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Northern Lights NL753 Generator Set

The Northern Lights NL753 is a 6 kW (8 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Northern Lights NL753 engine. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 40 A. It holds about 3.5 L (0.9 gal) of oil and 3.7 L (1.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of Not specified °C. Starting uses 1 group-Not specified battery rated 400 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 668×603×465 mm (26.3×23.7×18.3 in), weighs about 225 kg (496 lb) and produces Not specified dBA at Not specified m. An integrated tank holds Not specified L (None gal), roughly Not specified hours of runtime.

6 kW
Standby
0.95 L
Displacement
3.5 L
Oil capacity
4
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Service parts for the NL753

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

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required
FF5114Fuel filter$14.95eBay

Oil system

1 required
LF3495Oil filter$9.09NAPA

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power6 kW
Standby kVA8
Prime power6 kW
EmissionsNot specified
ControllerNot specified
Oil capacity3.5 L
AlternatorPX-308K2
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
PhaseSingle
Rated current40 A
Power factorNot specified
Circuit breaker40 A
Battery groupNot specified
Battery cranking400 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity3.7 L
Max ambientNot specified °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)668×603×465 mm
Dry weight225 kg
Tank runtimeNot specified hr

Engine

Northern Lights NL753
Oil capacity3.5 L
Coolant capacity3.7 L
Displacement0.95 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Northern Lights NL753
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir filter314531124 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterChange secondary fuel filter—14 hr
Fuel filterFuelFF5114 Amazon eBay $14.95 NAPA $15.34 FridayParts $34.80 KuduParts $55.00
Oil filterLubeLF3495 Amazon eBay $29.95 NAPA $9.09
BatteryCheck condition of batteries with hydrometer—19 hr
BeltCheck V-belt tension—13 hr
CoolantCheck and flush cooling system—2500 hr
OilCheck oil level in engine—50 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Northern Lights NL753?

The Northern Lights NL753 is rated 6 kW standby (8.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Northern Lights NL753?

The Northern Lights NL753 is powered by the Northern Lights NL753 engine.

What fuel does the Northern Lights NL753 use?

The Northern Lights NL753 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Northern Lights NL753?

The Northern Lights NL753 engine in the Northern Lights NL753 has an oil capacity of 3.5 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Northern Lights NL753?

The Northern Lights NL753 cooling system holds 3.7 liters (1.0 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the Northern Lights NL753 weigh?

The Northern Lights NL753 has a dry weight of 225 kg (496 lb).

What voltage does the Northern Lights NL753 produce?

The Northern Lights NL753 is offered in 120 V, 240 V, Single-phase.

What size battery does the Northern Lights NL753 need?

The Northern Lights NL753 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 400 CCA, group Not specified, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the Northern Lights NL753?

The Northern Lights NL753 uses a PX-308K2 alternator.

What oil filter does the Northern Lights NL753 use?

The Northern Lights NL753 uses oil filter part number LF3495.

Which fuel filter part number does the Northern Lights NL753 take?

The Northern Lights NL753 uses fuel filter part number FF5114.

What air filter does the Northern Lights NL753 use?

The Northern Lights NL753 uses air filter part number 314531124.

