Generator won't Start

I have a diesel gen. and when you hit the switch it does the same, tick just hold it after about a half minute then it will start. Like when you crank the main engine it wont crank until the light gose out

Start the coach then try and start the generator...

It sounds like your house batteries are discharged. If possible, start your coach and let it run for a few minutes then try to start the generator. Or plug in shore power for a while and charge your batteries.

You must have a warranty for this? If so, bring it back to them and have them fix it. If possible, watch them.

Also, did you not go thru a walk thru of the coach before you picked it up? Since this is a new MH you must have manuals that WILL explain the functions and location of all components within the coach. You should read this.

-paul

The 2 batteries in the rear are called the Chassis. The other 4 (Qty 4 of 6 volt) coach / house.
It is common for the generator to be connected to the house batteries.

1) look for the AUX start switch, this connects the chassis to house.
2) get a volt meter and measure the battery voltage across the house.

Black on a good common ground (frame, rail). The measure to the (+) side of the battery.
I suspect your coach has a Inverter/Charger installed. When connected to shore power or generator on. The Charger is operating.
Also since this is a new coach, the dealer should have done a walk thru. Also a stack of documents should be on board.
Make sure you read thru them all. Locate the items they are talking about.

It would be unusual for the generator to have a battery separate from the house (or engine).

Definitely sounds like the solenoid is engaging the starter but not enough juice to start.

Are your house batteries okay?