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Northern Lights NL844LW2 / NL844W2 — Winterizing / Out-of-Service

Maintenance · Generator set

For the Northern Lights NL844LW2 / NL844W2, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.

Applies to: Northern Lights NL844LW2, Northern Lights NL844W2, Northern Lights 844 / 844L engine, Northern Lights 844L engine

Procedure

  1. Drain and flush the radiator and cooling system. Refill with antifreeze-water mixture. Run engine to circulate antifreeze.
  2. Fill the fuel tank or add biocide as per manufacturer's instructions.
  3. Change the crankcase oil and filter.
  4. Seal the air cleaner inlet, exhaust opening, crankcase breather pipe and fuel tank vent with plastic bags and tape.
  5. Loosen the alternator belt.
  6. Disconnect and clean battery; remove to warm storage place if possible.
  7. Clean outside of unit, paint scratched or chipped surfaces, apply corrosion preventative to exposed metal.
  8. Store the set in a dry, protected place.

Tools required

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Full service-parts list: Northern Lights NL844LW2 →, Northern Lights NL844W2 →

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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