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

107
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
011150612O-Ring1Seal Amazon eBay
025100012Seal Washer - Industrial2Seal Amazon eBay
052100100O-Ring2Seal Amazon eBay
052100150O-Ring1Seal Amazon eBay
052109078O-ring1Seal Amazon eBay
052109113O-ring2Seal Amazon eBay
054109013Gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
068115200Tube1Hose Amazon eBay
110756070Dipstick Tube1Oil filter Amazon eBay
110996491Gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
110996800Gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
140546020Filter Joint1Gasket Amazon eBay
140606710Drain Hose (Marine application only)1Hose Amazon eBay
18-72004Oil Drain Hose1Hose Amazon eBay
185046210Alternator Assembly1Alternator Amazon eBay FridayParts $79.00
198636080Oil Seal1Seal Amazon eBay FridayParts $46.35
198636130Oil Seal Assembly1Seal Amazon eBay
198756200Hose Clamp1Hose Amazon eBay
24-02001Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $23.45 NAPA $9.09
314531124Air filterAir filter Amazon eBay
FF5114Fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $14.95 NAPA $15.34 FridayParts $34.80 KuduParts $55.00
LF3495Lube1Oil filter Amazon eBay $29.95 NAPA $9.09
O753KBattery connections.1Battery Amazon eBay
010401212Plug, Hex Head M12 x 1.251Service part / kit Amazon eBay
015140408Screw1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
015140425Screw2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030300816Spring Pin1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030309005Spring Pin2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030500410Pin1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030500612Dowel Pin6Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030500616Dowel Pin2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030501025Dowel Pin2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
030509020Dowel Pin1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
034100508Key1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
036509005Snap Ring1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
040106203Bearing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
040126210Bearing2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
040306203Bearing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
042303015Bearing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064100045Expansion Plug1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064115200Tube1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064200015Expansion Plug 15 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064200025Shallow Cup Core Plug 25 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064200035Expansion Plug 35 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
064200040Shallow Cup Core Plug 40 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110106791Cylinder Block Assembly (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110106960Cylinder Block Assembly (White - Marine)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110107451Cylinder Block Assembly (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110107461Cylinder Block Assembly (White - Marine)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110156111Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110156121Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110156131Bearing Holder Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110156330Bearing Holder with Integral Thrust Washers1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110446363Flywheel Housing (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110446421Flywheel Housing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110707480Oil Pan-Stamped (White - Marine)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
110707820Oil Pan-Stamped (Blue - Industrial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115017590Piston Kit, Standard (includes key #16)3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115107980Piston Ring Kit, Standard3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115256461Crankshaft, Early1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115256600Crankshaft, Late1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115276180Crankshaft Gear1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
115326231Piston Pin3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
120116100Tappet6Service part / kit Amazon eBay
120456201Push Rod Set1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
135806060Elbow 90° Steel1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
140036120Relief Valve Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $68.50
140036220Relief Valve Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $68.50
165296141Idler Gear Shaft Assembly1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $185.00
185446217Plate, complete1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
185446218Stator, complete1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
185446219Flywheel, complete1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
185446220Clamp1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
185716200Plate1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
195816100Lifting Eye (Industrial)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198436130Plug (Cast Pan Only)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198466010Blank Plug4Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198466030Plug4Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198466050Blank Plug1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198466060Plug1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198486770Bushing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517080Standard Bushing1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517081Bushing, Standard1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517084Bushing, Undersize 0.25 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517085Bushing, Undersize 0.25 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517087Bushing, Undersize 0.50 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517088Bushing, Undersize 0.50 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517101Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517103Bearing, Standard Upper1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517105Bearing, Undersize 0.25 mm3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517107Bearing, undersize 0.25 mm (formerly #198517106)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517108Bearing, Undersize 0.50 mm3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517110Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517112Bearing, Standard Lower1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517114Bearing, Standard3Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517116Bearing, undersize 0.25 mm (formerly #198517115)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517119Bearing, undersize 0.50 mm (formerly #198517118)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517125Bushing3Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $33.86
198517132Rod Bearing, Standard6Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517136Rod Bearing, Undersize 0.256Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517139Rod Bearing, Undersize 0.506Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198517630Bearing, undersize 0.50 mm (formerly #198517109)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198736051Bushing (Marine)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
198736120Drain Cock (Marine)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
199236510Collar1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
398430560Cap (Marine application only — formerly #398430080)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
398460091Plug1Service 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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%0.72.7
Standby100%0.943.5

Available documents

Operator's manual — ONL753W2 (Northern Lights)Owner's manual — O202 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753-2-I (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753-2 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P753K-I (Northern Lights)Service manual — O753G (Northern Lights)Service manual — O753K (Northern Lights)

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Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter FF5114$14.95
Oil filter LF3495$9.09
2 priced items$24.04