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Northern Lights M753 Generator Set

The Northern Lights M753 is a 6 kW diesel standby generator set powered by a Lugger L753 engine. It is available at 120 V, 1-phase, 60 Hz and rated 33.3 A. It holds about 5.2 L (1.4 gal) of oil. Starting uses 1 group-400 battery rated 400 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 824.7×487×602 mm (32.5×19.2×23.7 in) and weighs about 215 kg (474 lb).

6 kW
Standby
0.95 L
Displacement
5.2 L
Oil capacity
4
Document types

Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power6 kW
Prime power6 kW
EmissionsTier II
Controller1-B
Oil capacity5.2 L
AlternatorNorthern Lights W-Series (Class H insulation)
Voltage options12 V
Phase1 Ph
Rated current33.3 A
Power factor1
Circuit breaker17 A
Battery group400
Battery cranking400 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Dimensions (L×W×H)824×487×602 mm
Dry weight64 kg

Engine

Lugger L753
Oil capacity5.2 L
Displacement0.95 L
Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Lugger L753
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterCheck air cleaner24-220031000 hr Amazon eBay PartsGeek
Fuel filterChange secondary fuel filter130336020200 hr Amazon eBay $24.71 PartsGeek
Oil filterChange engine oil and filter140516190250 hr Amazon eBay $17.83 PartsGeek
BeltCheck V-belt tension50 hr find
CoolantCheck cooling water level50 hr
Coolant filter find
OilCheck oil level in engine200 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Northern Lights M753?

The Northern Lights M753 is rated 6 kW standby.

What engine does the Northern Lights M753 use?

The Northern Lights M753 is powered by the Lugger L753 engine.

What fuel does the Northern Lights M753 use?

The Northern Lights M753 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Northern Lights M753?

The Lugger L753 engine in the Northern Lights M753 has an oil capacity of 5.2 liters.

What alternator does the Northern Lights M753 use?

The Northern Lights M753 uses a Northern Lights W-Series alternator. Insulation class H.

Troubleshooting

1

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Shutdown is activated and the temperature gauge shows temperature within normal temperature rangeA. Check the engine crankcase oil level. b. If the oil level is 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 (20-60 PSI) after a few seconds of operation. c. If the oil level is normal, DO NOT restart the engine. Call your dealer for assistance.

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

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
011150612O-Ring1Seal PartsGeek
025100012Sealing Washer1Seal PartsGeek
052100150O-Ring1Seal PartsGeek
054109013O-Ring1Seal PartsGeek
110756070Oil Filter1Oil filter PartsGeek
110996491Gasket1Gasket PartsGeek
140516190Complete set of injectors2Injector Amazon eBay $17.83 PartsGeek
140606710Oil Drain Hose1Hose PartsGeek
185046210Alternator Assembly1Alternator PartsGeek
198486770Starting Motor1Starter PartsGeek
198636080Oil Seal (Sleeveless)1Seal PartsGeek
198636130Oil Seal Assembly1Seal PartsGeek
198756200Hose Clamp1Hose PartsGeek
B-8659ADC Engine Wiring Diagram - 12 Volt Standard GroundWiring diagram PartsGeek
B-8660ADC Engine Wiring Diagram - 12 Volt Isolated GroundWiring diagram PartsGeek
B-8661CDC Engine Wiring Diagram - 24 Volt Standard GroundWiring diagram PartsGeek
B-8662CDC Engine Wiring Diagram - 24 Volt Isolated GroundWiring diagram PartsGeek
FF5114Fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $14.95 PartsGeek
LF3495Lube1Oil filter Amazon eBay $40.00 PartsGeek
O753KBattery connections.10Battery Amazon eBay PartsGeek
010401212Plug, Hex Head M12 x 1.251Service part / kit PartsGeek
015140408Screw1Service part / kit PartsGeek
015140425Screw2Service part / kit PartsGeek
030300816Spring Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
030309005Spring Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
030500410Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
030500612Dowel6Service part / kit PartsGeek
030500616Dowel Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
030501025Dowel Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
030509020Dowel Pin1Service part / kit PartsGeek
034100508Key1Service part / kit PartsGeek
036509005Snap Ring1Service part / kit PartsGeek
040106203Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
040126210Bearing2Service part / kit PartsGeek
042303015Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
052100100Dipstick Tube1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064100045Expansion Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064115200Tube1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064200015Shallow Cup Core Plug 15 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064200025Shallow Cup Core Plug 25 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064200035Shallow Cup Core Plug 35 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
064200040Shallow Cup Core Plug 40 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110106791Cylinder Block Assembly (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110106960Cylinder Block Assembly (White - Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110107451Cylinder Block Assembly (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110107461Cylinder Block Assembly (White - Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110156111Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110156121Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110156131Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110156330Bearing Holder with Integral Thrust Washers1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110446363Flywheel Housing (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110446421Flywheel Housing (White - Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110707480Oil Pan-Stamped (White - Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
110707820Oil Pan-Stamped (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
115256461Crankshaft, Early1Service part / kit PartsGeek
115256600Crankshaft, Late1Service part / kit PartsGeek
115276180Gear1Service part / kit PartsGeek
120116100Dipstick1Service part / kit PartsGeek
120456201Tappet1Service part / kit PartsGeek
135806060Elbow 90° Steel1Service part / kit PartsGeek
140036120Relief Valve Assembly1Service part / kit PartsGeek FridayParts $68.50
140546020Drain Cock (Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
165296141Idler Gear Shaft Assembly1Service part / kit PartsGeek FridayParts $185.00
185446217Plate, complete1Service part / kit PartsGeek
185446218Stator, complete1Service part / kit PartsGeek
185446219Flywheel, complete1Service part / kit PartsGeek
185446220Clamp1Service part / kit PartsGeek
185716200Plate1Service part / kit PartsGeek
195816100Lifting Eye (Industrial)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198436130Plug (Cast Pan Only)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198466010Blank Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198466030Blank Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198466050Blank Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198466060Blank Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517080Standard Bushing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517084Bushing, Undersize 0.25 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517087Bushing, Undersize 0.50 mm1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517101Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517105Bearing, Undersize 0.25 mm3Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517108Bearing, Undersize 0.50 mm3Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517110Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit PartsGeek
198517114Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit PartsGeek
198736051Bushing (Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
198736120Drain Cock (Marine)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
199236510Collar1Service part / kit PartsGeek
24-02001Adapter1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $23.45 PartsGeek
398430560Cap (Marine application only — formerly #398430080)1Service part / kit PartsGeek
398460091Plug1Service part / kit PartsGeek
B-8280EAVR DST-100-2FAKService part / kit PartsGeek

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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime3.62.9
Prime50%1.90.62
Prime100%3.60.94
Standby3.62.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — M753K (Northern Lights)Spec sheet — M753W (Northern Lights)Operator's manual — OM753W2 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753-2-I (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753-2 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753K-I (Northern Lights)Parts manual — filter chart guide (Northern Lights)Service manual — O753K (Northern Lights)