Why is my Onan generator surging?
Prolonged surging is indicative of a governor and/or carburetor out of adjustment. Unfortunately, the carburetor and governor should only be adjusted while monitoring the voltage and frequency and while applying a measured load at the same time. In other words, RV generators cannot be tuned by ear.
How do I reset my Onan 5500 generator?
How do I reset my Onan generator?
- Locate the primer button on the generator. It is located on the side of the unit, below the gas tank.
- Hold the primer button down for at least 30 seconds.
- Release the button and start the generator.
- Allow the generator to run for 15 minutes, to ensure that the code has cleared.
What position does the governor spring hold the throttle plate when the engine is not running?
Terms in this set (28) What position should the speed control be in when adjusting the governor? Which ring provides a controlled film of oil to lubricate the compression ring? The governor spring is the only force on the throttle shaft when the engine is not running.
What can I do about my Onan 5500 generator surging?
It screws in to the bottom of the float bowl and has 2 wires going to it. After the ordeal i just went through with my gen, try running a can of Onan “C4” through it. Disconnect your fuel line from the carb, crank it over while you spray the C4 in, gen should run off of the C4. The gen will smoke and spit and spudder, have no fear it is normal.
How to run a C4 in an Onan 5500?
Disconnect your fuel line from the carb, crank it over while you spray the C4 in, gen should run off of the C4. The gen will smoke and spit and spudder, have no fear it is normal. Make sure to remove your air filter before doing this. Run it with the C4 for a couple of seconds each time. reconnect your fuel line then finish off the can of C4
What are the instructions for the hgjab generator?
HGJAA (Spec J-K) HGJAB (Spec J-L) English Original Instructions 12-2018 A035D009 (Issue 12) OperatorOperator ManualManual Onan Generator Set for RV HGJAA (Spec J-K) HGJAB (Spec J-L)