Northern Lights NL488K2 / NL488W2 — Starting

Operation · Engine

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

Applies to: Northern Lights NL488K2, Northern Lights NL488W2

Before you start

  • Holding preheat too long can burn out heater elements.
  • Do not crank starter more than 20 seconds consecutively.

Procedure

  1. Hold Shutdown Bypass-Preheat switch ON 10 to 20 seconds for cold engine.
  2. While holding preheat, push Engine Control switch to START.
  3. Release both switches as soon as engine starts. Do not crank more than 20 seconds consecutively.

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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