Escaping high temperature steam can cause severe burns.

  1. Check the temperature gauge; if above 205°F (96°C), shut off the engine immediately.
  2. Use the Trouble Shooting Guide to isolate the cause of the overheat.
  3. Make repairs. Restart the Marine set after the temperature gauge registers below 200°F (94°C).
  4. Watch the temperature gauge regularly and turn off the unit if temperature rises above 205°F (96°C).
  5. If shutdown is activated and temperature is normal, check the engine crankcase oil level.
  6. If oil level is low, fill with recommended lubricating oil and restart; watch the oil pressure gauge.
  7. If the oil level is normal, DO NOT restart the engine. Call your dealer for assistance.
Air Cleaner Service maintenance

⚠ Make absolutely sure no impurities enter the engine while changing the element.

⚠ Do NOT run the engine with the air cleaner removed.

  1. Inspect air cleaner every 250 hours; in dusty conditions check more often.
  2. Marine sets: if dirty, wash element in soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly before re-installing. Replace if necessary.
  3. C-Series sets: the element cannot be cleaned; replace it when necessary.
Bleeding the Fuel System maintenance

⚠ Escaping diesel fuel under pressure can penetrate skin causing serious personal injury.

⚠ Use a piece of cardboard or wood, rather than hands, to search for suspected leaks.

⚠ If injured by escaping fuel, see a doctor at once.

Tools: Hand primer, Cardboard or wood

  1. Loosen bleed bolt “A” on top of the filter.
  2. Pump hand primer “B” on fuel lift pump until pure fuel (no bubbles) escapes from bleed bolt “A”. Tighten bleed screw “A”.
  3. Loosen bleed screw “C”. Pump hand primer “B” until pure fuel escapes. Then tighten bleed screw “C”.
  4. If the engine does not start, loosen a fuel line at the injector while cranking until pure fuel escapes; tighten. Do each line one-at-a-time.
  5. After the engine has started, use a piece of cardboard to look for fuel leaks.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
110/1903wyeOptional voltages (Wye) (NL844L)
110/2201zig zagOptional voltage (NL844L)
115/2301zig zagOptional voltage (NL844L)
120/2083wyeStandard low voltage (NL844L); also listed in optional voltages (Wye)
120/240Optional voltages (GEN) (NL844L); standard output 1 phase, 1.0 power factor
120/2401zig zagOptional voltage (NL844L)
127/2203wyeStandard low voltage (NL844L); also listed in optional voltages (Wye)
139/2403wyeOptional voltages (Wye) (NL844L)
220/3803wyeStandard high voltage (NL844L); also listed in optional voltages (Wye)
240/4163wyeOptional voltages (Wye) (NL844L)
254/4803wyeOptional voltages (Wye) (NL844L)
277/4803wyeStandard high voltage (NL844L)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What size generator is the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C is rated 16 kW standby.

Which engine powers the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C is powered by the Northern Lights 844L engine.

What fuel does the Northern Lights M20C use?

The Northern Lights M20C runs on diesel.

How much oil does the Northern Lights M20C take?

The Northern Lights 844L engine in the Northern Lights M20C has an oil capacity of 8.2 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C cooling system holds 4.8 liters (1.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C has a dry weight of 403 kg (888 lb).

What voltages is the Northern Lights M20C available in?

The Northern Lights M20C is offered in 120/240 V, 120 V, 110/220 V, 240 V, 110 V, 1 Phase Std./3 Phase Opt.-phase.

What alternator comes on the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C uses a Stamford/AvK BCI alternator.

What oil filter does the Northern Lights M20C use?

The Northern Lights M20C uses oil filter part number 24-03100.

What fuel filter fits the Northern Lights M20C?

The Northern Lights M20C uses fuel filter part numbers 24-52020, 24-50002.

What air filter does the Northern Lights M20C use?

The Northern Lights M20C uses air filter part number 24-20001.

Troubleshooting

6

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Battery will not chargeLoose or corroded connectionsClean and tighten battery connections
Battery will not chargeSulfated or worn out batteriesCheck specific gravity of each battery; Check electrolyte level of each battery
Battery will not chargeLoose or defective alternator beltAdjust belt tension; Replace belt
Starter inoperativeCheck DC circuit breakerIf the breaker is tripped, reset it
Starter inoperativeLoose or corroded connectionsClean and tighten loose battery and harness plug connection
Starter inoperativeLow battery outputCheck specific gravity of each battery; Check electrolyte level of each battery

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Northern Lights M20C troubleshooting guide (96 entries) →

Parts

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime5.31.4
Prime100%4.651.23

Available documents

Spec sheet — M20CR (Northern Lights)Operator's manual — O844 (Northern Lights)Operator's manual — OM844W2 (Northern Lights)Owner's manual — O844K (Northern Lights)Owner's manual — OM844K2 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P844-2-I (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P844 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — filter chart guide (Northern Lights)Parts manual — p844k-i (Northern Lights)

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 24-20001$40.00
Fuel filter 24-52020$15.34
Oil filter 24-03100$12.88
3 priced items$68.22