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Northern Lights M773L — Winterizing / Out-of-Service

Maintenance · generator set

For the Northern Lights M773L, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.

Applies to: Northern Lights M773L

Before you start

  • Applies if the generator set will not be used for more than 3 months.

Procedure

  1. Change engine oil and filter as recommended.
  2. Run the engine up to at least 140°F using fuel dosed with fuel system stabilizer/conditioner.
  3. Completely drain, flush and fill the cooling system with pre-mixed 50/50 conventional ethylene-glycol heavy-duty diesel coolant.
  4. Loosen the alternator drive belt.
  5. Seal off intake and exhaust openings with heavy plastic bags and duct tape.
  6. Cover the entire engine in a large plastic bag with desiccant packs and store inside a building.

Specs & values

  • Run engine up to at least 140°F

Full service-parts list: Northern Lights M773L →

Source: Northern Lights operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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