Owner`s manual

II: Quickstart Guide For New RV
Generator Owners
Thank you for your interest in Cummins Onan RV generators - providing the
quiet, reliable auxiliary power you need to make your life on the road all it can
be. Cummins Onan generators are engineered for years of trouble-free service
and our nation-wide service network is the largest in the industry. That’s why
Cummins Onan is the number one, best-selling line of installed generators in
RV industry history.
Cummins Onan generators come in a wide variety of sizes and fuel
types. From small gasoline, LP-liquid or vapor models to large diesel-powered
models for bus-type Class A RVs, there’s a model for whatever type of RVing
you’re interested in. And for 2008, we’re introducing two new diesel-powered
generators, the QD3200 for small type Cs and the unique new Hybrid Quiet
Diesel power system, for larger, diesel-powered type A RVs.
This RV Generator Handbook contains basic information that will allow
you to use and maintain your new generator. Included here are helpful tips
for operation along with maintenance, parts and service information. This
handbook is a general supplement to the more specifi c information contained in
the Owner’s Manual that comes with every new Cummins Onan generator.
Our promise to you is to continue to provide the best performing RV
generators and the largest, best-trained service organization in the business. By
following the tips contained here and having your Cummins Onan Authorized
Parts and Service Distributor or Dealer provide service at recommended interval,
your generator will provide reliable, easy-to-own performance for years to come.
Introduction
Table of Contents
I. Important Safety Precautions 1
II. Quickstart Guide For New RV Generator Owners 3
III. Determining Which Cummins Onan
Generator Model You Own 5
IV. RV Generator Operation
• Load Management Basics 7
• Determining your Generator’s Power Capability 7
• Common Power Requirements Chart 8
• Operating Motor Driven Appliances 9
• Air Conditioner “Short-Cycling” 9
• Effects Of High Altitude And Extreme Temperatures 9
• Starting and Stopping Procedures 10
• Breaking In Your New Generator 10
• Exercising Your Generator 10
• Managing Electrical Loads 11
• Battery Charger Loads 11
• Understanding Battery Charging Times 12
• Preventing Surging 13
• Noise Level Comparison Chart 14
V. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 15-20
VI. Generator Care and Maintenance
• General Generator Maintenance 21
• RV Generator Manuals Chart 22
• Maintenance Intervals Chart 23
• Do’s And Don’ts For Better Generator Performance 25
• Keep Your Generator Clean and Inspect It Regularly for Damage 25
• Fuel Recommendations 26
• Oil Recommendations 26
• Coolant Recommendations 27
• Prevent Fuel Varnishing 28
• Troubleshooting Guide 29
• Service Diagrams 30-36
VII. Generator Maintenance: Parts and Chemicals
• Insist On The Quality Of Green Label Parts
37
Use Cummins Onan
®
Oil And Service/Maintenance
Chemicals To Insure Performance 39
• Green Label Parts Chart 40
VIII. Warranty and Service 45-50
IX. Current RV Generator/Accessory Model Information 51-69