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Northern Lights NL488W2 Generator Set

The Northern Lights NL488W2 is a 20 kW standby generator set powered by a Lugger L488 Engine engine. It is available at 120 V, 1-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 8.2 L (2.2 gal) of oil, with a maximum ambient rating of 95 °C. The set measures 1201×512×922 mm (47.3×20.2×36.3 in) and weighs about 396 kg (873 lb).

20 kW
Standby
2.2 L
Displacement
8.2 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power20 kW
Prime power16 kW
EmissionsTier II
ControllerAutomatic Voltage Regulator
Oil capacity8.2 L
Voltage options120 V, 240 V, 83 V, 166 V
Phase1
Power factor[1.0]
Max ambient95 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1201×512×922 mm
Dry weight396 kg

Engine

Lugger L488 Engine
Displacement2.2 L
Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Lugger L488 Engine
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—1000 hr find
Oil filter—250 hr find
BeltCheck V-belt tension, retighten cylinder head bolts at 50 hours—50 hr find
Oil—500 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Northern Lights NL488W2?

The Northern Lights NL488W2 is rated 20 kW standby.

What engine does the Northern Lights NL488W2 use?

The Northern Lights NL488W2 is powered by the Lugger L488 Engine engine.

Troubleshooting

1

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Temperature gauge shows temperature within normal temperature rangeCheck the engine crankcase oil level. 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. 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

5
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
SP10Change secondary fuel filterSecondary fuel filter PartsGeek kuduparts $185.00
SP12Check injectorsInjectors eBay $4500.00 PartsGeek
SP16Check and clean radiatorRadiator eBay $43.00 PartsGeek
SP18Check condition of batteries with hydrometerBatteries eBay $19.00 PartsGeek
SP20Check fuel injection nozzle pressureFuel injection nozzle pressure eBay $130.00 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
Prime100%6.52.7
Standby6.52.7

Available documents

Operator's manual — ONL488-2 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P488-2 (Northern Lights)