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JaneNLee
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Aug 22, 2017

Onan generator 4000

I have a 1999 Holiday Rambler Vacationer with 4000 Onan generator.

currently it is not transferring into the coach. Last time this happened, the mechanic showed me a switch ( front of generator - next to fuse) to flip back to on. I have tried this and nothing. Is there another switch ? generator runs- all the questions about generator are answered- can someone advise me of the transfer problem.

I thank you in advance , Happy RVing
  • I have an automatic transfer switch......thanks for your reply Happy Rving
  • He is talking about where you plug the power cord in if you do not have the automatic transfer switch. The outlet will be in the same compartment where the cord is stored.
  • Thanks will look I do not recall a plug, but I do remember the mechanic by the fuse box and lifting the mattress and looking under the matress in the storage area.

    Thanks for the help
  • The automatic transfer switch could be stuck. It is located on or near the breaker box for your Motorhome. If you can find it hit it with a rubber mallet a few times. This may get it working again temporarily. By temporarily I mean it may work one time or up to a thousand times
  • On some Onan 4000 generators you have to plug the power cord into the generator to power the coach. Mine is like that and I have forgotten to plug it back into the generator after using shore power.