Northern Lights NL488K2 / NL488W2 — Fuel Filters

Maintenance · Fuel system

For the Northern Lights NL488K2 / NL488W2, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.

Applies to: Northern Lights NL488K2, Northern Lights NL488W2

Procedure

  1. Check primary fuel filter daily; empty collection bowl as necessary.
  2. Change primary element as necessary or every 250 hours.
  3. If bowl fills with water, change primary and secondary elements immediately.
  4. Change secondary fuel filter every 250 hours.
  5. For element type: turn off fuel valve; remove bowl retaining ring; install new element; fill bowl with fuel.
  6. For spin-on: turn off fuel valve; remove filter; fill new cartridge with fuel; coat gasket with oil; install; do not overtighten.
  7. Part numbers: 488 final #24-57304; primary #119802-55710.

Tools required

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Specs & values

Full service-parts list: Northern Lights NL488K2 →, Northern Lights NL488W2 →

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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