Northern Lights M944T3F — Step 12: Connect generator set to vessel
Installation
For the Northern Lights M944T3F, from the Northern Lights service manual.
Applies to: Northern Lights M944T3F
Before you start
- Use Coast Guard approved rubber fuel hose.
Procedure
- Connect exhaust elbow to vessel exhaust system. Pass 3 inch exhaust hose through right rear panel opening.
- Connect sea water pump to vessel water inlet. Pass 3/4" ID hose through bottom right rear panel hole.
- Connect fuel supply and return using Coast Guard approved rubber fuel hose. Fuel connections: 5/16-37T JIC inlet and 1/4-37T JIC outlet.
- Connect DC control panel harness to genset engine harness plug through middle left lower rear panel hole.
- Connect 12 volt battery leads using top slot on right rear panel.
- Connect AC output leads from generator junction box to vessel power distribution panel through top left slot.
- Optional: port used for water outlet in keel cooled applications.
Specs & values
- 3 inch exhaust hose
- 3/4" ID sea water hose
- Fuel connections: 5/16-37T JIC inlet and 1/4-37T JIC outlet
- 12 volt battery
Full service-parts list: Northern Lights M944T3F →
Source: Northern Lights service 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.