Northern Lights OLP LP445, Operator'S Manual

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OLP 05/00
Lugger Control Panel
Figure 2: Lugger Instrument Control Panel
1. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
The oil pressure gauge shows the oil pressure in
the engine lubricating system. If the pressure drops
below 15 PSI at a speed higher than idling, stop the
engine immediately.
2. TACHOMETER
The tachometer shows the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM). Numbers are mul-
tiples of 100.
3. HOUR METER
Keeps track of the engine running time.
4. DC VOLTMETER
When the engine is stopped, the voltmeter shows
the condition of the battery, When the engine is
running, it indicates the voltage output of the
alternator.
5. KEY SWITCH
Turning the key clockwise to the first position
will switch on the current. continue turning the
key clockwise to start the engine. When the
engine starts, immediately turn the key back to
the first position while the engine is running.
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The key must be kept in the on or first position while
the engine is running.
Turn the key counterclockwise as far as possible to
stop the engine.
Note:
Optional flybridge panels have engine start switches instead of key
switches.
6. STOP BUTTON
Stops engine immediately.
7. INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING
The switch turns on the instrument panel lights.
8. OIL PRESSURE FAULT LIGHT
Indicates low oil pressure.
9. ENGINE TEMPERATURE FAULT LIGHT
Indicates engine is over-heating. Activates in conjunction
with alarm horn.
10. ALARM HORN
Shut down engine if possible and investigate immediately.
11. COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Water temperature gauge shows the temperature of the
cooling water. If the gauge registers over 200° or drops
below 140°, stop the engine and investigate.