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M773LW3 - 9/7 kW Northern Lights marine generator

M773LW3 - 9/7 kW Northern Lights marine generator

Product catalog summary
Engine Block
The M773LW3 features a four-cycle, three-cylinder, liquid-cooled, naturally aspirated diesel engine with overhead valves. It includes swirl combustion chambers for improved fuel efficiency and reduced smoke, and glow plugs for quick cold starting.

Cooling System
The engine uses a freshwater cooling system available in heat exchanger or keel cooled configurations. It includes a one-piece heat exchanger, expansion tank, and liquid-cooled exhaust manifold, all made of cast iron to resist corrosion and electrolysis. The standard heat exchanger is a cupro-nickel, tube-type with removable ends for easy cleaning.

Fuel System
The self-venting fuel system includes an injection pump with a 5% mechanical governor for AC frequency control, pintle injectors with replaceable tips, and a mechanical lift pump with a hand primer. It features a large spin-on fuel filter and flexible fuel lines routed to a fuel manifold.

Intake and Exhaust
The system meets US EPA Tier III emission standards and includes a washable air cleaner in a cast intake manifold to reduce noise, and a cast iron, wet exhaust elbow for safety.

Lubrication System
The lubrication system includes a full-flow, spin-on oil filter with bypass, a 4.2 qt (4 ltr) oil capacity, and a closed crankcase vent system to trap oil vapor.

DC Electrical System
The DC system uses reliable relays and includes a 12-volt starter motor and battery charging alternator. It features a remote mount S-1B panel with an hour meter, stop-start switch, and preheat switch, expandable to six panels.

AC Generator
The Northern Lights direct-coupled, brushless AC generator is maintenance-free, offering 50 or 60 Hz output with a conservative heat rise rating. It includes an automatic voltage regulator for short circuit capability and circuit breaker protection.

Special Equipment
The unit is mounted on a welded steel base frame with a drip pan and features four platform mounts to isolate vibration. It is painted with long-life polyurethane paint.

Classification Standards
For detailed classification standards, consult the factory.

Dimensions and Weight
The overall dimensions are 35.0 x 22.0 x 23.8 inches (889 x 559 x 604 mm), with a sound enclosure weight of 60 lbs (27.2 kg). The approximate dry weight is 537 lbs (244 kg).

AC Output
The generator provides 9 kW at 60 Hz and 7 kW at 50 Hz, with optional three-phase output. Voltage regulation is ±1%.

Engine Specifications
The Lugger L773LW engine is a vertical inline three-cylinder diesel with a displacement of 69 in3 (1.13 ltr) and a bore/stroke of 3.03/3.19 inches (77/81 mm).

Fuel Consumption
At 1800 RPM, fuel consumption is 0.93 gph (3.52 lph) at full load and 0.51 gph (1.93 lph) at half load. At 1500 RPM, it is 0.72 gph (2.72 lph) at full load and 0.37 gph (1.40 lph) at half load.
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M773LW3 - 9/7 kW Northern Lights marine generator-1

M773LW3 Specifications and Dimensions Dimensional Drawing Three Phase with 0.8 PF Voltage regulation Lugger L773LW Engine Type Vertical inline 3 cylinder diesel Approximate fuel use 1800 RPM @ full load2 Installation Data & Weight Wet exhaust elbow Raw water inlet M773LW3 Overall Dimensions L x W x H: 35.0 x 22.0 x 23.8 inch (889 x 559 x 604 mm) Sound Enclosure Dimensions L x W x H: 35.0 x 22.0 x 24.2 inch (889 x 559 x 614 mm) Sound Enclosure Weight: 60 lbs. (27.2 kg) Fuel inlet and return Approximate dry weight Dimensions given in inches (mm). Dimensions subject to change without notice. Contact dealer or visit www.northern-lights.com for most current installation drawings. 1. Based on SAE J1995 and ISO 3046. 2. Actual fuel consumption will vary depending on operating conditions Engine Block • Four cycle, 3 cylinder, liquid cooled, naturally aspirated, overhead valve diesel. • Swirl combustion chambers improve fuel efciency and reduce smoke. • Glow plugs for quick cold starting. Cooling System • Freshwater cooling system in heat exchanger or keel cooled configuration. • One-piece heat exchanger, expansion tank and liquid cooled exhaust manifold. Fewer troublesome hoses and gaskets. Cast iron to resist corrosion and electrolysis. • Heat exchanger cooling is standard. Cupro-nickel, tube-type heat exchanger has removable ends for easy cleaning. Rubber impeller seawater pump of bronze and stainless steel is gear driven; no belt. Fuel System • Fuel system is self-venting. • Injection pump with 5% mechanical governor for close AC frequency control. • Pintle injectors with replaceable tips. • Mechanical lift pump with hand primer. No electric pump to fail. • Large spin-on fuel lter. • Flexible fuel lines routed to fuel manifold. • Stop solenoid controls the fuel rack, not the throttle, to eliminate speed variances and linkage problems. • Meets US EPA Tier III emission standards at date of manufacture. • Washable air cleaner in cast intake manifold reduces noise. • Cast iron, wet exhaust elbow for safety. Lubrication System • Full ow, spin-on oil lter with bypass. • 4.2 qt (4 ltr) oil capacity for better lubrication. 200 hour oil change intervals. • Oil drain for quick, clean oil changes. • Closed crankcase vent system traps oil vapor and keeps engine room clean. M773LW3 Features and Benefits DC Electrical System • DC system uses reliable relays instead of an unrepairable printed circuit board. • 12 volt starter motor and battery charging alternator with regulator and belt guard. • Standard panel: Remote mount S-1B has hour meter, stop-start switch with run light and preheat switch. • Expandable to six panels up to 110 feet from the set. • 20 foot (6m) plug-in panel harness lets you mount your panel anywhere onboard. Better than inaccessible unit mount panels that are prone to vibration problems. • Low oil pressure, high coolant temp and high exhaust temp safety shutdowns standard. • Northern Lights, direct coupled, brushless AC generator is maintence free. 4 lead, 1 phase, 50 or 60 Hz output standard. 12 lead, 3 phase optional. Conservative heat rise rating: 95oF/50oC ambient. • Automatic voltage regulator (AVR) is powered by dedicated AC winding for true 300% short circuit capability and circuit breaker protection. Quick ±1% RMS no load to full load voltage regulation. • Generator features high quality, Class “H” epoxy insulation, accessible diodes, over-sized bearings and junction box for wiring. Special Equipment • Welded steel base frame with drip pan. • Four plateform mounts isolate vibration. • White, long-life polyurethane paint. • Operator’s and parts manuals standard. Classification Standards • Consult factory for details. www.northern-lights.com Northern Lights, Inc. • 4420 14th Ave. NW., • Seattle WA 98107 Tel: 206-789-3880 • 1-800-762-0165 • Fax: 206-782-5455 Information and dimensions subject to change without notice. Northern Lights and Lugger are registered trademarks of Northern Lights, Inc. © 2012 All rights reserved. Litho USA. S103 5/12

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