Specifications

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TABLE 4. TROUBLESHOOTING
Some genset service procedures present hazards that can result in severe per-
sonal injury or death. Only qualified service personnel with knowledge of fuels, electricity, and
machinery hazards should perform genset service. See Safety Precautions.
WARNING
GENSET WON’T STOP RUNNING—STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT ON
(Faulty Stop Switch or grounded wiring)
Removing genset panels or disconnecting fuel lines to stop a genset that won’t stop
can lead to severe personal injury or death from electrocution, contact with moving parts or fire.
Try the genset Stop Switch if the remote Stop Switch does not work, and vice versa. Otherwise, let
the genset run out of fuel.
WARNING
GENSET WON’T STOP RUNNING—STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT OFF
(Binding governor mechanism, misadjusted speed stop)
Removing genset panels or disconnecting fuel lines to stop a genset that won’t stop
can lead to severe personal injury or death from electrocution, contact with moving parts or fire.
Let the genset run out of fuel.
WARNING
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON
(Reversed battery connections)
Corrective Action: Reconnect the battery correctly (Page 17).
ENGINE CRANKS WHEN BATTERY CONNECTED
(Faulty Start Switch or grounded wiring)
Corrective Action: See an authorized Onan dealer.
ENGINE WON’T CRANK—FUEL PUMP WON’T STOP
(Faulty Stop Switch or grounded wiring)
Corrective Action: See an authorized Onan dealer.
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT DEAD
(Faulty connections, no battery voltage)
Corrective Action:
1. Try the genset Start Switch if the remote Start Switch does not work, and vice versa.
2. Replace Fuse F1 (B+) if blown (Page 7).
3. Clean and tighten the positive (+) and negative (−) battery cable connections at the battery, vehicle
frame and genset (Page 17).
4. Recharge or replace the battery. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations.